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Rainy Spokesmodel Session. Class of 2023

When I planned this session I knew there was a possibility of rain. It’s Michigan. It happens. A lot. However when I asked the girls if we wanted to switch to a studio or just go for it in the rain, they opted for the rain. I wasn’t mad about it. We also only got […]

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2023 Spokesmodel Meet and Greet

This past weekend I had the pleasure of welcoming my new Spokesmodel Team Members. We met at a studio in Grand Rapids where we played some get to know ya games and had our first photoshoot. I can’t wait to roll out their photos these next several months. Make sure to follow along with our […]

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Spokesmodel

Spokesmodel Cap and Gown Sesh 2022

When I set out to do a Senior Spokesmodel Team from the Grand Rapids area I never thought it would be so rewarding. Over the last twelve months they have attended several team sessions and it all ended with one that will stand out above the rest. The cap and gown session is one that […]

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Real Weddings

Trevor and Niki | An Intimate Winter Wedding | Douglas Walker Park Shelter | Byron Center, MI

Due to unforeseen circumstances I was invited to photograph Trevor and Niki’s wedding the day before. I’ve always wanted to photograph winter weddings since they take up half the year here in Michigan. It’s not ideal by any means (It was definitely cold) however they are so darn beautiful. You’ll see throughout the images how […]

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Senior

Nadalee Wheeler Senior Session Pt 2

If you’ve been following my senior spokesmodels this year you would know that Nadalee is a country girl. She loves horses and is active on the farm. During this session she really wanted to showcase her horse Champ. He’s a “Off The Track” horse that she has been working with the last five years to […]

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Engagements

Neil and Jessica

Neil and Jessica met while working at the same company. Jessica worked for corporate and came to Knoxville for work and Neil worked the shows that she went to. They had met before but it just wasn’t the right time. A while later  the universe aligned and they finally decided to give it a try […]

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