Dane + Erin | Traverse City Engagement
Just a few days before their wedding, we met Dane and Erin face to face for the very first time. I remember thinking throughout their engagement session how peaceful and calm they seemed with their wedding less than a week away. But that’s the thing about Dane and Erin; they are so authentically themselves. They know what is important to them and what they care about, so naturally all of the other details just fall into place.
Just a few days before their wedding, we met Dane and Erin face to face for the very first time. I remember thinking throughout their engagement session how peaceful and calm they seemed with their wedding less than a week away. But that’s the thing about Dane and Erin; they are so authentically themselves. They know what is important to them and what they care about, so naturally all of the other details just fall into place.
It was a beautiful evening at the end of July, wildflower fields aglow in golden summer light, when we met Dane and Erin at Maple Bay Natural Area. We frolicked (no, literally) through fields as birds flew overhead, the two of them simply delighting in each other’s company. As they night wore on and the sun began to sink in the sky, we wandered the path through the thick wood that eventually opened to the beach. It was here underneath the moon and to the song of the seagulls that we watched the sunset with these two and looked with eager anticipation to their wedding only three days away.
Jason + Sarah | Timberlee Hills Wedding
I have never seen a bride smile so much as Sarah did on her wedding day. We knew that if their engagement session the Fall prior was any indication, there would be lots of laughter. But nothing could have prepared us for the radiant joy which shone through both Jason and Sarah throughout their wedding day.
I have never seen a bride smile so much as Sarah did on her wedding day. We knew that if their engagement session the Fall prior was any indication, there would be lots of laughter. But nothing could have prepared us for the radiant joy which shone through both Jason and Sarah throughout their wedding day.
Intentional details and memorable moments between guests (see the grandmothers showing up in matching fits!) were some of the highlights from Jason and Sarah’s day. But the true heart was how they showed up so fully for each other and their guests. From being hyped up by their respective bridal parties to a first look to calm all the nerves, Jason and Sarah were grounded and present through every moment. Their wedding day is a beautiful testament to how things turns out when your focus is on the experience and savoring every single precious moment rather than perfection.
Photographed by Miles + Sarah
Venue | Timberlee Hills
Officiant | Lisa Hall w/ Brooks Wedding Ceremonies
Catering | Uptown Catering
Dessert + Cake | Water’s Edge Sweet Tooth
Bridal Bouquet | Sweetwater Floral
Floral Arch | The Wise Bride
DJ | 231 Entertainment
Hair + Make-up | Primp Beauty
Bride’s Dress | Bliss Bridal
Bridesmaids’ Dresses | Azazie
Mens’ Suits | Mens Wearhouse
Jewelry | Saginaw Gold & Clean Origin
Leo + Maya Wedding | Traverse City
Leo and Maya’s wedding day was so full of joy, color, and vibrancy. These two were intentional about every detail of their day, from a private ‘first touch’ in front of the church, to carving out space after the ceremony to slow down for portraits just the two of them beside the stained glass windows. We left with the fullest of hearts, so thankful to be invited into such special occasions such as these.
Leo and Maya’s wedding day was so full of joy, color, and vibrancy. These two were intentional about every detail of their day, from a private ‘first touch’ in front of the church, to carving out space after the ceremony to slow down for portraits just the two of them beside the stained glass windows. Colorful candles burned slowly during the night through emotional toasts, shared laughter, and a dance floor that was never not packed. Leo and Maya’s people sure do know how to celebrate them. As the night ended and Maya sent me home with some extra floral centerpieces, we left with the fullest of hearts, so thankful to be invited into such special occasions such as these.
Photographed by Miles + Sarah
Venue | Twin Lakes Park
Florals | Bride + Family
Catering | Family
Hair | Grace
Bridesmaids Dresses | Azazie
Mens Suits | Mens Wearhouse
Paul + Aleah | Traverse City Wedding
Settled in the woods overlooking the water sat the charming cottage home that Aleah grew up in. Every corner of the home was filled with character and intention. Curated with antique ornate frames, old books, and the most romantically decorated rooms, it was the perfect setting for Paul and Aleah’s wedding.
When Paul and Aleah reached out, their plans were coming together quickly with a date set only a few weeks out.
The had a dream and vision and it all came to life so beautifully.
Settled in the woods overlooking the water sat the charming cottage home that Aleah grew up in. Every corner of the home was filled with character and intention. Curated with antique ornate frames, old books, and the most romantically decorated rooms, it was the perfect setting for Paul and Aleah’s wedding.
Upstairs in her childhood bedroom, Aleah was a Jackie Kennedy inspired vision of a bride. After settling on the perfect earrings and grabbing her bouquet, she came out to the balcony where Paul caught his first glimpse at his bride. Later, beneath a colorful canopy of trees Paul awaited his bride. Her aisle: a stone archway seemingly straight out of a storybook and steps that led down the path to her groom.
To create thoughtful, artful portraits of the two of them in such a beautiful and personal location was a very special privilege. We are so thankful to have been invited to witness and celebrate and be a part of Paul and Aleah’s story.
Photographed by Miles + Sarah
Jay + Lainey Wedding | Timberlee Hills
On a vibrant summer day, Jay and Lainey were wed. Surrounded by all the love and laughter and tears the day could hold, their wedding day was filled with the sweetest moments from the very beginning all the way through the end of the night.
On a vibrant summer day, Jay and Lainey were wed. Surrounded by all the love and laughter and tears the day could hold, their wedding day was filled with the sweetest moments from the very beginning all the way through the end of the night. Their attention to detail (hello— the little portraits of their pets on the matchboxes—how cute!!) and the love and emotions from their friends and family carried the story of their day. From speeches that left everyone bawling to some epic moves on the dance floor, take a look through the special moments that reflected everything wonderful about Jay and Lainey’s wedding day.
Photographed by Miles + Sarah
Venue and Coordination | Timberlee Hills
Caterer | Uptown Catering
DJ | Northern Beat Entertainment
Florist | IndieGrow Flower Farm
Hair + Makeup | Alli Artistry
Bridesmaids Dresses | Show Me Your Mumu
Mens Suits | The Black Tux
Jane + Ben | Romantic Traverse City Wedding
Their wedding day was an overflow of all these good things. Watching the two of them together and everyone surrounding them, it was clearer than ever that God brought them together and it was always meant to be, Jane and Ben.
I remember when Jane first told me about Ben.
Soon after, I had her over for coffee and we talked about the first time they met. Her eyes lit up as she described their very first date.
Later on, we had the two of them over and talked for hours over homemade pizza and wine. We bonded over our mutual love of coffee, people, and Jesus. Late into the night, as we sat around the dining table, they shared their story with us once again.
Their wedding day was an overflow of all these good things. Watching the two of them together and everyone surrounding them, it was clearer than ever that God brought them together and it was always meant to be, Jane and Ben.
Photographed by Miles + Sarah
Venue | Family Property
Day-of Coorinator | Kassidy Bower
Florist | Mack’s Floral Design
Videographer | Scott Berry Films
Hair Stylist | Leah Lane with Salon Saloon
Jewelry | P. Martin Jewelers
Wedding Dress | Lucy by L’amour - Calla Blanche
Bridesmaid Dresses | Billy J
Mens Suits | Paisley & Gray and StudioSuits