August 29, 2025
Picture this: you and your partner, standing hand-in-hand with nothing but pure love surrounding you and Michigan’s breathtaking wilderness as your backdrop. If you’re dreaming of ditching the big wedding stress and choosing something more intimate and meaningful, you’ve come to the right place. I’m here to walk you through exactly how to elope in […]
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Planning your elopement day in Michigan but wondering how to fill those precious hours together? You don’t have to just go to the court house and then go home. Your wedding day should be a perfect reflection of your love story, whether you’re thrill-seekers craving adventure or romantics dreaming of intimate moments. Michigan’s diverse landscape […]
August 11, 2025
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August 7, 2025
When couples start planning their elopement, one of the biggest decisions they face is whether to hire separate photographers and videographers or find a photography and videography team that works together. As a Michigan elopement photographer who works alongside my husband Stephen (our in-house videographer), I get this question a lot: “Does it really make […]
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When couples ask me about planning a full-day adventure elopement in Michigan, they usually want to know: “What would we actually DO for 12 whole hours?” Fair question! As a Michigan elopement photographer who’s spent countless days in and researching the Upper Peninsula, I can tell you that the Porcupine Mountains offer some of the […]
August 5, 2025
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August 4, 2025
Look, I get it. You’ve decided to elope because you want something simple and stress-free, but then you start googling “how to plan an elopement” and suddenly you’re down a rabbit hole of permits and vendors and timelines and you’re thinking “wait, wasn’t this supposed to be the easy option?”. Here’s the thing: elopements are […]
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Wedding venues in Michigan that I have photographed at and love! When it comes to wedding days, the venue sets the tone. Over the years, I’ve had the chance to photograph and film weddings at some seriously beautiful spots across Michigan – from historic downtown Detroit to quiet barns tucked into the countryside. These are […]
July 7, 2025
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June 9, 2025
When planning your wedding day, one of the most emotional and memorable decisions you can make is whether or not to do a wedding first look. If you’re wondering, “What is a first look?” – you’re in the right place. We are going to break down exactly what a first look is, the benefits of […]
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Planning your wedding day timeline can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to account for everything from getting ready to sunset portraits. The truth is, a well-thought-out wedding day schedule is key to reducing stress and ensuring your big day flows smoothly. Whether you’re planning a traditional wedding or an intimate elopement, this guide will […]
June 4, 2025
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June 4, 2025
Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, and while Pinterest boards and vendor checklists cover the big things, there are some small but super important tips couples often overlook. Whether it’s how to hold the bouquet, twirl and dip for photos, or sign the marriage license without awkward angles – these little moments make a big […]
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Your wedding day is finally here – and while your to-do list might feel a mile long, prepping just a few key things for your wedding photographer can make a huge difference in how smoothly your day runs (and how beautiful your gallery turns out). To make your day run smoothly, here’s what to have […]
May 19, 2025
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