Briana Gingerich. Where memories live forever.

Young woman standing under tropical palm trees in a lush Hawaiian garden.

"Some of life's most beautiful moments last only a second—photographs make them last a lifetime."

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Happy woman with arms outstretched above clouds at Haleakala summit, Maui.

I’m Bri, a lifestyle, portrait, and nature photographer



I love capturing the little pockets of time that often mean the most—the way the sun melts into the horizon, the gentle kiss from your spouse, or the moment you've worked so hard for finally becomes a reality. These are the memories that deserve to be held onto forever.

Hey again!


I'm so glad you were intrigued enough to keep exploring my page. Here's a little more about me and how I got here.


After graduating high school in 2018, I packed up and moved two hours from home to the beautiful coastal town of Traverse City. I started college there, but if I'm being honest, that path wasn't the right fit for me at the time. Instead, I found myself working as a server and bartender, enjoying life and meeting incredible people—until the world came to a halt in 2020.


Eventually, I made my way back home, where I've been ever since. In 2023, I decided it was time to chase a new dream, so I went back to school and earned my nursing degree.


Being a nurse has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I love serving my community and being a comforting, familiar face during some of the hardest moments people experience. My career has also given me a new perspective on just how precious life is and how quickly time passes.


When my husband and I got married, we celebrated with an unforgettable honeymoon in Hawaii. I brought my camera along, determined not only to soak in every moment but to preserve them, too. Somewhere between the ocean views, breathtaking sunsets, and quiet moments together, I rediscovered my love for photography.


As I continued sharing my photos, friends and family started reaching out and asking me to capture their own special moments. That's when I realized photography wasn't just a hobby anymore—it was something I truly wanted to pursue.


And now... here we are.


I'm so grateful to be combining my love for people with my passion for photography. Whether I'm caring for someone as a nurse or documenting one of life's biggest milestones behind the camera, my goal is the same: to make people feel seen, cared for, and remembered.


I can't wait to tell your story.


 

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Couple walking hand in hand on a black sand beach in Hawaii.
Couple smiling together in a selfie with a waterfall backdrop in Hawaii.
Woman in cap and shorts standing on hilltop overlooking misty ocean.

01.

Fact 1

I'm happiest when I'm outdoors. Whether I'm camping, snowboarding, boating, spending the day at the beach, or hiking a new trail, nature is where I feel most at home.


02.

Fact 2

I don't have a favorite music genre—I love a little bit of everything. If a song makes me feel something, I'm all in. Every now and then, I'll hear an old song that instantly takes me back to a specific season of life, reminding me of the people, places, and memories connected to it.


03.

Fact 3

I used to be the definition of an extrovert, but somewhere along the way I became more of an introvert. I like to blame COVID! These days, you'll usually find me choosing cozy nights and quality time over big crowds—but I still love connecting with people and getting to know the stories that make each person unique.


04.

Fact 4

I'm a Libra :)

