wedding photographer serving all of Michigan and Chicago, IL

If you were to ask me to describe my photography style, I'd say



What I mean by that is:
I LOVE giving direction behind the camera to get those magazine-worthy money shots, but belly laughs and excitement also fuel my love for this art form.

Having me part of your wedding day means we do it YOUR way, have a good ass time in the process, and still have your photos looking DAMN. GOOD. Not only will your photos reflect all the emotions experienced on your day,


I work to preserve the integrity of the moment in keeping the image true to life, because what's truly timeless are real colors that human eyes can see.

I am ALL in.  Let's party!

I'm Phern!

(like the plant!)

if editorial and epic parties got married.

so will the colors.

bride and groom embracing in front of pond during golden hour

Sep 26, 2024

Let me tell you about this incredible summer wedding at Higgins Lake in Roscommon, Michigan. I had the pleasure of documenting Kinsey & Matt’s celebration recently. The venue is surrounded by lush greenery and bathed in golden sunshine. Not to mention the venue’s owner is just wonderful to work with! This venue is honestly the […]

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From the very beginning, Phern took the time to understand our vision. Her friendly demeanor made us feel instantly comfortable and allowed us to express our desires.Her presence blended seamlessly with the joyful atmosphere, ensuring that she captured every precious moment even amongst the chaos.  What impressed us the most was Phern's versatility. She effortlessly transitioned between capturing candid shots, posed portraits, and stunning landscapes.

Following the wedding, Phern promptly delivered the edited photos. Her commitment to delivering a premium product was evident in every image. 

Her talent and professionalism are unparalleled. If you want a photographer who goes above and beyond to deliver excellence, look no further. Thank you, Phern, for immortalizing our wedding day in the most exquisite and heartfelt manner possible.

I highly HIGHLY recommend!!!

   If I could give 1000 stars of excellence, I WOULD! 

alycea & ty

sydney & jacob

Phern kept us on schedule, worked very well with our videographer, and made sure we had all of the family photos we asked for. She also carried her step ladder the entire 8 hours she was there! Phern is worth every penny. I cannot recommend her enough!

We first hired Phern to do engagement photos to test her out before committing to a wedding photographer. She set up a call with me to see if we would be a good fit, to establish a relationship, and ensure she would be the right person to tell our story. She was professional and incredibly friendly.

On the day of our wedding, it was like having a really good friend there to capture the best day of our lives.

Phern was absolutely amazing with tons of energy and an amazing attitude. She was like a wedding coordinator and photographer in one keeping us on time as we took pics.

She got every family formal and funny pic we wanted and I love every photo in my gallery. She's extremely detail oriented – worth every penny and more! I can't wait to work with her again in the future. We've even referred a couple friends. 

You would be lucky to have her for any shoot, hire her!

   I felt so taken care of on my wedding day because she prioritized my needs and wants.

brooke & brandon

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