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These two nature adoring, adventurous lovers chose the beautiful country of Iceland to unite in marriage. I first met them as the snow started to gently fall. We chatted, took a few photos, and then made our way down to a beautiful lake area covered in snow. As their ceremony started, the snow stopped, the […]

Earthy, bohemian, nature. John and Danielle, you are speaking my language! When I photographed their engagement session last fall, I knew their wedding day would be incredible. Northern Michigan boasts some of the most gorgeous scenery and quaint little towns you have ever seen. So I was thrilled when Danielle told me their wedding would […]

After living in the western United States for most of my life, and then living in Michigan for the last ten years, I’ve noticed a trend in photography and weddings. The western side of our great nation seems to have more of a bohemian, carefree style, and the midwest and east coast leans more towards […]

Helllooooo Santa Barbara, California! Why didn’t anyone tell me about this quaint, gorgeous little town?? I spent a few days in SB for the NAPCP photography retreat. It was a wonderful week of learning, delicious food, inspiration, and new and old friends. Speaking of friends…Shaun and Heidi! I’ve known Heidi (Heidi Hope Photography) for a […]

We met Jorge while Travis was in grad school and pretty much just wanted to adopt him into our family from day one. Incredible guy. When we got the email from Jorge that he was engaged, we went all “big sibling” and wanted to know who this Melody person was and if she was good […]

Their story is a special one. It has been nine years in the making and their wedding celebration in downtown Chicago was just as beautiful and vibrant as they are. It was an honor to document you day… huge congratulations Ken and Vicki!! Venue: River Roast Band: TVK Orchestra Video: Leap Weddings A magical location […]

A bit more Tuscan magic coming your way. Mike and Kiley’s “pre-wedding” shoot of love, wine, beautiful scenery, and grapes. Lots of grapes…

This story starts on a gorgeous day under the Tuscan sun. MAN, I’ve wanted to use that phrase for a while now. So, where was I? Oh yes, the weather was perfect. There we were, photographing the wedding of Mike and Kiley, in the most perfect villa, nestled in the most perfect rolling hills of […]

I fully understand there are a lot of images following these words. But, I couldn’t help it. It’s all because of beautiful people, a family I hold dear to my heart, one of the most amazing locations I have ever been to, and of course, true and perfect love. Chris and Theresa are so special […]