Miranda Hertel Photography

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5.0

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Miranda and Kelsey were the bomb!!! After our initial phone call, Miranda basically had planned out the entire wedding day from the photography POV in 15 minutes. She was so quick and knew her stuff that I was instantly put at ease and trusted her experience. After our engagement session with Miranda and Kelsey, my husband and I walked away so relieved and happy that we had booked them for our wedding. They knew all the poses to suggest and made it so easy. We knew it would be a breeze on the wedding day for us and everyone involved- and it was. Miranda and Kelsey are so easy and fun to have around, yet good at keeping things efficient and giving directions. Our pictures turned out BEAUTIFULLY - do not hesitate to book them for your wedding or event!!!

Olivia S.

5.0

I don't have enough words to describe how wonderful Miranda and her team are. They are professional, timely, and just HILARIOUS. So fun and easy to work with, truly the best decision I made was choosing Miranda and her team. We had a medical emergency during my ceremony that could have completely thrown off the night but Miranda and her team kept me sane and were so efficient at ensuring as many moments could be captured as possible even with the time constraint. (One of her assistants even stepped in to help with the medical emergency, how awesome???) If you are in between photographers, Miranda is 100% the best option out there. Not only will she take the most BEAUTIFUL pictures, but she will ensure that you have the best wedding day. I couldn't be happier with Miranda and her team and HIGHLY recommend!!!!

Marissa K.

5.0

Miranda Hertel

LEAD SHOOTER & FOUNDER

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Miranda Hertel Photography is a full-time wedding and portrait photographer based in Cincinnati, OH, known for her vibrant personality and signature editing style. She’s passionate about capturing authentic moments and making you and your partner feel confident, radiant, and fully present on your wedding day. If you love true-to-life colors with a touch of warmth and contrast, Miranda is the perfect fit. She thrives on building meaningful relationships with her clients, often becoming the photographer for every milestone—from engagements to anniversaries and beyond. To ensure a personal connection, Miranda offers an initial consultation to get to know you and your loved one on a deeper level before the big day. Miranda offers four thoughtfully designed wedding packages, each including a complimentary engagement session, a second shooter, full printing rights, and a private online gallery. Sneak peeks of your wedding are shared on social media within 72 hours so you can relive the magic almost instantly. She is available for both domestic and international travel, ready to capture your celebration wherever life takes you.

Woman-owned Business

10+ years in business

Speaks English

Small team (2-10 members)

Details

Destination Weddings

Destination Wedding Packages

Photo Shoot Types

Boudoir

Bridal Portraits

Day After Session

Engagement

Photo & Video

Digital Files

Photo

Printed Enlargements

Second Shooter Available

Social Media Sharing

Wedding Albums

Photo & Video Styles

Classic

Documentary

Lifestyle

Wedding Activities

Getting Engaged

Rehearsals & Parties

After Party

Wedding

After Party

Awards and Affiliations

2-Time 'Best of Weddings'

2026.2025.

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Meet the team

Miranda Hertel
Lead Shooter & Founder
Hello there! I'm married to my amazing husband, Adam and a proud boy mama to the sweetest 2 little boys. I was born and raised here in Cincinnati, Ohio. I absolutely love everything about the Queen City. I also love to travel and to do destination weddings as well as local weddings! I have been a Full time photographer since 2020 and Part time photographer since 2015.
Kelsey
Associate Shooter/ Second Shooter/ Assistant
Kelsey has been with the team for 2 years now. She began with assisting Miranda with her mini sessions and over time, Miranda has taught her everything about the camera and the business. Kelsey does shoots when Miranda is already booked, Second shoots weddings, and assists from time to time!

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Reviewers rave about the photographers' professionalism, energy, and ability to put couples at ease, producing gorgeous, timely images with very fast turnaround. They praised clear communication, helpful day-of coordination, flexibility during delays or emergencies, and great work with kids and pets. Many highly recommend them for weddings and other shoots.

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Olivia S

8/13/2026

Miranda and Kelsey were the bomb!!! After our initial phone call, Miranda basically had planned out the entire wedding day from the photography POV in 15 minutes. She was so quick ...

and knew her stuff that I was instantly put at ease and trusted her experience. After our engagement session with Miranda and Kelsey, my husband and I walked away so relieved and happy that we had booked them for our wedding. They knew all the poses to suggest and made it so easy. We knew it would be a breeze on the wedding day for us and everyone involved- and it was. Miranda and Kelsey are so easy and fun to have around, yet good at keeping things efficient and giving directions. Our pictures turned out BEAUTIFULLY - do not hesitate to book them for your wedding or event!!!

Marissa K

7/21/2026

I don't have enough words to describe how wonderful Miranda and her team are. They are professional, timely, and just HILARIOUS. So fun and easy to work with, truly the best decisi...

on I made was choosing Miranda and her team. We had a medical emergency during my ceremony that could have completely thrown off the night but Miranda and her team kept me sane and were so efficient at ensuring as many moments could be captured as possible even with the time constraint. (One of her assistants even stepped in to help with the medical emergency, how awesome???) If you are in between photographers, Miranda is 100% the best option out there. Not only will she take the most BEAUTIFUL pictures, but she will ensure that you have the best wedding day. I couldn't be happier with Miranda and her team and HIGHLY recommend!!!!

