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“The best love is the kind that awakens the soul and makes us reach for more, that plants a fire in our hearts and brings peace to our minds.” – Nicholas Sparks Enjoy Linda and Brian’s beautiful wedding day as Brandon photographed them and their family at 2GatherMore wedding venue in Auburn Hills and Meadowbrook […]

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Wow, what a beautiful day with Beth and Jimmy! The Lovett Hall and Greenfield Village areas in Dearborn, Michigan are some of our very FAVORITE venues to photograph! Huge congratulations to Beth and Jimmy and thanks for letting us be the ones to capture your day! Photographed by Brandon

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August 6, 2022…the day Jennifer and Jason brought the partayyyyy to Detroit! Imagine gorgeous and elegant wedding details mixed with fun, laughter, and celebration all. day. long. We are so happy for these two amazing humans and thanks for letting us be part of your day! Photographed by Brandon

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Wow! What an amazing day with an incredible couple at the Pine Knob Carriage House in Clarkston, Michigan! Huge congratulations to Lindsay and Noel! Photographed by Brandon

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 “I’m on top of the world looking, down on creation and the only explanation I can find, is the love that I found ever since you’ve been around – your love put me on the top of the world.” – The Carpenters Enjoy Rachel and Brandon’s beautiful wedding day at the Community House in Birmingham, […]

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Enjoy Julie and Andrew’s gorgeous wedding day at one of the most timeless and classic wedding venues in Michigan, the Detroit Athletic Club! Huge congratulations to Julie and Andrew!! Photographed by Brandon

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Remember when backyard weddings were THE ONLY VENUE OPTION during “covid times?” Well, we don’t want the covid but we do want more backyard weddings. Clancy and Jacob’s backyard Michigan wedding was so intimate, personal, and absolutely DREAMY! Congrats to these two! Photographed by Katerina and Angela

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It’s been a while since we have been to the Packard Proving Grounds, a FABULOUS Michigan wedding venue in Shelby Township, Michigan. Rachel and Anthony’s wedding was wonderful and amazing and so much fun! Congratulations to the beautiful couple! Photographed by Brandon Planner: Forever Memories Events (Kristin Isenberg) Hair/makeup: Bridesmaid Beautiful Florist: Love Story Events […]

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This is a shoutout to all 2023 couples getting engaged and looking forward to their dream wedding! Do you know the one thing that your entire wedding will be based around? Color! In fact, the colors of a wedding define the entire event. The color theme is often reflected in every detail, flower, and accent. […]

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From the beautiful Daxton Hotel in Birmingham to one of our favorite churches, Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit, and finally to Andiamo’s in Warren, Natalie and Ricardo’s wedding day was absolutely beautiful! HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to the beautiful couple! Photographed by Brandon Ceremony: Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament Venue/Catering: Andiamos Hair/Makeup: The […]

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Getting married is such an important event in your life. Actually scratch that. It’s THE MOST important event in your life. As you plan all of the details for your perfect day, have you considered that doing a first look (or not doing a first look) will completely shape the timeline and flow of your […]

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If you’re planning a wedding for 2023, no doubt you’re on the hunt for some incredible reception and decor inspiration. Every couple wants their wedding décor to have a unique personal touch. You want decoration that reflects your personality and welcomes your guests to a gorgeous setting and party. Some are planning weddings in popular […]