Marisa and Carl were married just a little over two weeks ago and boy, was it a wonderful start to our 2024 wedding season! Our day started at the bride’s parents residence where a handful of close friends and family joined Carl and Marissa as they exchanged vows and became Mr. & Mrs. Nord! Right after, they enjoyed an intimate dinner (made in part by the bride’s mom Cathy) in the side lawn complete with speeches and lovely toasts! Our finally destination was Brighton Light house where we just beat a downpour of rain to complete portraits on the property. The rest of the evening was spent eating, dancing, celebrating and completing an outfit change where our bride went from her classic gown to her grandmothers slightly modified gorgeous lace dress! It was such a wonderful evening and I hope you enjoy some of my favorite images from the day!

It is no secret that Petoskey, Michigan is one of the most gorgeous spots in Northern Michigan. When we arrived at the Inn At Bay Harbor for Courtney and Matthews wedding, it was overcast and has just rained. In fact, in the image below you can see some rain puddles on the pavement! But just like Michigan always does, the skies cleared within 15 minutes to the most gorgeous sunny day! The Inn is a spectacular, immaculate location and was made even more beautiful by the waterside ceremony arch covered in seasonal flowers (the lilacs smelled so amazing in the breeze!) that was made by BLOOM floral. Courtney was a stunning bride and her maids in blush pink looked amazing against the water! The groom and his groomsmen were incredibly sharp looking in their black tuxes and no one was cuter than the couples daughter who served as the flower girl for the day. Every detail was beautiful and reflected the couples soft, romantic wedding aesthetic. We were gifted with the most gorgeous sunset as guests sat at the waterside fire and watched the boats go by. The wedding party danced into the warm, summer night and it was another wedding for the books! We hope you enjoy some of our favorites!

Artists & Vendors: Photography: Ashley Slater// Film Developed: The Find Lab// Venue: Inn at Bay Harbor// Florals: BLOOM// Wedding dress:Kenneth Winston from Gina’s bridal boutique//Hair & Makeup- Spa at Inn at Bay Harbor //Officiant- Patrick Ryan (Amazing Day Weddings)//Cake- Ruthanns gourmet bakery//DJ- A+ event entertainment