Hello, I am Kelly Germaine Root, a photographer for hire located in the Detroit area. I love rescue dogs, the great lakes, kayaks, tiki bars, and spending time with my family.

My style is innately documentary based. This comes from a knack for composing environmental portraits, a keen eye for detail, and probably also influenced by my work as a forensic photographer. I enjoy creating images of portraits, details, and landscapes. Then arranging them to tell a story and give a real feeling for the atmosphere and sense of place. What story do I want to tell? What pieces do I choose? How do I make sense of it? Those are the questions I'm always asking as a photographer.

I received my BFA in Photography from the College for Creative Studies in 2000, taught darkroom photography at Oakland Community College for ten years, and have worked as a freelance photographer and forensic photographer for 20+ years. I am available for family portraiture, event photography, business promo, and commissioned fine art projects.

Contact me for current pricing info, special packages or a custom quote.