Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Portraits As Art | Kelly Miranda Photography
As the owner of Kelly Miranda Photography, I have dedicated over a decade to capturing life's most meaningful moments through the art of photography. My journey began in 2010 when I opened my portrait business while pursuing a photography degree in Austin, TX, which I completed in 2012. Specializing in maternity, newborn, family, and wedding photography, I combine technical expertise with a heartfelt approach to preserve authentic emotions and connections. My work extends beyond sessions, as I prioritize educating clients on the enduring value of printed art and curating personalized experiences from wardrobe guidance to location selection.Based in Durango, CO, I serve clients across Southwest Colorado and Northern New Mexico, leveraging both my 2,400 sq ft studio and the region's natural beauty to create timeless imagery. Certified in newborn safety and equipped with professional-grade gear, I ensure every session meets the highest standards of quality and creativity.
Services
Maternity Photography
Newborn Portraits
Family Sessions
Wedding Coverage
Professional Headshots
Senior Portraits
Pet Photography
Elopement Services
Printed Art Products
Outdoor Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- 12+ years of experience in family and newborn photography
- Personalized sessions with wardrobe and location guidance
- Specialized in printed artwork for generational preservation
- Access to curated outdoor locations across Southwest Colorado
- Certified in newborn safety and professional posing techniques
What people say
Beautiful moments
Perfectly captured
Patient with kids
Stress-free experience
Stunning wall art
Services
Maternity Photography
Document your pregnancy journey with artistic maternity sessions that celebrate your changing body and growing family. Sessions include wardrobe guidance, studio or outdoor options, and access to maternity gowns. Our professional lighting and posing techniques ensure flattering, timeless images that capture the emotional depth of this special chapter in your life.
Newborn Portraits
Safely capture your newborn's earliest days with our specialized newborn photography services. Certified in newborn posing and safety, we create cozy, prop-filled scenes in-studio or on-location. Sessions include parent involvement options and focus on natural expressions, ensuring you preserve delicate details like tiny fingers and peaceful sleeps that fade quickly in infancy.
Family Sessions
Create lasting family memories with coordinated portrait sessions for households of all sizes. We specialize in engaging children through playful techniques while maintaining compositional integrity. Services include location scouting, outfit coordination, and multi-generational posing to ensure everyone appears relaxed and connected in your final artwork.
Wedding Coverage
Document your wedding day with comprehensive coverage from intimate elopements to large venue celebrations. With 14+ years of experience, we capture candid moments and formal portraits across Durango venues like Purgatory Resort and Riverbend Ranch. Services include timeline coordination, second shooter options, and heirloom album creation for lasting preservation.
Professional Headshots
Elevate your professional image with tailored headshot sessions designed for business and personal branding. Available in-studio or on-location, we focus on your unique personality through lighting and composition adjustments. Services include background options, wardrobe consultation, and retouching to create polished images suitable for websites, LinkedIn profiles, and marketing materials.
People
Kelly Miranda
Owner & Lead Photographer
Durango-based photographer with 12+ years experience in family and newborn photography. Holds photography degree from Austin, TX (2012). Specializes in printed artwork preservation and outdoor sessions. Certified in newborn safety protocols and professional posing techniques.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialize in maternity, newborn, family, senior, pet, and wedding photography. Additional services include professional headshots and elopement coverage across Southwest Colorado.
Why should I choose printed photographs over digital files?
Printed artwork preserves memories permanently through archival materials. Digital formats risk obsolescence, while physical prints and albums become tangible heirlooms passed through generations.
How does the session planning process work?
After booking, we provide location guides, wardrobe coordination, and timeline planning. Sessions include 60-minute ordering appointments to select prints and products for display or gifting.
Do you photograph outside Durango?
Yes, we serve Pagosa Springs, Telluride, Cortez, and surrounding Colorado areas, plus Farmington, Aztec, and Bloomfield, New Mexico with advance planning.
Are payment plans available?
We accept full payment at ordering time but offer flexible product selection to accommodate different budgets. Payment methods include credit cards and bank transfers.
How do you handle difficult weather conditions?
We monitor forecasts closely and maintain indoor studio capabilities. For outdoor sessions, we reschedule if severe weather threatens safety or image quality expectations.
