Get to know my “Why”

I have been a photographer for over 12 years. Starting as a pseudo-roadie for the Dave Matthews Band, I fell in love with capturing those raw, frozen in time moments that tell a story. From backstage to press pits, there was a rush from capturing those raw emotions quickly and with intention. You didn’t have time to overthink it- you just had to trust, and it was that freedom of creativity that made me fall absolutely in love with photography.

Fast forward and here we are now: still chasing that moment when you look through the viewfinder and feel the magic. At the end of the day, anyone can deliver great photos to you.

But, my goal will to always deliver more than that. I am here to create a space where you, your loved ones, and everyone in between can feel completely themselves. I want to empower you to feel comfortable with your hearts wide open. Forget the poses, and just let go. I’m not here to deliver what “should be”. I’m here to deliver to those milestone moments in an authentic, organic and beautiful way.

Outside of photography, I am a writer. I write on Substack, have self-published a number of books, and absolutely love finding connection with people.

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The new and improved “www.Leannegelish.com is officially here!

This new website truly encompasses who I am as a photographer, and really, a person.
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Gratitude
Alignment
Strength
Connection

Those are the first four words I saw on a random word graph this morning. These words were meant to be my mantra.

Ironically, they’re also words you all have used to describe a session with me. They&r

Wishing a happy Mother’s Day to all the women who keep the spirits of those around them up daily. To all the women who cook multiple meals a day, to all the women who work and still find time for their babies. To all the first time moms, and to

Photography, at its heart, is rooted in appreciation. Appreciation of the beautiful little moments that make up our days. Appreciation in the superpower of freezing time, being able to hold onto memories, and appreciation from those who enjoy your wo

Sometimes, you just have to stop and photograph the beautiful flowers.

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Those little wiggly toes will forever be my favorite to capture ✨

I spent last spring attending styled sessions with other photographers. Mostly upstate, I saw this as an opportunity to expand, learn and edit in a way that represented my art moving forward. Tiny getaways that helped me think and work with intention

Life can be messy,
And painful,
And full of moments that leave you questioning “why”.

Life is also about balance,
And that is why we have “love” in all different forms.
Our self love,
Our friendship love,
Our soulmate love,

This is your morning reminder to never forget to step into your power ✨🌞

What does it mean to preserve your passion?

It means to pause,
It means to breath,
It means to challenge yourself to get back to your roots, which are stronger with time.

To preserve you passion is protect your peace, and to share freely without wo

That golden hour glow looks even better when you have that “I just married my best friend” smile 🤍

It’s our friendships that keep us grounded ✨🤍

The first love waiting for the new love✨

My favorite part of watching families grow is seeing how the dogs that are our babies seem to know their role so well. In our own life, I’ve watched my two pups take on such new personalities when they&

Through any storm, I’ll hold you tight 🤍

Think of your happiest moment-
Relive the sounds and smells from that day, and all the little moments that led you there.
Think of your biggest dream coming true,
And all the excitement that led you there.
Stand in your power and visualize all that y

This mornings affirmation is “I am committed to highlighting the strengths of those around me.”

And, that couldn’t be more true. I am so grateful that my job is to empower you to see how incredible you are. ✨

Empowering you to feel beautiful and free in all chapters of your story ✨

What would you write if I asked you to find 5 positive things about yourself? Would you hesitate? Would the words come easily?

And then how would you feel if throughout a portrait session, you saw a mirror with those words brightly shining back at y

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