About Beck Photo Co
2006
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Kristen has always believed that the best photographs happen in the spaces between. The exhale before the first dance, the glance across a crowded room, the quiet moment nobody planned. For nearly two decades, she has built a career around finding those moments and making sure they last.
And she would tell you the secret to documenting stories in this way is simple. When people feel comfortable, the real moments happen. Kristen has a gift for that. The kind of warmth and easy humor that turns nervous couples into themselves again. By cocktail hour, she's not the photographer in the corner. She's part of the day.
Based in Cleveland and available worldwide, Kristen approaches every celebration with the same calm, unhurried presence she brings to her own life. She won't rush you. She won't over-direct you. She'll simply be there.
Kristen
Owner, Principal Photographer
For those who believe photographs become legacy, storytelling is an act of preservation.
This is my life's work.
Photography has always been in Kristen's blood. Literally. It started with her grandfather, a man who believed nothing worth experiencing should go undocumented. She has film scans from the 1930s of him photographing friends playing baseball in the backyard. Images of his honeymoon with her grandmother in the 1940s. A visual record of an entire life, passed down.
That instinct carried forward. By the time Kristen was in grade school, she was borrowing her parents' camera and dropping rolls of film at CVS (where she'd later work as a teenager). She loved it so much she eventually borrow, an subsequently broke, her parents' good camera. Their response was to buy her the legit camera she ever owned: a Pentax 35mm analog SLR. She used it until it had nothing left to give.
When she launched Beck Photo Co. in 2006, she used the savings bonds her grandfather had given her to buy her first digital camera. A full circle moment, quiet and personal, the kind she now spends her career looking for in other people's lives.
She'd like to think he'd be proud.
The origin story.
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Kristen and her grandfather, 1993 (ish).
Jessica + Dave
She’s creative, talented, incredibly personable, and knows how to wrangle a crowd! She took every photo we wanted and captured so many moments we were unable to see because it was a busy day. What a joy it was to look through our gallery to see how much fun everyone had! We even had guests requesting her information at the wedding - she is that good. Folks kept asking us if we knew her personally because of how comfortable she made us and everyone at the event. She’s magic- highly recommend!
"Kristen was everything you want in a wedding photographer."
Here, we believe photographs become legacy, our approach to weddings extends beyond simply documenting moments. Every decision we make is guided by the understanding that these images will one day hold meaning far beyond the present.
Legacy matters because time moves quickly.
The quiet gestures, fleeting expressions, and subtle connections that define a wedding day are often the moments couples remember most deeply. Our role is to notice and preserve those moments with intention, allowing your story to be experienced not only as it looked, but as it felt.
This perspective shapes how we photograph weddings.
We balance thoughtful direction with quiet observation, offering guidance when needed while allowing space for moments to unfold naturally. The result is imagery that feels refined yet honest, elevated yet deeply personal.
Couples often describe working with us as calm, intuitive, and grounding.
Rather than feeling staged or rushed, you are supported in a way that allows you to remain present, confident, and fully immersed in the experience while we document the narrative as it unfolds.
What does this mean for your experience?
If this resonates with you, you are in the right place.
Kristen picked up her first real camera in high school. Officially for the yearbook, unofficially because she couldn't put it down. She launched Beck Photo Co. in 2006 and shot her first wedding not long after. She's never looked back.
Nearly two decades in, the excitement of a wedding day still hasn't worn off. For Kristen, there's nothing quite like the energy of a room full of people celebrating something that matters; and the knowledge that the photographs she makes will still be pulling those feelings back to the surface twenty, thirty, fifty years from now. That's what keeps her going.
She's a perfectionist in the best sense. Deeply organized, obsessively detail-oriented, and always pushing to grow. Her couples never have to wonder if something is being handled. It is.
When she's not shooting, Kristen is spending time with her family and animals, getting outside whenever possible. She believes her dance moves are killer, but her daughters would strongly disagree.
Kristen
Owner + Principal Photographer
Kristen adjusting a tie and probably saying something moderately funny.
The outpouring of happiness and love on her own wedding day is the reason she decided to become a wedding photographer. The joy and magic that happens at each wedding is something that continually captivates her and fills her heart to the brim! She thinks that the most beautiful and memorable moments on a wedding day come from genuine connections and emotions. She loves to capture the first look as well as the little unseen candid moments throughout the day.
Renee and her husband love spending time outdoors with their pups and visiting new craft breweries. Her husband is an avid golfer and while Renee isn't a big fan of the sport, she really enjoys the chill vibes of driving him all over the course in a golf cart, sipping on ice cold drinks. When the camera is turned towards Renee she transforms into Tyra Banks, so don't let her quiet demeanor fool you.
