Fountain outside of the Carriage House at Wellers in Saline, Michigan. Photo taken by Erika Black Photography

An Enchanting Wedding at Wellers Carriage House

September 3, 2025

When your wedding day doesn’t go exactly as planned, sometimes it creates the most magical moments you never could have imagined. When your Wellers Carriage House wedding day doesn’t go exactly as planned, sometimes it creates that most magical moments you never could have imagined. Rebecca and Jeff’s wedding at Wellers Carriage House in Saline, […]

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Overlooking the Lake of the Clouds at The Porcupine Mountains in Ontonagon, Michigan

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 […]

How to Elope in Michigan – Your Complete Guide

August 29, 2025

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Fall Drive to Copper Harbor along the Keweenaw Peninsula in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

25+ Unforgettable Michigan Elopement Day Adventures Beyond “I Do’s”

August 11, 2025

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 […]

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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 […]

Why Elopement Photo and Video Teams Just Work Better

August 7, 2025

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Overlooking the Lake of the Clouds at The Porcupine Mountains in Ontonagon, Michigan

12 Hour Elopement in Michigan’s Porcupine Mountains

August 5, 2025

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 […]

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Overlooking the Lake of the Clouds at The Porcupine Mountains in Ontonagon, Michigan

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 […]

How We Help You Plan Your Elopement (No Stress Required)

August 4, 2025

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Michigan Wedding Venues That Wow!

July 7, 2025

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 […]

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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 […]

What is a Wedding First Look? Why You Should Consider One?

June 9, 2025

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A groom dips the bride in the middle of the crosswalk of a street in Farmington, Michigan

How to Create a Stress-Free Wedding Day Timeline

June 4, 2025

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 […]

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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 […]

Wedding Day Tips Every Couple Should Know Before Saying “I Do”

June 4, 2025

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