Metro detroit's premier senior portrait experience

For seniors who want an elevated experience, magazine worthy photos and stress-free vibes.

hello

I'm Kelli, a former Art Director and senior photographer with 19 years of experience. Everyone deserves an awesome senior portrait experience. It's my job to help prepare you, pose you, and provide a variety of images that feel like you on your best hair day!

what people are saying

“Working with Kelli was truly amazing. The entire process went so smoothly between planning the session, shooting, and getting my pictures back! Not to mention, the pictures are fabulous!!”

Addie

"Your ability to connect with each person and bring out their special personality on film is remarkable. It’s truly a gift. Molly - the REAL Molly - came shining thru on each of your photos. She looked natural, comfortable and confident - not to mention that your lighting and angles were impeccable and showed her to her absolute best. LOVED working with you!"

molly's mom, Kathryn

“Such an amazing experience, felt so pampered and cared for. Loved my pictures and everything turned out so beautifully. Wouldn’t want my senior portraits done with anyone else.”

Emmy

“I had so much fun and I wasn't at all uncomfortable and think it was personalized so well in every way."

Olivia

"I am over the moon for the album. It is everything I could have wanted. This whole experience has been nothing but wonderful. Thank you for being fantastic at your job and for being an all around good human. I can’t sing your praises enough."

Niko's mom, Serenity

"I had so much fun and am so thankful that we work with you! I truly love how my pictures turned out - I feel like they really reflect me. Thank you so much!!!"

Ellie

"These are absolutely beautiful - incredible!!! Lexi and I both started crying - they're just stunning, kelli! we love them so much!!! i knew they'd be amazing but i can't even begin to tell you how happy we are."

Lexi's Mom, Christy

"I think you are very talented and are doing exactly what you were meant to do in life. The portraits of our children are priceless and will be treasured by us for many years to come. We greatly appreciate you!!"

Dane's Mom, Nicole

"It was absolutely amazing. I loved every moment of it. I really like the poses you chose for me. I think everything worked smoothly and my photos resemble my true, organic self. Thank you so much! It was an awesome experience!"

Chase

"The experience and products you provide are outstanding. The photographs will be treasured for many years to come. Thank you for making a potentially stressful experience very smooth and enjoyable!"

Fiona's mom, becky

"Everything is stunning and I’m in love with how it turned out."

Isabelle

"I liked all the professional touches. I liked the lowest stress atmosphere that was possible."

Ava

Portfolio

i'm honored to be an award winning, featured and published photographer

the BLOG

I've worked to make my blog a resource with advice, session prep tips, Metro Detroit location options, and real client highlights to help you feel confident and inspired before your shoot. I encourage you to search and scroll to find blog posts that will help you with your planning.

a Resource for photoshoot Prep & Inspiration

here's the deal

Senior portraits are truly a once in a lifetime experience so I got you! I hold your hand as much or as little as you need for a stress-free experience.

A purple tree session includes;

Multiple clothing changes
Most sessions are around 2 to 3 hours
Hair and makeup by one of my professional stylists
A welcome guide with tons of info on what-to-wear, tips for making the session perfect for you and more
Questionnaire - so I get to know you
Pre-session consult - I want to answer your questions and help with the details
And more...

The photo shoot is crazy fun (I win the guys over too)! But the end goal is for you to have beautiful images you’ll love and have forever! I offer a variety fabulous high quality products. Most client invest a total of $2 to $3k for their photoshoot, professional quality products and digital files.

Hit me up with questions and to get my inquiry guide with much more information on the Purple Tree Photograph experience.

want more info?

serving northville michigan and beyond

T. 734.776.4418

E. kelli@purpletreephotography.com

if you do not hear from me within 24 hours please check your spam folder and give me a shout back if you don't see anything.