andrew + angela | wedding | stafford's perry hotel | petoskey, mi

time and time again, i am reminded that this work that i have the privilege of doing is very much a balance of artistry and relationship.  those two elements collided in fabulous, joyous fashion up north this past saturday.

angela and andrew's stunning celebration was through and through an incredible day. not only did their families go out of the way to make the whole weekend special for our little family with a condo on lake michigan, but they made us feel welcomed into the weekend festivities while allowing me to really enjoy the last weekend of summer in such a beautiful michigan city! from the very first images on the wedding day to the saturday morning session we had with a gorgeous sunrise, these two were the epitome of the perfect clients! and i simply cannot say enough about the gift they and their families were to me, going out of their way to encourage me in the very work i was doing for them. this is why i do what i do!

thank again a&a...everything about last weekend was a gift. may God bless you in your marriage and may these images remind you of those in-between moments of your wedding...and take you back to that joyous day, time and time again!

much love,

-npe  

kevin + allison | wedding | stafford's perry hotel | petoskey, mi

in an industry where we are often judged on what people see...i am reminded time and time again that at the end of the day, when the wedding celebration comes to an end and memories are gathered up in our hearts and minds...my work is so much more than a visual display of moments, but an investment in people and their hopes, dreams, prayers, and joys.  its the subtle interactions, gracious words, common experience...that allows me to recognize what a privilege and honor it is to join each and every bride and groom on their wedding day.

and this past saturday pushed that truth to forefront of my mind, as i watched allison and kevin on their wedding day. these two were so incredibly gracious to me, encouraging and uplifting, serving me while i served them. the unique bond i was honored to share with them made my day all of what it was...responding to the relentless display of beauty and love that my camera tried to capture in an honest fashion. so many bright moments, so much gorgeous light, so many beautiful details. 

thank you, a&k...for your trust in me. i do not take it lightly that such trust is given, and it truly allows me to be my very best for you and your families. may God richly bless you in your marriage as you learn to love one another well, laying down your lives for one another. thank you both for making my job more than worth it*

much love,

-npe

scott + chrissie | wedding | the inn at bay harbor | petoskey, mi

it had been nearly a year since i was last up at bay harbor, but it was still just as beautiful as ever. joining chrissie and scott for their wedding day this past saturday was a treat, and we had incredible weather to compliment an incredible day.

it was quite humorous to think that the swing in temperature from their engagement session to scott and chrissie's wedding was probably about 80 degrees, from winter deep freeze to july sizzle! i am sure their puppy zeke was a lot happier about the sun rather than tromping in the snow. a few morning showers kept things from getting too hot and later, the skies cleared and wonderful memories were made!

thank you s&c for trusting me with your day.  i was so honored to spend it with you and your family and friends. your generosity and kindness was so very evident and i am incredibly grateful. blessings to you two in your marriage - much love to the new mr. & mrs. drew!!

- npe