COLORFUL + airy PHOTOGRAPHY FOR JOYFULLY LOVING COUPLES
I’m tickled pink that you’re here! If your vision for your wedding day is brimming with ease + joy + color, we are on the same wavelength. I’m known for creating wedding days that feel effortless and delivering images that will take you back to every moment, from morning light to golden hour.
I believe the photography experience should add to the magic of your wedding day, which is why I see it as my role to help you shine as your most comfortable & connected selves. I’ve been documenting awesome couples for over a decade, and I know that polished, professional photography doesn’t need to mean stiff or over-posed. It should be enjoyable + fun! I love creating an atmosphere that lets your best colors shine.
Chances are I’m editing photos as you read this, Scout coffee in hand and Taking Back Sunday blasting. When I’m not working, I love spending time off-grid, in places like Joshua Tree chasing a vibrant sunset or on a brilliant blue ridge-line with breathtaking views in the Sierra Nevadas. While adventure fuels my soul—I never feel better than when I’m bringing fresh creativity and connection to my couples on their wedding day!
SWEET + LOVELY ESTATE WEDDING | THE CASITAS ESTATE
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Can’t get enough of all this love + color? Let’s connect and talk about the best day of your life.
WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING:
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“We just went through the photos and got all emotional - they turned out better than we could have imagined!!! You are talented beyond words! Thank you for all your hard work & for being, well, just AMAZING - we love you!”
K + T
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![a bright and colorful san luis obispo wedding at edna valley ranch of a stylishly chic bride and groom with abundant boho florals photographed by kelsey kay]()
“OH MY GOSH THESE ARE ALL SO BEAUTIFUL!!! We just went through them with my parents and we are all speechless! You are so talented and we are so grateful we found you to photograph our special day. Thank you so much for getting these to us so quickly and for being so amazing!”
M + M
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![sweet bride and groom at colorful luxury wedding at opolo vineyards in paso robles by photographer kelsey kay]()
“I am literally weeping. I had no doubt that you would do an amazing job capturing our day, but you have totally blown me away beyond expectation. These are beautiful. I am so grateful we had you to see all these special moments. I don't know what to say except that you are some kind of magical unicorn. Thank you so much.”
D + B
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![colorful montana de oro elopement with sweet and joyful couple by photographer kelsey kay]()
“I'm sitting at my desk, alone in the office (first day back), laughing and crying out loud. These photos are absolutely amazing. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for capturing our day so thoughtfully and so beautifully. You are so talented and we're going to need to come down to see you every time we want pictures taken. Thank you, again! SO MUCH!!!!”
C + M
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![sweet and joyful bride and groom at floral-filled winter elopement at the casitas estate in arroyo grande photographed by kelsey kay]()
“Thank you SO much! We just went through the album and we are completely blown away with how perfect the photos are! You did a phenomenal job capturing our wedding day. It was such a pleasure working with you! You were so efficient and made everyone feel so comfortable. Our family and friends kept telling us how awesome you were :) You’re the best!”
K + H
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![black bowtie groom and elegant wedding gown bride at sunset at opolo vineyards wedding in paso robles by photographer kelsey kay]()
“Oh my gosh, looking through these photos was like getting to relive the day again. They came out more beautiful than we could have ever imagined. You are extremely talented, we can’t thank you enough for all of your work. It was amazing to share the day with you, and so fun to look back through the photos. Thank you so much!!”
A + A
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![stylish bride in cowgirl boots and well dressed groom and floral inspired wedding at edna valley ranch in san luis obispo by photographer kelsey kay]()
Omg!! The photos are phenomenal!!! We loved all the pictures and I found myself floored by the details and the facial expressions you captured! Thank you for capturing our wedding and being so amazing and supportive to us on that day!! You were spectacular and you will definitely see more of us in the future!! I adore your photography soooo very much!! You truly are incredibly talented!!
A + B
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![bright bougainvillea flowers with elegant bride and groom in front of them san luis obispo wedding by photographer kelsey kay]()
“I don’t even know what to say... we’re speechless. The photos are Phenomenal! True works of art!! There’s not one that we didn’t like. You captured the Love, the Fun, & the Celebration of our marriage! We are FOREVER grateful! Thank you for being amazing! The pleasure of working with you was all ours!!”
A + E
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![sweet and joyful bride and groom at beach wedding at oceanpoint ranch by photographer kelsey kay]()
“Wow, we are over-the-moon with our photos! You did such an amazing job capturing us and making the photos feel so natural, warm and loving. We absolutely love them!! Thank you for being so fun and easy to work with.”
M + E
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