What a gorgeous day for a wedding! This was an amazing event with so many of their friends and family, thanks for including us – we had so much fun with you guys! It was really hard to choose…so of course – there are a gazillion! Amazing flowers and reception details by Modern Day Floral~ do you see the handle of the bouquet? That is AMAZING!!! I love the last shots of Jess with her grandpa – he LOVED to dance! At one point – Jess’s mom wanted a few more family shots during the dancing…and when I was trying to snag grandpa – he told me he couldn’t – he was dancing!! Love it! It was so fun to see Nathan & Ashleigh again at their wedding too!

Oh yes, I said published!! This is so exciting ~ because really in the past two insane years, my business has taken off, I have hardly had a minute to *think* let alone – sort through gazillions of amazing wedding images to submit for publishing. But it is so fun to see your work in a magazine. It’s a new publication just about Michigan Photographers! The one thing I know is that this mag will always have amazing photos…It’s called ” In Frame” , they have a website, where you can have a free copy mailed to you, and it’s being passed out at many bridal events & shows throughout the state. They featured 38 of michigan’s top photographers…glad to be one! They featured a fabulous wedding I shot of Keith & Amanda and shared their adorable story! They also featured a ttd photo of Beth in the snow….that was a fun *freezing* shoot, big props to Beth on that one! And also a few details of a cake, purse, and shoe shots on the middle and bottom of the last page…the copies are below!

These two were *oh*so*tiny when I first met them…now at 6 months…they’re a whole new ball of wax!! They have personality – and their own opinions of wanting their picture taken!! Olivia thought this was fabulous idea Graham ~in true boy fashion~ thought this was ridiculous and would much rather play with his dad…. If I only had video of mom & dad trying to entertain them….now that would be funny! I give major props to parents of multiples…you know their marriage has to be good – the amount of communication that has to take place with two babies…is huge! Now I’m not saying that it’s always *good* communication…but at least it’s still there!
**love this stroller – borrowed it from a friend- and it worked perfect for these two. enjoy!

Meet Johanna ~ sexy hot mamma ~ her hubby Jay and their two yr old son….who’s newborn pic is on my website! He has grown so much! I met them when they booked me 2yrs ago, for their last belly & baby. They had also booked me to photograph their son’s birth as well- but it ended up landing in the middle of a wedding day I had booked So my fabulous (life-saving) photog friend Marybeth went for me! So, I was super excited to hear from them again and get a second chance at that part! Low & behold I actually made it to the birth the second time around…but that’s for another post. Enjoy these photos that were taken at the studio…and yes, that’s my yummy bench – I got for a steal!

They are both chemists – smart cookies – that’s not at all intimidating!?!

I first met Stephanie and her mom over 2yrs ago for her consult—what did that tell me??? This girl is a planner! Soon after booking I realized because they lived in South Carolina – and both still going to school – there would be no engagement session. Bummer – I really love that time to get to know a bride and groom, but we knew each other quite well by the end of the day – Stephanie LOVES umbrella’s!!! No – it wasn’t raining at all…she just wanted them in her photos – I love them too!

Stephanie and Travis were surrounded by an amazing group of family & friends! Stephanie warned me about her sister….that she would keep me on my toes…I LOVED her! She was spunky, witty, and just as beautiful as her sister. They truly have a special bond, that was very evident, and confirmed by her speech at the reception…wish I had video! Stephanie & Travis opted to have a “first look” before the ceremony – which I love, it’s just a special moment that’s just them (and me from a distance!) **except the bridesmaids, they were spying on this one! They said they were up for anything – and totally trusted me – I love that! We had so much fun finding great colorful spots and even ventured to the roof! Stephanie had both her mom and her dad walk her down the aisle ~ it was precious. I was soooo very impressed with Stephanie’s mom- she practically ran the dessert station and enjoyed herself dancing – that’s a super mom! Travis & Stephanie ~ congrats! Tim & I enjoyed photographing your amazing day!

