The Boyds The Royalton | Negril, Jamaica Just when Michigan is at its coldest and crappiest weather, I was able to jet outta here and photograph Ryan and Amanda's wedding in Negril, Jamaica! Not only was the weather absolutely amazing but we had such a great trip! My fiance stood up in the wedding and it felt more like fun and less like work (not that weddings usually feel like work to me, I love my job, but when its for people you know there is something so special about it!). I started the mor.....

TOP 10 REASONS YOU SHOULD ELOPEPHOTOGRAPHY BY BRITTNI MARIE | DESTINATION PHOTOGRAPHER 1.) YOU WANT TO FOCUS ON YOU TWOMan couples choose to elope to focus solely on each other. They want to enjoy the moment together and be completely present. It’s also no surprise that this is one of the reasons.More and more couples decide to elope because they crave authentic moments where they can soak it all in. 2.) YOU WANT SOMETHING INTIMATE AND MEANINGFULImagine being super stressed out about all of t.....

The Lutchkas The Pine Tree Barn I photographed my final wedding of the season on Saturday at one of my favorite venues,The Pine Tree Barn, and it was perfect! Gracie and Jonathan were high school sweethearts they had a magical Christmasy wedding amongst the pine trees. It was absolutely stunning and we even were lucky enough to get some snow. During the first look Jonathan didn't want to turn around right away and it was adorable. His reaction to seeing Gracie was so pure and sweet. It was the p.....

The Chippewas Little Flower Barn Ryan & Kaylene's wedding was so much fun! Between the two of them they had all 8 of their kiddos there. I love seeing families blend together and you can feel how much they all really love each other! Kaylene had two dresses for the wedding and they were both equally beautiful and amazing. After dinner we snuck out for some sunset photos and this little pup ran up and was barking at us. His owner came out and we snapped a few pics with this crazy dog! You can.....

The Lopezes Applewood Farms Wedding Ah what can I say about these two? Nathan & Madison have so much chemistry and what a first kiss!! You could definitely feel the passion! I love that Madison's brother was ring security. You have to throw some fun into a wedding like that.Nathan & Madison had their wedding at Applewood Farms, a quant little barn on top of a hill. From the apple trees, to the wildflowers, this venue was so gorgeous! Madison spent the morning getting ready with her frien.....

The Koseckis Forest Edge Banquet Center It was a warm Saturday afternoon when I joined Maddy at the salon where she was getting ready with her bridesmaids and step daughter Macey. Macey just adores Maddy and the little moments of them together are just the sweetest! Once the ceremony started Adam had the biggest smile waiting for her to walk down the aisle. My favorite part of course was sneaking these two out at sunset for a few moments where they could enjoy being married and I could snag some.....

The Prianos Romantic Backyard Wedding I just love a backyard wedding. I love just how intimate this wedding was. Brian & Samantha were able to cut loose and enjoy all of their guests. They had yard games, lots of dancing, and were married under the trees. It was such a stunning day! The twins were astatic to have Samantha as their new step mom and the love this family shares was truly beautiful! I am pretty sure these two did not stop smiling the entire day. I love seeing a couple truly enjo.....

The Kings Bell Towers Falls There is just something so magical about that evening light pouring in during sunset photos at a wedding! Mike + Sophie were so much fun and down for anything for their photos. The ones of them running together are my favorite! They were smiling ear to ear and if that's not how I spend my wedding, I'm not doing it! These two have been together for 10 years. Sophie didn't think she was going to cry but during the ceremony and first dance she had some happy tears. I lov.....

Brittni is a destination photographer based in Southeast, Michigan. Should I Have Two Wedding Photographers? I get asked this question all the time: What is the benefit of having two photographers at my wedding? There are several reasons to have two photographers at your wedding. 1.) During the getting ready photos typically one photographer will stay with the bride and the other photographer will stay with the groom. 2.) During a first look one photographer will capture the grooms reaction and.....

Why is Wedding Photography so expensive??It's a big question. Its a good question and I have some answers! Price is reflective of the photographer's experience and expertise. Lets face it, your wedding day is a big day. One you will remember for the rest of your life. When you choose a photographer, you are trusting that person to document one of the most important days of your life! It is so important to book someone who will truly capture your day the way you imagine it! ? Lets break down som.....

