Business Details
18 Years
experience
Award-Winning Ann Arbor Family & Newborn Photography
Amy Kimball Photography has been capturing life's most meaningful moments for over 17 years, specializing in lifestyle photography that celebrates authenticity. Founded in 2008, our Ann Arbor-based studio operates from a 70-acre farm featuring organic gardens, wildflower meadows, and a renovated 1500-square-foot barn studio designed for natural light. Our team of award-winning photographers brings decades of combined experience in newborn, family, senior, and commercial photography, with a focus on creating artful images that reflect genuine connections. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to personalized service, sustainable practices, and a farm setting that offers diverse backdrops for storytelling.Our expertise extends to mentoring emerging photographers and collaborating with small businesses to develop visual branding that resonates. Every session prioritizes client comfort, with flexible scheduling, pet-friendly policies, and a guarantee of satisfaction. Our work has been featured in publications like Verily Magazine and recognized through client testimonials that highlight our ability to transform ordinary moments into timeless art.
Services
Newborn Photography
Family Photography
Senior Portraits
Commercial Photography
Photography Workshops
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 17 years of experience in lifestyle photography
- 70-acre farm with diverse natural backdrops
- Expertise in natural light photography
- Welcomes pets, siblings, and extended family
- Team of award-winning photographers
What people say
Calming presence
Perfect lighting
Private peaceful setting
Capture real moments
Family-friendly approach
Services
Newborn Photography
Specialized newborn photography capturing intimate family connections in our natural light studio. Sessions include sibling and pet interactions, with flexible timing to accommodate feeding schedules. Our experienced team ensures safety while creating timeless images that document early parenthood's emotional journey through organic, unposed moments.
Family Photography
Documentary-style family photography on our 70-acre farm, featuring meadows, woods, and modern rustic studio backdrops. Sessions prioritize authentic interactions over posed shots, with weather contingency plans and extended time for outfit changes. Ideal for milestone celebrations and annual family documentation needs.
Senior Portraits
Custom senior portrait sessions combining studio and outdoor settings to showcase individual personalities. Our approach minimizes stress through guided posing and location variety, including golden hour lighting options. Packages include multiple outfit changes and print credits for yearbook and college application needs.
Commercial Photography
Full-service commercial photography for small businesses, including product styling, headshots, and location branding. Our process includes pre-shoot consultation for shot lists and brand messaging, with deliverables optimized for web and print use within two weeks.
Photography Workshops
Hands-on photography instruction for teens and adults covering manual camera settings, composition, and editing. Workshops utilize our farm setting for practical application, with teen programs focusing on career fundamentals and adult sessions emphasizing creative development.
People
Amy Kimball
Founder & Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 17 years of experience, specializing in lifestyle imagery. Renowned for transforming a 2013 bank auction property into a thriving photography farm studio. Expert in newborn, family, and commercial photography with published book credits.
Aubreii Hometown
Client Manager
15+ years of client relations experience at AKP. Graphic design background with expertise in resolving technical challenges. Known for calm demeanor and organizational skills that ensure seamless client experiences.
Candice Hometown
Photographer
Fashion photography graduate with NYC experience. Specializes in vintage aesthetics and curating visual narratives. Brings artistic sensibility to family and senior portrait sessions through creative composition techniques.
Francesca Hometown
Photographer
Globally experienced photographer with Verily Magazine cover credits. Combines gardening passion with photography expertise to create organic, nature-inspired compositions for family and senior sessions.
Hannah Hometown
Photographer
Graphic design degree holder with international travel experience. Specializes in teaching photography to at-risk youth. Brings joyful energy to sessions while maintaining technical precision in image capture.
Questions
What locations are available for photo sessions?
Our 70-acre farm offers woods, meadows, pond, and orchard backdrops. The 1500-square-foot studio provides modern rustic settings with natural light.
Can pets join our session?
Pets are welcome in all sessions. Our farm environment accommodates animals, and our photographers know how to incorporate them naturally into compositions.
What happens if weather changes our plans?
We monitor forecasts closely and offer rescheduling for adverse conditions. Our schedule includes buffer days specifically for weather-related changes.
How long until we receive images?
Online galleries with edited images are delivered 10-14 days after sessions, with rush options available for urgent needs.
Do you photograph extended families?
Our sessions include immediate family members, grandparents, and special guests. The farm's spacious setting accommodates larger groups comfortably.
What photography education options exist?
We offer teen summer camps, adult mentoring sessions, and upcoming online courses covering technical skills and creative development for personal and business use.
