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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

    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

    I worked with Michelle from Michelle Kipplen Business to Business Photography for my website and marketing photos. Michelle is the perfect mix of professional and... read more

    Christine Harmon Avatar Christine H.
    October 27, 2024

  • Excellent experience 👏 Would highly recommend!

    Michelle Rumans Avatar Michelle R.
    September 27, 2025

    Meet 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

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    Randy Caris Avatar Randy C.
    October 10, 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

  • Michele captured my best side in a stress-free environment paying attention to every little detail! The results were beautiful! I highly recommend her services!

    Michelle Wing Avatar Michelle W.
    June 23, 2025

    Very professional & reasonably priced. She made the session a lot of fun and I would definitely use her again for any photography needs.... read more

    Louis Ilia Avatar Louis I.
    May 13, 2025

    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

    Rob Carpenter Avatar Rob C.
    October 16, 2025