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Professional Port Huron Wedding Photographer | Melissa & Jesse

Jesse and Melissa were married September 30th 2017 at The Bean Dock on the beautiful St. Clair River, and we were thrilled they asked us to document their special day by being their Professional Port Huron Wedding Photographer. The blue water, mixed with blue skies, made for a gorgeous early fall wedding day.

We arrived to their home early afternoon to document Melissa getting ready with her mom and bridesmaids. The small bridal party consisting of only family members made it so comfortable and welcoming that we felt right at home. Melissa’s mother helped her into her dress privately, while her girls waited outside. Once she was all laced into her corset-backed gown, we went outside and had the best ‘wow moment’ with the bridesmaids. Melissa was STUNNING. The reactions were priceless.

The ceremony was short and sweet performed by long time family friend from the Agostino side of the family. Stepping inside the venue, Melissa and Jesse’s hard work was everywhere you looked. There were so many handcrafted details, and that really made the decorations even more meaningful. We especially loved the additions to the children’s seating, where she placed a disposable camera and a list of ‘Eye Spy’ moments to capture. This helped the little ones get in on the action, and they had so much fun with it all night.

We decided to explore downtown Port Huron for the bridal party photos and it was a great choice for this adventurous group. We were taking photos outside the now-empty Harrington Inn when the caretakers invited us in. There is so much history inside, and we were so happy to preserve those memories for Melissa and Jesse before the Inn is closed for good. Of course, a stroll around Port Huron wouldn’t be complete without stopping into one of the bars downtown before we left. The bartenders at Lynch’s were so gracious, they let everyone behind the bar for tequila shots (whiskey for Courtney-peer pressure!)

Jesse’s hockey teammates formed an arch with their hockey sticks as the bridal party made their way into the reception; an entrance not to be soon forgotten. Our other favorite moments we captured were the emotions in the speeches to the bride and groom, Melissa and Jesse’s first dance under all the beautiful lights, and the gorgeous dessert bar with handmade flowers all around it. We suspect the grooms signature drink, The Michigan Mule made with Vernors & cherry vodka had something to do with all those great moves on the packed dance floor!

It was a fabulous night and we are so honored you choose us to document your day and be your Professional Port Huron Wedding Photographer. If you’re planning a wedding at The Bean Dock and are looking for a photographer, we’d love to connect and grab a coffee and chat!

October 3, 2017
Port Huron Wedding Photographer Team | Gillian & Charlie

We have so many details that we want to share from Gillian and Charlie’s Port Huron wedding, we hardly know where to start. Last fall, Gillian and Charlie contacted us to be their Port Huron Wedding Photographer Team. They were originally planning a wedding for August, however, when their ideal date opened up at the venue, their August wedding changed into a September wedding, and it couldn’t have been a more perfect day.

We started the day photographing Gillian getting ready and her parent’s gorgeous house on Black River. The mood was fun, and festive, and we loved all the nautical details around the home. Gillian is an avid sailor and has a sail boat and was practically born with her sea legs, so we really loved incorporating those small details around her parents house, such as the antique models, and the book her Grandfather wrote, into her wedding detail shots. We loved the reveal she had with her Dad, and the special bond that we captured between the two of them, as well.

Then we headed over to the picturesque St. John’s United Church of Christ in Port Huron, and spent some time with Charlie and his ultra-fun group of groomsmen. From there, the ceremony went off without a hitch, and we were able to spend some time after the service capturing the beauty of the old church with some portraits up front, and inside at the alter, as well. Gillian and Charlie literally tied the knot during their ceremony, and we loved witnessing and photographing that moment.

After that, we cruised around Port Huron in their party bus, and stopped off at some of our favorite downtown Port Huron locations for portraits, before heading back to Gillian’s parent’s house again for more portraits- this time including their dog Zeppelin. He holds a special place in their hearts, and we loved those photos and memories they’ll have.

Their reception took place at the Blue Water Convention Center, and was simply beautiful. Once again, little nautical touches were all over the place and it was awesome. The party lasted well into the night, and the atmosphere was super fun.

We hope you enjoy this small preview into when we were Gillian & Charlie’s Port Huron Wedding Photographer Team. Please feel free to leave the couple some happy wishes in the comment section below. If you’re looking for professional wedding photographers in Port Huron, we’d love to connect!

September 29, 2017
Macomb County Wedding Photography | Ashley & Jeff

We love being wedding photographers in the Metro-Detroit area, and were thrilled when Ashley and Jeff contacted us to do their Macomb County Wedding Photography.

