West Michigan Lifestyle Photography Experience | Lexie Marie Photography

Lifestyle photography is about more than just smiling at the camera. It’s about documenting the real moments — the laughter, the chaos, the quiet cuddles, and the little details that make your family uniquely yours.

At Lexie Marie Photography, lifestyle sessions are designed to feel natural, relaxed, and meaningful so that your photos reflect the real story of this season of life.

Lifestyle photography focuses on authentic moments rather than perfectly posed portraits. Instead of stiff posing, the goal is to capture connection, emotion, and the in-between moments that make life beautiful.

The approach blends light guidance with candid storytelling: giving direction when needed while allowing genuine moments to unfold naturally. This balance helps create photos that feel timeless and true to life.

For families, that might look like:

  • Kids running through a field at sunset

  • Parents cuddling their newborn on the couch

  • A toddler’s belly laugh during tickle time

  • A quiet moment of connection between siblings

These are the memories that deserve to be preserved.

What is Lifestyle Photography?

Your session with Lexie Marie Photography begins long before the camera comes out. The experience is designed to be simple, enjoyable, and personalized so you can focus on being present with your family.

  • Step One: Booking Your Session

    Once you inquire, you’ll receive information about available dates, session types, and helpful resources to prepare. After booking, you’ll also receive a lifestyle questionnaire so I can learn more about your family and what moments matter most to you.

  • Step Two: Planning Your Session

    Together we’ll choose the perfect location for your session. Whether that’s:

    A West Michigan beach at sunset

    A wildflower field or lavender farm

    Your cozy home for an in-home lifestyle session

    A favorite park where your family loves to play

    I’ll also help with outfit guidance to ensure your photos feel cohesive and timeless.

  • Step Three: The Session Itself

    During your session, the focus is connection, not perfection.

    You won’t be expected to stand still and smile the whole time. Instead, I’ll guide you through natural prompts and gentle direction so your family can interact and enjoy the moment.

    The best photos often happen when you forget the camera is even there.

  • Step Four: After Your Session

    Within a few days, you’ll receive a sneak peek of your images. Your full gallery will then be delivered through a beautiful online gallery where you can:

    Download your images

    Share with family and friends

    Order professional prints and albums

    Your memories deserve to be preserved in a way that lasts.

What Makes Lexie Marie Photography Different

When you book a lifestyle session with Lexie Marie Photography, you’re not just getting photos, you’re getting an experience rooted in storytelling and connection.

My goal is for you to look back at your gallery and remember not only how everything looked, but how it felt in that moment. The love, the energy, the laughter, and the little details that make your family yours.

These images are meant to live beyond social media, framed on your walls, printed in albums, and passed down through generations.

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FAQs

Lifestyle sessions can take place in a variety of locations depending on the look and feel you want for your photos. Popular options include:

  • In your home for cozy, intimate moments

  • West Michigan beaches at sunset

  • Open fields or nature trails

  • Parks or meaningful family locations

  • Downtown or urban settings

I’m always happy to help recommend locations that photograph beautifully.

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Where do lifestyle sessions take place?

Once your session is booked, you’ll receive a styling guide to help you plan outfits that photograph well together.

A few general tips:

  • Choose soft, neutral, or earthy tones

  • Avoid busy patterns or large logos

  • Coordinate colors rather than matching exactly

  • Dress comfortably so you can move and interact naturally

If you’re unsure about outfits, I’m always happy to help you decide!

What should we wear for our session?

Lifestyle sessions tend to book quickly, especially during peak seasons like spring, summer, and fall in West Michigan. I recommend booking at least 1–3 months in advance to secure your preferred date.

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How far in advance should we book?

If your session is outdoors and the weather doesn’t cooperate, we will reschedule for the next available date that works for everyone. Your experience and photos are important to me, and I want to make sure conditions are just right.

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What if the weather is bad?

Working with Lexie has been great! She sends a survey before every session to gather your goals for the shoot, add details about your family and get tips for helping kids through it. We've had multiple sessions and are scheduled for more :)



— Ashley M.