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Katie S

5/31/2026

HIRE MIRANDA. I cannot tell you how much I LOVE Miranda. She wasn’t just a photographer, she became a friend. We laughed, we cried, we joked, she takes the best pictures, she is a ...

very fast shot, she will absolutely tell you the little things like hand here, thumb out, fix your hair here, this lighting sucks, nah that’s not cute and doesn’t work 😂 She makes sure to get you the best photos possible. I cannot express how much Miranda added to the vibes of the wedding in all the best ways. She truly became my friend after our wedding ♥️

Ellen G

12/14/2025

Miranda and Kelsey were more than we could've hoped for on our wedding weekend! They were so kind, creative, flexible and down to earth. When we were stressed about being late - ...

no problem, they came up with a solution. When the weather didn't participate with our plans - no problem, they scouted out a beautiful alternative. They also were very patient with our pets to make sure they were included in some photos. They were always very communicative and responsive to our needs. On top of that, our photos were GORGEOUS. Just gorgeous. I've already made photo books, photo walls, social media posts, etc. The quality, lighting and editing was simply fantastic. We're so grateful for Miranda and Kelsey and can't wait to work with them again throughout our marriage with family photos. Book them now!

Abby C

12/12/2025

Miranda and Kelsey were amazing at our wedding!! They really were so helpful beyond even just taking photos in helping our day run smoothly. The photos themselves turned out amazin...

g and we are so happy with them! Miranda was very easy to work with and I would highly recommend her!

Sara B

12/10/2025

I don’t have enough good things to say about Miranda. She was so easy and laid back to work with, and was an absolute hit with my daughter. She nailed exactly what I was wanting wi...

th my wedding photos. Our families thought she was amazing as well. I will be using her for all photos in the future!

Marie D

12/10/2025

Miranda & her team are the very best. Her & Kelsey did my graduation photos (ended up being my proposal), engagement shoot, rehearsal dinner, and wedding (Her & her team). They sty...

le you, make sure everyone’s hair/accessories are perfect, and create the most fun environment when doing a shoot. They ensure all shots that you want have been captured prior to moving to a different background or ending the session. Every session has been so much fun with them. AND their turn around time!!! WOW - Within 48 hours after my wedding, I had already received ~20 photos from my wedding. They work tirelessly to ensure their clients are happy. I am so grateful to have found them. I cannot recommend them enough for any & all events! 100000000/10

Devon J

12/10/2025

I can't say enough great things about Miranda! She truly knocked it out of the park! Our photos turned out beautifully!! They look so amazing, one of the best decisions we made! Sh...

e was wonderful, so responsive and professional during the planning process! So easy to talk to and made us feel so comfortable! She and her team were amazing on the day of, keeping us on track with timeline, poses & she made everything so fun!! Her energy, expertise, and skillset is truly unmatched! I cannot recommend Miranda Hertel Photography enough!

Sarah O

11/16/2025

Miranda and her assistant Kelsey did our wedding photos on October 25th 2025 and it was absolutely everything AND MORE! They made us feel so comfortable and essentially also served...

as additional coordinators for our day! They were extremely helpful with anything we needed. Miranda's editing and talent is perfection! We have so far received our sneak peeks, but are on the edge of our seat with excitement to see everything. Highly recommend to anyone searching for not only a wedding photographer, but for any photos someone may need. Miranda is the BEST!

Rachel B

10/20/2025

Miranda and Kelsey are a dream team! They made our wedding day and the months/weeks/days leading to the wedding seamless and calm. They took a lot of stress out of the wedding for ...

us and came through with the most beautiful pictures. Miranda was easy to stay in contact with and always answered any questions we had. Miranda and Kelsey are both so fun and they really felt like a part of the family for the day! I would recommend Miranda Hertel Photography to all of my family and friends!

Breann W

7/23/2025

Miranda was wonderful to work with! She felt like a friend on our wedding day and Kelsey was wonderful too. They are a great team, listened to what was most important to us and cap...

tured some stunning pictures for our sneak peek that were posted on her instagram and Facebook the same weekend as the wedding! Amazing! The pictures speak for themselves. So much fun too! She is great at taking charge when needed, and also capturing the details of the moment too.

Catherine T

4/23/2025

Miranda and Kelsey were the absolute highlight of my day!!! Our wedding was at Disney World so we flew them in from Ohio and I am SO glad we did. They were there every step of the ...

way from the rehearsal to the end of the reception and I absolutely cannot say enough positive things about these ladies! My husband and I are not one’s to be in the spotlight every chance we get, but Miranda and Kelsey really made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. They told us exactly what to do to get the shot, and we just got our album back and the photos are absolutely BEAUTIFUL! On top of that, Miranda was unafraid to step in and stand up to the Disney employees when they needed to. I didn’t know about this until after-the-fact, but apparently the Disney employees there with us tried to tell Miranda that we didn’t have enough time for family photos after the ceremony. Miranda immediately said ABSOLUTELY NOT we are getting these photos. So we did, thank goodness! Miranda and Kelsey were professional, personable, and made us feel so comfortable. If you have a chance to hire Miranda Hertel Photography LLC, DO IT!!!

