MY JOURNAL

and a place for inspiration

This blog is our open journal, a place to slow down and share the stories that have filled our days lately. From recent weddings to lifestyle sessions and creative projects, it’s where we revisit the moments we’ve captured and the atmosphere and emotion that made each one meaningful.

Grand Mère State Park | St. Joseph, Michigan Engagement Session

As we entered Grand Mere State Park, Taylor was instantly taken back to some of her favorite childhood memories; she had lived a couple doors down from this location. As we journeyed down the forest corridor, light began to fill in every crevice between the trees. The sun seemed to light a path straight to […]

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Rustic West Virginia Barn Wedding | Parkersburg, WV

Outside a small barn tucked in the rolling hills of West Virginia is where they said “I do”. Having their family and friends gathered together was extra special as Charity and Mitch would be moving states away shortly. The day was filled with lots of joyful tears and happy moments throughout all of the wedding […]

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Dreamy Dunes Engagement Session | Indiana Dunes National Park | Abbie & Brian

Abbie and Brian’s love for adventure and the outdoors inspired us to photograph their engagement in a beautiful, natural setting. We organized a scenic dune hike where they had sweet moments, laughter, and a romantic picnic. We also included their love for learning new card games, creating special memories as they enjoyed each other’s company […]

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Indiana Dunes National Park | Kari & Johnny’s Chellberg Farm Engagement Session

When Kari + Johnny first started dating they had a little photo shoot on this farm. Neither of them had been back since that moment so it was a special day being there again years later wandering around the farm & trails and petting the animals. You can truly feel their connection without words which […]

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Indiana Dunes Proposal | Central Beach | Michigan City, IN

David got on the phone with us a few weeks out before his planned proposal. He wanted to completely surprise his girlfriend Maggie with a question that would change their lives forever. When the day came, the weather was threatening to rain, but David was set on making it happen. The drizzle seemed to add […]

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Elegant Meets Rustic | White Oak Farm Wedding

Michigan City, Indiana Wedding Kari + Johnny stepped outside their reception to catch the golden light before it set below the tree line. We asked Johnny to think of what he’s excited about for the future and share it with Kari. It was the most emotional moment of the day for him as gratitude washed […]

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Être Farms | Lance & Taylor’s Elegant Bohemian St. Joseph, MI Wedding

Stunning beauty surrounded Taylor + Lance’s day in every way. Their wedding venue, Etre Farms, and all the details of the day were absolutely jaw dropping. The wind was powerful like Lance & Taylor’s love for each other. It brought a sense of expectancy and excitement to the day. Seeing people leap out of the […]

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Modern Glass Palm House Wedding | Franklin Park Conservatory

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens | Columbus, OH The anticipation kicked in as preparations began at, Hotel Leveque, a boutique hotel in Columbus, OH. The atmosphere was calm but expectant. It is one of our favorite parts of the day. As the bride and groom get ready with close family and friends, it all […]

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Laid-Back Botanic Garden Wedding | Abbie and Brian

Friendship Botanic Gardens Wedding | Michigan City, Indiana Abbie + Brian serendipitously met while both visiting their families in the Chicago suburbs. They connected over a love for the outdoors and traveling. Abbie is a teacher and displayed drawings of their wedding from her students; she said in her vows that Brian knows all her […]

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Spring Engagement Session at the Indiana Dunes National Park | Elena + Jordan

When Elena + Jordan were first scheduling their engagement session (+roadtrip to come see us), I realized it was right around the time the lupines would cover the dunes. We all held our breaths hoping it would return. A few days prior, we enjoyed a walk there for Mother’s Day and were elated to let […]

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