
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.
If you're looking for helpful info, I've got you covered!
Ready to see your family's story come to life? Or simply have questions? I'm here to help!
Eric and I had the most amazing weekend in Michigan. We began by shooting a wedding for our friends and celebrating them! It was wonderful! Then we headed out for a magical whirlwind day and a half of exploring Grand Haven and Saugatuck. We stayed in the most wonderful bed & breakfast in Grand Haven and found absolutely amazing restaurants and coffee, a spot to drop our paddle board in, and a fun light show on the canal. The following day we explored Saugatuck, the most adorable little beach town. We want to go back and bring the girls with us! So fun. 10/10 highly recommend time away with your spouse. Also making sure to have a healthy work life balance! Until next time, Michigan! #roadtrip #michigan #workandtravel #westervilleohiofamilyphotographer #columbusohiofamilyphotographer
Spring and fall are popular times of the year for photos, and for good reason. But summer is also an AMAZING time to capture photos with your loved ones!!!
Some of my favorite summer sessions:
☀️River/creek sessions
☀️Greenhouse sessions
☀️Wildflower sessions
☀️Park & green space sessions
☀️Prairie field & tall grasses sessions
☀️Farm sessions
☀️Historic downtown street sessions
Lots of options. I’d love to help you figure out what would be a perfect fit and vibe for your fam!
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Justin & Ashlyn are engaged!!! 💍🤍
It was an immense honor and joy to be part of this very special session with them. From the very first moment of meeting them, I could see they were perfect together. They are wonderful, kind, genuine people, and can just feel the natural and perfectly comfortable way between them. They put those around them at ease!
It was SO much fun to be "in on it", to know what was coming and to watch it unfold before my eyes.
And of course we made sure to include their pup Nolan in the shoot as well! He had a "My humans are getting married" bandana. Absolutely adorable!!
I could not be happier for them, or more excited for their future together!!! Congratulations Justin & Ashlyn (and Nolan)!! 🤍🤍🤍
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It started out as a normal, cute couples session…
SO CUTE, I might add.
Somewhere in the middle, he got down on one knee!!!
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SHE SAID YES!!! This was such a joy to be a part of (yep, I was in on it!), to witness, and to capture!
These two are such sweet, wonderful, beautiful people and I could not be happier for them!!! CONGRATULATIONS Justin & Ashlyn (and your sweet pup Nolan)!!!!
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Sessions with Silas (this needs to be a podcast or tv show) are a BLAST. Seeing his love for his parents and his pups pulls all the heart strings! He`s grown so much since seeing him last year - I remember him being much more shy and unsure last year. This session he was outgoing and open, and it was so much FUN... a JOY to capture his many sweet and silly expressions!
These moments are fleeting.. priceless.. and I LOVE that the dogs are involved in each of the G fam`s sessions!
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I loved this session with FOUR generations of wonderful family, some who came from out of the state!
Extended family sessions are so important. You might remember me talking about my own "Grams" who passed away a few years ago at the age of 96. I treasure the photo session(s) we had with her. These moments with Great Grandma are precious. Phyllis was so funny, laughing when she joked "they made me do this!" But watching her smile and hold hands with her loved ones, enjoying these moments together... priceless.
Get in the photo. You`ll NEVER be sorry you captured these moments together.
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We spent the most amazing evening with this beautiful family! It always makes me so so happy to see families with grown children do photo sessions! They are just as important as pictures with the little ones.
Maybe it`s just me being emotional about my 18 year old who is going off to college in the fall, but these moments with our adult kids are priceless. We see our sweet ones less often as they are busy stepping out into the world to live their own lives, working hard, going to school, exploring life. It`s all SO good and so necessary. But it makes these moments together even more precious.
Thank you Natalie, Megan, and fam for a wonderful session!
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You`ve been meaning to book a family photographer for… a while now. 😅
But pricing feels all over the place — one photographer charges $200, another charges $1,500 — and you`re not sure what you`re actually paying for.
Swipe through for an honest breakdown of what family photos cost in Columbus, Ohio, what`s actually included, and how to make sure you`re getting the most out of your investment. ✨
No salesy stuff. Just real info to help you make the right call for your family.
Because these years go fast — YES, great photos are worth taking and holding onto. 🤍
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📍 Serving Westerville + Columbus, Ohio
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I adore this family! I met them for the first time last fall, and I really love our sessions together.
Do you want to know something? Little Mia wasn`t excited about pictures, and Eli was coming off a cold and didn`t feel well. Did we still get great photos? YES. Did it take a few minutes to let the kiddos warm up and start to have fun? YES. Did we still get some "real life" pictures where not everyone is perfectly smiling? Of course. And that`s perfectly okay. We know what to do and how to roll with it, and how to still get great photos.
Thank you Deanna and Steven and kiddos! We had a fantastic spring session with you all!
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Can I just say how much I love doing shoots with dogs? Weston and Bishop were SUCH sweethearts, and behaved perfectly - I can say the exact same about their owners!! :) :) We had an amazing time, perfect weather, and puppy snuggles.... the best. Thank you Kate and Ian for a wonderful session with your boys!!!
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My amazing, beautiful girl graduated last weekend and I couldn`t possibly be more proud of her. My sister @voyagingvu took this photo of her as we were getting ready to take a family pic, and I absolutely love it! More Cap & Gown pics coming soon!
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I absolutely loved this spring session - I love this family! After meeting so many years ago at church, and our girls playing soccer together over the years, it means a whole lot to me to catch up with them. What a gorgeous day we had at the park of Roses!
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Another absolutely beautiful session with this amazing family! Giada`s smiles MELTED me. She was so joyful on this gorgeous day, and it was such a pleasure to capture it. Seeing them every year means so much to me, and I love our sessions together!
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It was so much fun to take photos of Audrey and her gorgeous friends for her senior prom! I am blessed beyond belief with this girl. The moments pass quickly but I am so grateful for each one. Love you Audrey - so glad you had a blast at prom! <3
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Oh these sweet moments as a family! On mother`s day weekend, as my oldest is coming up on high school graduation in a few short weeks, I`m reminded constantly of how precious these moments together are.
This was such a sweet, fun session, and Lella was absolutely adorable! It was so fun to see her enjoy the farm. Happy Mother`s Day to GORGEOUS Faith! I am so happy for you and your sweet family to welcome another baby girl soon!!
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Oh these sweet faces! Exploring Cooper`s Knoll Farm with this beautiful family was nothing short of WONDERFUL. The twins absolutely loved it. Just seeing the joy on Juniper`s face as she discovered the chickens was priceless. I was so tickled when Teddy claimed the dirt pile as his own domain. We had such a great time. Gosh, I love my job!
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