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And make it Harley Davidson themed I’ve got to share these amazing couples photos in Holland I did recently with my friends Hannah and Justin. They wanted something that really celebrated their love for riding, so I recommended this spot in West Michigan knowing it was going to compliment their vision perfectly. From the moment […]

Jul 8, 2025

I’ve been a wedding photographer for almost a decade and curate a wedding timeline for almost all my couples, so here’s a real sample for nine hours of coverage with one photographer! I love when couples lean into the experience of their wedding day. You’re only doing this once. It’s important to be soaking up […]

Jul 5, 2025

gordon beach inn wedding celebration in union pier, michigan and the couple share their first kiss

I get super pumped every time I get to photograph engagement photos in Chicago, and this last couple was an absolute delight. They were a bit nervous initially, admitting they needed some guidance, which is totally fine. I love having those conversations because it gives me a chance to explain my approach and make them […]

Jul 3, 2025

couple walking on north ave beach pier with chicago skyline in the background

I took a trip to Colorado a couple years ago where I got to hang out with some of my favorite people shooting an elopement styled shoot at Garden of the Gods. My friends were super enthusiastic about doing a destination elopement styled shoot since they were getting married that following year. We ended up […]

Jul 1, 2025

bride and groom posing with red rock canyons at their Garden of the Gods destination elopement in Colorado Springs

You can expect to be at Lake Michigan for engagement photos when you’re a photographer on the West side of the state. I’ve photographed hundreds of shoots on the lakeshore, and I don’t think I’ll ever get bored of it. I just had most incredible engagement session at Windstnest Park in West Olive, Michigan. When […]

Jun 27, 2025

newly engaged couple celebrating with a photoshoot on lake michigan's shores

If your horses feel like family, I encourage you to try and include them for your engagement session (and family shoots, too)! This post covers work from an engagement shoot, but I’ll definitely be making one that displays a family shoot I’ve done with one! These two lovebirds brought their two gorgeous horses along, which […]

Jun 24, 2025

COUPLE riding horses during golden hour for engagement session

I got to work with these two for their couples session in Grand Rapids and wanted to share some of the posing ideas I used! I’ve been working with Guadalupe and Mario for a few years now, documenting their family, and I was so thrilled they wanted to do a shoot just for the two […]

Jun 20, 2025

grand rapids michigan couple sitting on the ground in the woods

I’ve been a photographer in Grand Rapids, Michigan for over a decade and THIS was my very first courthouse elopement to put in my books! I had the sweetest experience capturing this intimate elopement, and it was an absolute dream. I got to the courthouse a bit early to scout out the light and tweak […]

Jun 17, 2025

bride and groom formal portrait downtown grand rapids, michigan after courthouse elopement

This was my second time using the Detroit Institute of Arts as an engagement shoot location. Picture this: I got to shoot at the DIA last month, and let me tell you, I was absolutely buzzing to go back. Then, along came Courtney and AJ. Literally the perfect couple for a session! Not only did […]

Jun 13, 2025

engaged couple walking in front of the detroit institute of arts in michigan with spring blossoms

I work with families often, and here are some family photoshoot tips to try especially when you’ve got little ones involved! I’ve been photographing Kate and Eric for a few years now. From their anniversary, maternity, and now the second family session they’ve done with me! This most recent one turned out to be nothing […]

Jun 10, 2025

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