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jordan + molly // birmingham, mi

jenn | May 16, 2013 - 6:10 pm

Sunshine + laughter filled the air on this Friday in April. It was a beautiful day for a wedding and I was honored to be their to celebrate with Jordan + Molly. The entire event was held in Birmingham, Michigan – just minutes from where Molly grew up. The ceremony was at her family’s church – Our Lady Queen of Matyrs and the reception followed at The Townsend Hotel in downtown Birmingham. Molly was radiant – a calm and lovely bride. Jordan was dapper, happy and ready to marry his love. These two had been together for a while and you could sense the anticipation and joy that their wedding day had finally come.

Jordan + Molly, thank-you for allowing me to be a part of your day – it was absolutely wonderful through and through!
See those little kiddos back there? Molly is a kindergarden teacher and she invited her class to the ceremony! The priest was sure to include them in the event!

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james + sam // michigan wedding photography

jenn | April 16, 2013 - 10:48 am

I met Sam several years ago. We were both in college and shared mutual friends. From the moment I met her, I remember her being a sweet, happy individual and I always loved catching up with her whenever I could. One of my first memories of James coincidentally, is at a wedding! He and Sam had been dating for a few months and she was a bridesmaid at a wedding I was attending. At one point, during the reception, the power went out (yes, true story) and James immediately dove in – helping locate and pick-up a generator so that the party could continue. Instantly, I could tell he was confident, yet gracious and kind… and he made Sam even happier than she ever had been. I knew right then that they were made for each other.

Over the last few months as I’ve gotten to know them as a couple and learned more about the two of them, I’ve come to realize that they actually are perfect for each other :) James + Sam adore one another, make each other laugh constantly and deeply care + respect for each other and their loved ones. It was pure joy to watch these two interact with each other and their guests on their wedding day. I’m pretty sure they didn’t stop smiling all day long – they were just too excited that their wedding had finally come! They were wed at Baldwin Street CRC in Jenison, MI and celebrated at Wallinwood Springs Golf Club nearby. The typical March weather tried to “rain” on this party… but as I learned over a year ago, James (+ Sam) won’t let a good party be stopped by anything ;) Congratulations, you two! Enjoy the preview of your day!

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david + karen // Detroit wedding photography

jenn | March 30, 2013 - 1:13 pm

On a cold winter Saturday, we were honored to be a part of the wedding of David + Karen. The entire celebration was held at the beautifully renovated Westin Book Cadillac in downtown Detroit. Many pieces of this day were not typical – the bride wore a stunning royal blue dress, the bride + groom’s children stood as their only bridal party members and the ceremony was officiated by the bride’s high school prom date! It was a day of reminiscing and new beginnings – a day full of excitement, anticipation and joy.

David + Karen met in high school. They were in choir together and shared many mutual friends. College plans took these two separate ways for years. They lived in different states, pursued separate professions and each had a few amazing children. It wasn’t until fate (or their high school homecoming game) brought them back together… And it was love at second sight ;) For the past three years, they have dated across state lines, but it was clear that they were meant to be. Last month, in a stellar venue, with their family and friends next to them; they committed the rest of their lives to each other. The ceremony was simple, but full of grace and love (and a few embarrassing stories from the high school friend who officiated ;)). Jonathan and I couldn’t stop talking about how awesome this day was through and through. David + Karen – THANK-YOU for inviting us into your story and allowing us to be a part of such a wonderful occasion. We are excited for this new chapter for you and wish you nothing but the best! Enjoy the preview of your AWESOME Detroit wedding!

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matthew + kristin – rochester, mi

jenn | February 22, 2013 - 9:11 am

she keeps it simple and I am thankful for her kind of lovin’… ’cause it’s simple / no longer do we wonder if we’re together, we’re way past that and I’ve already asked her / she’s talkin’ to me with her voice down so low I barely hear her, but I know what she’s sayin’ / I understand because my heart and hers are the same // true love is not the kind of thing you should turn down… don’t ever turn it down… And in January we’re gettin’ married
// lyrics from “January Wedding” by the Avett Brothers

Matt + Kristin love each other with a true love that is simple, but full. You can see the depth in the way he looks at her and the way she talks about him… their love is sweet, but fun. And on a wintery Saturday, Matt + Kristin had themselves a January wedding. They vowed forever, toasted with family and friends and celebrated into the snowy eve in Rochester. Personally, these two kicked off the 2013 wedding season for me and I couldn’t have asked for a better way to start the year. If this wedding was an indication of what 2013 is going to hold, I’m totally on board :) Matt + Kristin, thanks for sharing your love… enjoy the preview of your amazing day!
Matt + Kristin had their ceremony in chapel of Faith Lutheran Church in Troy, MI:How do you keep bridesmaids warm during outdoor portraits in the snow? Just like this… :)Their reception was held at the Rochester Community House One of my favorite parts of the day… their first dance. “January Wedding” by the Avett Brothers was just absolutely perfect for this moment.

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michael + trisha – troy, mi wedding

jenn | February 5, 2013 - 5:30 pm

My last wedding of 2012 was spent celebrating Michael + Trisha! Yay!

I have come to really appreciate and enjoy my time with these two. The way Michael + Trisha care about each other and their family and friends is admirable. They respect each other, know how to make each other laugh and know how to love each other so well. Michael + Trisha so graciously invited me into their story and it has been an honor to share in it with them.

These two chose to enter their marriage amongst an intimate gathering of family and friends in southeast Michigan. The ceremony was held at North Hills CRC and dinner followed at The Iroquois Club. There was no snow for this December wedding, but we dodged the rain drops for portraits and stayed warm with a fire and hot cocoa at the reception. It was a perfect Christmas wedding and a wonderful way to cap off the 2012 season! Congratulations, Michael + Trisha!
Trisha, you were a gorgeous bride!Snuck this frame right before Trisha saw Michael for the first time that day. She was nervous, but excited to see her groom!