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Jerry + Kayla | Port 393

Spring vibes, beautiful Michigan sunshine, sand dunes, and a gorgeous couple

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Madison + Michael | Lake Erie

Madison and Michael drove through the night from their home in the Carolinas to grab the last of the beautiful fall weather.  And we met early in the morning to make some of the sweetest engagement photos.  Also, I think I need to own that gorgeous ivory dress. Their June Detroit wedding is going to […]

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Engagements

Caitlyn + Travis

Fall colors, dreamy light, and two hopeless romantics

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Engagements

Sarah + Tom

Sarah and Tom have a deep connection to the city and to Belle Isle. When we spoke, Sarah told me that they grew up in families that did a lot of the same things together around the same events. They have so much in common! In fact, both of them initially went to school to […]

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Weddings

Nick + Bethany | The Red Barn

There are days Maria and I head to a wedding and we are meeting 300 new people.  For me, it’s like a party.  I love meeting new people, getting to document not just a couple, but the people that make their lives to rich.  And yes, we love the details. But Beth and Nick’s wedding […]

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Weddings

Grady + Cathy | The Meeting House Grand Ballroom

Grady and Cathy were married in a ceremony surrounded by their family and friends at the Meeting House Grand Ballroom. And at first glance, it looks like a normal wedding day.  But it really just wasn’t. Dad rehearsed his speech over and over hours before the ceremony.  Everyone teared up when dad saw Cathy right […]

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Portraits

The Bohr Family

When you are up north, Glen Arbor beaches make some of the best spots for family photos.  Love these folks!

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FAMILY

Syed Family Session

I love getting together with couples I photographed….especially when they have new additions to their lives. Look at this sweet, sweet little face!

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Engagements

Melissa + Steve

Melissa + Steve talked to me just a few weeks ago about waiting for some gorgeous snow to hit for their winter engagement session at Kensington Metropark Since these two are planning a winter wedding at the Henry Ford Museum, we figured that we would just wait until Michigan showed up and gave us some […]

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Engagements

Alice + Moss

We grabbed the latest of the fall vibes in November and that sun was everything, and it worked out perfectly with their gorgeous natural color palette.  Congratulations, Alice + Moss!

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Weddings

David + Andreea | Masonic Temple

The blend of David’s Chinese heritage and Andreea’s Romanian culture created a beautiful day rich in moments and memories.

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Michael + Jillian | The H Hotel

Midland is a special place for Mike and Jill, so a reception at the H Hotel was the most fitting spot to celebrate tying the knot. It won’t take long scrolling through Mike and Jill’s wedding day to see that these two adore one another and laugh A LOT. Their joy is absolutely contagious and […]

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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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For those that want to feel the way you felt on your wedding day, let's do this.  

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