the journal

Let me introduce you to the sweetest couple; Alisa and Braxton. From the moment we had our first phone call, I knew they were so special. We immediately became friends. They are the type of people you meet and feel like you’ve known your entire life. I knew I was in for a treat when […]

Becca and Taylor.. where do I even begin with these two? Their love is sweet (as you will find out for yourself as you scroll through these images), but their hearts are sweeter. They are some of the kindest people I’ve met. Our time together was filled with so much laughter. It was truly life-giving […]

Bridget and Matt got married last fall at the Grand Rapids Art Museum in downtown Grand Rapids. It was the most beautiful and sunny fall day, but the best part was the love that was shared between these two. Between Matt’s medical school residency, buying a house (lots of DIY projects!), and Bridget’s law career, […]

Now that “fake spring” is upon us (in Michigan “fake spring” references the time between March and April where we intermittently have really nice, warm days followed by more winter weather to which winter never seems to end) I decided it would be time to share this beautiful winter wedding! Mackenzie and Christian got married […]

I don’t normally do engagement sessions in March because Michigan weather can be so unpredictable. However, I am so glad I made an exception for Courtney and Ben because we lucked out with a 75 degree, sunny, beautiful day! Is it a coincidence that it took place on St. Patrick’s Day? We’ll just say it’s […]

When I shoot the most important day of someone’s life, I want it to be absolutely perfect. I want every bride and groom to come away from their wedding knowing that I loved every moment of that day as much as they did. I want them to be confident that I know exactly how to […]

Now that we’re firmly in the middle of Michigan winter, I love looking back at my summer shoots. Kelsey and Steven brought even more beauty (and love!) to their gorgeous West Michigan wedding venue – and one of my absolute favorites – Hidden Vineyard.  K + S have been together for over a decade, and […]

This is one of my favorite engagement sessions to date.. not just because the venue (Greencrest Manor) was beautiful, but because Ashley and Owen are my kind of people! I got connected with them through a wedding this past summer. Their kindness radiates almost as much as their love does. I cannot wait for their […]

I could NOT wait to share this Warren Dunes State Park engagement session. I can hardly believe these images were taken in late October.. the sunset was stunning. I won’t even tell you that the forecast predicted rain the entire session 😉 Keep scrolling to see the prettiest sunset ever. You won’t be disappointed!

[dropcap]Kelsey + Steven [/dropcap]… to know them is to love them!! The first words out of their mouths as they pulled up to their engagement session were “we’re so excited!”. When those are the first words you hear, you know it’s going to be a fun and unforgettable session! These two drove from the east […]