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From brand portraits to product and location photography, these featured services reflect Michele’s most requested sessions—trusted by businesses looking to make a lasting visual impact.

brand presence

Show up with confidence. Authentic, high-quality head shots and imagery that reflects your brand and connects with your audience.

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food & beverage

Mouthwatering visuals made for menus, marketing, and delivery platforms—crafted to highlight every detail.

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commercial stories

Professional photography that brings your business to life—on-site, teams, and products captured with purpose and clarity.

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About Michele Kipplen

Michele Kipplen is a Commercial Freelance Photographer who helps businesses stand out with imagery that’s personal, polished, and real. She replaces stock photos with visuals that tell your story—and put YOU back in the picture.

Her clients include Door Dash, the Toledo Museum of Art, and a range of regional publications including Toledo Real Producers, Local Neighborhood Publications, and Indi Kids Magazine. Whether she’s photographing people, food, or spaces, Michele brings clarity and character to every frame.

She’s the official photographer for the annual Blues, Brews & Brats Festival and leads the PACT Paparazzi team at Metroparks Toledo Botanical Garden. Michele also serves as President of the Photo Arts Club of Toledo.

When she’s not behind the camera, she’s out kayaking, camping, or spending time with her husband and daughter.

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Put a Face to Your Brand
Whether you need polished headshots or personal branding visuals, Michele captures authentic images that help professionals show up with confidence.
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Plated to Perfection
Michele’s photography helps restaurants, bakeries, and caterers showcase their dishes with mouthwatering clarity—perfect for menus, marketing, and delivery platforms.
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Your Business, Captured Right
From team photos to retail spaces and events, Michele’s commercial work helps brands tell their story through purposeful, high-impact visuals.
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  • I contacted Michele to get a professional head shot and couldn't be more pleased with the results. She was very easy to work with, and... read more

    Donna Frendt Avatar Donna F.
    July 5, 2025

    Michelle did an impressive amount of research and prep work to make my shoot not just wonderful but exactly what I needed for my business!

    Margo Hertzfeld Avatar Margo H.
    July 8, 2025

    Michele is so personable and easy to work with. She listens to your concerns and what you are looking for in your own photos.... read more

    Pam King Avatar Pam K.
    September 26, 2025

  • Michele was awesome! She did an amazing job at making sure I was comfortable and relaxed. She took the time to listen to what I... read more

    Betsy Mulholland Avatar Betsy M.
    October 17, 2025

    What a quick and easy experience. Michele was great to work with, I do not love having my pictures taken and she made it... read more

    Kimberly Dietrich Avatar Kimberly D.
    September 26, 2025

    Michele did my headshots and did an amazing job! She made me feel so comfortable and she effortlessly gave me some great shots. I highly... read more

    Allison Lassley Avatar Allison L.
    May 6, 2025

  • It’s always lovely working with Michele! It had been a while since I last shot with her, but she was very kind as always and... read more

    Aly Rollins Avatar Aly R.
    May 31, 2024

    Michelle and her whole team were excellent! She was super patient and worked with me to get the results I wanted. I recommend Michelle and... read more

    Tiffany A Williams Avatar Tiffany A.
    November 27, 2024

    Thank you , Michele! My new photos are great and it was so much fun creating them!! I appreciate everything you have done for... read more

    Morgan M Welch Avatar Morgan M.
    October 6, 2025