I know that being in front of the camera can sometimes feel awkward or uncomfortable - that’s totally normal!
That’s why I focus on making every session a fun, relaxed experience where you don’t have to worry about “what to do” or “how to look.” I guide you with clear, simple posing so you can feel confident and natural.
My goal is to capture the real, joyful connections between you and your loved ones, while helping you feel comfortable and at ease through the entire session.
Hey!
I'm Kelcy.
As a small child my family lived on the driftwood beaches of Kasaan Bay, and later the place I call my hometown - Homer, Alaska - right where the mountains meet the sea.
In 2014, I moved from Anchorage to the East Coast to pursue a life-long dream: volunteering at a Bible-based education facility in Patterson, NY. For six years I worked in the tour department - where the entire purpose is to show love and hospitality to families visiting for a Bible Tour. That experience deeply shaped me. It’s why I feel so drawn to helping others remember their New York trips through family sessions for what they are—milestones in a spiritual legacy.
Currently I assist in the construction department, which feels like a perfect fit for my inner Alaskan "git 'er done" tenacious personality. While hard-hat hair struggles are a real thing, my crew brings me back to a "hometown" feeling.
Just a Kid from Alaska.
I'm completely obsessed with cherry blossoms. The reason originates from growing up in Alaska. In AK we call it "spring breakup" because it's a muddy, brown, soul-crushing mess, and I never understood the magic of spring. That is, until I moved to NY and saw my first tree in full pink bloom. My heart literally did a backflip. Now I plan my life around springtime. I black out my calendar and plan days to go blossom hunting. If you're dreaming of spring photos with cotton-candy blooms... I'm your girl!
Books I love:
(and yes, I read all books with a pen so I can take notes!)
Atomic Habits by James Clear
The 5am Club by Robin Sharma
168 Hours by Laura Vanderkam
If I could live anywhere, it'd be inside a Pottery Barn catalog.
My coffee order is one in each hand served with a side of strong opinions about ice.
My "weird hobby" is that I make home-made yogurt. It is so good, and so easy! Contact me for the recipe!
I love personality typing. For the curious, here’s mine:
INF/TJ, Enneagram 4, Blue/Red, with a love language of take-out.
So basically I’m Monica Geller organized, Taylor Swift feelings, and Lorelai Gilmore hunger and humor—all at once.
Send me your type—I’ll probably try to guess it anyway!
What others are saying
- Camille F.
"Honestly, I used to think professional photos weren’t worth it — that my iPhone portraits were “good enough”, but Kelcy completely changed my mind. She knows how to make you look and feel your best and how to let the nerves melt away. Thanks to her, we have not only beautiful photos, but also such sweet memories of the day. We’re so grateful and can’t wait to do it again."
- Melissa M.
"Kelcy did an amazing job. My husband and I left the session saying how much fun she made it! She has mastered the skill of making people feel comfortable even while being in front of the camera."
- Isabella N.
"Kelcy was there every step of the way from planning to posing, and made it an all-around enjoyable experience. It was fun, comfortable, and memorable—and I’m excited to do another photo shoot with her in the future!"
- Samantha V.
"Kelcy made me and my husband feel so comfortable and somehow made a pair of awkward people look so comfortable and feel confident. Thank you so much for your hard work and attention to detail Kelcy!!! I’m so excited to share these pictures with all our friends and family. "