Sarah + Matt

Solitude Links Golf Club

Port Huron, Mi

Sarah + Matt, this beautiful couple was just the sweetest. Sarah’s wonderful group of girls were the absolute best at helping and tending to Sarah for whatever she needed. It was a beautiful overcast summer day but also very warm. Portraits on the course, the first look of Sarah walking down the aisle with a big smiles, family photos and the wedding party. Our day was relaxed and beautiful. The over cast day made for perfect lighting on the course!

Cake cutting, dancing and a little sliver of the sunset that came out just in time for a few images, these two were ready to get on the dance floor!

Assistant/2nd Photographer : Troy Flathau

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Sonya + Tejas

Scarab Club, Detroit Mi

This gorgeous Indian and Russian combined wedding was truly one to remember. Our day started at Siren Hotel, Detroit. It was a quick getting ready and them a very casual first look in the lobby. These two are just incredibly relaxed and have the most fun together. We then did a portrait session at the Siren and around Parker’s Alley behind Shinola Hotel. Thankful for our driver ( my assistant and 2nd photographer) who helped with transporting us through a very busy Detroit. Landing at The Scarab Club for the ceremony which had so many special parts to it. From Tejas’s entrance, the 7 circles around the fire, the Hebrew words, their vows and the breaking of the glass. We ran across the street to the DIA for a few more portraits against the white marble and returned to an amazing welcome and heartfelt speeches. Closing with a few dances at dusk outside in the garden of the Scarab Club.. our day was a perfect one in Detroit!

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Natalia + Alex

Mackinac Island, Mi

Walking back in time.. there is no other place like Mackinac Island. From the horse drawn carriages and bicycles as your only means of transportation. The handmade fudge, and the gorgeous gardens..Life feels a lot more still.

Natalia and Alex had their gorgeous elopement on the front lawn of Mission Pointe Resort. It is such a beautiful view. We had the best weather you could ask for on the island and it was everything these two deserved :) From the first touch and exchange of vows, to the friends and family who came to celebrate. The reception was held on the Promenade deck and before the party started, Natalia and Alex ( along with myself and my assistant Troy) rode the gorgeous white carriage to the secret garden by The Grand Hotel. Between the portraits there and on the beach at sunset.. this whole day was just stunning.

Assistant/ 2nd Photographer : Troy Flathau

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Jade + Brandon

Shepherds Hollow Golf Club, Clarkston Mi

My little Jade.

I met Jade when I started serving at Vintage Tavern in Port Huron, Mi over 10 years ago. She instantly became like a little sister to me, hence why I call her my little Jade. I was exceptionally honored when she reached out for me to photograph her wedding and it couldn’t have been a more beautiful February day!

From her classic Audrey Hepburn vibe, to the green velvet suit Brandon wore, cheesecake instead of the traditional wedding cake, their favorite beer on tap, Jade changing into her party dress, the cigar bar and the “Old Hollywood” style images outside…. I just can’t.

2nd Photographer : SamanthaSutarova

Meghan and Sparrow

My best friend lives in Nashville and I was able to come down to meet the newest addition to our family! We decided to spend a little time in her studio, DRMM studio with our new favorite bird.

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Sarah + Matt

Matthaei Botanical Gardens

Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Breanna + Joe

Stoney Creek Metro Park, Michigan

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Abby + Ryan

Lakeport State Park, Lakeport Mi

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Emily + Anthony

The Congregation Coffee Shop and Down town

Detroit, Mi

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Ayiana + Trey

Wild Dunes Resort, The Isle of Palms, South Carolina

I was invited back again to capture another Stein wedding! This time we traveled to The Isle of Palms in South Carolina to Wild Dunes Resort. The travel down from Michigan to South Carolina was so beautiful and refreshing.

Ayiana and Trey are two of the sweetest people. WE had such a gorgeous time, starting with getting ready at the Stien’s private homes with their kitties and then with the first look at Wild Dunes on the windy beach. It was definitely a very warm day but we had incredible moments and views! The ceremony took place on the Indigo Rooftop at the resort. What a view of North Atlantic Ocean behind Ayiana and Trey as they said their vows. Portraits on the beach, a last dance and send off! The gentleness of these two shows the energy of our day. It was truly one for the books.

2nd Photographer: Zaina Mahmoud

Sophia + Mikey

The Peninsula Room, Traverse City, Michigan

The Leelanau Peninsula is such a stunning place in Michigan. Sophia + Mikey were such a sweet couple, whom with their closest friends and family shared their gorgeous and very warm October wedding across the street from Grand Traverse Bay. All the siblings were the wedding party, Sophia and Mikey’s sweet pups were with us to enjoy the festivities, so many happy tears from the love you feel from these two are definitely from a fairytale. Portraits on the front lawn of The Peninsula Room where the cermony took place, along with sunset photos on the beach.. every part of this day was pure joy. EVERYONE was having a great time!

2nd Photographer : Ashlind Malooly

The Peyton Family

This family is the reason I was able to build my business. Jeff and Barbie were the most wonderful bosses with hearts of gold. I waitressed for them at The Vintage Tavern for 5 years before I went full time with my business in 2016. From one small business owner to the next, this meant the world to me to be loved and supported in my career. They will never not be a part of my story. A friendship of 14 years and a lifetime to go!

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Natalie + Matt

The Felt Estate, Saugatauk, Mi

Natalie + Matt, there was so much detail and thought put into every moment of this gorgeous wedding.. it is hard to put into words. So I’ll let the photos do the talking.

2nd Photographer: Candice Lamarand Photography

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Stephany + Derek

Hartwick Pines, Michigan

These two met in at Electric Forest, so it only seemed fitting to get married in the forest! Hartwick Pines was a gorgeous setting for our early afternoon elopement. This elopement wasn’t just our couple but their closest family and friends.. roughly about 30 people. It was perfect.

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The Carpo Family

From their nautical themed wedding years back to our family sessions on the beach, I just love the Carpos!! Peep the dive symbols between daddy and daughter!

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The Darghali-Wahbi Family

This family was so fun and so smart!

Sunsets at the park!

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The Bottenfield Family

Morning Michigan beach sessions are my fave.

Especially with my favorite coffeehouse owners, The Bottenfields! If you haven’t already, go get a coffee at The Exquisite Corpse Coffeehouse in Port Huron, Mi!

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