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highlighted services
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.
food & beverage
Mouthwatering visuals made for menus, marketing, and delivery platforms—crafted to highlight every detail.
commercial stories
Professional photography that brings your business to life—on-site, teams, and products captured with purpose and clarity.
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.
Featured Clients & BRands
What Our Clients Say

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I had such a great experience during my business branding session with Michele! She made me feel completely comfortable and we had so much fun... read more throughout the shoot. I really appreciated how detail oriented she is- from adjusting my necklace and wedding ring to making sure every little thing was picture perfect. I also loved that she photographed tethered to a computer so I could see the photos as we went. It helped me feel confident and excited about how everything was turning out. All around, it was a fantastic experience and I’d absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for professional, high-quality branding photos!
Brittany S.
October 25, 2025Michele has photographed multiple homes for me and has always done an amazing job! She is very professional, timely, and knows how to capture exactly... read more what the customer wants. Highly recommend her for your commercial photography needs!
Julian W.
October 24, 2024Thank you , Michele! My new photos are great and it was so much fun creating them!! I appreciate everything you have done for... read more me!
Morgan M.
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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 her entire team to anyone who needs photographs taken.
Tiffany A.
November 27, 2024Michele Kipplen’s business photoshoots are a true confidence boost! She has an incredible way of making clients feel comfortable, keeping the session fun and perfectly... read more on-brand, all while capturing those flawless moments. One of the best parts? You get to preview your photos before you leave—walking out knowing you already have the perfect headshots! The experience felt like a total pampering session, too. From the professional makeup artist to the stylist helping me choose the right look, every detail was taken care of. I left not only with amazing photos, but also feeling like a million bucks. THANK YOU, Michele!
Melonie L.
September 26, 2025Michele 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 Her photo's turn out so good and she is so creative. I look forward to going back to her in the spring for my professional photo session to level up my branding. Thanks a million Michele, you are a true professional!
Pam K.
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I recently had a headshot session with Michele Kipplen Photography and couldn't be more impressed! From start to finish, the experience was seamless and professional. Michele's... read more system is incredibly efficient—I was able to review all the photos taken during my session right away, select my favorite for editing, and within less than 24 hours, I had my completed, professionally edited headshot in hand. The quick turnaround was a game-changer for me, and the quality of the final product exceeded my expectations. If you need professional headshots without the hassle or long wait times, I highly recommend Michele Kipplen Photography. Fast, efficient, and top-notch results—what more could you ask for?
Rob C.
October 16, 2025Meet Michele Kipplen — an amazing woman and a true professional. Although her focus is typically in the commercial photography space, she went above and... read more beyond to capture some incredible family features for the magazine I publish in Bowling Green. Her eye for detail and ability to make families feel at ease have really helped bring each story to life. She's a good person to know in the creative world and someone I'm grateful to have in my network. You will be too.
Randy C.
October 10, 2025What 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 painless!
Kimberly D.
September 26, 2025