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Maria + Charlie

Some vintage shoes, a leopard print coat, and super cute folks make a really fun afternoon!

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Kristyn and Tom

Kristyn and Tom are getting married in just a few shorts weeks. They are planning an intimate wedding ceremony out of town this fall but asked if I would capture the two of them in Detroit. We had a blast running around the Eastern Market and catching some of the most lovely summer light. It’s […]

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Matthew & Caitlin

Matt and Cait’s Dearborn Inn wedding was stunning. Family heirlooms, tons of family and friends, and a gorgeous bride. I adore Matt and Cait. Can we do it again?

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Chris & Shea | Fox Hills in Plymouth, michigan

We finally made it.  It seemed like forever ago that Chris and Shea called me, and we met and went crazy over their wedding plans.  And we waited and checked in with each other (and did some of the most fun engagement photos…EVER…(see them here). But June 11th came.  It was warm and sunny (ok hot […]

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Deanna & Michael | Detroit Engagement Session

If you don’t like my normal Miss Sappy-pants writing, then you might want to NOT read this entire post. It’s getting real.  My brother is getting married.  THIS month. A while back Mike called.  You can guess it. I was wondering what was wrong since normal communication normally includes one-line text messages.  But his voice was […]

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Sammi & Daniel | Trenton Engagement Session

A few months ago, I met Sammi at a local coffee shop. We grabbed some brewed goodness and sat for hours dreaming about her June wedding.   But, if you know me, I start dreaming about an engagement too…And I wanted to get to know more about what they love doing together.  So she told me that […]

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Detroit Engagement Session | Chaz & Kristen

So many things, there are just so many things  I could write. First, you have to know, that these two together are really made for each other.  Having known Chaz since our Chippewa days, I can attest that Chaz is the most happy he has ever been. Kristen makes him THIS happy. Chaz and Kristen […]

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Riverwalk Engagement Session | Tara & Kyle

A few months ago I met Tara for a coffee.  We chatted about wedding details, creative portrait locations, school, working nights, how awesome life is…etc.  Yeah, you can imagine. We hit it off. And as usual, I started looking forward to the engagement session.  The summer couldn’t come soon enough. These two have a love […]

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Michelle and David: Metro Detroit Engagement Session

Michelle and David are getting married this summer.  So, we planned to do engagement photos once the weather warmed up just a bit.  It was good. We explored some of my favorite spots in Detroit, toured Belle Isle, and wound up finding some new places to shoot that I l fell in love with.  But […]

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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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