Amway Grand Plaza, McKay Tower-JESSICA AND SHANE

Amway Grand Plaza
McKay Tower
Grand Rapids, MI

Congratulations to Jessica and Shane!! What an elegant, extravagant celebration!

Grand Rapids, MI

Amway Grand Plaza McKay Tower

Congratulations to Jessica and Shane!! What an elegant, extravagant celebration! These two are so fun and connected to each other. I love getting to photograph them because they easily forget the camera and are just tuned into each other.

The two met as co-workers years ago. They had to keep their relationship a secret because they were working together- even from best friends. It all sounds very sneaky and romantic. Years later, Jess and Shane found themselves building a house in Muskegon. They were on a walk by the lake one day, when Shane stopped at a gazebo and proposed. The proposal was caught on film, by someone working on the house with them. Sneaky sneaky.

In case you missed their romantic winter engagement session, you may view it here: https://lookatthebiggerpicture.com/blog/winter-engagement-session-jessica-and-shane  

ArtPrize happened to be our backdrop in the city for the wedding day, which worked out perfectly, as the couple are attached to Grand Rapids and all its main sights. We  played around the blue bridge, the river, Rosa Parks Circle...  The city really is a beautiful background.

I loved the fact that Jessica kept twirling like a giddy little girl. It was adorable.

Thank you so much for choosing me to capture your story. Enjoy the preview!

Special thanks to Caedy Convis, my amazing second photographer!! This day was that much better because of you!

Also, a special mention to the artist, Rena Detrixhe, who created the piece "Watershed", located in public and used in some images. It is a beautiful piece and was so cool to view Jessica and Shane through it!!

Weaver House- Erica and Jen!

Weaver House
West Olive, MI

Congratulations to Erica and Jennifer!!  These two have been together for over five years now. They got engaged in celebration of their anniversary. They were camping when we had our first consult. I knew that I liked them immediately, and that they were some laid back ladies.

I was right. It was such a laid back and fun wedding! This couple was so cute, with their nerves going going going, until they saw each other down that aisle. Then, it was all smiles and hugs. Adorable. I kept laughing at the fact that while each of them was getting ready, they kept saying the exact same phrases.

This was another favorite venue of mine for an intimate celebration. The house was amazing and gave a great space for getting ready, dinner, and photos. The ceremony spot was gorgeous, full of hydrangeas and greenery. It was a beautiful day, all around.

I am so honored that I was chosen to document their special day. Enjoy the preview:

Blue Dress Barn- Amy and Sarah

Blue Dress Barn
Benton Harbor, MI

Congratulations Amy and Sarah! These two met online, and have been together for five and a half years. With their busy schedules, they made sure to make time for each other on Sunday and Monday nights, with wine. I knew I liked them right away with that tidbit.

Amy proposed on their balcony at home, in Chicago. Friends and family gathered below with umbrellas, with one bright red heart umbrella in the center. "I Choose You", by Sarah Bareilles, was playing in the background, and then everyone down below held up a sign asking, "Will you marry me?".

The wedding day was very laid back, at one of the best venues on the west side! My favorite parts of this day were the funnies that weren't expected. Their vows to each other, the dance that Amy and the fellas prepared for Sarah, and the costumes... An alligator dancing with the bride? Why not?

Thank you so much for choosing me to capture your story. You two are so much fun and easy-going!! Two traits to keep with you through all of life's adventures. Here is a sneak peek of the big day: