Ethereal bridal portrait with flowing lace dress against blue sky.

Images that feel like you, AND look like art


Midwest-Based Elopement & Microwedding Photographer

Two people hold hands while standing on a snowy rooftop balcony with a brick apartment building in the background.

IMAGES THAT FEEL LIKE YOU, AND LOOK LIKE ART


Midwest-Based Elopement & Microwedding Photographer

A couple in formal attire embrace on a city sidewalk next to modern outdoor seating and architectural details.

Images that feel like you, AND look like art


Midwest-Based Elopement & Microwedding Photographer

A couple in wedding attire playfully poses in a dimly lit vintage hotel hallway with antique furniture.

IMAGES THAT FEEL LIKE YOU, AND LOOK LIKE ART


Midwest-Based Elopement & Microwedding Photographer

A romantic couple embraces in a lush green meadow on a cloudy summer day.

Images that feel like you, AND look like art


Midwest-Based Elopement & Microwedding Photographer

A couple embraces during their outdoor wedding ceremony with a flowing white veil in the breeze.

Images that feel like you, AND look like art


Midwest-Based Elopement & Microwedding Photographer

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Headshot of Michelle Kline, owner and lead photographer of Michelle Kay Photography.
I'm Michelle (she/her) and I'm so happy you're here!

Well, hello there!

My passion for photography started way back in 2001 when I convinced my dad I absolutely needed a camera for Christmas. Mirror selfies turned into tripod selfies, and things kind of took off from there.

When I'm not behind my camera, you will probably find me reading a book, eating pizza with friends or chasing my kiddos. I love watching sunsets, making lame jokes and traveling the world.

More About Me

What I do



01.


Families


YOU & YOURS


02.


Couples


YOU & YOUR LOVEY


04.


Vows


FOREVER & ALWAYS

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I think the most amazing part of photos and documentation through imagery is that you get to see yourself the way other people see you. I resonate with individuals, couples and families who want to document themselves as they are. I thrive on genuine interactions and photographing the "ordinary" because there's something really remarkable about making the little things special.

Engagement photo of couple at Drake's Diner in Des Moines, Iowa sharing a milkshake

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Couple embracing in a modern parking structure with geometric white ceiling patterns.

10/10 would recommend Michelle for any of your photography needs! She's a one-of-a-kind photographer who's thoughtful, reliable, reassuring and the best hype woman out there!

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