a sweet microwedding
Some weddings leave a lasting mark — not just because of how they looked, but because of how they felt. This Michigan microwedding was one of those days that quietly carves itself into your heart.
From the very beginning, this couple centered their wedding day around intention, connection, and deep-rooted love. Every detail was thoughtfully chosen, and every moment was soaked in meaning. As a Michigan elopement and micro wedding photographer who adores capturing raw, emotional moments, this day was an absolute dream.
An Intimate Ceremony with Deep Roots
The couple chose to read their vows privately before the ceremony, and as if on cue, the clouds literally parted as they began. It was like the universe paused to listen. The moment was quiet, sacred, and full of emotion — a reminder of what these celebrations are really about.
Surrounded by friends and family from all over, the ceremony was officiated by the bride’s sister — one of three sisters present, each sweet and glowing in different stages of pregnancy. That sibling bond was such a strong thread throughout the day, and you could feel how much this couple is deeply loved by their people.
Prioritizing Presence Over Portraits
One of the most meaningful choices this couple made was to skip extended bride and groom portraits in favor of fully experiencing their wedding night. They chose connection over perfection — opting to stay in the moment and soak up time with their guests instead of disappearing for formal photos. As their photographer, I respected that decision so much. It’s a powerful reminder that wedding photography should tell the real story, not pull you out of it.
(And don’t worry — we still captured beautiful, candid moments of them together, wrapped in joy and surrounded by love.)
The Emotional Highs: Speeches, Dances, and Tears
Every speech that evening was packed with emotion — I cried more than once behind my camera. These weren’t your average wedding toasts. They were reflections of deep relationships, shared histories, and heartfelt hopes for the future.
And just when we thought the day couldn’t get any more touching, the father-daughter dance turned into something magical. Halfway through, the bride’s dad surprised everyone by pulling the bride’s mom in to join them on the dance floor. There wasn’t a dry eye in the room. It was the kind of love that inspires generations.
Why I Love Photographing Microweddings in Michigan
This day is the perfect example of why I gravitate toward intimate weddings and elopements. When couples let go of what they “should” do and instead lean into what they truly want, magic happens. The realness, the relationships, the unscripted moments — that’s what I live to capture.
If you're planning a microwedding in Michigan and looking for a photographer who values candid connection and emotion over perfection, I’d be honored to tell your story.
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