ABOUT ME

Thank you for taking the time to visit my site and read a bit about me! I’m pretty much an open book to those that pick me up. I am an extrovert and truly love connecting with people. Enneagram 7 and constantly seeking out all the FUN.

My name is Risa McKinney and I am a full-time photographer. I’m originally from Pennsylvania, born and raised in Lancaster (no…I’m not Amish haha). I moved to the great show me state of Missouri in 2014. I eventually moved to Kansas City where I was then able to attend the Kansas City Art Institute. I graduated with my photography certificate in 2018 and am constantly learning new things about the beautiful world of photography .

I am based in Kansas City Missouri/Kansas and the surrounding area. I specialize in creating raw and genuine depictions of my clients. Whether that be through the sweet yawn of a newborn, the energetic personality of a toddler, or the intimate moments between loved ones; I capture it all. My favorite thing about photography is being able to freeze time through a picture. I feel alive when I’m behind a camera catching a glimpse into the personal life of those I photograph. I love being able to share those stories with my clients. It is truly an honor to let my passion be a gift to someone else.

I’d love to have that someone to be YOU.

yours truly,

Risa McKinney

|| Above is one of my favorite quotes. Photography continues to teach me to see beauty within even the most mundane things. That has been eternally rewarding for me. ||