There’s something so special about a Traverse City, Michigan proposal, especially in the fall when the leaves feel like they’re cheering you on! Kevin planned every detail with so much intention, and honestly, it was the sweetest thing to witness. After years together, this was their first ever session, which just made the whole day […]

Yash and Mik’s Sleeping Bear Dunes proposal at Empire Bluff Trail was filled with early-fall color, sweeping Lake Michigan views, and the sweetest surprise moment! We explored the dunes, wandered to Empire Beach, and ended the night along Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive.

So…you’ve found your person. The one you want to make pancakes with forever, take Target runs with, and grow old watching true crime documentaries beside. You’re ready to propose. But where do you even start? Here’s the good news: you don’t need a drone light show or a flash mob or a perfectly choreographed TikTok. […]

There’s something about a Glen Arbor engagement session that feels like pure Michigan magic. And Brad and Paige’s day? It was one for the books. I actually went to school with Paige, so getting to capture her engagement session (and later, her wedding) felt extra special. These two are genuinely some of the sweetest, most […]

Hi, I’m Chel, a Michigan-based wedding and estate wedding photographer specializing in emotion-driven, story-focused imagery for couples who want a celebration that feels intentional, personal, and true to who they are. Michigan Wedding Photographer | Meet Chel I photograph weddings, estate celebrations, proposals, and engagement sessions across Michigan and beyond. While you’ll often find me […]

Photographing Nick and Sarah’s Traverse City engagement session in the middle of a Michigan winter was quiet, relaxed, and honestly kind of perfect. We started at the old State Hospital grounds…always a favorite of mine. The light snow added a soft layer over the historic buildings, and the whole place had that calm winter stillness […]

If you’re dreaming up the perfect Michigan proposal, you’ve got options, and they are seriously romantic. Whether you’re all about the Michigan lake views, quiet vineyards, or urban skylines, this state is beautiful and unique in every season. Here are five unforgettable spots to pop the question in Michigan, plus creative ways to personalize each moment. My […]

You feel it, right? That little tingle that maybe, just maybe, your partner is planning something big?If you’re wondering whether a proposal is just around the corner, you’re not alone…and you’re probably onto something. As a photographer who’s been lucky enough to witness (and help plan!) countless proposals (as well as experience my own like […]

When’s the Best Time to Get Married at Sleeping Bear Dunes? If you’re dreaming about saying “I do” with your toes in the sand and Lake Michigan doing her best impression of the ocean – Sleeping Bear Dunes is the place. But here’s the big question: when is the best time to actually get married […]

Thinking about eloping at Sleeping Bear Dunes? Heck yes – you’ve got stellar taste. Between the rolling dunes, piercing blue Lake Michigan views, and that soft golden light we get right at sunset – it’s 100% one of the most magical spots in the Midwest to say your vows. But before you run barefoot into […]

If you’re considering an engagement session at Sleeping Bear Dunes, this is your sign to do it. There’s a reason you’re considering this location – it’s because it’s epic and beautiful. After traveling quite literally all over the world – this is still one of my favorite areas for capturing beautiful & authentic love stories. […]