Megan T

4/17/2025

Miranda was EXCELLENT to work with! From our engagement shoot to the photos on the big day, everything ran so smoothly and she captured the most beautiful moments. It was so easy t...

o set up our planning meeting and engagement shoot. We were late to the venue on our wedding day and Miranda helped us not feel rushed and was still able to capture all of the photos we planned for before the ceremony. We HIGHLY recommend booking with Miranda Hertel Photography for any event/shoot you need! We will certainly be using her for all future photography as well!

Megan R

3/29/2025

Miranda is THE BEST!! She knows her stuff and is on top of everything! She made sure we got all of the shots we wanted. She posed us and my giant family very efficiently. She is so...

kind and fun to be around. Her assistant Kelsey is also great and they make a great team!

Response from Miranda Hertel Photography on 03/31/2025

Thank you SO much Megan!!!!!! <3

Paige E

2/13/2025

Not only is Miranda super professional, she’s also so much fun to work with. On such a special day she made sure to go above and beyond what I ever could have expected. Not only di...

d she capture every imagine I wanted she also captured moments I wouldn’t have thought about. She even suggested photo roulette so that we could have fun with getting pictures with all of our guests (HIGHLY RECOMMEND DOING THIS). I got my sneak peak less than 2 days after my wedding and got the entire album back so fast! I couldn’t refer Miranda enough. She is so much fun to work with and brings so much positive energy to such a special day! If I had to do the day over, I would still choose Miranda to be my photographer!

Brittany R

2/09/2025

Miranda and Kelsey are the best. Miranda did our engagement photos, as well as family photos (Christmas and halloween), my boudoir photos, my husbands boudoir? Ish photos 😂 & our ...

wedding. Kelsey was present for all as well and was a perfect second shooter. Every photo we’ve received from Miranda is top tier and she’s a true gem.

Katie W

10/20/2024

Miranda and Kelsey are literally the best!! They traveled for our wedding to South Carolina, then did our wedding at home!!! They are the easiest people to work with, they show not...

hing but respect!! We love them!!!!

Angela R

4/18/2024

Miranda is the absolute best! She captured us on the day we got eloped, and now our reception! Her and her team were amazing to work with at our reception, and got our best moments...

in camera! We’re absolutely smitten with her talent and style, and we can’t wait to team up with her again in the future!

Kelsey D

1/29/2024

Miranda has been taking our photos for a few years now, and she photographed our wedding and we can’t explain how AMAZING she was to work with! Throughout the entire planning proce...

ss she went above and beyond with communication, she offered wonderful suggestions, and really listened to what was important to us. The day of the wedding she was fantastic, not one detail was overlooked and multiple people said to us “your photographer was everywhere”, she really captured everything! The m photos are absolutely STUNNING!!! We can’t recommend her enough, she is the perfect person to capture any occasion!

Oriel M

1/26/2024

Working with Miranda for my wedding was one of the best choices I made for our big day. She was extremely organized and captured every moment and more than I asked her for. Not to ...

mention my photos came back outstanding better than I ever thought possible. Her team was incredibly kind and took such great care of me, making sure my dress was fluffed and everything was in place for the perfect photos. Miranda and her team blew me away by how much they cared about me to make my day feel calm, beautiful and on track.

Kelsey B

1/25/2024

10/10 recommend Miranda. She is the best! She is there for you! 100% of the time. She always has a smile on her face. Creates memories that last a lifetime. Have crazy kids that yo...

u don’t think will cooperate? She’ll get the candid ones that are amazing. Have a vision. She’ll fulfill it!

Hailey U

1/25/2024

Miranda is the absolute best! She captured every detail of our day beautifully! I loved that she helped create a day of timeline a few weeks before the wedding day. I felt that thi...

s was super helpful with making sure the day flowed well and we got all the pictures we were hoping for. We even had multiple guests comment on how impressed they were with her professionalism! Another thing I loved was how fast we got our edited album returned. She by far had the quickest turn around time out of everyone we had got a quote from. Miranda is also just a super sweet, easy going person who is fun to be around! We will continue to use her for all photography needs in the future!

Brittany R

1/25/2024

There are no words to truly describe how wonderful Miranda is! We have used her for our engagement photos, Christmas minis, and now our wedding and she has killed it every single t...

ime! We have loved every single photo, plus she is amazing to work with and makes your session so fun! The first time I left our first session with her, I knew I would want to work with Miranda for all our big life moments going forward! Miranda has incredible communication and fast response time, plus her turn around time for sessions is one of the fastest I have heard of! If you are looking for a photographer, whether it's for family photos, engagement or wedding- Miranda is your girl!

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Blue Ash, Ohio, Cincinnati, OH

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(513) 835-1958

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