People lying on grass outdoors, with one holding up an ultrasound photo or medical slides of a developing fetus, with trees and hilly landscape in the background.

Document everything.

Hi, I’m Michelle Cheesman!

I’m a wedding photographer and videographer based out of Hot Springs, Arkansas. My goal is to capture your real, authentic moments and tell your story through my lens. I’m a big believer in documenting all of your life milestones- big and small.

A smiling blonde woman in a black top and gray jacket posing on a beach at sunset, with the ocean and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
“Michelle knows how to capture a moment for how it was. She’s so genuine and knows how to bring out your authentic self (even if you don’t love being in front of the camera).”
— Leah H.
“If you are in the market for professional photos or video, you won’t be disappointed with Michelle! She is professional and really dives in to understand your wants/needs. ”
— Jennifer J.
“Michelle truly went above and beyond!! Not only were her pictures perfect she is so genuine when taking her pictures. She made sure she followed up when we asked. ”
— Nick G.
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Libby Claire & Jonathan Nichols - August 2, 2025 - Little Rock, AR

“Michelle! Sobbing on the plane right now. This is the best thing ever I cannot thank you enough!!!!!! I love it so much!!!!” - Libby N.

A family of three outdoors with a woman holding a baby, and a man smiling. The woman has long dark hair and is wearing a colorful dress. The man has short hair and is wearing a navy sweater. The baby is dressed in a beige sweater and is looking at the camera with a neutral expression. All are standing in a grassy area with hills in the background.
A man and woman embracing outdoors during sunset, smiling, with trees in the background.

It is such a privilege to document the different life stages — from pregnancy announcements, to maternity and newborn sessions, to family pictures — these are all important milestones that deserve to be captured.

Josie & Harrison Leak - August 31, 2025 - Osage House

“Michelle. Got your email last night with the video!!! WOW. What a gift. I can’t thank you enough for using your time and talents to help capture our favorite day ever. It’s been so sweet to relive the day and experience it from a new perspective!! THANK YOU!!!!!” - Josie L.

Bonnie Butterfield is ONE 🎂💘🌸
Bonnie Butterfield is ONE 🎂💘🌸
Adventured around downtown with Alex & Taylor — I can’t wait for their wedding next summer 🤍
Adventured around downtown with Alex & Taylor — I can’t wait for their wedding next summer 🤍
The best day celebrating the Mannings 🤍
The best day celebrating the Mannings 🤍
It’s baby month for the Crawfords 🤍
It’s baby month for the Crawfords 🤍
Spent the weekend in Mississippi celebrating Grant and Allison 🤍
Nash & Emily — wedding in Forrest City, AR | Full Wedding Video
The sweetest maternity session with Hannah + Blake this summer at Garvan Gardens 🤍🦋
The sweetest maternity session with Hannah + Blake this summer at Garvan Gardens 🤍🦋
5 trips and 10,000 miles travelled — summer 2026 was one for the books 🌞🌊🦞🌴🦋
5 trips and 10,000 miles travelled — summer 2026 was one for the books 🌞🌊🦞🌴🦋
MR. AND MRS. HODGES 🦢🤍
One of the sweetest moments I’ve ever gotten to be a part of 💗
One of the sweetest moments I’ve ever gotten to be a part of 💗
Bonnie Butterfield is ONE 🎂💘🌸 Adventured around downtown with Alex & Taylor — I can’t wait for their wedding next summer 🤍 The best day celebrating the Mannings 🤍 It’s baby month for the Crawfords 🤍
Spent the weekend in Mississippi celebrating Grant and Allison 🤍
Nash & Emily — wedding in Forrest City, AR | Full Wedding Video
The sweetest maternity session with Hannah + Blake this summer at Garvan Gardens 🤍🦋 5 trips and 10,000 miles travelled — summer 2026 was one for the books 🌞🌊🦞🌴🦋
MR. AND MRS. HODGES 🦢🤍
One of the sweetest moments I’ve ever gotten to be a part of 💗
A family of three standing in a forest near a lake, smiling at the camera. The woman is holding a baby boy, and the man stands beside them with one hand in his pocket. They are dressed in plaid shirts, surrounded by green grass and trees.
A man and woman standing on grass in a park, lifting a young child in the air. The child is wearing brown overalls and white shoes, while the woman is dressed in a red dress and red shoes. The man is wearing beige pants and a light brown shirt. They are surrounded by autumn foliage in the background.
A young woman with long wavy red hair, wearing a white long-sleeve top and a beige skirt, standing outdoors on a sidewalk, holding ultrasound images, and looking to her left with a soft smile. Green bushes and trees with sunlight are in the background.
A woman in a floral dress gently cradles her pregnant belly outdoors in a park with trees and sunlight in the background.
A couple dressed in formal attire standing in a grand hall beneath an ornate stained glass arch. The man is wearing a dark suit and red tie while the woman is in a white dress. They are holding hands and looking at each other, with a large hanging lantern above them.
A smiling woman with dark hair wearing pearl earrings holding a colorful bouquet of pink, white, and purple flowers against a plain white background.