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

Capture the joy and wonder of childhood with Kalamazoo family photographer Sarah Rypma. Relaxed, fun sessions with authentic moments of love

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

Comforting hugs, radiant smiles, nuanced facial expressions, and the simple act of physical touch are just a few of the precious things...

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

As a family photographer in Kalamazoo Michigan for over 10 years, I often hear from mothers who have a deep desire to photograph the...

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

Sarah Rypma is a Michigan-based commercial photographer who works with businesses to create story-telling and commercial branding images

Sarah Rypma is a photographer in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This session is a newborn lifestyle session with a family of six in their home.