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Serving in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia, & Nation Wide

I'm Michelle,

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Michelle

And I am so thrilled that you're here!
If you love to laugh, enjoy the present moment with those you love, and have a collection of photos that stir your heart without the stiffness and stress of a 'portrait session', then you've come to the right place!


I've been photographing wonderful clients for over 14 years and have turned it into a career for the past 5 years. 

I'm a momma to four super cute kiddos, wife to an incredibly swell fella, and love watercolor. And I know it's so cliche, but coffee really is my favorite thing to drink...

As you look around, you'll see that I'm passionate about people, authenticity, and capturing authentic moments into photographs that light up a home.

Enough about me, though, I'd love to hear more about you! Reach out and let's talk about your vision!


...She is clearly blessed with a talent for capturing the beauty in relationships... 

Jessica

I cannot recommend Em highly enough! …She is clearly blessed with a talent for capturing the beauty in relationships. Each picture we got was not only beautiful aesthetically, but also showed my favorite people’s personalities and the dynamics between them. I’m so grateful for these special photos! Thank you!

Jessica

My daughter had a senior portrait session recently with The Fresh Walk and we couldn’t be happier with the results! … We now have pictures of a beautiful sunrise and my daughter looking more comfortable and relaxed in photos then I’ve ever seen her. I’m not sure how you brought her out of her shell but you did:)

Tori

The Fresh Walk (Em Rae) is one amazing photographer! I’m blown away by the moments she captured. So many of them tugged at my heart, and a few even made me tear up. She caught so much movement, life, love and joy.
Mamas, if you are ready for a family photoshoot, email this special lady right away! You won’t regret it!!

Angelica

...I really don’t know how to adequately express how grateful I am for the way you captured our daughter’s unique and sweet personality. Thank you for spending time getting to know who she is and capturing the essence of the sweet girl we all love so much.You are an amazing photographer that God has gifted with eyes to see the beauty and ears to hear the story...

Melissa

Absolutely love all our pictures!! We had an awesome photo shoot and you helped Madison relax and have a great time! We love how the pictures came out and you were so quick at getting them back to us!! We would definitely recommend you to anyone!

Becca

My family had a great time with The Fresh Walk! you can tell she loves what she does, because it shows! she has a great eye for capturing beautiful images! ❤ I highly recommend her.

Kayla

We had such a blast during our maternity session!! Our amazing photographer made the day so easy and relaxed. It felt just like a group of friends hanging out and walking around some freezing and flooded fields! 😊 We are thankful for Em and all she did to help us celebrate our baby girl!

Jessica

MY fantastic CLIENTS HAVE SAID

I cannot recommend Michelle highly enough! …She is clearly blessed with a talent for capturing the beauty in relationships. Each picture we got was not only beautiful aesthetically, but also showed my favorite people’s personalities and the dynamics between them. I’m so grateful for these special photos! Thank you!

The Neff Family

My daughter had a senior portrait session recently with The Fresh Walk and we couldn’t be happier with the results! … We now have pictures of a beautiful sunrise and my daughter looking more comfortable and relaxed in photos then I’ve ever seen her. I’m not sure how you brought her out of her shell but you did:)

TORI

The Fresh Walk (Michelle) is one amazing photographer! I’m blown away by the moments she captured. So many of them tugged at my heart, and a few even made me tear up. She caught so much movement, life, love and joy.
Mamas, if you are ready for a family photoshoot, email this special lady right away! You won’t regret it!!

Angelica

...I really don’t know how to adequately express how grateful I am for the way you captured our daughter’s unique and sweet personality. Thank you for spending time getting to know who she is and capturing the essence of the sweet girl we all love so much.You are an amazing photographer that God has gifted with eyes to see the beauty and ears to hear the story...

Kimber

Absolutely love all our pictures!! We had an awesome photo shoot and you helped Madison relax and have a great time! We love how the pictures came out and you were so quick at getting them back to us!! We would definitely recommend Michelle to anyone!

Madison

My family had a great time with Michelle! you can tell she loves what she does, because it shows! she has a great eye for capturing beautiful images! ❤ I highly recommend her.

Chris & Kayla

We had such a blast during our maternity session!! Our amazing photographer made the day so easy and relaxed. It felt just like a group of friends hanging out and walking around some freezing and flooded fields! 😊 We are thankful for Michelle and all she did to help us celebrate our baby girl!

Ben & jessica