I'm here for more than just a snapshot. I want to preserve your family's story in a positive, enjoyable way. The unique, raw, beautiful moments that make it
I've lived in Westerville for nearly 20 years and photographed families and seniors all over the state. After 14 years in business, I've discovered how to make family and senior photography sessions fun, rewarding experiences. From easy online booking, help with outfits and colors, and a session tailored to your unique vibe, I’ve got you covered! All you have to do is show up and enjoy a leisurely walk through a beautiful location.
I'd love to chat with you!
For sessions with families, seniors, and more, tap the button below to shoot me a message. Once we work out some initial details, I'll send you my booking link!
She has captured the best family & individual pictures of our family over the years. She is super organized with email reminders, provides outfit ideas, has a positive attitude & is willing to think outside the box.
I recommend Christy wholeheartedly and always look forward to working with her!
They take the time to get to know each client, and they take a genuine interest in this relationship so that they may best capture each session and person/family. We can tell they’re always trying to think of all the best possible options for the session and not just rush us out. They’re fun, professional, and talented. Christy’s communications are always incredibly thoughtful, kind, helpful, and prompt. And the final product.…she’s helped us to capture precious, fleeting moments of our growing children in the most beautiful way.
We are thankful she has chosen this work to share her talents and skills with us, and we would recommend her to anyone!"
She took her time, worked amazingly with my kids and even gave our stubborn/anxious kiddo more time to get comfortable. Her turn around time on editing and delivering our gallery was incredible.
I now can’t wait to have more photos sessions with her!
Thank you again Christy!"
Not only does she take fantastic photos, but she is kind, patient, and goes above and beyond to accommodate any needs.
I’m thrilled with her work!"
The photos are amazing, but honestly, without the ease & enjoyment of Christy's presence, we would not treasure the photos nearly as much.
Such a sweet experience all the way around!"
I've lived in Westerville for nearly 20 years and photographed families and seniors all over the state.
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Life is certainly not all sunshine and rainbows. But it’s fun and good to look at all the blessings that surround us! Here are just a few little clips (only a glimpse) from this amazing summer!
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Senior sessions can be as personalized as you want them to be! I was thrilled when Keira wanted to shoot in a bookstore. SO much fun. Hair & Makeup by the wonderful @kendallleighbeauty 💋
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KEIRA - 2027 Senior!! It was such a joy to photograph this beautiful soul - gorgeous inside and out. She`s been a friend to my Audrey for many years - it was always amazing to watch them battle through soccer games together! Warriors in their own right! (They were the Wildcats, but I digress...)
Keira asked if we could do the first part of her session at her favorite bookstore - um absolutely YES! I LOVE making senior sessions as personalized as they want to make them.
If I could go back and do my own senior photos, I would have died to shoot in a bookstore. It was so much fun including her favorite book into her photos! (I got to add it to my reading list too!)
Keira, you are amazing, and you have the brightest future ahead! Enjoy your senior year, girl! (Hair & Makeup by the wonderful @kendallleighbeauty 💋)
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Hello friends! If you`re new here, WELCOME!
I`m Christy, a family and senior photographer based in Westerville, Ohio and shooting in the greater Columbus Metro area. I`m wife to the BEST guy, stay at home mom to two sweet and sassy girls (they come by it honestly) and full time photographer since 2012.
I`m a little crunchy, a little outdoorsy, and an extroverted introvert (it`s a thing. I`m a people person and also love my quiet time to recharge!). I love Jesus, coffee, my yellow Labradors, and deep diving into finding more natural, healthy ways of living. I`m a creative who is fascinated by and a little obsessed with what makes each of us unique. What brings out the joy in you and your people? I`d love to find out and give you memories that will last forever!
Tap the links in my bio for more information. I`d love to hear from you!
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When you love something as much as Ryan loves swimming, you can`t help but stop and take it all in, fully appreciating the passion. The second he jumped in, I could just feel it, the joy of being exactly in his element, and all was right with the world. It was electric, and I was so glad to be there to capture a glimpse into his world!
Stay tuned for part 2 of Ryan`s senior session later this month with some more traditional shots!
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Happy World Photography Day! I so appreciate each and every one of you. Thank you for hiring me, trusting me, encouraging me and supporting my creative process all along the way. I’m deeply grateful to be able to do this “job” that I love so much, and it wouldn’t be possible without YOU! 🥰
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My fall minis are fully booked! Send me a quick request through my contact form (link in bio) to join the waiting list.
Minis might be full, but I have a couple full & half session time slots still available for the fall season! I am nearly booked. Shoot me a DM if you`d still like to get on my schedule!
