Newborns can either be the easiest thing in the world to photograph, or the most challenging.  This little sweetheart was in such a bad mood the day of his big photoshoot that we ended up having to reschedule because NOTHING we tried could calm him down.  Our second attempt was a bit more successful but he was still so interested in what we were doing that he would barely close his little peepers for more than a minute at a time and then he would wake himself up and start wiggling all over.  He is just the cutest thing, and it was hard to go wrong, even with him squirming around.  Thank you so much for inviting me into this precious time in your lives!

I was so excited to take photos of these three gorgeous kids for their mom who received this special photo session as a gift from her awesome husband.  Way to go Greg!  This family is so special to my husband and I.  The first time I met both of them was in the hospital, right after their son was born and then that next year Greg was the best man in our wedding.  To take photos for them now, 9 1/2 years later is a reminder of how fast time goes and how important good friends are.  Thank you for sharing your beautiful children with me and I look forward to the adventures the NEXT decade will bring!

It was such a pleasure to work with Jennifer and Jonny on their wedding day.  They traveled from North Carolina to celebrate their marriage in Jennifer's home town of Grand Rapids.  They had friends and family travel in from all over the country so it was perfect to have the entire day take place right at the JW Marriott.  The wedding party snuck off for a little trolley ride for some fun time together away from the hotel and a few photo ops in a more natural setting.  It was a crazy, hectic day but at then end of it, an amazing time was had by all.  Thank you for including me in your celebration and here's to many years of happiness together.

I love this "voila" moment when the bridesmaids finally figured out how to bustle Jennifer's dress.  It was classic.

The biggest dilemma of the day was which earrings to wear!  Jennifer had two beautiful pairs and after much discussion, decided to go with the pair that best showed her fun loving side.  Great choice, they were perfect!

Jonny is simply one of the funniest guys you will meet.  He had so much fun all day and I really enjoyed watching him soak in every moment and enjoy each second to the fullest.

Jonny was so excited to have found a Mariache band to play at the reception.  He and Jennifer will be having another wedding in Mexico with the rest of his family that couldn't make it.

Thanks to the following vendors for helping make Jennifer & Jonny's day spectacular!

-flowers: Designing Dreams

-dress: David's Bridal 

-rings: Diamonds Direct and Talsma

-hair: Michelle Poorman at Attitudes

-makeup: 

-trolley company: GR Trolley Company

-Mariache Band: Son De Mexicico

-DJ/band: Paradise Entertainment

-Cake: Connie's Cakes