Hi, I'm Kelsey! Your go-to Long Beach photographer!


I'm a Long Beach photographer specializing in portraits, branding, headshots, families, graduations, and events throughout Long Beach and the Los Angeles area. Originally from Santa Monica, my passion for photography began by capturing candid moments with friends and creating imaginative portrait concepts. What started as a creative hobby has grown into a photography career that I've been building since 2016.


As a Long Beach portrait photographer, my goal is to make every session feel relaxed, fun, and authentic. I believe the best photos happen when you can be yourself, so I focus on genuine moments, natural expressions, and timeless editing. Whether you're booking a branding session, professional headshots, family photos, graduation portraits, couples photography, or a creative portrait session, I'll guide you through the process while keeping the experience easygoing and enjoyable.



If you're searching for wedding photography and videography in Los Angeles, San Diego, or the San Francisco Bay Area, I photograph weddings exclusively through Tangerine Weddings, where I'm the co-founder and lead photographer. Together with our dedicated photo and video team, we provide seamless wedding coverage and thoughtfully crafted packages for couples celebrating throughout California.



Photo credit:

Her Wild Essence (left image)

Joy Portinga Photography (right image)


Kelsey Nevell stands with her camera in front of pink flowers in San Diego.
Kelsey Nevell spins facing backward from the camera in a black and white photo.
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More About Me

My idea of a good time


If you invite me to a local happy hour, a chill board game night, dinner party, concert, a hike, or beach day I'm there!


Where am I traveling to next?


Whenever possible, I like to have a vacation planned and bring my camera with me! Whether it's camping, going to visit a friend in another state, or aperitivo in Italy, I'm always looking forward to the next adventure.


Now booking portrait sessions or weddings November 2026 in Auckland, New Zealand!

What am I taking photos of when I'm not working?


When I'm not out on a shoot or covering a wedding, I still love to take photos! It did start out as a hobby after all. I love to take photos of my dog, Alvin, my travels, friends, and experimenting with my usual editing style.

Ocean waves with surfers scattered throughout the water in Southern California.
Field of blooming snowdrops beneath bare winter trees in a woodland setting in England.
The Chicago bean on a cloudy day with people walking by.
A white and brown cat sitting on a gravestone in a graveyard.
Exterior view of a traditional pub called The Bear in Oxford, England.
Sun peaking behind on a building after a rainy day in Florence, Italy.
Canals in Venice Italy on a sunny day.
A black and brown dog sitting in a chair indoors with shadows on her face.
A high up view of Vernazza in Cinque Terre, Italy with mountains and water.
Rain drops on a car window.
High up view of a walking bridge in Rome, Italy on a sunny day.
Photographer Kelsey Nevell sits at a table in Florence Italy holding an espresso.
A sign that says Tall Redwoods Straight Ahead Pause and Look Up Can You Find Them.
A high up scene of a beach in Southern California.
Row of parked bicycles along a historic stone building on a cobblestone street in Oxford, England.
A woman back facing with her hair flowing in the wind on a foggy day with trees.
A white terrier dog looking up with his eyes sitting on a beige carpet.
A red building and a balcony with clothing items hung up to dry in Cinque Terre.
Stone chapel building visible through trees along a garden path in England.
A black and white cat looks straight on while sitting next to a gravestone.
A Golden Retriever dog swimming in the water with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background.
A straight road leading to a hill surrounded by clouds and tall pine trees.

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