Hi, I’m Kate

A METRO DETROIT MATERNITY, NEWBORN, AND FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER

As a mom of two, I understand the beautiful chaos of these early years — the tiny hands, sleepy smiles, and fleeting moments that pass far too quickly. That’s why I’m passionate about documenting pregnancy, newborns, and growing families in a natural, meaningful way.

With nearly a decade of experience photographing families across Metro Detroit and Oakland County, my work is rooted in simplicity, light, and real emotion. I focus on gentle, candid imagery that captures not just how this season looks — but how it feels.

These are the moments that become your family’s story, and they deserve to be preserved with care.

Based in Rochester Hills, Kate works with families from Royal Oak, Birmingham, and across Metro Detroit to create newborn, maternity, and family photography that feels honest and deeply personal.

Behind the Brand

THE HEART BEHIND EL & EM PHOTOGRAPHY

I’m Kate — a Metro Detroit maternity, newborn, and family photographer inspired by my two children, Eloise and Emerson. They are the reason behind everything I create, shaping the gentle, emotional style that defines my work.

As a mom, I know how quickly these early years pass — which is why I’m so passionate about capturing pregnancy, newborn days, and family life in a way that feels honest, warm, and deeply meaningful. These moments with our children become our most treasured memories — and they deserve to be beautifully preserved.

Step Inside My Rochester Hills Photography Studio

My Rochester Hills home studio serves families across Metro Detroit and Oakland County, offering a bright, cozy space designed for newborn, baby, and family photography. Filled with soft natural light and professional studio lighting, it’s the perfect setting for timeless, high-quality portraits.

For newborn and baby sessions, I provide a carefully curated collection of swaddles, wraps, hats, and age-appropriate props, along with playful setups for sitters and first-year cake smash sessions — every detail thoughtfully chosen to capture the moments you’ll treasure most.