I apologize right now for this CRAZY long post….but it is sooo hard to choose! Paul & Adria were so much fun and it definitely shows below. Holly was their fabulous coordinator and did an amazing job (*she used to coordinate weddings at Disney World)! Every detail was just yummy. They got married in Holland and their reception continued at “Till Midnight” where it had fabulous natural light – which I LOVE! Elvis even came to visit and serenade them, which was followed by a night full of great dancing and late night coney dogs… The ring shot below – is the business card of the amazingly talented Ryan Prins shot with me for the entire day – and during dinner we get to relax a bit – and we’re discussing his new branding and the he hand me his new card which has his name on it and them I flip it over and it says “IN” …I said what’s IN…and he says..are you IN? LOVED IT – and then told him I was using for my ring shot. You see- anyone who shoots with me – my hubby, Betsy, knows…that I am picky about my ring shots! I DONT repeat ring shots. I will take one shot to show the rings – but then there’s the shot….the one that just comes to you as you..and that’s it. If your new to my work – feel free to check out my ring gallery. There are only a handful of photogs that really have fun with these..and I think it’s totally fun. Anyhoo – enjoy this GIGANTIC post and have a great weekend…I’ll be in Chicago..enjoying U2!!!

now~ by family session~ I mean that we took pictures of everyone in the family….I would never try to get family shots for an entire session – we would all be ready to be committed at the end of our attempts!! These fabulous ladies are from lansing and I usually visit them – but I thought the new studio was a great reason for them to come see me! I am so glad- I love every one of these shots! There adorable outfits are a huge thanks to grandma – can she be my grandma?? Terri – I am coming for those shoes- I know where you live! She was scared I was only taking pictures of her shoes..I promised her I wasn’t. Anywhoo – enough blabbering…..enjoy!

Yep – this is wedding blog catch up week -

What an amazing couple! I had so much fun shooting their wedding. Dave & Mackenzie are both teachers…so that’s why they’re ring shot includes pencils! They were married in Zeeland and had their reception at the BOB. I absolutely love when grooms give their bride a note on their wedding day…i think MacKenzie is adorable here reading hers…
I loved their wedding colors….and that’s why I decided to use this blue tiled wall – which I know is a tad over used, but with those bridesmaids dresses – I just couldn’t pass it up! enjoy this little sampling..I spent way toooo long picking which photos to show you!

So, I did post this a few days ago…but my blog was acting up and deleted it?! These are a sampling of the great time I had shooting at my workshops last weekend at the new studio!!! I had so much fun meeting all of you and know you all walked away with a little more knowledge and inspiration! Because these workshops are so popular – and already have inquiries for the next one – I have one more planned this year and will not have another until spring.

The next will be *basic* November 6th @ 2-7p and *advanced* november 7th @9-6p sign up is on the blog, under payments!

**On another note — I have been asked by a few to do “portfolio” workshops, or trash the dress workshops….so I would like to present the idea and see what serious interest I have. Here’s the deal – it would be similar to the video on my wedding site. We would have 5 brides (real & models), professional bobbi brown make-up & hair, and as always – fabulous *sometimes risky* locations to shoot, with guaranteed individual time with each model. I will arrange everything, you just show up and shoot! Why? **these are my favorite! Cost ~ $350 *max 7 photogs – no exceptions – *this will need to be paid at the time of sign up – I will not save spots….Sign up is not available yet – but I would like you to email me if you’re interested….and we’ll go from there. Possible dates are September 27th or October 18th *I always do these on sunday because most places I would like to shoot are not being used.

first ~ the fabulous Ben & Abby…and their adorable dog Finnley
second ~ the family that was my first session ever – 3yrs ago
third ~ my neighbors anniversary photos!
fourth ~ a set of adorable twins and their older brother! *they’ll be at the workshop this weekend!!

**I am seriously too tired to write anymore…sorry it’s 2:15am and I’m going to bed….and that’s early!