We’re just going to start out by saying Ashley had one of the most gorgeous wedding dresses we’ve ever seen. Everyone (including us) was obsessed with it. We now know what it means to “swoon.” The beauty didn’t end there though. Jeff and Ashley had a gorgeous wedding day, across the board. The temperatures were in the low 70’s, with plenty of sunshine. Their wedding ceremony and reception was held at a private country club, Burning Tree Golf & Country Club of Macomb. The ceremony took place on their fabulous patio facing the golf greens and was a perfect backdrop. Jeff and Ashley chose to wait until the ceremony to see each other, and the anticipation was worth it. Jeff’s face was priceless when he saw his bride for the first time.

After the ceremony, the club lent us golf carts and we got to explore their grounds. There were so many picture- perfect locations for photos we could have kept shooting all evening. But it’s safe to say it was for the best that we got back to the reception. I’m not sure what it is about getting a bridal party on golf carts but the crazy definitely comes out in the most entertaining way. Just a friendly reminder-golf carts are not bumper cars! I’m glad we made it back in one piece.

One of my favorite moments was Jeff spinning Ashley around the dance floor. Watching the two of them together was so sweet. The rest of the night went by in a blur. The food was delicious, the drinks were plenty and we can testify that everyone had a great time. It’s so nice to see the dance floor packed with couples of all ages. Shout out to Ashley’s mom-I don’t think she ever left it! We are always so happy when our couples find their perfect match and we wish them a lifetime of happiness.

If you’re in the market for Macomb County Wedding Photography, or have a wedding booked at Burning Tree, we’d love to chat with you and discuss your upcoming wedding and how our team can fit seamlessly into it.

September 29, 2017
Marriage Celebration Photographers | Steve & Karen

This wasn’t our normal gig, but it was a true marriage celebration because Steve and Karen were already married in Estes Park, Colorado. They contacted Mulberry & Sage Photography to be their Marriage Celebration Photographers, and we knew Steve because he owns the building in which we lease our space for our Downtown Port Huron photography studio. (Have you stopped by the studio? Humble brag moment: it’s pretty much perfect, and amazing. Courtney has some legit decorating skills, and it’s adorable. We love having consultations in our studio, showcasing all our recent work, loud and proud, on the wall.)

Steve and Karen wanted to throw a rockin’ party for their closest family and friends to celebrate their recent nuptials. It was very intimate, but from the very beginning of the evening, you could feel the excitement and energy. Steve and Karen were radiating happiness, and it was contagious to all that was near. It was a picture-perfect day that started with cocktails on the patio. There were a lot of guests that traveled a long distance to be there, so the reunions were wonderful to witness. After catching up over drinks and passed hors d’oeuvres, the guests were brought into the beautiful dinning room at the Port Huron Golf Club, and treated to a fabulous meal. A few toasts were given by close friends, and then it was time for dancing. They had a live band Chateau, and they had everyone on the dance floor all night long. It was hard to keep focused on the job documenting the party, when our feet just wanted to dance along to the music. It was such an incredible event and we are so happy to be part of it. We hope they enjoy these memories, for years to come.

If you’re in the market for some Marriage Celebration Photographers, we’d love to discuss our options with you (in our Port Huron photography studio! Wink face.)

September 28, 2017
Port Huron Backyard Wedding Photographers | Brooke & Mike

We feel like we use the term “backyard wedding” loosely when we describe Mike and Brooke’s amazing and intimate wedding in August. Brooke and Mike contacted Mulberry & Sage Photography to be their Port Huron Backyard Wedding Photographers for their carnival themed wedding happening in Mike’s Dad’s backyard on the Black River. The carnival theme really fit their personalities, because they are both super laid-back, and fun loving.

Mike and Brooke had a private vow ceremony before their ceremony, and read each other their amazing vows in private, and in front of a really cool (and photogenic!) shed that Mike helped his dad custom build. Brooke also had a first look reveal with her Dad, and it was so sweet and heartfelt, we literally were tearing up behind the camera.

Even though their bridal party was large, they were all very fun, and we could immediately tell that they each had a very special connection with the bride and groom. They were so fun, and we wanted to stay all night long and party along with them! Their families also blended perfectly, and everyone got along perfectly and it was all very easy to capture some great photos that we know they will all cherish.

The carnival theme was very unique; it was a bright and colorful theme that was executed perfectly. It was bright and cheery every where you looked, from the bright colored flowers, to the pinwheel groomsmen boutineers, to the centerpieces (candy and colorful hand dipped mason jars), to the ceremony arbor ( a popcorn balloon arch.) The dance floor was awesome too; it was situated between 3 large circus tents and strung with a million tiny twinkling lights above it. They brought in games like skeet-ball, as well as a caricature artist, drawing guests portraits. They had a popcorn and candy bar too. And the food? Probably some of the best BBQ we’ve ever had.

We loved being Mike & Brooke’s Port Huron Backyard Wedding Photographers, and hope you enjoy this small preview into their fun and love-filled wedding day. If you’re in the market for a wedding photographer in Port Huron, Michigan, we’d love to chat!

September 20, 2017