The Michigan 10 Cents a Meal Program is a state-funded program that matches what schools spend on Michigan-grown fruits, vegetables, and dry

As a niche farm photographer in Michigan, I'm passionate about documenting the agricultural stories our state has to offer. Over the years,

In the world of farming, adaptability is key, especially in regions like Michigan, where winter can be harsh. That's where Blue Mitten Hydroponic Farm enters the picture. Located in Okemos, Michigan, this independently owned and operated farm has carved a niche for itself as a year-round hydroponic lettuce and microgreens provider in Michigan. This session is part of my ongoing commercial photography project with the Michigan Department of Education and The 10 Cents A Meal f

Discover Detroit's resilient spirit through my lens, capturing its urban transformation and the power of locally sourced food

It was an honor to attend the Grand Opening of Casa Grande, a new restaurant housed in a cargo container at BC Cargo in downtown Battle Creek, Michigan. Casa Grande offers many healthy choices including juices, salads, and bowls. I was invited to the Grand Opening to document the special day and capture some fresh pictures for Casa Grande's new website and marketing materials. This session was about much more than delicious food (Although, I am still dreaming about the chilaq

When it comes to transforming local food systems and enhancing school nutrition, collaboration is key. The Kalamazoo Valley Community College Food Hub, known as ValleyHUB, stands at the forefront of this collaborative effort, redefining the way schools source their produce through the Michigan 10 Cents a Meal Program. This commercial photography session took place at ValleyHUB for the Michigan Department of Education and the 10 Cents a Meal Program, showcasing the role a foo

I scheduled this commercial photography session at Crisp County Acres in Holland, Michigan for sunrise because there is something simply magical about morning light on a farm in summer . My ongoing project for the Michigan Department of Education and their 10 Cents a Meal Program, has me traveling to farms and schools this summer to capture the visual narrative of this program, which reimburses schools for purchasing local produce from farmers with the goals of supporting t

Discover the story of Flint Fresh, a thriving food hub in the heart of Flint, Michigan, making an impact on the health of school children

Discover the inspiring journey of Mark Kastner and Hillcrest Farms as they contribute to Michigan's 10 Cents a Meal Program, delivering fres

As a commercial photographer in Kalamazoo, I have the opportunity to partner with a variety of businesses. In an ongoing collaboration with Taste the Local Difference (TLD), I recently traveled to Tiger Valley Ranch in Fennville, Michigan. The main objective of our partnership is to amplify the voices of underserved farmers and food businesses across the state through photography. As part of this endeavor, I travel to farms in Southwest Michigan, capturing documentary-style i

Discover breathtaking travel photography from Sarah Rypma, a Michigan-based photographer who shares her adventures across the globe...

Sarah Rypma is a commercial photographer in Southwest Michigan who has been photographing Kalamazoo County Parks for over three years.