Lush green Hawaiian valley with winding trail and ocean coastline view.
Turquoise ocean waves crashing on rocky Hawaiian coastline with clear blue skies and distant island views.
Person swimming in crystal clear turquoise waters of a tropical beach.
Golden sunset sky above a dramatic sea of fluffy clouds viewed from Haleakala summit in Hawaii.
Aerial view of a volcanic mountain peak rising above a thick blanket of white clouds in Hawaii.
Romantic couple embracing at waters edge on beach with brilliant golden sun setting over ocean.
Black sand beach with crashing waves against dark volcanic rocks under blue sky in Maui Hawaii.
Man tenderly kissing woman on the cheek while embracing her on a sandy beach at dusk.
Haleakala National Park summit observatory rising above a dramatic sea of clouds at golden hour.
Scenic Hawaiian landscape with green hills and dramatic sunlit sky.
Winding mountain road through lush green hillside with yellow wildflowers disappearing into a sea of clouds.
Barren volcanic landscape of Haleakala crater with distant island silhouette visible above the cloud layer.
Artistic blurred black and white photo of couple kissing romantically on beach at dusk.
Rocky volcanic terrain of Haleakala summit with clouds rolling through the mountain valley below.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss on a sandy beach at sunset near the ocean shoreline.
Adorable blue-eyed baby in a denim jacket being held by mother on a sandy beach.
Smiling blonde woman in floral maxi dress posing on sandy beach at soft pastel sunset.
Dramatic twilight gradient sky over ocean horizon with parked cars silhouetted at high-altitude viewpoint.
Romantic couple kissing on a beach at sunset with their dog on a leash beside them.
Breathtaking panoramic view above the clouds from Haleakala volcano summit at dusk in Maui, Hawaii.
Family of four sitting together on a sandy beach at dusk with two young children.
Smiling blonde nurse in green scrubs holds stethoscope while sitting outdoors in natural light.
Winding road through green hills overlooking ocean coastline on scenic Maui Hawaii drive.
Dramatic black sand cove with sea stacks and lush green cliffs along Maui Hawaii coastline.
Couple embracing tenderly on sandy beach during golden sunset with warm sun flare behind them.
Two visitors walking on black sand beach with blue ocean waves and rocky coastline in Maui Hawaii.
Winding mountain road above clouds at sunset with lush vegetation.
Smiling blonde healthcare worker in green scrubs stands outside hospital holding stethoscope.
Joyful nurse in green scrubs sits outdoors holding stethoscope surrounded by lush greenery.
Breathtaking aerial sunrise view over a sea of clouds with golden orange horizon and silhouetted mountain peaks.
Lush green meadow with dramatic clouds rolling over volcanic mountain slopes under blue sky in Maui Hawaii.
Black and white photo of couple holding hands on sandy beach gazing at ocean sunset.
Joyful couple dancing on sandy beach shoreline during vibrant golden sunset over calm ocean waters.
Cattle grazing on green pasture with volcanic mountain backdrop at golden hour in Maui Hawaii.
Dense tropical green forest framing a glimpse of deep blue ocean along Maui Hawaii coast.
Cheerful nurse in green scrubs laughs while holding stethoscope toward camera with city backdrop.
Playful couple on a sandy beach as man lifts and spins woman in a burgundy dress.
Red vehicle driving on a winding road above the clouds at twilight on a volcanic mountain summit.
A happy couple embraces and smiles on a sandy beach at sunset, woman in burgundy dress.
Surfers riding large blue ocean waves off the rocky coast of Maui, Hawaii.
Golden sandy beach with turquoise water and distant island views Hawaii.
Stunning panoramic dusk view of volcanic mountain landscape above clouds with purple and pink sunset sky.
Happy couple embracing and smiling at each other on a sandy beach at golden hour.
Black pebble beach with rolling waves and lush green cliffs under cloudy sky in Maui Hawaii.
Tropical waterfall cascading through dense green rainforest canopy along Road to Hana Maui Hawaii.
Lush green jungle cliffs meeting vivid blue Pacific Ocean waters along Maui Hawaii coastline.
Close-up of womans hand with diamond engagement ring resting on mans white linen shirt.
Stunning golden sunset viewed from Haleakala volcano summit above a glowing sea of clouds in Maui.
Joyful couple embracing on a sandy beach at sunset, woman laughing as man lifts her.
Happy family of four posing together on a sandy beach at golden hour by the ocean.
A smiling couple walks through a lush green field at golden hour, the woman in a brown dress and man in a white shirt.
Black and white photo of a couple holding hands in a field, woman in flowing dress, romantic outdoor portrait.
A man tenderly cups a smiling woman's face in a romantic outdoor setting at sunset near a green field.
Couple standing together in a lush green field at dusk, sharing a romantic moment outdoors.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss in a lush green field at dusk, man in white shirt embracing woman in black dress.
