PORTRAIT EXPERIENCE
Maternity | Motherhood | Family | Portraits
Our mission is to create an unforgettable experience that lingers long after the session is over. From the moment we begin planning, every detail is tailored to you, ensuring you feel your absolute best. With expert guidance, impeccable styling, and a session designed just for you, we’ll bring out your most stunning self.
We believe in offering only the highest quality of both tangible and digital imagery, delivering not just photos, but works of art that capture your unique essence. Knowing that professional photography is an investment, we are with you every step of the way from developing your personalized mood board and set designs to offering expert posing direction and delivering a gallery of breathtaking images that you'll treasure forever.
MEET THE ARTIST | Kathleen Lisbeth (Lease-beth)
Hello! I’m Kathleen, a maternity, motherhood, family, and beauty photographer based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. I’m so glad you’re here! I know how easy it is to put yourself last, to shy away from the camera, or to feel like these beautiful moments slip by too quickly. That’s exactly why I do what I do. My heart is in creating a space where you feel safe, celebrated, and completely yourself. I’m here to guide you every step of the way with kindness, understanding, and a little extra love so you can finally see yourself through a lens of beauty and confidence. Whether we’re capturing your motherhood journey, a special milestone, or simply celebrating you, I want this experience to remind you just how worthy and radiant you are.
MATERNITY
A story unfolding, celebrate the woman, the life she carries, and the quiet, breathtaking beauty of a journey that transforms everything. This is becoming a mother, captured.
Motherhood & Family
Capture the magic of the tender moments, the wild joy, and the beautiful bond between you and your little ones that words could never quite describe.
Portrait
Celebrate every milestone in style whether it’s a birthday, a major accomplishment, or a bold new chapter in your brand. Every moment deserves to feel unforgettable.
Professional Makeup at the studio
A Day of Luxurious Pampering
Professional makeup is now offered as a complimentary option for those who would love to include it as part of their session experience.
Our talented team of professional makeup artists ensures you look and feel your absolute best on camera. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of studio lighting, they create looks that enhance your natural features and align seamlessly with your personal style whether you prefer a soft, natural glow or a more striking, dramatic finish.
From the moment you arrive, our goal is to provide a calm, luxurious experience. While our artists work their magic, you’ll have the chance to relax, unwind, and enjoy a moment of pampering. This time is all about you, helping you feel nurtured, confident, and truly prepared to step in front of the camera with ease and grace. It’s not just about the makeup; it’s about creating a space where you can feel empowered and fully present for your session.
Of course, if you prefer to arrive camera ready on your own, that is absolutely welcome as well.
Meaning in Every Frame
Turn your home into a living story where every wall holds a memory and every frame is a masterpiece of love. Let your most meaningful moments live beautifully all around you.
FAQS
HOW MUCH IS THE INVESTMENT?
To reserve your desired date and time, a $200 or $400 session retainer is required at the time of booking.
This retainer is applied toward your final portrait collection investment and secures your session with our creative team, along with exclusive access to our studio space.
HOW FAR OUT SHOULD I BOOK?
We recommend booking your session at least two to four weeks in advance, with four weeks being ideal to allow for thoughtful planning and to ensure a wider selection of available dates.
For maternity clients, the optimal time to schedule your session is between 28 and 34 weeks, when your beautiful bump is perfectly showcased and you’re still feeling comfortable.
DO YOU OFFER PAYMENT PLANS?
Yes, absolutely! We are delighted to offer flexible payment plans for your convenience.
While the session fee which reserves your session date and covers your time must be paid in full, portrait collections may be divided into two, three, four, or five equal bi-weekly payments.
Please note that post-production and editing will begin once your package is paid in full. Upon completion of payment, we’ll begin crafting your stunning, final images with the utmost care.
client Testimonial
“The experience was extremely professional, Kathleen was very dedicated and devoted to providing exactly the dream picture you have in mind and bringing it to life, while making you feel like you are the masterpiece. I loved how clean, sharp and dreamy the pictures turn out to cherish forever."
Shirley C.
Maternity Session
client Testimonial
“My whole experience was wonderful everything was so nice Kathleen makes you feel like you have known her forever she makes you feel very comfortable. loved how they have the make up there and how they already know what outfits your going to be wearing that is such a big help and something less you have to worry about ! During the whole photoshoot she’s guiding you with different poses making sure you’re looking your best!!"
Cynthia A.
Maternity Session
client Testimonial
“From the moment you walk in Kathleen receives you with such an upbeat welcoming attitude. The whole experience was amazing very smooth and professional. Kathleen is very passionate on what she does for sure made me feel so beautiful the entire time. Such an amazing and unique experience."
Gabby Z.
Maternity Session
client Testimonial
“It was amazing, the experience was so much fun, I loved the positive and warm atmosphere, it made it easy to pose and put on my model face."
Angela F.
maternity session
client Testimonial
“It was a great experience for me! It was nice to be greeted with food, and to be pampered throughout the whole process. Kathleen definitely makes you feel comfortable and let’s you let loose and be the best you!"
Caitlyn S.
Maternity Session
client Testimonial
“From the moment I walked in the door, I felt pampered and a sense of comfort. You were welcoming, understanding and kind. I was excited from the moment that we set a date and my heart raced as we changed from one outfit to another. We laughed, danced and shared heartfelt stories.
Kathleen, I will always cherish this moment in time. I am so pleased with my photoshoot and I felt amazing. You captured the virtue of my womanhood and helped me to reveal layers of beauty and an innocence of life."
Helen M.
beauty Session
client Testimonial
“Kathleen was very professional and personal. The love and care that she takes for each step and each detail is amazing! Her photos are timeless! We will definitely be booking her in the future!"
Summer G.
Motherhood Session
KATHLEEN LISBETH PHOTOGRAPHY
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Kathleen Lisbeth Photography
Award-winning professional photographer specializing in motherhood, maternity, family and beauty portraiture in Grand Rapids, Michigan