Ruby James Photography

02/28/2026

02/18/2026

Valentines mini’s ❤️

02/05/2026

Another session I haven’t shared ❤️

01/25/2026

An in home intimate Christmas session I forgot to share ❤️ I love going into homes (as long as we’ve got lots of windows and some light 😂😘) just to make it easier on the moms of littles.

I remember hating rushing around, packing the diaper bag, feeling like I’m not put together, grabbing snacks/bottles/clothes, and trying to finish my makeup in the car but didn’t because the baby is crying. It’s so stressful! Then you show up to photos and the kids aren’t cooperating (I expect that so don’t worry, it’s not phasing me!) and you feel like you paid for stress and chaos lol

Family photos don’t have to be so stressful, in fact, these in home ones can be more intimate, less chaotic, and make you feel relaxed. Like you want them to feel for everyone.

If you’re interested in intimate in home sessions please message me!

01/23/2026

Interested in mommy and me sessions?! Im having minis done on April 19th. These will be outdoors.

Ill be sharing fashion finds on my instagram in February for spring family, mommy and me, and milestone sessions. Make sure you follow me at kelli_rjphoto

Please reach out if youre interested! Let’s get you scheduled 🌸🎀💛🪴

01/23/2026

Some moments feel extra sacred to photograph — this was one of them.

Capturing one of my closest friends, and my child’s godmother, in this quiet, intimate in-home ceremony before she heads out of the country to be married, was an honor I don’t take lightly.

Even better, she didn’t even know I was coming 😂❤️ Surprise, I’m here 😘🫶🏼 thanks to her most lovable sister.

While I can’t make it to the destination wedding, being trusted to document this chapter — the emotions, the love, the beginning — means more than I can put into words.

As beautiful as she looked in barely any makeup and a comfy dress, I know she’s going to be looking AMAZING on her big day. Nobody deserved a nice guy more than you my girl and you found one of the sweetest ❤️

These are the moments that remind me why I do what I do. Your big day doesn’t have to be picture perfect. It can be whatever you want it to be. It’s yours to define, and if I’m lucky enough, mine to capture for you 📸

Here’s to love in its realest moments 🫶🏼

12/17/2025

I want to take the time out to stop and say thank you to all the clients I have met and continue to meet!

To the friends who model, the strangers who become friends, old friends I get to see again as they build their family and in their new role as a mom and wife (crying) AND

To the clients who tag me and refer me
To the clients who tip me when they can, even though I NEVER expect you to!
To the clients who understand that I am human
To the clients who choose me again and again
To the clients who show up on time
To the clients who trust my vision
To the clients who hype me up more than I hype myself up
To the clients who send their friends my way
To the clients who let me capture every chapter of their lives

You have no idea how much you keep my little business alive and worthwhile.
You make the LONG editing nights worth it.
You make the early morning sessions worth it.
You make the times I want to quit, slip right out the window.

Thank you for being the clients who treat me like a person and not a product.
Thank you for respecting my time.
Thank you for paying your invoices early.
Thank you for supporting my dream
Thank you for picking me even when your Instagram is full of photographers.
Thank you for believing in the way I see the world.

This is your appreciation post and I am so grateful for you! If you want to follow along, watch for specials and booking dates, or just support me please follow my Ruby James Photography page here!

12/14/2025

The cold weather is making itself comfortable in its typical midwest fashion but that doesn’t mean you can’t get beautiful photos outside or indoors! You can book a session for holiday card images, cozy lifestyle in home sessions, downtown lifestyle sessions, and so much more!

Message me if you’re interested in keeping everyone inside and getting images during the kids school break. A time when your home is beautifully decorated for the holidays and everyone’s around or in town.

12/05/2025

A little more fall family with the cutest family!

I love my colorful and vibrant fall sessions but it’s not the only time you can take photos!

If are interested in a cozy family session in your own space, a spring session in blooming trees and flowers, maternity, milestone, or newborn session, please message me! Let’s find what fits your vibe best!

11/23/2025

The in home, newborn session of my dream! I absolutely loved taking these and feel so grateful Erin chose me to capture them. It means so much to me that you allow me in to meet the most special people in your life and come into your most special place, your home.

I’ve known Erin since high school. She was ALWAYS the prettiest and coolest girl and all of us wanted to be beautiful and cool, just like her.

Not only is she so funny, she’s beautiful and she’s such a good mom.

Thanks for letting me capture your perfect angel girl 🫶🏼🎀✨ I love her.

Interested in a family in home session? Message me! They are perfect for the cold weather sessions and when our homes feel cozy and happy with holiday decor. Don’t forget to follow Ruby James Photography to see more sessions and specials!

11/19/2025

Not me being the worst to post on social these days. Playing catchup and editing my days away over here 😊 This day was cold and rainy but we stayed until we got the ones we wanted and pushed through!

11/08/2025

More fall family 🥹😭🫶🏼🤎 but with a newborn. That’s the BEST part.