Xo,Michelle Gilley



Hi, I’m Michelle! I’m a wife, mom of two, and a lover of Target hauls, Sephora treats, and a good caffeine fix. I’m at my happiest chasing sunsets, and summer is when I thrive most—especially with my favorite trips, like a weekend in Lake George. If I’m not cheering at a sports field or a cheer competition, you’ll find me making a fun Reel or TikTok.

But beyond the fun, I know how fleeting these moments are. I lost my mom when I was young, and the few photos I have are priceless. That’s why I created Michelle Faye Photography: to ensure families never miss out.

I believe beautiful, high-end photography should be accessible to every family. And when I’m turning my home into a weekend studio—thanks to my supportive family letting me kick them out—I’m making sure you have these chapters preserved. The ordinary moments now are the ones you’ll treasure later—and that’s why I do this.







Let's Document this season of life

long island based growing family photographer

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I will absolutely say I’m running in for one thing and somehow come out with a full Sephora haul. I love makeup, trying new products, and anything that feels a little self-care-ish — it’s my reset button after busy shooting weeks.





Sephora runs & shopping trips

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You can find me...

When i'm not shooting,

Romanticizing my couch time

Mom life (loud, messy, my favorite)

 After long days of shooting and editing, you’ll find me in comfy clothes on the couch with a comfort show or movie on and my laptop nearby “answering one last email.” I call it relaxing-my family disagrees.




 My house is full of kids, snacks being requested constantly, and schedules everywhere — and honestly that’s exactly why I care so much about photographing families. I’m living these fleeting stages right alongside you.




Let’s document this 

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in a way that feels true to your family

rachel d

"Every photo shoot with Michelle has felt meaningful and personal. She has a wonderful way of making you feel like family, and she’s truly amazing with children"

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nicole l

"My overall experience with Michelle photography has been nothing but short of amazing! The sessions are timed out perfectly, you capture all the right shots, you make your clients, especially my husband, and my daughter feel very comfortable in front of the camera"

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elizabeth b

Captured important & precious memories but at affordable prices. Made my kids feel like they were having fun instead of "posing"

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vanessa f

I"t's always a positive experience, the kids love her and she makes you feel like friends in 2 seconds because she makes you feel very comfortable "

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Let’s make this chapter one you’ll always have.

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