Eric + Lily | Traverse City Wedding

It wasn’t supposed to rain. And it definitely wasn’t supposed to downpour like it did. And maybe going down to the beach with a metal sword in the middle of a thunderstorm wasn’t the wisest idea, but it was worth it.

When we pushed our way through the heavy wooden doors of the church after the ceremony, the air felt different than it had that morning. The breeze was picking up, the sky was quickly darkening, and it smelled like rain. A quick check of the radar let us know that a sudden massive thunderstorm was making its way toward us, and fast too. So when we checked with Eric and Lily how they were feeling about our original plans for portraits out at the Old Mission lighthouse, we would have fully understand if they were no longer interested. But, these two have the most adventurous hearts and were absolutely down for photos in the rain.

So off we drove, our windshield wipers going furiously, and thunder that shook the road, until we made our way to the lighthouse parking lot. From there it was a mad dash under our tiny umbrellas and by the time we were done, we were all soaked to the bone. But nothing could wipe the smile from Eric and Lily’s faces. They were reveling in that just married feeling!!

And then, just as quickly, as soon as we arrived to their reception, the sun began to peek back out for a festive evening of tiramisu, caricatures, and dancing.

Looking back, I remember talking to Lily on the phone during our discovery call. When I asked her about her wedding vision, she shared that for the most part, her and Eric were pretty untraditional and it was important that their wedding felt like them. I think it’s pretty safe to say that was a success: their wedding day was so uniquely Eric and Lily and that made it all the more special to witness and capture.

Photographed by Miles + Sarah

Wedding Dress | Annina Dirndl

Florist | Moondance Flower Farm

Rings | Arcadian Antiques

Bolo Tie | June Metal

Hair Stylist | New Growth Hair Lounge

Catering & Tiramisu | Folgarelli’s

Frankfort Family Farm Wedding | Cameron and Jordan

FRANKFORT FAMILY FARM WEDDING

It was a beautiful day for this Frankfort Family Farm Wedding.

Cameron and Jordan started their day surrounded by prayer.

Several months prior, the world changed. Along with it came the changing of many wedding plans. Though they weren't able to have all their loved ones in attendance, Cameron and Jordan were determined to get married. Those who came joined them for their cherry orchard ceremony. Blue skies and sunshine shone down on them as they pledged their vows. It was there that they took communion together and committed their love and devotion to one another.

Immediately after the ceremony, Cameron and Jordan tucked between the cherry trees to enjoy a few quiet moments to themselves. All around them, the cherry trees shone iridescently in the sun. In their faces, the reflection of love and adoration for each other. It was so lovely to witness.

Shortly thereafter, Cameron and Jordan joined their guests for the reception. In the old barn they shared drinks, dances, and laughter.

We ended the night with the two of them dancing on the big lawn while the sun set.

The perfect ending to the perfect summer day.

Coordinator | Alisa Lier - Victoria's Floral Design

Cake Artist | Laura Reznich

Hair Stylist | Infinite Beaute

Wedding Dress | David's Bridal

Suits | Men's Wearhouse

Photographed by Miles + Sarah Photography

2019 Review

Miles and Sarah Photography

Hello friends & Happy New Year!

2019 was a big year for us, both personally and professionally. In January, we were engaged and began planning our wedding for the end of the year. In the midst of this, we photographed ten beautiful couples and their weddings over the duration of the summer, all as associate photographers for Dan and Melissa--Sarah's parents. We married on a gorgeous day in early October and spent our honeymoon in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. When we returned, we wrapped up the 2019 wedding season, thus also ending our time as associate photographers and beginning the journey of our own photography business, as Miles and Sarah Photography!

Building this website has been and continues to be a fun work in progress. We are dedicated to using it to share not only our own stories, but the stories of all the couples we are blessed to capture and the vendor friendships that will continue to flourish and grow in the Northern Michigan community. We couldn't imagine calling anywhere else home or living any other dream than the one we are living. 2020 couples, we are so ready for you!

All that said, what better way to wrap up the year and start the new one than with a blogpost of all our favorite behind-the-scenes moments from our 2019 wedding season? So without further ado, enjoy these silly, ridiculous, real moments that happen on the OTHER side of lens.

Thanks for an awesome wedding season!

- Miles and Sarah Photography