Wedding photography for couples who want the whole story—not just the pretty parts.
Beautifully directed portraits, honest moments, thoughtful details, and a photographer who knows how to keep the day moving without making it feel like a photo shoot.
Why full-day coverage matters
Your dad straightening his tie.
Your best friend helping with your earrings.
Your grandmother wiping away tears.
The dance floor going completely off the rails.
The story doesn't happen in a single hour...
That's why full-day coverage is my specialty.
Your wedding photography starts long before I arrive with a camera.
Before the Wedding
Timeline planning
Family shot list
Engagement session
Photography priorities
Preparation + logistics
You shouldn't have to figure out how to make the photography fit into your wedding. That's my job.
A Photographer Who Knows When to Step In
Some parts of a wedding day need direction. Some don't.
I'll confidently take charge when it's time for family portraits, help keep the timeline moving, bring energy when the room needs it, and step back when something meaningful is happening naturally.
You shouldn't have to choose between beautiful portraits and honest moments. You get both.
THE WEDDING DAY EXPERIENCE
Not just pretty flat lays. Details give me a chance to document the things you spent time choosing—and create a visual beginning to the gallery.
I'll photograph the real interactions happening around you while also making sure we create beautiful portraits of you, your people, and the details you've worked so hard on.
I'll help with location, timing, and light, then give you space to actually experience it.
This is where my natural direction comes in. I'll give you enough guidance to look incredible without making you feel like you're performing
Ceremony
The vows.
The tears.
The laughter.
The people who matter most.
This is where I earn my keep.
I work from your family list, organize combinations, direct large groups, and keep things moving. Whether that's 12 people or 200, you don't have to figure out how to make everyone cooperate.
Cocktail Hour
Cocktail hour is often where personalities come alive. Candid interactions and classic stand-together-and-smile images.
Reception
Meaningful speeches, emotional reactions, and the wild dance floor moments that make every celebration unique.
Sunset portraits aren't just about beautiful light.
Sunset Portraits
They're an opportunity to pause.
To breathe.
To reconnect.
To spend ten quiet minutes together before the celebration continues.
The photographs are wonderful.
The memories are even better.
Private Last Dance & Exit
One of my favorite moments of the day.
A private last dance gives you a chance to soak everything in before the celebration ends.
From there, we'll gather your guests and create a memorable exit with sparklers, bubbles, or whatever fits your vision.
Editorial + Candid
Beautiful portraits.
Real moments.
Thoughtful details.
The people you love.
The ridiculous dance moves.
You get both.
How your images are finished
True-to-life color
Individually edited
Detailed distraction removal
Color + B&W
High-resolution gallery
Print shop + albums
Your Investment
Full-Day Wedding Photography Begins at $4,200
Most couples choose our signature package:
$5,000 for full-day coverage with two photographers.
More of the people you love, covered at once.
A second photographer means we can be in two places when the day splits—one person with the couple while the other photographs the guests, getting-ready moments, cocktail hour, or another part of the celebration.
All Collections Include:
- Timeline planning assistance
- Wedding day photography coverage
- Extended Online gallery Hosting
- High-resolution downloads
- Engagement session or print credit
- Detailed editing with distraction removal
- Sneak peeks within 48–72 hours
- Full gallery delivered within 6–12 weeks
- Access to professional prints and heirloom albums
Michigan weddings
No travel fee anywhere in Michigan.
Traverse City • Northern Michigan • Grand Traverse • Leelanau • Charlevoix • Petoskey • Bay Harbor • Frankfort • Glen Arbor • Ludington • and beyond.
"We couldn’t be happier with our engagement and wedding photos! Every photo turned out absolutely amazing, and Karly did such a beautiful job capturing all of the special moments throughout both experiences in Traverse City.
What really stood out to us was her incredible attention to detail and how much she cared about making the photos personal to us.
Karly made sure to include the things that were most important to us, like our dogs. She captured not only the big moments, but also all of the little details and emotions that made our day so special.
We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented, thoughtful, and detail-oriented photographer in Michigan"
Jessica and Sergei
"Karly was incredible to work with and her photos truly captured how the day felt. She was so professional but at the same time made us feel like we were old friends taking photos. We felt so comfortable and had so much fun with her which helped the photos turn out so great. She was able to accommodate all of our requests (some being last minute) with such grace and I am forever appreciative of her!"
Rachel and Kevin
Your wedding is going to happen once.
Let's make sure you have the whole thing.