Welcome to my blog-site...and thanks for stopping by!

I decided to combine my blog and website to offer the best of both worlds all at the same place. This is where I’ll share sneak peaks from my most recent photo sessions as well anything else (personal or business-related) I feel inspired to share with you. Whether you are a client, photographer, friend or family I hope this blog-site helps you get to know me and stay in touch with what’s happening at Daphne Photo Studio. I love comments, so don’t be shy!

I am based out of Cincinnati, OH and offer on-location photojournalistic wedding and portrait photography. I am also available for commercial and editorial work. Please feel free to contact me…I would love to meet you!

~Kelly Ley Smith


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Off to Nashville!

Posted on July 3, 2008

We made it through the crazy month of June and now we’re off to Nashville for a long weekend with friends. YAY!! I will be answering all calls and emails when I return on Monday, July 7th. Have a great 4th of July!!!

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Alyssa Turns 1

Posted on June 30, 2008

It was such a pleasure photographing this sweet little girl the other day. I photographed her parent’s wedding back in March and it was great to see the family again. Kelly (her mom) baked a cake just for Alyssa to play in for some fun pictures. And boy did she have a blast!

Here’s a few from the park before the cake madness began:

Going in for the kill!

The final result!

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  1. Kelly July 1, 2008 6:52 am

    I love these pictures…kelly. Your website turned out beautiful!

we caved!

Posted on June 29, 2008

So when we first brought Opie home we said we wouldn’t let him sleep in our bed. We got him a little doggie bed and put it next to our bed as an alternative. He actually does love his doggie bed, but this morning we let him up into our bed for a little Sunday morning snuggle time. It was a great way to start the day…we’re off to eat some good food at West Fest…Happy Sunday!


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  1. Donny’s Mom July 2, 2008 5:34 pm

    You’re both a couple of softies! If you guys have any little girls, Donny’s in big trouble :) Love you both!

beauty is in the eye of the beholder…

Posted on June 25, 2008

For some reason, I LOVE dandelions! I think they are absolutely beautiful. Well I’ve been wanting to photograph a dandelion ever since they started popping up this season, but I never had a chance until now. This single dandelion popped up in my backyard and I jumped at my opportunity before Opie did :)


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  1. Jess (studio3z) June 27, 2008 10:33 am

    these are brilliant. now thats talent…taking a little overlooked (and often plucked) dandelion and making a beautiful work of art! i think the second one would rock the walls as a GIANT canvas. ;)

  2. Annie June 27, 2008 9:12 am

    I like these - especially the first one! You should put these up on your Etsy site! = )

Leah & Dan ~ married

Posted on June 23, 2008

After spending the day with Leah & Dan on their wedding day, all I can think of now is: wow, this couple is SO IN LOVE and holy crap this couple can DANCE THEIR SOCKS OFF! From the pre-ceremony shots to the reception, the day progressed very nicely thanks to Leah’s itinerary. She was the most prepared, organized bride I have ever worked with - and I must say it was wonderful! It made my job so much easier having everyone ready and waiting at the specified locations for pictures.

Even though it suddenly started storming as their ceremony was ending, the skies cleared up by the time we all made it to the reception at the beautiful Lake Lyndsay Lodge. Their reception was so much fun! Leah & Dan surprised everyone during their first dance, which in my opinion was the highlight of the evening. They started off slow-dancing as usual and then all of a sudden the music changed to hip-hop and they performed an entire choreographed routine that dazzled us all! My pictures do not do this dance justice, but luckily Steve from Glass Eye Video was there to capture all the action on video. All of you brides definitely need to check out his amazing work.

Leah & Dan ~ It was such a pleasure sharing in your beautiful day and I hope the love that radiated from both of you that day will last forever! Congratulations!














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