One Year Ago Today…

November 12, 2011

I married my perfect match at the Occidental Grand Xcaret in the Riviera Maya, Mexico.

My friend and bridesmaid, Susan (of toilet paper wedding dress fame), made my wedding dress. She incorporated pieces from my mother’s wedding dress into the shoulder strap.

The bridesmaids dresses were from ASOS (love that shop).

While we were getting ready, our friends were enjoying a day by the water.

We did a first look and read private vows before the ceremony. It was one of my favorite moments of the day.

And who am I to deprive you of photos of our amazing dancing?

Thanks to Stephanie Reeder for joining in on the fun and photographing our week in Mexico.

Cassandra + Shane | Bay City Country Club Wedding

October 18, 2011

Cassandra and Shane were married on 9-10-11, a day that turned out to be perfect for an outdoor late afternoon ceremony. Cassie and Shane—you make a stunning couple, and I loved being a part of your wedding day, from sentimental moments to goofiness and laughter. And I’m absolutely in love with every single one of your sunset portraits.

If you were a guest at the wedding, you can view the wedding gallery and order prints in my shop (the password is the bride’s maiden name, all lowercase).

Lauren + Rob | Old Town + MSU Campus Engagement Session

October 16, 2011

My goodness! I wrote down a list of all of the sessions and weddings that I have yet to blog about this fall, and I am way behind! I blame my sister for loaning me The Hunger Games trilogy (that, and I’ve been knee deep in editing, ordering and shipping out tons of beautiful fall photos).

With that, I’m thrilled to share Lauren and Rob’s engagement session from Old Town Lansing and Michigan State’s campus. Lauren and Rob wanted to incorporate their dog, Milo, who played a key role in Rob’s proposal (Milo had the engagement ring tied around his neck and presented it to Lauren). Lucky for all of us, Milo is quite a photogenic little guy.

Lauren and Rob, thanks for a great evening. Looking forward to your wedding next September!

I love getting back on campus—especially this time of year.

Margaret & Jeff | Detroit Golf Club Wedding

September 29, 2011

I was able to head to Chicago to shoot Margaret and Jeff’s engagement session back in May, and I knew right away that they were going to have a fun wedding. And was I ever right! These two are surrounded by absolutely amazing friends and family, and they made the day such a joy to be a part of.

Thanks you two! I’ll see you soon.

Vendors and thanks:

Church: Blessed Cathedral
Venue: Detroit Golf Club
Second photographer: Heather Jowett (thanks for hanging out with the guys before the wedding, and for many great detail shots at the reception)
Cake and cupcakes: Pink Elephant Cupcakes, Grosse Pointe
Videographer: Josh Krzywonos

If you were a guest at the wedding, you can view the wedding gallery and order prints in my shop (the password is the bride’s maiden name, all lowercase).

Sisters!

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