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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

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

I’ve been shooting in West Michigan for over a decade, so I’m sharing some of my favorite locations for engagement photoshoots in my neck of the woods. I do quite a bit of traveling now but these spots in my hometown will always have a place in my heart. These are public areas and parks […]

Jun 3, 2025

Any wedding at The High Five in Grand Rapids is an absolute dream to photograph in my eyes. Courtney and Brett’s wedding was efficient, joyous, and had the best vendors. My day started off at The Canopy Hotel. This is where I arrived to capture the groom and his groomsmen getting ready. I remember it […]

Oct 31, 2024

bride and groom formal photo in front of brick wall with vines

I’ve been a photographer in Grand Rapids for over twelve years now, and this was my first wedding at the Ballroom at McKay Tower. The new Choices were A DREAM to work with during their engagement session, and I was excited to get to work with them for their wedding. Nicole had a classic wedding […]

Jun 27, 2024

Brii has been one of my clients since I decided to become a photographer in Grand Rapids. She has hired me for her engagement session, elopement, TWO boudoir sessions, and I actually have hung out with her (we got tacos and new piercings). In my book, boudoir photography is so much more than showing off […]

Oct 10, 2023

Boudoir Photography

The Goldis picked the perfect Grand Rapids, Michigan venue to get married in. New Vintage Place, as you’ll see, is extremely versatile and is a great space for warm, clean photos. The space is large enough to have both ceremony, reception, and cocktail hour spaces set up. Not to mention the bride and groom getting […]

Apr 25, 2023

Chloe planned an elegant, classic Grand Rapids Wedding at their stunning venue at CityFlatsHotel’s ball room. I’m sure you can tell from the photos that she’s got amazing style! I loved every detail she had picked out for this classic black tie wedding. Chloe & Joe got married during peak Michigan fall colors. I can’t […]

Feb 28, 2023

bride and groom walking toward each other at aquinas college campus in grand rapids, michigan

Teagan and Matt had their wedding on a perfect September day in Grand Rapids, Michigan. I seriously don’t even know where to start expressing how much I love and appreciate them. It was sheer luck that they even found me. I hosted a super sweet deal for my birthday in 2021: HALF OFF weddings for […]

Jan 10, 2023

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