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Shafik + Gianna’s Intimate Colony Club Celebration

No ceremony, no pressure—just a heartfelt celebration at the Colony Club’s Petite Ballroom. Shafik & Gianna did their wedding their way, with portraits, toasts, and dancing.

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Alli + Jason’s wedding at the Colony Club Detroit

Jason and Alli’s day at The Colony Club Detroit was the perfect mix of joy and tradition. With a private first look, their dog Archie in a starring role, and a packed ballroom celebration, their wedding was full of heart from beginning to end.

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Kirk in the Hills Wedding | Corrine + Luke

Corinne and Luke got married at Kirk in the Hills, the groom’s family church. After a meaningful ceremony, they celebrated with friends and family at The Nova Room in Holly. What an incredible day.

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Summer Wedding at Gem Theatre Detroit

Mia and Raymond’s wedding day started with champagne at the Book Tower and ended with a packed dance floor at the Gem Theatre. Elegant, joyful, and full of love—it was the perfect Detroit summer celebration.

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Alexa + Connor’s Saint John’s Resort Summer Wedding

Alexa and Connor’s Saint John’s Resort summer wedding was the perfect blend of timeless style and personal details. From a heartfelt ceremony to a high-energy dance floor, their day was love

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Engagements

Whimsical Ann Arbor Engagement Session

​Erik and Nicole’s engagement session in Ann Arbor was a blend of their favorite things: good wine, meaningful places, and each other. They started with wine and appetizers at The Earle Restaurant, then caught the sunset at the Arb. Their connection and shared love for the city made for a relaxed and memorable evening.

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Kelsey + Marc’s Spring Cherry Creek Club Wedding

Marc and Kelsey’s Spring Cherry Creek Wedding was filled with sweet moments, heartfelt vows, and a beautiful celebration surrounded by family and friends at Cherry Creek Golf Club.

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Dearborn Country Club Wedding

Joe and Elizabeth’s Dearborn County Club. Elegant and Timeless.

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bride and groom kiss in the aisle at Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit Michigan by Michele Maloney Photography

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Michael and Madison’s Detroit Yacht Club Wedding

The Detroit Yacht Club is a stunning place to gather friends and family to celebrate a wedding. The Mediterranean-styled club is located on an island off of Belle Isle in the Detroit River, and for a water-loving Michigan folks, the DYC villa just feels like home. Everywhere you look, the water surrounds the venue. It’s […]

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Jordan + Harriet’s Timeless Grosse Pointe Farms Wedding

Harriet and Jordan brought in family and friends from all over the world to celebrate their wedding at the Grosse Pointe Academy Chapel. It was the most graceful and blissful day you could imagine.

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Engagements

Mia + Raymond’s Detroit New Year’s Engagement

Kicking off the New Year with love, laughter, and confetti! This Detroit engagement session was the perfect winter celebration for a couple counting down to their summer wedding at the Gem Theatre. From a fun, festive studio shoot to romantic city portraits, every moment was full of joy and magic. A little sparkle, a lot of love—and just the right start to a beautiful year ahead.

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Fall Castle Farms Wedding

Christina and Wiley’s wedding day felt calm and full of meaning. The sun was out, the lake was bright, and everything moved at a natural pace. From a quiet morning on Lake Charlevoix to heartfelt vows at Castle Farms, it was a day about being present and soaking in every moment with the people they love.

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Behind The Lens

About Michele

Mom, Wife, Photographer, Volunteer, Joy Seeker, Faith Driven, Compassionate, Artistic, Creative and Grateful.

Michele is an expert in the industry with over a decade of experience. Spending most of her time raising her kids, volunteering at church, entertaining friends, taking care of her family. As a Southeast Michigan wedding photographer the client experience is her biggest priority. Ultimately wanting to be a part of your day, not only your photographer but a trusted friend. 

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