Holding their wedding at The Lit in Grand Rapids, MI, Shauni and Susie embarked on a lifelong journey surrounded by loved ones. This captivating venue set the stage for their heartfelt ceremony and ensuing exuberant celebrations. But before delving into the enchanting details of their special day, let’s revisit how it all began. The Beginning Shauni and Susie’s love story started in a truly meant-to-be way.Encouraged by family and friends, they crossed paths at a softball game. Little did they know that this serendipitous moment would change their lives forever. Since their fateful meeting, th ..read more

At the Grand Rapids Public Museum in Grand Rapids, MI, Meg and Randall celebrated their special day, surrounded by friends and family. However, the ceremony held in the Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium was undeniably beautiful, and the reception beneath the whale skeleton in Galleria never fails to evoke a touch of magic. Before we delve into the details, let’s rewind and reflect on how it all began! The Beginning To kick-start their love story, it all began with a simple swipe on Tinder. Over five years, they embarked on numerous adventures, shared countless meals, and indulged in their nerdy pa ..read more

Tara and Tyler’s Grand Rapids Museum wedding in Grand Rapids, MI was an intimate and beautiful affair. The unique venue has charm and character, providing a stunning backdrop for their special day. The Beginning Their love story began at Michigan State University, where they were both Resident Assistants. After becoming roommates, they soon realized they had feelings for each other. Despite their differences, they complement each other perfectly. Tara is the “feelings” person while Tyler is the “science” person. They share a playful and affectionate bond and love spending time together. The co ..read more

Alaina and Josh’s bewitching Ivy House wedding in Saugatuck, MI, overflowed with love and heartfelt moments. Their ceremony was a sight to behold, but as the sun set, the reception kicked off, ushering in a night of laughter, dancing, and memories that will last a lifetime. To fully appreciate their special day, let’s start from the beginning. The Beginning At the start of the pandemic, Alaina and Josh met on Hinge and immediately connected. They fell in love with each other’s personalities and continued to support one other when they came out as bi. During a September trip to Salem, they spen ..read more

There is just something whimsical about fall weddings and this one was absolutely unforgettable. I am so excited to share with you Ashley and Erin’s beautiful queer wedding they had at Windmill Island Gardens in Holland, MI. The Beginning Their love story began when they moved onto the same floor of the Van Vleck dorm at Hope College in Holland, MI in the summer of 2014. The pair quickly became friends and found every moment to spend together, from studying (they were in the same freshman health class), to exploring Holland. During their senior year of college, Ashley and Erin set out on their ..read more

Camp Pinewood in Twin Lake, MI was a beautiful place for Tory and Sage to hold their woodland theme queer wedding. These two tied the knot with family and friends present on a gorgeous August day! The lake, the scenic view offered by the campgrounds and the weather completed the vision they had for their nuptials. First, we have to look at how they met one another. The Couple Spring of 2019 was when they connected on a dating app. After getting to know one another a bit, they met up at the Ypsi Pride event on June 7th. During the afterparty where they danced with each other, it ignited the spa ..read more

The Beginning Elopements are more ideal for a couple who want a low maintenance day without guests or a large celebration. Chelsea and Claire did just that with their beautifully simple queer elopement to an Airbnb in Benton, MI. Their love story begins with a dating app, followed by a 5 hour long first date. Since then they have been inseparable, enjoying life together. Their family includes their adopted 3-year-old Rottweiler mix, Sugar. Their hobbies include playing games, swimming at the beach, and spending time with Sugar.  The only people in attendance were the brides themselves and ..read more

The Beginning Is there anything better than an intimate LGBTQ wedding at Palisades Park Beach in Saugatuck, Michigan on a perfect day with gorgeous weather? A beautiful couple is getting married! Two gorgeous brides with infectious smiles and vibrant personalities! The sandy beach and miles of seemingly never ending waters of Lake Michigan created the picture-perfect scene for the pair’s ceremony. Let’s look at how their love story began. While volunteering at an LGBTQ Know Your Rights/Name Change clinic, Kara and Hunter crossed paths. They both attended law school at the University of Michiga ..read more

Documenting a wedding day isn’t just about the tender moments like the first kiss. It can also include capturing the tiny details the bride and groom clearly put a great deal of thought and energy into. From start to finish, Jenny and Zak’s Downtown Market wedding in Grand Rapids Michigan is a Pinterest dream! When asked what they were looking forward to on their big day, Jenny asked “Can I say everything?” She continued “I can’t wait to see Zak during our first look, to take pictures, to share our first dance, to leave knowing I am forever his and he is forever mine! I’m just so excited”. Zak ..read more

The Beginning Everything about this July summer garden wedding was breathtaking! I had the honor of photographing Sam and Romeo, who tied the knot at The Felt Mansion in Holland, Michigan. Their love story began with a dating app in 2016 while living in California. What started as a friendship blossomed in to a relationship in 2017, making it official on Valentine’s Day. They have lived together in New York and California. As of 2021, Sam and Romeo have settled down in their first home in Michigan. The pair appreciates musical theater, politics, and exploring new food. They are also fans of Je ..read more