A couple dances romantically in a lush green field at sunset, man in white shirt twirling woman in black dress.
A young couple poses together in a lush green farm field, wearing brown maxi dress and white linen shirt.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss in front of a lush green field at sunset.
A happy couple shares a romantic moment in a lush green field at sunset, woman in black dress, man in white shirt.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss in a lush green field at golden hour, woman in brown dress, man in white shirt.
A romantic couple lies together on a blanket in a green meadow, gazing lovingly into each other's eyes.
Couple embracing in a green field at dusk, man in white shirt and woman in black dress smiling at each other.
A young couple smiles at each other in a lush green field at sunset, man in white linen shirt, woman in black dress.
A couple holds hands walking through a vibrant sunflower field at dusk, man in white shirt, woman in black dress.
Black and white photo of a couple dancing together in a sunflower field, holding hands raised above their heads.
A couple smiles at each other in a sunflower field at sunset, woman in black dress, man in white shirt.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping wrapped in a soft floral swaddle blanket on a white textured surface.
Young parents lovingly gazing at their newborn baby lying on a bed during an intimate family photo session.
A young couple shares a tender kiss over their newborn baby while sitting together on a bed.
Two adult hands gently cradling tiny newborn baby feet, symbolizing love and new parenthood.
Close-up of parent hands gently holding newborn baby feet, infant in white knit outfit on soft blanket.
A mother with a diamond engagement ring gently holds her newborn baby's hand on a soft quilted blanket.
A tattooed mother tenderly holds her sleeping newborn baby close to her chest in a soft, natural light setting.
Young father in striped shirt tenderly kissing newborn baby's head while leaning against white wall.
Black and white mirror reflection of a couple tenderly holding their newborn baby in a bright nursery room.
A young man in a striped shirt tenderly kisses a sleeping newborn baby while sitting on logs outdoors.
Parents sitting outdoors on quilt blanket with sleeping newborn baby dressed in floral outfit in natural light.
Black and white photo of a mother tenderly cradling her newborn baby outdoors on grass.
Lush green Hawaiian valley with winding trail and ocean coastline view.
Turquoise ocean waves crashing on rocky Hawaiian coastline with clear blue skies and distant island views.
Person swimming in crystal clear turquoise waters of a tropical beach.
Golden sunset sky above a dramatic sea of fluffy clouds viewed from Haleakala summit in Hawaii.
Aerial view of a volcanic mountain peak rising above a thick blanket of white clouds in Hawaii.
Romantic couple embracing at waters edge on beach with brilliant golden sun setting over ocean.
Black sand beach with crashing waves against dark volcanic rocks under blue sky in Maui Hawaii.
Man tenderly kissing woman on the cheek while embracing her on a sandy beach at dusk.
Haleakala National Park summit observatory rising above a dramatic sea of clouds at golden hour.
Scenic Hawaiian landscape with green hills and dramatic sunlit sky.
Winding mountain road through lush green hillside with yellow wildflowers disappearing into a sea of clouds.
Barren volcanic landscape of Haleakala crater with distant island silhouette visible above the cloud layer.
Artistic blurred black and white photo of couple kissing romantically on beach at dusk.
Rocky volcanic terrain of Haleakala summit with clouds rolling through the mountain valley below.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss on a sandy beach at sunset near the ocean shoreline.
Adorable blue-eyed baby in a denim jacket being held by mother on a sandy beach.
Smiling blonde woman in floral maxi dress posing on sandy beach at soft pastel sunset.
Dramatic twilight gradient sky over ocean horizon with parked cars silhouetted at high-altitude viewpoint.
Romantic couple kissing on a beach at sunset with their dog on a leash beside them.
Breathtaking panoramic view above the clouds from Haleakala volcano summit at dusk in Maui, Hawaii.
Family of four sitting together on a sandy beach at dusk with two young children.
Smiling blonde nurse in green scrubs holds stethoscope while sitting outdoors in natural light.
Winding road through green hills overlooking ocean coastline on scenic Maui Hawaii drive.
Dramatic black sand cove with sea stacks and lush green cliffs along Maui Hawaii coastline.
Couple embracing tenderly on sandy beach during golden sunset with warm sun flare behind them.
Two visitors walking on black sand beach with blue ocean waves and rocky coastline in Maui Hawaii.
Winding mountain road above clouds at sunset with lush vegetation.
Smiling blonde healthcare worker in green scrubs stands outside hospital holding stethoscope.
