Weddings

Sarah + Garret: A Cozy Winter Wedding in Michigan

May 12, 2020

Snow-flakes

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Out of the bosom of the Air,
      Out of the cloud-folds of her garments shaken,
Over the woodlands brown and bare,
      Over the harvest-fields forsaken,
            Silent, and soft, and slow
            Descends the snow.
Even as our cloudy fancies take
      Suddenly shape in some divine expression,
Even as the troubled heart doth make
      In the white countenance confession,
            The troubled sky reveals
            The grief it feels.
This is the poem of the air,
      Slowly in silent syllables recorded;
This is the secret of despair,
      Long in its cloudy bosom hoarded,
            Now whispered and revealed
            To wood and field.

There’s a quiet charm to Michigan winters, and Sarah and Garret’s wedding day held all that beauty, even without the snow. Our state’s seasons always deliver, and their winter celebration was no exception. They wrapped their guests in warmth and love, choosing rich colors that felt like a comforting embrace.

Those few minutes Sarah shared with her parents before the ceremony, and Garret’s gaze as she walked down that long aisle, were truly special. We captured some traditional portraits at the church, and a few with their wedding party, before heading to Waldenwoods for the reception.

For their creative photos, we did things a little differently. Since Garret wanted to see Sarah for the first time walking down the aisle, and the sun was setting as they left the church, we decided to meet the following week. They put their wedding clothes back on, and we took all the time we needed to create those stunning portraits. I certainly wasn’t going to object to more time behind the camera with them.

Congratulations, Garret and Sarah!

Engagement Session:  Mathie Botanical Gardens (take a peek here)
Second Camera: Jeanine Krupp
Venue: Waldenwoods
Sarah’s Dress: Beckers Bridal 
Invitations: Jen’s Invites made by Jennifer Atamian
Florals: Brumley and Bloom
Garret’s Tux: Bachrach
Cake: Zingermans
Music: Mike Staff

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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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