Couples Lake Michigan beach engagement photos at Duck Lake State Park in Muskegon

Cinematic Lake Michigan Engagement Photos in Muskegon

August 3, 2024

Montana and Travis’s Lake Michigan engagement photos were cinematic, full of fun, and a session that I certainly won’t ever forget! These two drove from Ohio to have their photos taken by me, and that’s a wild feeling to take in. Montana and Travis had fun the whole time. The way they looked at each […]

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Man and woman sitting in a living room during their at-home vintage couple photoshoot in Michigan

Michigan Vintage Couple Photoshoot At-Home

July 17, 2024

This Michigan vintage couple photoshoot felt so intimate, cinematic, and was very vintage film-inspired – the perfect combination. Keane and Kayla really blew it out of the park with this one, and if I could do more sessions like this, I would die. If you love color and 70’s vintage style, reach out to me-I’d […]

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Whimsical Stony Creek Metropark Wedding in Detroit, Michigan

July 17, 2024

Matt and Brenna had such an artsy and whimsical Stony Creek Metropark wedding in Detroit, followed by a very intimate wedding reception at Mabel Gray. I loved that this wedding day had so many candid moments that made their day. As a documentary Michigan wedding photographer, these are the types of moments I love to […]

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Bride and grooms portraits during their Grand Rapids wedding ceremony exit

Editorial Grand Rapids Wedding & Baker Lofts Holland, MI Wedding Reception

July 1, 2024

Carlie and Jake had the most beautiful Grand Rapids wedding ceremony and Baker Lofts Holland, MI wedding reception to follow! This wedding day was full of so much love, the best energy, and the sweetest people! I first met Carlie when I was working part-time at a coffee shop and daydreaming of doing what I […]

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Bride and groom kissing at the end of the aisle during their fall backyard wedding in Michigan

Ultimate Backyard Wedding in Michigan Guide For 2024

July 1, 2024

Looking to plan your backyard wedding in Michigan and trying to find the best tips and things to consider? You’re in luck! As a Michigan wedding photographer, I’ve captured many backyard weddings. Keep scrolling, because I’m about to give you all of the tips you’ll need to plan an epic backyard wedding in Michigan, things […]

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Jam Handy Wedding in Detroit, Michigan

June 8, 2024

Emily and Teddy’s wedding in Detroit Michigan was stunning! They had portraits at both Fisher Building and DIA with the most beautiful ceremony and reception to follow at the Jam Handy wedding venue!

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Editorial Downtown Detroit Engagement Photos

June 8, 2024

I had so much fun with Emah and Sam for their downtown Detroit engagement photos! These two are just so sweet and I had the best time capturing their engagement session at multiple locations in downtown Detroit!

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Couple admiring the black rocks and Lake Superior during their Marquette Michigan engagement photos

Documentary Marquette Michigan Engagement Photos

May 30, 2024

I love Marquette, so when Mackenzie and Kenton reached out to me for their Marquette Michigan engagement photos, I was SO EXCITED! Marquette is just a gem of a location in the Upper Peninsula when it comes to beautiful backdrops and hiking opportunities. For Mackenzie and Kenton, we split their session into two parts. We […]

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Greenhouse at Goldner Walsh Wedding in Pontiac, Michigan

May 14, 2024

Erica and Trevor’s Greenhouse at Goldner Walsh wedding was one that I will never forget! It was so incredibly unique to them and their love, and truly what you’d imagine when you think of a greenhouse wedding!

From their unique save the dates and invitations, Trevor’s awesome embroidered floral suit, to all of the little details and décor! Come see more here, because you won’t want to miss this one!

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Couples engagement photos with their wedding photographer - Marissa Dillon Photography at Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum

4 Benefits of Doing an Engagement Session with Your Wedding Photographer

May 4, 2024

Planning a wedding is no small feat. From picking the perfect venue to finding the right dress, there are a million and one details to take care of. While your wedding day is sure to be beautiful, the months (and sometimes years) leading up to it can be stressful. That’s why I believe that an engagement session with your wedding photographer is so important.

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