Renee
Lead + Second Photographer
Junah has been assisting at Beck Photo Co. since 2023. She sets up lighting equipment, fluffs dresses, tosses veils, and offers a helping hand to the photographers and couple. Junah is also learning how to master the art of photography and has a very unique eye for beautiful images. She really enjoys the creative outlet this job allows her and how fun it is to meet a lot of new people.
When Junah is not setting up tripods she enjoys school and sports. She has played school and club volleyball for four years and has traveled all over the state for tournaments as her team's libero. Her mom's nickname for her is Junebug, but don't tell anyone.
Junah
Assistant + Photographer in Training
While she started as strictly a portrait and family photographer, over the last decade she has fallen in love with weddings. Ashley loves the energy and magic of a wedding day when emotions lay bare. For her, following someone's journey is sacred and she loves photographing families as they grow- from engagement to wedding to when they bring home their little ones.
When Ashley is not photographing couples or families she is spending time with her husband and daughter. She loves traveling and exploring the outdoors with her growing family and seeing her little girl smile is her favorite thing in the world. Ashley's secret skill is child + dog whisperer.
Ashley
Lead + Second
Photographer
What started out as a hobby in high school turned into a passion and profession. Oh, and he is married to Jaime- they are our husband and wife video team (which doubles the cuteness factor). Dan loves capturing the big moments, but really revels in documenting the unplanned. for him, weddings are such a beautiful and special moment for a couple and he really wants their film to tell the story of your day. Dan loves creating timeless and elegant wedding films that you will cherish for a lifetime.
In his free time, Dan love spending time with his boys. Cleveland sports is his love language (especially the Guardians). He loves being outside and exploring Northeast Ohio with his boys, rain or shine! He is a recovering emo kid (we have pictures to prove it).
Dan
Lead Videographer
Jaime got started in videography because her husband (our very own Dan- awwww) needed an extra set of hands and Jaime quickly fell in love with being a filmmaker. Jaime is passionate about capturing the authentic and candid moments. Wedding days are her favorite because it is an opportunity to document such an important part of someone's life. Jaime has a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence.
In her free time, Jaime chases around her two little boys who keep her on her toes. Two under three is no joke! She has two huskies that are crazy and sweet at the same time. You'd never guess it, but she has the forearms of a professional baseball player from carrying around the 20-75mm f/2.0 lens.
Jaime
Lead Videographer
Brittany loves documenting weddings because it captures one of the most cherished days in a couple's life. Her passion for storytelling through images and document authentic emotions is what inspires her. For Brittany, witnessing unique love stories makes being a photographer a deeply rewarding experience. The ability to create timeless art that holds profound meaning for the couple and their families is what Brittany loves the most.
Brittany is from Ohio, but lived in San Diego for several years before coming back home. She misses the weather out there, but loves being back around her family. She is married to our other photographer Caleb and together they have one cat. Brittany would never admit it, but she has the best hair out of anyone on the team.
Brittany
Lead + Second Photographer
Caleb loves to capture the magic, emotion, and beauty of a couple’s special day through his lens. He has a blend of technical skill, creativity, and the ability to connect with people. From candid shots to carefully composed portraits, Caleb works tirelessly to document not just the big moments, but also the subtle, intimate details that make each wedding unique. He is dedicated to transforming fleeting moments into timeless memories, allowing couples to relive their love story for years to come.
Caleb is from Ohio, but lived in San Diego while he served in the United States Navy. While in the Navy he was an air rescue swimmer and jumped out of helicopters into the ocean (he is kind of a bad ass). He now lives in Norton with his wife and cat. Together they love being outdoors. Caleb pretends to be shy, but once you get him posing in front of the camera he turns into a male model.
Caleb
Lead + Second Photographer
The Team
"Kristen is the best of the best!"
I can confidently say that our best choice out of the entire wedding planning process was our choice to hire Kristen! She made the entire bridal party + families feel so comfortable and confident which allowed us to have a seamless event & we got some amazing photos as a result! We would choose Kristen over and over again if given the opportunity!
Alexis + Eric
We’ll uncover the beauty in the quiet moments and honor every detail in between.
Photographs are more than keepsakes, they are the artful record of a life beautifully lived. Long after the day has passed, they remain as the tangible pieces of memory, emotion, and meaning. The images we create are not just documentation; they are storytelling. They are your story. And capturing it with care and intention is our honor.
Every detail of your story, beautifully preserved.
For families who believe photographs become legacy.
For those who value emotional depth over trend.
For couples drawn to understated elegance.
