Welcome to Simply Put Studios, where I help transform your passion into captivating visuals.

Hi! I'm Michele, the visionary founder behind Simply Put Studios. With over 25 years of experience in the dynamic world of wedding & family photography, I initially retired from my photography career, handing the reins of Captured Forever Photography to my oldest daughter, never expecting to return to the art I loved. I never actually put down the camera down, but I did learn to use it in a different way.

At the outset, I embarked on a fresh venture, teaming up with my husband to manage a heating and air conditioning business for a solid 12 years. This experience revealed an entirely new facet of entrepreneurship and the unwavering self-assurance required for thriving as business proprietors. I came to realize the paramount significance of corporate identity and branding.

The turning point arrived when our business faced challenges and eventually, we closed its doors. It was in this moment of transition and reflection that I began to write my own life story.

Literally. It began with facing failure in the face via the medium of writing a memoir and as the chaos of my past transformed into an ordered narrative, I gained fresh perspectives not only on my own life but also on the incredible power of storytelling.

Of course, it was only natural to photograph the writers whom I had relationships with… it was then that I fell in LOVE with working with creatives.

And now, I am bringing my passion for storytelling into business!

"Inside each of us is a natural-born storyteller, waiting to be released." - Robin Moore

This quote encapsulates my belief in the untapped creative potential within every individual. My journey is a testament to the idea that our life experiences can lead us to unexpected and fulfilling paths, whether in photography, small business, or writing!