About

With my hair tangled in the wind, you can usually find me with a camera in hand. Life is hard and living even harder but I laugh often and remember to breathe in the earth around me. I fall in love with pipers along the shoreline, adore when dew covers flower petals, and never tire of the first snowfall. I spend my time chasing the sun and searching for the moon in a world that fails to look up at the stars. I believe in magic and love and the miracle I’m still here. For so long, I was in search of a new place to grow and thrive, fumbling through places I didn’t belong. But I have finally found myself where the mountains meet the sea, in the state of Maine. I'm learning what it means when the calm after the storm arrives and continuing to change as the seasons ebb and flow. For the first time, my roots are planted and expanding in an environment that feels nurtured and safe. The fire within still burns and rages but I'm finding new ways of channeling it. These days, I find myself healing the coldest parts of myself, while navigating grief, and letting go of what has longed held me down. I’m learning what it means to find stable ground . . .

My Philosophy

As a lover of natural light and shadows, I find myself using it in all aspects of my photography. Whether I’m capturing products, humans, or places, I’m in search of new compositions and viewpoints. As a lifestyle photographer and storyteller, my focus is on photographing real emotion and natural interactions.  My personal belief is that vulnerability and authenticity is what makes a beautiful photograph. I strive to create images that are real, raw, and allow people to see their true selves. I’m personally drawn to black and white photography but believe some things are just meant to be in color.

I’m available for hire for projects worldwide. If you’d be interested in working together or want to enquire about image licensing - please contact me here. And if you’re interested in purchasing any of my prints, please visit my print shop.

Published Work and Permanent Collections

Lensational Magazine: Maternity and Newborn (#189) | April 2023

Lensational Magazine: Halloween - 1st Edition (#162) | October 2022

“Autumn in New Jersey” Photography Exhibition
Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center | Permanent Collection | November 2021

Life in a Fabulously Converted Van Keeps Photographer Kayleigh Ann Archbold Moving
Hello Daisy Made | August 2020

Testimonials

“Kayleigh has such a gift for capturing the humanity behind small businesses. Her style is patient and deliberate- a welcomed change from the over-edited, ultra-curated photos we see so often. She is communicative, empathetic and passionate about her work- and a complete joy to collaborate with. I recommend her to all the makers + small business owners in my community, and can’t wait to work with her again.”
— Tracy Pendergast, Hello Daisy Made

  • "Working with Kayleigh is always such a pleasure. Kayleigh is creative, talented and most importantly, a sweetheart! I love working with her. Kayleigh has done a few product photo shoots for our company, Mayernik Kitchen, and each one is stunning! Her artistic eye brings our products to life. Kayleigh understands our brand and works within our style so the images are always shot beautifully to match our lifestyle. I can't recommend Kayleigh enough. She will be professional, timely and honestly, her work speaks volumes of the talented artist she is."

    Shannon Mulligan-Mayernik, Mayernik Kitchen

  • "Kayleigh's photographs of me and my shop are amazing and illustrate her talent as a photographer. But behind the photos lie Kayleigh's fantastic interpersonal skills. She set my mind at ease, and furthermore made me feel like I was doing great work that deserved to be shared with the world."

    Peter Wagner, Woodworker

  • "I had been searching for a photographer that would offer a fresh new take to compliment my standard studio product shots. Kayleigh went above and beyond with delivering creative, beautiful imagery for my brand. I was able to update all aspects of my marketing tools from my website to social media. Kayleigh has made my life as a business owner so much easier in an area that I struggle with and I simply cannot wait for our next shoot!"

    Michelle Foster, 17 & Orchard

  • "From the moment Kayleigh entered my studio I was at ease.  A natural conversation ensued without delay and before I knew it she was clicking away!  Genuine interest guided her questions about my techniques and how I arrived where I am as an artist allowing her to capture creative images of my work and processes.   Her curiosity drove the progression of her photograph-taking in a perfectly natural way.  Kayleigh’s results were beyond what I could have imagined and I look forward to my continued use of the images in my endeavors." 

    Linda Lavin, Artist

  • "Kayleigh’s warmth put me at ease right away. I felt comfortable with her and it came through in the photos. She really captured my spirit and excitement as an emerging artist."

    Robin Adler, Artist

  • "When it comes to photographing art and artists at work, Kayleigh Archbold has great intuition, knowing what will showcase your work and you in a pleasing and interesting way. I was very satisfied with the results when Kayleigh came to my studio. All was done in a short while with minimum disruption to work but in a very thoughtful way with attention to what I wanted to highlight. I don’t always like seeing photos of myself but Kayleigh’s had a lighthearted touch that provide a great memento of my time making art."

    Vera Kaplan, Artist

  • "Kayleigh is focused and engaged when photographing clients. She makes it feel natural which allows her to capture people’s authentic and raw beauty."

    Tara Spear, Client