A behind-the-scenes look at how Kalamazoo County Parks uses commercial brand photography to create a visual archive that saves time and strengthens marketing.

This fall, I had the joy of photographing families at the Arthur & Mildred Woollam Nature Preserve — one of the newest additions to Kalamazoo County Parks in partnership with the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy. This preserve was designed to invite families to slow down, explore, and connect with nature. The session was part of my ongoing commercial photography work for Kalamazoo County Parks a collaboration that highlights how local families connect with nature through

Kalamazoo County Parks photography at its most joyful—this summer session at River Oaks Splashpad captured the energy, color, and connection that make our local parks so special. From laughter under the frog arch to quiet curiosity in the water jets, these moments tell the story of community in motion. View highlights from this playful morning and see how commercial photography can bring your park or program to life

This Kalamazoo River Valley Trail photography session blends ground-level and drone imagery to showcase one of Michigan’s most scenic trails. Commissioned by Kalamazoo County Parks, the project captures connection, movement, and the beauty of public space.

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

Drone and Aerial Photography by Southwest Michigan Commercial Photographer, Sarah Rypma for Kalamazoo County Parks.

Sarah Rypma is a commercial photographer in Kalamazoo Michigan. This post showcases images for Kalamazoo County Parks.

Southwest Michigan Commercial photographer, Sarah Rypma, photographs Markin Glen park in Kalamazoo County.

The last two weekends have consisted of some interesting weather forecasts here in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Two weekends ago a debilitating storm was predicted to hit Western Michigan with some warnings suggesting that we would be without power for 72 hours. We stocked up and planned to stay in. Last weekend more snow ("heart attack snow") rain and sleet accumulated outside. The weather has been the perfect excuse to binge some of our favorite shows. Although the slower pace has

"Encouraging a child to go outside in all weather builds resilience, but more importantly, it saves them from spending their life merely tolerating the "bad" days in favor of a handful of "good" ones - a life of endless expectations and conditions where happiness hinges on sunshine," Nicolette Sowder of Wilder Child It was cold and gray....so begins most stories involving a Michigan winter. Our local weatherman just reported that we have had 0% sunshine in the last seven da

Last fall I was contacted by the Kalamazoo County Parks to photograph the five county parks in Kalamazoo, Michigan during the different seasons. The county was looking to refresh their marketing materials to showcase the parks through documentary imagery that showcased the various activities and park amenities. From ice fishing to camping, the parks offer many activities to local residents (including our canine friends). I took this project for a few reasons. First, I believe