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Senior Guy Photos Grand Rapids Michigan

As a photographer, every senior session brings something unique, and Nasir’s was no different. We met near the Grand Rapids Art Museum, or GRAM, which provided the perfect backdrop for his photos. Even though it was a shorter session, the energy was relaxed and easy-going, which matched Nasir’s quiet but genuine personality. Nasir attends Grand […]

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Grand Haven Family Photographer

When the Patera family decided it was time to update their family photos, they chose Kirk Park, a stunning county park in Grand Haven. As a Grand Haven family photographer, I had the pleasure of working with the Patera family at this picturesque location, and I’m excited to share how this park provided the perfect […]

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South Haven Proposal Photographer

A few weeks ago, Jeremy reached out to me with a heartfelt request: he wanted to capture a special moment for Gia in South Haven. Being from out of town, he needed a bit of assistance with setting up the proposal, and I was more than happy to step in and help make his vision […]

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The Union Pavilion At Railside Wedding

What an absolutely stunning day it was for Tim and Abigail! Their wedding at the Union Pavilion at Railside in Byron Center was nothing short of magical, and every moment of the day was a testament to their love and the joy they bring to those around them. With a wedding party of 20, finding […]

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Grand Rapids Senior Girl Session

I’m not going to lie—getting around Grand Rapids yesterday was a real struggle due to all the construction. But we weren’t going to let that get us down. For this senior session, we wanted to have fun. Our adventure started at the Civic Theatre, then we went to the Gerald R. Ford Museum, and to […]

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I'm Kara, West Michigan Photographer, Wife, Mom of two kids and our sweet Maltipoo. I hope you stay a while or reach out to chat!

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