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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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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 R.
May 31, 2024I 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 F.
July 5, 2025Michele did a fantastic job producing museum quality photos for our publication-. She was thorough and professional-- highly recommended!
David S.
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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
Tiffany A.
November 27, 2024What 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 D.
September 26, 2025Michelle 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 H.
July 8, 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
Randy C.
October 10, 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
Julian W.
October 24, 2024Excellent experience 👏 Would highly recommend!
Michelle R.
September 27, 2025
