Weddings

Michael and Madison’s Detroit Yacht Club Wedding

January 22, 2025

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

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 really something to experience.

Michael got ready with the guys at the DYC and Madison and her ladies got ready at the Ren Cen before planning to see each other in front of the water at Hart Plaza. We slipped into Detroit for some photos near the DIA and the library before heading to the ceremony at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament. Afterward, guests gathered for cocktail hour while Madison and Michael finished their family portraits. The couple then boarded a friend’s yacht for a stunning grand entrance. Their celebration was nothing short of unforgettable, featuring incredible food, a delightful dessert bar, exquisite details, and Julia McNally capturing the magic by painting a scene from their wedding live. It was a party to remember! It was truly an incredible wedding at the Detroit Yacht Club. Congratulations, Michael and Madison!

Hotel: Detroit Mariott at the Ren Cen
Planner: Your Perfectly Planned Occasion
Hair and Makeup: Drake Artistry Collective
Music and Video Team: jdentertainment.com
Ceremony: Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament
Venue: Detroit Yacht Club
Live Wedding Painter: Julia McNally
Engagement Session: Lake Erie Metropark

scene at the at the Detroit Yacht Club by Michele Maloney Photography
bridesmaids preparing the dress for a dress detail shot
bride and bridesmaids sitting on a bed in their pajamas
groom and his groomsmens tux at the Detroit Yacht Club by Michele Maloney Photography
groom getting dressed at the Detroit Yacht Club by Michele Maloney Photography
bride's mother zipping up her dress
bride's mom putting on bride's bracelet
candid moment of the bride getting her veil ordered
groom enjoying the first look with his bride at hart plaza in Detroit
candid wedding party portrait at the Detroit Yacht Club by Michele Maloney Photography
bride and grooms portrait at the Detroit Yacht Club by Michele Maloney Photography
bride and groom portrait at Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit Michigan by Michele Maloney Photography
groom watching the bride walk down the aisle at Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament by Michele Maloney Photography
father walking the bride down the aisle at Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit Michigan by Michele Maloney Photography
dad giving away his daughter at the alter at Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit Michigan by Michele Maloney Photography
bride and groom at the altar at Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit Michigan by Michele Maloney Photography
exchange of vows during a wedding at Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit Michigan by Michele Maloney Photography
bride and groom receiving a blessing at Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit Michigan by Michele Maloney Photography
bride and groom kiss in the aisle at Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit Michigan by Michele Maloney Photography
bride and groom candid image after the ceremony at Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit Michigan by Michele Maloney Photography
dinner details  at a wedding at the Detroit Yacht Club by Michele Maloney Photography
bride and groom on the water at the Detroit Yacht Club by Michele Maloney Photography
bride and groom's grand entrance to a Detroit Yacht Club Wedding by Michele Maloney Photography
bride and groom reacting to the wedding guests welcoming them to the Detroit Yacht Club by Michele Maloney Photography
Full Dining room at the Detroit Yacht Club by Michele Maloney Photography
bride and groom almost kidding during sunset portraits on the dock during a wedding at the Detroit Yacht Club by Michele Maloney Photography
dad and brides formal dance at a Detroit Yacht Club wedding by Michele Maloney Photography
bride and groom's formal dance at a  Detroit Yacht Club wedding by Michele Maloney Photography
couple doing the YMCA on the dancefloor at Detroit Yacht Club weddding by Michele Maloney Photography
bride signing on the dance floor during a wedding reception at the Detroit Yacht Club by Michele Maloney Photography
night shot of the city of Detroit from a Detroit Yacht Club Wedding by Michele Maloney Photography

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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