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All inclusive micro wedding packages in Michigan: A One-of-a-Kind, Stress-free experience If you’re planning a micro wedding in Michigan and dreaming of a day that’s completely centered around you—your timeline, your pace, and your priorities—you’re in the right place. My all inclusive micro wedding package is designed to take the stress off your plate and give […]

How to Plan a Michigan Wedding (Without Losing Your Mind) Planning a Michigan wedding is magical… but let’s be real, it can also feel overwhelming FAST. Between unpredictable weather, tourist seasons, and choosing between wineries, dunes, and city rooftops, it’s a lot, my friends. This guide is your no-fluff, down-to-earth roadmap to planning a Michigan […]

If you’re dreaming of an intimate “I do” with your closest people, Michigan has some absolutely stellar ceremony spots – perfect for weddings with 50 guests or fewer. Whether you’re planning a cozy forest elopement or a lakefront vow exchange, you’re sure to fancy one of these small wedding ceremony sites in Michigan—ideal for micro […]

Planning a Small Wedding at Sleeping Bear Dunes So—you’re trying to plan a micro wedding at Sleeping Bear Dunes, and I get it because it’s quite literally one of my favorite places – and that’s coming from someone who has traveled all over the world. This is one of the most serene and breathtaking places […]

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 […]

How Much Does Wedding Photography Cost in Michigan (And why it’s absolutely  worth it) If you’re planning a wedding in Michigan, chances are you’ve found my blog after just Googling “how much does wedding photography cost in Michigan?” and felt your jaw hit the ground after seeing it’s thousands of dollars. Totally normal. Let’s talk […]

Let’s be real: planning a wedding can feel like trying to host a royal gala on a ramen budget. One minute you’re dreaming of mountaintop vows and champagne towers, the next you’re Googling “can I get married at Castle Farms and still have cake?” As a wedding photographer who’s seen it all—from intimate barefoot beach […]

Eloping in Michigan offers a ton of stunning locations, but few can match the breathtaking views of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Nestled along the northwest coast of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, this natural wonder provides a perfect backdrop for couples like you to have an intimate and unforgettable wedding experience. I had the pleasure of […]

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 the sand […]

When you imagine your wedding day, you probably picture the dress — that one gown that feels like it was made for you. ✨If you’re on the hunt for the best wedding dress shops in Michigan, you’re in luck! Michigan is full of beautiful bridal boutiques that make dress shopping feel way less stressful (and […]

Planning a wedding can feel like juggling a million things at once. One of the biggest questions couples face is figuring out when to book their wedding vendors for a Michigan wedding. Maybe you’ve been eyeing up a specific florist, or had someone recommend a certain DJ. That last thing you want to do is […]

Planning a destination wedding is exciting—but it can also feel a little overwhelming when you’re trying to map out the day from miles away. That’s why having a simple, flexible timeline can be a total game-changer. It’s less about cramming everything in—and more about giving you the space to soak it all in, without stress. […]

If you’re here right now, it’s probably because you’re wondering what a micro wedding is, and if you should have one. Many times, people assume it just means needing less hours of coverage or because you can’t afford a full wedding day. This is a huge misconception. MICRO WEDDING DEFINITION Micro-weddings are so much more […]

I believe micro wedding photography is about really capturing a couples relationship authentically, in a place that makes them feel warm and alive, with the people they love most in the world. I’m not referring to the temperature either. When I say “warm,” I’m talking about that feeling you get when you’re somewhere safe and […]

From our very first Zoom call, I knew Jake and Kendall were something really special. Their bubbly personalities and genuine love for one other is something I  really appreciate about them, as a committed lover of sappy chick-flicks. No shame. We think this kind of love only exists in the movies or our binge-worthy tv […]

Imagine you get your dream inquiry to capture a sleeping bear dunes engagement session in Northern Michigan. You set the date, but then as the session approaches Michigan weather has other plans. Of course the day of it, it doesn’t rain at all until your session is supposed to begin and end. Sometimes you just have to […]