Kelly Phillips Photography LLC

05/28/2026

Zero regrets. All the cake. 🎉 This little man came to PARTY for his first birthday and did not disappoint. Those chunky little frosting-covered toes?? I cannot. 😭🤍

05/28/2026

After an afternoon downpour, the clouds parted and gave us this. ✨

This beautiful family gathered at Primland Resort in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Meadows of Dan, Virginia — three generations, all those little ones, and the most beautiful post-storm light. That fresh, clear air and those glowing mountain views were absolutely worth the wait.

There is something so special about extended family sessions — the chaos, the laughter, the grandparents watching their people all together. This family was pure joy from start to finish.

05/24/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, we pause. 🇺🇸

Not just for the gatherings and the long weekend — but to truly remember those who gave everything so we could keep living these ordinary, precious days.

The laughter around a backyard table. The kids running barefoot in the grass. The quiet moments between the people you love most. These are the moments worth preserving — the ones that feel fleeting but mean everything.

Today I'm thinking about the families who keep their loved ones close through photographs on the mantle, through stories told again and again, through a love that doesn't fade with time.

To every person who served, and to the families who carry their memory — thank you. From the bottom of my heart.

Wishing you all a meaningful, peaceful Memorial Day. 🤍
— Kelly

05/22/2026

05/18/2026

Some evenings are just made to be remembered. 🌅

Last night on the Blue Ridge Parkway, with a warm Virginia breeze rolling in and the sky doing things that honestly felt unfair to the rest of us — two people stood together and chose each other. I had the honor of being there for every second of it.

There's something about an elopement that strips everything down to what actually matters. No distractions. Just the two of them, the light, and a moment that belongs entirely to them.
And then... we had a visitor.

When you show up to your elopement in blue satin heels and look this gorgeous, apparently the universe decides to send you a real-life Disney princess moment — and honestly? We were all here for it. 🦌

These are just a few of the images from an evening I won't forget anytime soon. Grateful doesn't even begin to cover it.

💙 Blue Ridge Parkway | Virginia Elopement Photographer

05/15/2026

That Friday afternoon feeling when you check the mail and find one of your images on a regional mailer! So grateful to continue to work with Parmer and Sons! Check them out if you haven’t yet.

Love my commercial branding clients so much! Helping another business tell their story is one of my favorite things!

05/09/2026

Who is she?
She's the safe place. The warm hug. The snuggle at the end of the long, hard day. She's the one who loved you before you even knew your own name — who counts tiny fingers and wipes little tears and sacrifices more than she'll ever say, just to make sure her babies are okay.
She is everything.
And most of the time? She's the one behind the camera — capturing every moment, missing from every frame.
This Mother's Day, give her the gift she actually wants: to be in the picture. To be seen with her children in a season that moves so fast it almost takes your breath away.
These babies won't be this small again. This version of your family only exists right now.
📸 Half-Hour Family Session — $165
🎁 Digital gift certificates available immediately — yes, even if you're reading this on Sunday morning.
DM me to grab yours today.
Happy Mother's Day to every mom doing the most important work there is. 🤍

05/06/2026

There is just something so special about getting to walk alongside families through that entire first year. From those sleepy newborn snuggles, to gummy little grins at milestone sessions, all the way to messy cake smash celebrations… getting to watch these babies grow is one of my absolute favorite parts of what I do. 🥹
Sweet little miss came to see me for her 3 month Milestone Memories session today, and oh my goodness… that precious smile completely stole my heart. She was full of personality, the sweetest expressions, and those bright little eyes that seem to say so much already.
One minute I’m photographing them curled up tiny in my newborn studio, and before I know it, they’re smiling, sitting, crawling, and smashing cake. It goes so incredibly fast, and I’m always so honored when families trust me to help preserve these moments along the way. 💕
I already can’t wait to see how much she’s grown at her next milestone session!

05/06/2026

✨ Small Business Week Spotlight ✨
Today I’m celebrating my friends over at R&D Floral 🌿

Rebecca and Dulaney are truly something special. I’ve known them for several years now, and getting to photograph their headshots was such a fun experience—these two bring so much heart and creativity into everything they do.

What I love most about their business is how intentional it is. They grow their own flowers right here in Floyd and transform them into beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces—earrings, keepsakes, home goods… all preserving a little piece of nature that would otherwise fade away.

It’s not just floral design—it’s storytelling, sustainability, and artistry all wrapped into one.

If you haven’t checked them out yet, you absolutely should. Go give their page some love, follow along, and support a business that is rooted right here in our community and doing things in such a meaningful way.

💛 Shop small. Support local. Celebrate the people behind the work.

05/05/2026

Small Business Week feels like the perfect time to shine a light on some of the incredible businesses right here in Floyd… and today I have to give a big shoutout to Dynasty Branding.

If you’ve ever driven around Floyd and noticed bold signage, clean branding, or a vehicle wrap that just hits—there’s a really good chance Lacey had something to do with it.

Dynasty Branding isn’t just about logos… they’re building full brand experiences—from strategy and messaging to signage, web design, and promotional materials that actually connect with people and help businesses grow.

And the best part? It’s all done right here in our community.

I’ve personally worked with Lacey on multiple projects—banners, window vinyl, and of course my car graphics (which I still get compliments on all the time 🙌)—and she is truly amazing to work with. Thoughtful, creative, and the kind of person who just gets it without you having to over-explain.

She brings years of experience, but also that small-town care and attention that makes a huge difference when you’re building something meaningful.

If you’re a local business owner and you’ve been piecing your branding together… or you know it’s time for an upgrade… go talk to Lacey. Seriously.

Small businesses supporting small businesses—that’s how we all grow 🤍