Chelsea Whitaker Photography

Chelsea Whitaker Photography Music + Editorial Photographer
Writer + Creative Director
Currently based in Grand Rapids, Michigan I want to help you create your dream photos.
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I’m Chelsea Whitaker, a freelance writer, photographer and creative director based in Grand Rapids, MI. I write and shoot for Local Spins and Trial & Error Collective, while acting as co-producer for Sounds of the Zoo. I specialize in photographing all aspects of the music industry, while honing my craft to focus on live music coverage, promotional photos and artist portraits. Although I love work

ing with bands, I also love to work with other creatives and couples. As a big fan of travel and exploration, I love traveling for work. So far, I have photographed in California, Arizona, Ohio, Illinois, and Michigan. If you’ve got an idea, I can help you create it! I want you to feel comfortable in front of the camera, allowing your personality to shine through. Let’s create some magic together! ✨

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Calling all West Michigan musicians! Super honored to be a curator for this season of KDLVibes! Joining me in curating i...
09/01/2026

Calling all West Michigan musicians!

Super honored to be a curator for this season of KDLVibes! Joining me in curating is Hunter Vanklompenberg and Adrian Wright.

Get them submissions in!

is accepting submissions for KDL Vibes starting September 1st - the library’s own local music streaming platform. Artists whose music is selected for the collection will receive a cash honorarium and be featured in KDL promotions. Go to vibes.kdl.org to submit your music.

07/07/2026

So the side quest may have turned into a main quest and I think I’m moving to the UK! 🇬🇧 if you would like to help support me in this new adventure, you can Venmo me (cwhitaker238).

Any funds received will go towards flights and lodging to help me get settled!!

06/25/2026

Larkin Poe and The Record Company made their Meijer Gardens debut amid cloudy skies on Wednesday, delivering guitar-heavy strains. Review.

06/18/2026
06/14/2026

GridLife Festival in South Haven led a cavalcade of live music events across West Michigan. Browse the photo galleries at Local Spins.

05/31/2026

Russell Dickerson brought his tour Saturday to Acrisure Amphitheater, just part of a robust live music week. Browse the photo galleries.

Shooting for the house 🥹
05/28/2026

Shooting for the house 🥹

04/23/2026
04/13/2026

Vespa, led by Sarah VE, is set to play SpeakEZ Lounge on Wednesday with Tony Halchak & The Happenstance. The back story at Local Spins.

04/12/2026

The Music Econ Summit on Saturday drew 120 attendees and many music industry experts for a day of mentoring on the business side of music.

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