Erin and Athens - Sundance Secret Garden Wedding Photos

I’ve been pretty excited to share a full blog from this ultimately colorful wedding, and today seemed like the perfect opportunity to spread some Love.

A few things that I adored about Erin and Athen’s big day that were sweet, and unique:

1. They had a list of VIP guests as opposed to a traditional wedding party. Everyone got to choose a cool outfit, and we took a singular group photo which left plenty of time for partying.
2. They hired THE Dj Myint (If you know, you know.)
3. They decided to both change their last name, giving them the opportunity choose one that really meant something to the both of them. The announcement was a surprise during the reception, revealing that they had hidden it in decor and teased it all over the wedding. That Name? LOVE.
I died.

The day was genuinely all smiles. These two are the best people, and they attract the best people, and I left absolutely grinning from ear to ear.

Congratulations Erin and Athens!

Athens and Erin - Kalamazoo homestead engagement photos

From my very first conversation with Athens and Erin, I could tell they would be an absolute delight to shoot with. They’re both so incredibly happy being their raddest selves with hobbies like yoga instructing, beekeeping, and drumming in a legit band, they only become cooler when they’re with each other.

We took these engagement photos on Athen’s birthday, on the property that these two have enjoyed countless walks and sunsets on. They gave me so much creative freedom, and I’m so madly in love with these photos and this whole experience.

Congratulations you two, I’m so excited for your wedding next year!

Natalie and Libby - Michigan backyard wedding photos

I don’t even know where to start with Natalie and Libby.
On our engagement adventure last year, their humor and taste went so well with my own, that we just naturally kept in touch through the planning process. They have shown me nothing but genuine care and friendship, and that’s how they affect those around them.

Their wedding day was one of my favorites. I adore shooting small, intimate weddings and it’s even more of a bonus when the location means so much to the couple. The ceremony took place on the property belonging to Natalie’s dad, where she grew up and made memories. They did a first look (there were definitely tears) and left such a good amount of time for portraits that I fell in love with too many not to edit an actual ton.

Natalie and Libby, I hope you have an amazing life and many more cats together! You deserve all the best, and I was so thrilled to be part of your day.

Tammy and Paula - South Haven engagement photos

Tammy and Paula are the perfect example of people who are completely complementary to each other. We chose two locations that are special to them in some way, and the rest was just letting them be who they are together. At one point during our shoot, I asked each of them what they loved most about the other person and their answers almost had me in tears. They truly notice and appreciate the little things about each other, and that’s so special to see.

You two are so great together, and I can’t wait for your wedding this summer!

Natalie and Libby - Kalamazoo Asylum Lake engagement photos

When we first arrived for Natalie and Libby’s engagement session, it didn’t take long to feel like everyone had already been old friends. Asylum Lake preserve holds a lot of memories for these two, and so we hiked around to their favorite spots, probably spending no more than 30 seconds not laughing.
You two are so incredible to spend time with, and your life is only going to get more awesome with one another in it.
I can’t wait for your wedding next year!