?So, you've narrowed your wedding budget down to the last penny. But you might be forgetting a costly, but necessary, expense: Tips!Your wedding vendors are KEY to the success of your big day, and if they meet—or exceed—your expectations you're going to want to reward them! But which vendors should you tip? And how much? And when? We know it's confusing, so we've put together a handy-dandy guide to tipping your vendors. A few things to consider:1. First take a good, hard look at your wedding.....

Brittni is an engagement and wedding photographer based in Southeast Michigan but she travels worldwide! So you're recently engaged? Planning your engagement session out will help ease the stress!? Here are some tips to help everything run smoothly so you get photos you LOVE!Choose Your PhotographerThis is an important first step! You want to choose a photographer who's style you love! This way you know you will love your photographs too. A lot of photographers (myself included) will include an.....

WHAT TO WEAR TO YOUR ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS Wear something that feels like you! I get asked a lot, What should we wear to our engagement photos? And the answer is simple! I always recommend wearing something that feels like you! I had a groom to be who always wore flannel shirts so his fiance made sure he wore his favorite flannel to their engagement photos! RecommendationsMake sure your outfits do not clash. For example, if one of you is wearing flannel or plaid and the other is wearing bright purpl.....

The Rotellinis Joey and Ashleys wedding started off full of anticipation and excitement. Ashley used a hair and makeup company that travels in an RV which was super cool and unique! You get the salon experience right at the venue! I had this vision of Ashley's dress hanging out the upstairs window of the venue but I couldn't get the right angle so the DJ gave me a boost onto his trailer for the perfect shot and it was worth it! Thankfully I am not afraid of heights! The ceremony was nestled in a.....

The Keatings Oh where do I even begin? I have been friends with Sarah for years and to see her this happy makes my heart so happy! Just the way Lucas looks at her is the sweetest! Sarah is one of the nicest people I have ever met and is always just so kind! I was so honored to photograph her wedding! They wanted a low key non traditional wedding and it was perfection! It was super important for them to get pictures with a lot of the guests which was super fun! Since it was a small wedding it was.....

The Schweiger Wedding I have traveled to Northern Michigan for so many weddings this year and it has been AMAZING! These two tied the know at The Bluff Preserve in Frankfort, MI. It was nothing short of stunning!Kayla started her morning getting ready with her bridesmaids and her sweet pup! He was the best boy during the morning and was hilarious during the ceremony! I love dogs at weddings! Kaleb spent the morning joking and laughing with the groomsmen! The ceremony overlooked Lake Michigan and.....

The Kent Wedding You might be cool but are you I smoke Cigars with my spouse cool? Yeah, didn't think so!Nina and James have this fun loving chemistry that is just contagious! Meeting James he comes off kind of quieter, but if you saw him dancing at their wedding it was like meeting an entirely different person! These two are just all around fun! This is what relationships are meant to be like! Two people just enjoying life together! As Nina walked down the aisle James eyes just filled with happ.....

The Curle Wedding Talk about a gorgeous couple! I mean seriously! These two high school sweethearts were surrounded by a tight knit group of friends and family. Their ceremony was absolutely stunning overlooking the water at Greystone Golf Course!David was all smiles as Katie walked down the isle. I honestly think that is one of the best reactions to seeing your soon to be bride! They ended the night toasting and dancing the night away under the stars!

The Sabons I've done a lot of weddings over the past few years but this one had such a beautiful ceremony. Their paster had met with them several times before the ceremony and the stories he shared touched my heart. He spoke on the true connection and respect these two have for each other. At the reception Anthony played guitar and sang a song he had written himself to Connie. It was honestly one of those moments that you just want to stop taking photos and enjoy the moment (I didn't but was so.....

The smiths These two are probably two of the most laid back and relaxed people I have ever photographed! They had a small intimate wedding at Vineology in Ann Arbor! Not only was the wedding super stunning, but look at how gorgeous these two are! I mean wow!