elopements + mini weddings

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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

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

Deer Creek Mountain Camp was where our dear friends recently held their wedding in the stunning Colorado mountains. The setting was absolutely breathtaking. The mountains as beautiful as ever, giving me an incredible backdrop. They decided to do wedding formals the day before their actual wedding. Let me tell you, it was such a brilliant […]

Oct 24, 2024

bride and groom formals in the mountains of Colorado

Natalie and Michael chose to celebrate their love with an intimate elopement at a breathtaking mansion nestled in the charming town of Saugatuck, Michigan. Their choice to leave the traditional wedding structure behind for a peaceful weekend retreat with their closest friends and family was truly inspired. I was honored to be there, capturing all […]

May 17, 2024

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