Storytelling is my passion. Through my own creative words and eye for detail, I capture a narrative of romance, friendship, and new beginnings for all my couples.
My name is Taliya Michelle (Like Leah with a "Tuh" in front), and I am the photographer behind TM Grey Photo. I've been capturing smiles since 2013, and I've been capturing love stories since 2015.
I've loved storytelling for as long as I can remember. When I was about 3 or 4, I actually wrote a little book and drew the photos myself. I even stapled the edges to complete the whole book concept. It totally would have won a Pulitzer prize had it not been plagiarism of the Three Little Pigs and also done by a toddler.
On top of being an unpublished author, I've had a camera in my hands from a very early age. My first camera was, in fact, a Barbie film camera that also came with the doll (yes, she got a little camera, too). I have my parents to thank for that. My parents used to own their own studio called Infinity Photography. They had a film studio for decades when they moved to central Pennsylvania. They closed the business when I was a kid, but I have several boxes of childhood photos of just me (not including my many siblings), so I was always in front of the camera.
Now from behind the camera, it's my chance to do what they did and capture the memories people make celebrating the best day of their lives. Every love story is different and unique.
Part of my wedding packages includes an engagement session. These are my favorites outside of a wedding day because I get to know couples and see their dynamics.
Below are my favorites from Tina & Ben's engagement session in August of 2022. Tina is a friend of mine, but I never really spent time with just her and Ben. Oh, and we cannot forget their precious baby, Willow. I love watching how they each show affection for one another and hearing them laugh when I ask them to do silly stuff.
After seeing so many adorable pictures of her online, meeting their dog, Willow, was amazing. She is such a sweet girl. I love when my clients bring their pets to sessions. Moments with your fur babies should always be captured.
After the first half of the session, which is always the more casual outfit, we headed to Dixon Meadow Preserve in their formal attire. We popped champagne and enjoyed the beautiful views of the White Marsh Preserve.
If you loved this session as much as I have, then let's chat today about what TM Grey Photo can do for you. Outside of weddings, I also capture couples, engagements, proposals, headshots, and general portraiture. Email me at smile@tmgreyphoto.com today.