My goal is to create a complete story of your wedding day — images you’ll be proud to share now, and grateful to have 50 years from now. My style is rooted in what feels fresh and alive today, yet crafted to remain timeless for generations.

Because the best moments never go out of style.

Petoskey Photographers

18 years
300+ weddings
2000+ portrait sessions

Being in front of a camera can feel vulnerable. We’ve all been there: “Where do I put my hands? How should I smile? Does my arm look okay?” I’ve asked those same questions myself, so I know exactly how nerve-wracking it can feel.

Here’s the truth: you don’t need to know how to pose. You don’t need to know how to look in love while someone’s photographing you — that’s my job. I’ll guide you in a way that feels natural, comfortable, and actually fun.

The best images don’t come from perfect posing. They come when you’re laughing, kissing, moving, and forgetting the camera is even there. My job is to create that space for you — so the joy, connection, and intimacy you feel will shine effortlessly through every photo.

"Where do I put my hands?!"

say hi to birdie!

questionnaire about you, your partner + your photo goals

Personalized help with your wedding day timeline

My process is extremely thorough and I learn so much about you and your partner, we will feel like old friends by the time we get to your wedding. I want to learn your quirks so we can make sure your portraits are customized to who you are as a couple.

More than just photos...

custom year-in-advance timeline so you always feel supported

A chilled, natural red wine or a whiskey sour. 

Go-To Drink order:

Either an interior designer or a psychiatrist.

If I weren’t a photographer, i'd be:

D. Cross-Country Skiing

C. Hiking in the woods

B. Shopping

A. On a boat on Lake Michigan

my ideal day:

I love grocery shopping.

One Very Random Fact:

D. Watching Yellowstone

C. On the phone

B. In bed with my pup and a good book

A. Scrolling instagram

How I unwind at night:

D. All of the above

C. Somebody to love, Queen

B. 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover, Paul Simon

A whole new world, Aladdin

My go to karaoke song:

let's get personal

Let's Get Personal

- Jenna & Ian

“She made us feel comfortable during candid photos and best of all made sure we were having fun! And of course the photos came out perfectly”

kind words

Ready for the fun part?
This is where the magic happens.

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