I have always loved intimate weddings and through Covid we saw many more of them. Below is a little bit about this beautiful day, in the bride’s words. A note from the bride: When we planned our wedding in 2019 we had a vision of space that would reflect us as a couple. A space […]

When planning your wedding, most never realize just how much goes into a great wedding day timeline. The timeline can become quite overwhelming actually to most, especially those that are unfamiliar, but don’t worry, I got you! I have been in the bridal industry most my adult life and photographed 100’s of weddings, timelines are […]

Aurora Cellars in Leelanau, MI • Detroit Wedding Photographer This wedding was one from the books! From All guests staying at the Falling Waters Lodge and truly having a weekend experience to the beautiful wedding day at Aurora Cellars. Being a destination wedding myself and my team stayed alongside her guests, and got to enjoy […]

Wedding Invitation Timeline Tips Congratulations on your engagement! Going through this process myself I thought I’d share with other brides these simple tips, hope it helps! From announcements/save the dates, wedding invites, to the thank you cards. Save The Date Cards When To Send Save the date cards give your potential guests the information they […]

Being a wedding photographer I come across many wedding floral arrangements, and the wedding bouquet is always one of my favorites to see. Below I have shared some of my favorites over the years and also linked the artist behind them. Advise about floral: Have fun! It is ok to have colorful floral, its actually […]

The Inn at St. Johns is one of the most classic and beautiful wedding venues, allowing for everything in one place. There are not very many places that allow for a catholic ceremony and also have a reception hall connected, let alone a hotel. I always encourage my clients to have everything in one spot […]

This beautiful Planterra conservatory Wedding was one for the books! Winter weddings can be so dreamy as a whole, but add an amazing greenhouse and you cannot go wrong. I absolutely loved how Sarah and Pat’s day turned out! They had a beautiful candle lit ceremony and it even snowed a couple days before, giving […]

Photographing in Chicago is something that was a newer venture for me in the last couple years, but I love it! Chicago is a beautiful city with lots of fun and beautiful cityscapes. I have traveled a lot over the last few years, and Chicago is one of my favorites. I was able to go […]

PhotographerSHANELL PHOTOGRAPHY|Florals & planningBLOOM FLORAL DESIGN|DressCLAIRE PETTIBONE|Hair & make-upM.O. HAIR AND BEAUTY|StationeryCIARRA CLAIRE|StationeryCOTTAGE FOUR CO.|ShoesBELLA BELLE SHOES|SuitCAPTAINS QUARTERS|JewellerSUSIE SALTZMAN|RentalsSERRADELLA VINTAGE|CakeBELLA DOLCE|ModelALANA FULTZ|ModelMITCHELL KOEJE As seen on Magnolia Rouge

Venue and cake: Orchard Lake Country Club Coordinator: Red Coat Ladies Food Truck: Petey’s Donuts Florist: Breath of Spring Invitation suite/table numbers/signage/seating chart: Jade Social Vow books: Ciarra Claire Hair: Ashley Macpherson Make-Up: Kristin Daubenmeyer Brides Maids: Bill Levkoff Band: Skyline and the Backstreet Horns Linen/Chair Rentals: Luxe Linen Dress: Bella Alterations