A sign on a table surrounded by Polaroid photos and stacks of printed photographs, welcoming to The Keepsake Lens photography studio and advertising booking for summer and fall 2025.

Family

Couples

Legacy

Maternity

Engagement

Family 〰 Couples 〰 Legacy 〰 Maternity 〰 Engagement 〰

Lifestyle family photography session at home in Lancaster County, PA captured by The Keepsake Lens
Candid outdoor family photo session in Lancaster, PA featuring parents and two young children during golden hour by The Keepsake Lens

What I capture

Rachael offers lifestyle photography for families, couples, and individuals, with a relaxed, natural approach tailored to each session. She also brings experience in product and brand photography, perfect for small businesses, handmade makers, and creatives who want thoughtful, story-driven content. For more info on brand photography and marketing, please visit McArdle Marketing Co. Sessions are flexible and shot in natural light, with an emphasis on genuine connection and visual warmth.

Get in touch♡

Whether you're ready to book a session, have a question, or just want to say hi, I’d love to hear from you.

I’m based in Lancaster County, PA, and offer sessions locally (plus occasional travel!). I’ll get back to you between baby snuggles and editing breaks.

Let’s make something lovely together.

Heartfelt photography for families, couples, and little milestones…

…with my own little one always by my side.

Rachael is a Lancaster-based lifestyle photographer, a storyteller at heart, and a mother who knows just how quickly the little moments become memories. With a calm, natural approach and a baby often snuggled close as she works, Rachael captures honest, heartwarming glimpses of connection; whether it’s families, couples, or growing kiddos. Her sessions are relaxed, go-with-the-flow, and rooted in real life.