Traverse City Wedding Photography

Bride and groom share a romantic moment on a wooden bridge over a pond with a fountain in a lush green garden.

A custom photography experience

designed to keep you fully present with the people you love

Natural posing guidance | Individually edited images | Vibrant, true to life finish

Bride and groom share a romantic moment outdoors, her veil flowing, as she holds white hydrangeas in a lush garden setting.
Emotional wedding guests crying and smiling during outdoor ceremony, seated on wooden chairs in a garden venue.
Joyful outdoor beach wedding ceremony with couple kissing as guests toss confetti under bright blue sky.
Bride and groom sharing a romantic moment leaning against birch trees in a forest wedding photo.
Black and white wedding photo of bride and groom holding hands, soft veil draped over couple in garden setting.
family photos at sleeping bear dunes
Man proposes to woman on sandy beach with floral arrangement, ocean waves and green cliffs in background.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom sharing a tender moment inside a vintage classic car on their wedding day.
Bride and groom watch as elderly guests share a sweet dance at their rustic wedding reception venue.
Bride and groom embracing family members in front of a stone wall at their wedding ceremony.

Weddings | Engagements | Proposals | Family Sessions

 

Beautiful photos matter.

 

How you remember your day matters just as much.



A happy couple enjoys a romantic piggyback ride on a sunny sandy beach with calm blue ocean water in the background.





Your wedding deserves more than a one-size-fits-all photography style. I customize my approach around your personalities, your priorities, and the energy of each part of the day—giving you natural direction when it helps, candid storytelling when it matters most, and timeless images that feel like your memories.


Black and white photo of a smiling bride and groom sitting on rocks by the water in wedding attire.
Black and white photo of a bride in a flowing gown with veil billowing in the wind near a lakeside dock.
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Black and white photo of a young child wrapped in a bride's veil at a wedding, smiling joyfully outdoors.
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A sequence of black and white photos showing a person in a white wedding dress descending a staircase.
A bride in a white wedding dress adjusts her veil while looking in a mirror during wedding preparations.
Wedding party members in dark suits with orange and white floral boutonnieres stand together outdoors in autumn.
Aerial view of a traditional Catholic church interior during a wedding ceremony with green carpet and ornate altar.
Close-up of hands exchanging wedding rings during a traditional marriage ceremony.
Bride and groom exchange vows at outdoor vineyard wedding ceremony under rustic wooden arch with floral arrangements.
Wedding guests enjoy an elegant outdoor reception dinner at long tables decorated with floral centerpieces.
Wedding party wearing lavender bridesmaid dresses poses together outdoors under blue sky with white clouds.
A wedding couple embraces outdoors with a flowing white veil and delicate floral bouquet in soft pastel colors.
Stunning panoramic sequence of a sunset over a tranquil lake with sunburst through clouds and silhouetted trees.

"Karly was so fun to work with and really had an eye for all the details!

It felt like she was a friend whom I’ve known for years, helping me through one of the most important days of my life. Her photos really captured all the emotions of our day. I give her 100 stars."

Hope and Andrew, 2022

Black and white photo of a bride and groom sharing a romantic dip kiss outdoors with ocean views.
  • True to Life

True-to-life in color and lighting.


  • Individually Edited Images

Detailed edits with distraction removal.


  • Documentary and Editorial

Artistic details and moments as they unfold


  • Natural, guided portraits

Candid storytelling and intentional direction so you can look your best & feel like yourself



Full day and Weekend Collections

range from $4,200–6,500

No watching the clock, I’m here for your whole story.

A joyful group dances and celebrates together at a wedding reception in black and white.
People dancing and celebrating at a lively party with colorful lights illuminating the dance floor.
Wedding guests dance and celebrate together on a dimly lit dance floor at an evening reception.
Person in pink satin dress and white sunglasses poses playfully against dark background with glowing orange lights.
Wedding party dancing and celebrating on the dance floor with wooden paneled walls in a dark reception venue.
Romantic couple dancing at an elegant wedding reception with string lights and rustic decor in the background.
Wedding guests dance and celebrate on a dimly lit dance floor decorated with string lights during an evening reception.
Group of party-goers wearing colorful dresses and sunglasses celebrate with pink leis and raised arms at festive event.
Wedding guests dancing together in a reception hall with festive lighting and greenery in the background.

Why My Approach Feels Different


  • I don’t miss moments—and I don’t interrupt them either. I work with two cameras at all times so I’m always ready—no lens swapping, no missed moments. Most of the day, I’m able to photograph from a comfortable distance, which means you and your people can stay fully present while I document what’s actually happening.


  • Your photos will feel natural, flattering, and intentional. I use longer lenses for many portraits, which creates that soft background blur and natural compression you see in my work. It’s more flattering, less distracting, and keeps the focus exactly where it should be—on you.


  • You'll receive custom posing guidance so that you can stay relaxed and confident, knowing you look your best.


  • I’m experienced with large weddings and family dynamics, so you know I can confidently navigate anything that comes up and direct 200 people into one group photo while making it fun for everyone.


  • I don't do burnout You need someone you can trust to be fully present for you before, during and after your wedding. I limit bookings to protect your experience.


  • You deserve someone who cares. I will laugh with you. I will cry with you. I will dance in celebration of you, and I will capture everything through the lens of someone who cares about preserving the legacy of your day as much as you do.


The result: a gallery that captures the full story —the emotion, the people, and the energy of your celebration.


Inquire About Your Wedding Weekend
Black and white photo of bride and groom exchanging vows, each holding small books during outdoor wedding ceremony.
STEP 01

 

Fill out the form

I limit bookings to protect your experience, find out if your date is available.

STEP 02

 

Call or meet up

Let's connect. Tell me about your day and what matters most to you.

STEP 03

 

Picture time

Celebrate! You enjoy your day; I capture the story.

STEP 04

 

Delivering photos

You receive sneaks in 2 days! Full galleries in 6-8 weeks.

Start Planning Your Photography Experience
Bride and groom stand at outdoor vineyard wedding ceremony with wooden folding chairs and lush green vines under cloudy sky.

“Karly was an absolute blast to work with and everyone in my wedding party had fun taking photos together. I truly enjoyed her company at my wedding and if you book with her, you will have the same experience.”

– Jessica and Seth

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Ready to Feel Fully Present on Your Wedding Day?

 

Let’s make sure you can experience it — and remember all of it.

 

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Northern Michigan wedding photography based at Crystal Mountain near Traverse City, documenting weddings across Michigan and throughout the Midwest—with no travel fees anywhere in Michigan.


Treehouse Studios regularly photographs weddings in Traverse City, Charlevoix, Petoskey, Bay Harbor, Glen Arbor, Frankfort, Ludington, and Boyne City, and we love working with couples wherever their celebration takes place.


Planning a destination wedding? Ask about travel options


Engagement sessions, proposals, and family photography are available in the greater Traverse City area, including Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor, and Frankfort. Online booking is available below and on the contact page.