Weddings

Ryan + Ashley | Grosse Pointe Yacht Club

March 21, 2022

The Grosse Pointe Yacht Club is one of Detroit’s most extraordinary locations for a wedding.  Sitting on the edge of Lake St. Claire, the views are breathtaking everywhere you look. A thoughtful couple like Ryan and Ashley deserved nothing short of this elegant place to tie the knot! Before their wedding, we talked about what was most important to them in regards to their wedding. Without hesitation, they both agreed they just wanted to spend as much time with their friends and family as they could.

On the morning of the wedding, the girls got ready at Detroit Foundation Hotel, and the guys prepared for the day at their home.

The ceremony took place at Saint Clare of Montefalco Parish. Both Ashley and Ryan carried details that represented family members that are dear to their hearts. Afterward, guests traveled a few miles to the Yacht Club.

Cocktail hour took place on the water which allowed for a sweet breeze from the lake.  Ashley and Ryan attended cocktail hour (a great way to make sure that they got to have meaningful conversations with loved ones and guests). The atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable. We snuck out for a few more photos after dinner, and that was SO worth it. These two are just simply beautiful.

Later that evening, The Jerry Ross band kicked off their first dance. This group took advantage of the dance floor and showed off ALL the moves.

Congratulations, Ryan and Ashley!

Engagement Session: Henry Ford Fairlane Estate
Second Photographer: Ryan Gauper
Hotel: Detroit Foundation Hotel
Dress Store:  The Wedding Shoppe
Hair Stylist:   Lauren at 6 Salon
Makeup Artist: Roman Beauty Detroit
Florist:   Viviano Flower Shop
Cake Maker:  Josef Pastry Shop
DJ/Band:  Jerry Ross Band

Shot of the Detroit Foundation Hotel by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Hair stylist is doing the bride's hair before the ceremony; shot of the wedding dress hanging on the door with the light spilling in by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Detailed shot of the bride's shoes, rings, garter to keep and garter to toss, etc. by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Close up of putting makeup on bride's lips by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Mother of the bride helps bride put on her wedding dress; close up shot of bride putting on shoes from the waist down by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride sitting and reading a card and opening a gift before the ceremony by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney A shot of the bride holding her pearls by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride fastens her earrings; sits and smiles on a couch; bride looks out the window after getting ready by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Close up portrait of the bride sitting and smiling by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Groomsmen get ready at a house by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Groom adjusts his collar by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele MaloneyGroomsmen pour a shot; groom adjusts his sleeves by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Groom looks out the window as he's getting ready by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Shot from the back of bride and father of the bride about to walk down the aisle by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Black and white photo of groom watching his bride walk down the aisle; black and white shot of bride and father of the bride walking down the aisle by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Faraway shot of the wedding ceremony with the guests watching the bride and groom at the altar by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and groom grin at each other as they sit up front at the ceremony; close up shot of the bridesmaids holding their wedding bouquets by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Faraway shot of the bride and groom holding hands and facing each other during the ceremony and the entire wedding party watching by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Shot of the groom holding the brides hands and watching her during the ceremony by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney The groom kisses his bride; 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father of the bride gives a speech; bride looks over at the groom during the reception at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and groom cozy up close for evening portraits at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Faraway shot of the bride holding the grooms arm under a tree at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride hugs groom around his neck and they smile near the dock at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride smiles and looks down for portrait; groom grins with hands in his pockets at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Shot from behind bride and groom, hugging as they look out at the water at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Groom dips his bride as they kiss at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Black and white photo of bride and groom slow dancing; 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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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