james + shannon | wedding | the homestead | glen arbor, mi

it was over a few IPAs at founders that i first met shannon and james. just a girl from chicago and a guy from northampton, england...your average love story right, haha! i knew right away that if i had the chance to photograph their wedding, it would certainly be a privilege! when i got the email asking if i would indeed be a part of their celebration, i was thrilled - we planned for their engagement session to be up at sleeping bear dunes, with their wedding following not far behind with a ceremony at the stunning homestead resort in glen arbor.

last sunday was filled with intimate details, close family and friends, and a couple who couldn't wait to say 'i do.' needless to say, i laughed a lot with this wedding party and made the very most of a day that saw a picturesque fog join us on top of the mountain for the ceremony. i always love returning to the homestead, and this past weekend was no exception.

j&s, thank you so much for your generosity and welcoming spirits. i absolutely loved our time together and hope to see you two again soon, perhaps across the pond sooner than later! i wish you two the very best and am so grateful that i was able to spend such an amazing day with you two!

blessings,

-npe

zach + liz | wedding | the goei center | grand rapids, mi

this past thursday in grand rapids was such a perfect day! gorgeous weather, blue skies, warm temps, and two best friends getting married...what could be better!?

liz and zach's wedding here in the city was such a wonderful day for me. right away i felt welcomed as family, and with a wedding party as fun as those gathered around the couple, how could you not have a blast? we even made a stop at dairy queen, which made for some great images but also just simply a refreshing treat! the ceremony and reception were both at the goei center, a stunning refurbished warehouse here in grand rapids, out of which eastern floral operates. it is always a treat to come back to shoot there, as the character of the space only adds to the richness of each couple's love story.

z&l, congratulations again on your wedding. it was an honor to spend the day with you. blessings in the many years to come of your marriage! much love,

- npe

chris + katie | wedding | hydrangea blu barn | rockford, mi

i had known chris and katie for quite some time from a distance. we attend the same church and have many friends in common..but it was certainly a surprise and honor to get the call from them asking if i would want to document their wedding day.

these two truly are the essence of honesty in their love for one another, both beaming all day as the memories were being made one by one. the joy on his face when chris saw his bride for the first time was undeniable! and when you are around both of them, their happiness and perspective on life is infectious. even with rain having to move the ceremony indoors, katie's demeanor never changed and her appreciation for every moment of her wedding day was so evident.

set against the backdrop of the lovely hydrangea blu barn in rockford, mi - katie and chris didn't let the rain stop them from saying their vows and making the very most of a celebration that brought together their closest friends and family.

thank you both for the privilege of joining you last friday for a wonderful day. it was such a blast! i hope you enjoy your wedding preview*

-npe