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  • Thanks for stopping by! The first thing you should know about me is, I LOVE weddings! There is something so precious about two people committing their lives to each other. I love capturing little tender moments that happen; a gentle touch, a warm smile, or a passionate embrace. These are what I call "life's magic".

    Taking pictures of children and families is another passion! I sincerely believe that kids are some of the funniest people on this earth!

    I prefer to shoot outdoors or on location whenever possible using natural light. This includes coming to your home. I have portable studio equipment that I can set up wherever you choose! Studio sessions are available upon request. I am located in Grand Rapids, MI but am willing to travel throughout MI and beyond!

    My style of photography is a blend of photojournalism and planned creative posing. Roam around my site and get a feel for my work. My goal is to make people comfortable and for magic moments to naturally unfold.

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Angela and Jay – Engaged!

Angela and Jay are one of my fabulous 2010 couples. We met last week Sunday in downtown Holland for their engagement session. The weather was perfect and these two couldn’t be any cuter! Check them out!

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Then we headed to Tunnel Park for some fun beach/fall pics. The light was amazing!

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Can’t wait for your big day in June! Enjoy your preview!

Lindsey & Joe – Married October 10!

Lindsey & Joe are two of the sweetest people you will ever meet. They are thoughtful, caring, and warm. I was so honored to photograph their wedding and loved that my last wedding of the season was so memorable and jam-packed with fabulousness! We started the day off in Holland at Our Lake of the Lake church. I LOVE these bouquets! Fall is my absolute FAVORITE time of the year!

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This what a gleaming bride looks like! I love this shot of Lindsey! Her face is pure joy!

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And check out this huge smile as she first walks into the church! She is beaming!

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The bridal party was amazing! They didn’t complain about the cold (even though it actually snowed a tiny bit while we were at the park) and they were willing to do anything that was suggested! You guys ROCK!

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I love these colors together!

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I think these two shots are in my top 10 of the whole day! So sweet and warm (despite the cold temperature).

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Then we were off to downtown GR to the Amway Grand Imperial Ballroom. They made a grand entrance at the top of the stairs.

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Their first dance as husband and wife  took place at the top of the staircase – totally romantic!

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Joe’s face here is so full of LOVE!

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We wandered around the Amway and found some sweet places to pose. These two are naturals! Lindsey, seriously, you could be a model girl!

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Check her out! Hot Mama!

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I will end this post with two pictures snapped by my awesome assistant, Emily. #1 is Lindsey’s uncle. Hee hee! Gotta love a guy who dances!

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#2 is Lindsey’s parents who were obviously ready to ParTay! Yes!

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Enjoy!

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tahnee - March 17, 2010 - 9:33 PM

Hi i was wondering where you got your bridesmaids dresses or who the designer was. they are beautiful and i love the color!!

Paula Metts - October 19, 2009 - 12:17 PM

As a mother, I might be a bit biased….but I think this is a beautiful and very happy couple! Our family couldn’t be happier. Thank you for capturing their day….can’t wait to see the rest of your work.

Tammy Wilson - October 18, 2009 - 4:20 PM

It’s hard to believe how fast she grew up. What a beautiful young woman and so in love.
Tammy

kathy blank - October 18, 2009 - 1:07 PM

These are fabulous!!!! Brings back some great memories!
Thanks for sharing!

Jess - October 17, 2009 - 8:53 PM

WOW…I am so excited to see the rest. These are beautiful! You can’t even tell is was….46 degrees outside!!!

Joe - October 16, 2009 - 11:05 PM

OH MY GOSH!!!! These look sooooo awesome!!! We just got back from our honeymoon and what a treat to come home to these pictures… Thank you again sooooo much for being so easy to work with. Your work is great!

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