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Portrait of Kelly, photographer behind Barefoot Ember, smiling in warm golden light

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Kelly

Kelly from Barefoot Ember with a Highland cow in Scotland, capturing a quiet countryside moment

more than a photographer, a storyteller for the quietly perfect moments...

Barefoot Ember logo displayed on a vintage-style camera illustration

Since you’ve wandered this far, I’d love to share a little more of my story...

 

I’m Kelly, the heart behind barefoot+ember. This little dream of mine was born from my love of storytelling and memory-keeping. It’s my way of holding onto the raw, the real, and the beautifully honest moments that make up our lives

 

I love hearing people’s stories, finding out what lights them up, and noticing the little embers that make each one unique

+ the heart behind

         barefoot+

ember

For me, photography has never been about stiff poses or picture-perfect smiles. It’s about the way you laugh when no one else is watching, the quiet glance that speaks louder than words, the touch that lingers long after the moment has passed

 

I’ll gently guide you when needed, but mostly I let things unfold naturally, because that’s where the real magic lives. My goal is always the same: to capture how it felt in that moment. The warmth, the energy, the emotion. Little fragments of time that turn into memories you’ll hold onto forever

the truth is...

+ WHY PHOTOGRAPHY?

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Kelly smiling during a branding photoshoot, holding her camera and embodying the heart behind Barefoot Ember

+ ‘BARE’ means real and unfiltered. ‘EMBER’ is the quiet glow that lingers long after the fire fades, like the emotions that stay with you long after the moment has passed. Together, barefoot+ember is about honesty, warmth, and the stories that leave something behind

Partner in crime, travel buddy, and my fav human. 14 years together, 5 married and I still can’t believe he picked me 🧡 Kyle

I love romance novels, fantasy and anything that is a genuine good read. I am even writing my own book!

+ PARTNER IN CRIME...

+ bookworm vibes...

I love building LEGO and wood models, I am a puzzle enthusiast, and proud Hufflepuff at heart

I daydream about a lot of things but mostly; house building (love Interior Design), new photo spots and holidays (travel bug here)

+ DAYDREAMING...

+ NERDY OBSESSION...

Besides my hunk of a hubby, my biggest crush is mini Highland Cows!! As soon as I'm allowed, I'm getting one!

My little shadow is an 11 year old Maltese Shih-Tzu, named Willow who looks like a cute little teddy bear 🐾

+ MY LITTLE SHADOW...

+ COW CRUSH...

the fun stuff

+ ALL THE DETAILS

Kelly walking toward Château de Chambord in France during her European photography travels
Kelly receiving a toy car from her nephew during a branding photoshoot, a playful behind-the-scenes moment
Kelly and her husband Kyle smiling together while travelling overseas
Kelly standing near the Glenfinnan Viaduct in Scotland, camera in hand and heart full of wonder

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Close-up of Kelly’s dog Willow looking off to the side in black and white

+ ready to share your story with me?

BECAUSE KNOWING YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER IS PART OF THE STORY

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