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I definitely left a piece of my heart at Cedarville today. Not having my girl at home is hard - harder than I’d like to admit. Lots of tears today! But I also have overwhelming peace that she’s in the right place. I can’t speak highly enough of @cedarville and how well they care for their students. The gospel is the center of the entire place, it’s obvious, and it’s wonderful! See you soon @audreyloves_jesus !! #cedarville #1000days #cedarvillemom
Moving our girl in to her college dorm.,. How am I old enough to have a college kid??? 😭🤣 What an amazing place … @cedarville was so welcoming!! I couldn’t love it any more. Our girl is going to thrive here. I couldn’t be happier for her …. And I want to stay and experience this all over again!!! #cedarvilleuniversity #1000days
S A D I E - Class of 2027!
Every session I do is special. Being able to remember these moments in time exactly as they are, while the years continue to march on, is a gift in so many ways. Not just for you, but for me too.
But taking senior photos for the friends that my kids have grown up with from infancy.... whew. I hold these sessions dear. It is such a joy to have watched the girls grow up together, to see the wonderful humans they have grown in to.
Sadie is one such amazing, wonderful human. An old soul. Absolutely gorgeous inside and out. She`s caring, and in such an intuitive way... she sees you, cares about what makes you tick, and feels what you are feeling. I`m not sure how she`s already a senior, but here we are. I can`t WAIT to see what she decides to do after high school. It`s going to be amazing!
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I absolutely love doing these sessions of multiple family generations together. Especially when family members are coming in from other states to see each other! These times together are PRICELESS. Life is BUSY. We are all going in a million different directions. To be able to slow down and spend these moments together is so important. Freezing this moment of time in photos that we can look back on in the years to come when things DO slow down... there is no value we can give to that.
So. When this amazing family contacted me about doing a family session with three generations to celebrate Sue & Rocky`s 50th wedding anniversary, I jumped at the chance! We had a BLAST!
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I’ll be releasing my private fall mini session signups to my VIP email list over the next couple days!
🍁 I have limited slots this year! 🍁
What does this mean for you?
➡️ ‼️ If you are a member of my email list and book your session before the date specified within the email you’ll receive, I WILL GAURANTEE YOU A FALL MINI SESSION! ‼️
➡️ IF there are still open spots once that date has passed, the signups will be released to the public. At that point, once those spots are gone, they’re gone!
➡️ Want a guaranteed spot? JOIN MY LIST! Link in bio!
FALL MINI DETAILS:
Saturday and Sunday evening, October 17/18, & 24/25.
TWO LOCATIONS!
- THREE of these dates will be at a gorgeous park featuring a beautiful bridge, white gravel trails, pine forest, and a shallow creek bed surrounded by mature trees. This is a brand new location for me - I’ve never done minis here!
- ONE of these dates will be at a beautiful horse farm! Think open tree lined fields, rustic fences and barns, horses, chickens, and more!
Questions? DM me. I’d love to chat more!
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To say I love this session isn`t quite being truthful.
I`ve been taking Olivia`s photos since she was in .. middle school?! Maybe early high school. I did family photos for her amazing family (my beautiful name twin, @whiskful_thinking_by_christy !!) and then her senior photos, followed by sessions with Nick, their engagement, their wedding, maternity photos, family photos, you name it! I have been incredibly honored to capture their story. Their life journey. This particular session was so sweet because we captured these memories in the very spot where they got married!! (The Barnhardt Farm is absolutely amazing. Just gorgeous.) Priceless!!!
So I don`t just love this session. It means the WORLD to me. Love you all, Olivia, Nick, and boys! I couldn`t be HAPPIER to see you welcome baby # 3 - cannot WAAAAIT to meet him!!!
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Interested in fall minis? Sign ups are coming! Watch this space. I’ll be posting public sign ups 3-4 weeks from now. They will fill FAST. I will only be doing 2 weekends of mini sessions. October 17/18, and 24/25. Once they are gone, they are gone!
Want first dibs on time slots? Join my VIP email list! My list gets a private link for signups before they are ever released to the public. Link below or link in bio!!
https://christyricephotography.myflodesk.com/subscribe
So excited for fall and seeing all of your beautiful faces!!!
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They met on campus twenty years ago and have been together ever since. Campus has continued to be a place dear to their hearts, and now they often share this special place with their adorable, amazing son!
Gina & Andrew’s story had my heart from the very beginning, and it was such an honor for me to capture it! 💍🤍
Our stories are unique. Precious. From the wonderful, joyous things to the difficult things, the journey shapes us. I can’t tell you how much it means to me to help you keep these memories of YOUR story forever!!!
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I am a sentimental creature. These things, places, and people that shape our stories, that make us unique, special, and who we are at the core, are precious and deserve to be documented. Celebrated.
My session with this wonderful family was such a celebration! Being able to photograph them on campus, where they met twenty years ago and have spent so many fond memories together, was incredibly special. I adored every moment! I loved how smiley Julian was, always finding joy in things around him. Thanks G fam for this amazing time capturing your story!
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