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Rain or shine, make your day wonderful! The Detroit War Memorial is one of my favorite venues and the rain did not stop us from making this day beautiful and fun!  Recently published on Trendy Bride Photography: Shanell Photography Planner: Mitten Weddings Florals: Violet RoseFloral MUA: Andrea Walker Jewelry: Coughlin Jewelers Shoes: Badgley Mischka Wedding Dress: Arena Bridal Grooms Apparel: Main Street Tuxedo […]

May 25, 2018

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Florals, Design + Concept: Janna Brown Design (@jannabrowndesign) Hair + Makeup: Natalia Issa (@nataliaissa) Gowns: BHLDN, @bhldn Shoes: Bella Belle + BHLDN Venue: McNay Art Museum (@mcnayart) Hairpiece: @naturae_design Calligraphy: @spurlegulstudio Linens: @latavolalinen Silk Ribbon: @silkandwillow Chairs: @arqueesatx

May 23, 2018

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  Ahhh this winter wonderland of a wedding was nothing short of amazing! The MSU Horticulture Gardens is wonderful way to have a winter wedding and feel outside with staying warm, seriously give me all the greenhouse weddings! My bride not only was stunning but so great with details and boy did I fall in […]

February 23, 2018

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Super excited to share this fun and classy wedding Detroit Rattle Snake Club wedding with you all! The bridal gown was one of my favorites! I love lace and twirling bottoms, this dress had both! The bridesmaid dresses were a cool blue and so stunning! From the time I met this couple back in the […]

February 17, 2018

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Here in Michigan we have some amazing beaches and so much to offer around our coasts! This stunning couple was a dream to work with and the vendors made the day amazing! I love our state of Michigan and think its is by far one of the prettiest places! Floral, Planning and Design: Posh Petals […]

September 26, 2017

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Where to even begin… Tonya is one of the sweetest brides! Knowing they wanted to do a first look was exciting and the most perfect blooms were right outside the MGM! Between how stunning Tonya looked and how handsome Tim was in his uniform my heart was jumping for joy! The two couldn’t be more […]

May 26, 2017

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I often get asked, why do you shoot film? Well because its amazing and the best, hahaha! No really it is. I started over a year ago trying to see if I could wrap my head around film, yes, “old school film”. It did not take long for me to fall in love with film […]

April 30, 2017

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It is my passion as an artist and storyteller to create imagery that is joyful, romantic, authentic and ultimately beautiful. I want to capture each and every client as they are, showcasing their love story. After shooting 100’s of weddings and serving this industry for over thirteen years, I’ve learned more than anything how a day needs to be ran. Taking the days timeline into my own hands, has been one of the biggest benefits to my clients. Not only will you know where you need to be, when you need to be, I’ll be there helping to guide you. I want my clients to be able to fully intrust in me. Also trusting in my directional posing, management of your bridal party, and making sure your day is a flawless as possible. 

I am inspired by the magic of love and wonder of this world, finding beauty in all the moments, from big too small. Finding joy and celebration in watching the story unfold and capturing it all, giving my clients a tangible heirloom of their most cherished memories. 

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