"I am SO blown away by Chantal's ability to perfectly capture my son's personality. The photography session was so personal and filled with love and every picture shows that. Her professional and creative talents surpassed my expectations."
-Mary Verschueren
"Chantal is awesome! She knows her light and her lovely and fun personality got us smiling. The final photos were unique and inspired. Thanks Chantal for an excellent family photo session!! We'll be back."
-Dave Fellows
"I have known Chantal for 20 years and the authenticity of her personal spirit is reflected in her professional presence. She is attentive, creative, and brings out the best in her clients. Thank you for your brilliant eye!"
I'm Chantal from Chantal Elise Photography--a mother, nurturer, and artist. My home is beautiful West Michigan, where I enjoy spending time with true loves--my husband and son. I started taking portraits because I delighted in the everyday flow of life; the quiet details of people, and their worlds. My goal has always been to capture truth, and build connections with those of whom I took photos of in a personal and organic way.
To this day I still feel the same way about what is between my eye and the glass; a desire to freeze an honest moment in time that encapsulates who YOU are--YOU, the person on the other side of this screen, the one who I'd like to get to know. I want to meet you, and your loved ones. I'd like to photograph your essence in a way that honors your life--something you can cherish forever.
Forget about rushed, contrived images--let's delight in the small, authentic moments of your world together.