Joyful nurse in green scrubs sits outdoors holding stethoscope surrounded by lush greenery.
Breathtaking aerial sunrise view over a sea of clouds with golden orange horizon and silhouetted mountain peaks.
Lush green meadow with dramatic clouds rolling over volcanic mountain slopes under blue sky in Maui Hawaii.
Black and white photo of couple holding hands on sandy beach gazing at ocean sunset.
Joyful couple dancing on sandy beach shoreline during vibrant golden sunset over calm ocean waters.
Cattle grazing on green pasture with volcanic mountain backdrop at golden hour in Maui Hawaii.
Dense tropical green forest framing a glimpse of deep blue ocean along Maui Hawaii coast.
Cheerful nurse in green scrubs laughs while holding stethoscope toward camera with city backdrop.
Playful couple on a sandy beach as man lifts and spins woman in a burgundy dress.
Red vehicle driving on a winding road above the clouds at twilight on a volcanic mountain summit.
A happy couple embraces and smiles on a sandy beach at sunset, woman in burgundy dress.
Surfers riding large blue ocean waves off the rocky coast of Maui, Hawaii.
Golden sandy beach with turquoise water and distant island views Hawaii.
Stunning panoramic dusk view of volcanic mountain landscape above clouds with purple and pink sunset sky.
Happy couple embracing and smiling at each other on a sandy beach at golden hour.
Black pebble beach with rolling waves and lush green cliffs under cloudy sky in Maui Hawaii.
Tropical waterfall cascading through dense green rainforest canopy along Road to Hana Maui Hawaii.
Lush green jungle cliffs meeting vivid blue Pacific Ocean waters along Maui Hawaii coastline.
Close-up of womans hand with diamond engagement ring resting on mans white linen shirt.
Stunning golden sunset viewed from Haleakala volcano summit above a glowing sea of clouds in Maui.
Joyful couple embracing on a sandy beach at sunset, woman laughing as man lifts her.
Happy family of four posing together on a sandy beach at golden hour by the ocean.
A smiling couple walks through a lush green field at golden hour, the woman in a brown dress and man in a white shirt.
Black and white photo of a couple holding hands in a field, woman in flowing dress, romantic outdoor portrait.
A man tenderly cups a smiling woman's face in a romantic outdoor setting at sunset near a green field.
Couple standing together in a lush green field at dusk, sharing a romantic moment outdoors.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss in a lush green field at dusk, man in white shirt embracing woman in black dress.
A couple dances romantically in a lush green field at sunset, man in white shirt twirling woman in black dress.
A young couple poses together in a lush green farm field, wearing brown maxi dress and white linen shirt.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss in front of a lush green field at sunset.
A happy couple shares a romantic moment in a lush green field at sunset, woman in black dress, man in white shirt.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss in a lush green field at golden hour, woman in brown dress, man in white shirt.
A romantic couple lies together on a blanket in a green meadow, gazing lovingly into each other's eyes.
Couple embracing in a green field at dusk, man in white shirt and woman in black dress smiling at each other.
A young couple smiles at each other in a lush green field at sunset, man in white linen shirt, woman in black dress.
A couple holds hands walking through a vibrant sunflower field at dusk, man in white shirt, woman in black dress.
Black and white photo of a couple dancing together in a sunflower field, holding hands raised above their heads.
A couple smiles at each other in a sunflower field at sunset, woman in black dress, man in white shirt.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping wrapped in a soft floral swaddle blanket on a white textured surface.
Young parents lovingly gazing at their newborn baby lying on a bed during an intimate family photo session.
A young couple shares a tender kiss over their newborn baby while sitting together on a bed.
Two adult hands gently cradling tiny newborn baby feet, symbolizing love and new parenthood.
Close-up of parent hands gently holding newborn baby feet, infant in white knit outfit on soft blanket.
A mother with a diamond engagement ring gently holds her newborn baby's hand on a soft quilted blanket.
A tattooed mother tenderly holds her sleeping newborn baby close to her chest in a soft, natural light setting.
Young father in striped shirt tenderly kissing newborn baby's head while leaning against white wall.
Black and white mirror reflection of a couple tenderly holding their newborn baby in a bright nursery room.
A young man in a striped shirt tenderly kisses a sleeping newborn baby while sitting on logs outdoors.
Parents sitting outdoors on quilt blanket with sleeping newborn baby dressed in floral outfit in natural light.
Black and white photo of a mother tenderly cradling her newborn baby outdoors on grass.

 

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