products...

I had the opportunity of assisting a local photography company with photographing and organizing various photographs of a product called cards of wood.  They are based here in Western Michigan, and create their products all from wood - so invitations, business cards, Christmas cards, notebooks etc.

Through photographing different products, I was able to explore different options along with different settings to best represent the product.

Here are a few examples of some of the photographs I took.

blissful and fun

I had the opportunity of assisting with a wedding that was located in an adorable "mill" south of Grand Rapids, Michigan.  I have lived in Michigan for a good portion of my life and never realized this adorable area south of where I had spent my highschool and some of my college years.

As I walked into this area, I was overcomed with the beauty and angles in order to portray how quaint and adorable it was.

Here are a few examples - enjoy!

adventures and details

Since I've recently been married, my husband and I (I just love saying that).... have gone on a few adventures around where we live..... adventures that are not only fun for us, but something that we both look forward to.  Our goal is to eventually have seen and photographed all the lighthouses around Michigan - this might take us by the time we are 80, but that is ok - it is a great time to be together and see some beautiful, historical structures.

Recently, I've found a new love for not only photographing old buildings, but also antiques, houses and all the details that we take great time in creating..... an old house reminds me a little bit of a wedding (since I just planned one) - it not only has a lot of love, creativity and care in it, but we take a lot of time in the little details that at times are just overlooked, but were very important to us.  Which I feel is so very true for a wedding - you plan, care, and love that day and then passionately plan and create all these details that you notice but perhaps others won't - so I have a great passion for the details, the love, care and history in all around us.

So here is a little preview of what we saw and experience - Enjoy!

invitations....

It is amazing how things change in just 15 years - I remember when my older sister had to special order her invitations..... now today - you can find invitations at Hobby Lobby, Joann Fabrics and Michael's where you just need to add the names and date and there they are.

Well I can't say that is the route I went, I decided to make my own - for so many reasons, one to incorporate our theme.... the other because I'm cheap - I didn't want to spend a lot of money on invitations..... so here is the outcome.  I have to say I'm rather proud of them :)

My Ring!!! :)

So my amazing fiance was finally able to pick up my ring.... long story, but I have the "real" one now :)  Here are a few pictures that I took today - hated taking it off my finger, but wanted to get some good shots of this amazing ring!!!

scenery

I have had the amazing opportunity of traveling this amazing world that God has created and blessed us with.  Through both growing up and my employment; I've been able to see Brazil, Alaska, England, Israel and Italy.  Each of these places is unique and amazing yet through it all I still step by and look around and think - Wow Lord, this is amazing. 
As I was searching through my pictures, I came across these pictures that I've taken throughout my travels  - I'm fascinated with trees, beautiful old houses and barns.... I admit Turner Classic Movies is one of my favorite channels too :)  So enjoy!  As you step outside - thank God for what He has created!

wedding details

So I have to admit; my time is occupied with wedding stuff and work...... Wow - how crazy it can be, but I know it will be all worth it in the end.  In which - I feel very fortunate because my amazing mother is making my wedding dress and graciously helping me with the food for the reception.  Because it is a small wedding we are able to accomplish this and each weekend it seems that we've conquered the next "adventure" for the wedding.... here are a few pictures that I've taken through my adventure of wedding planning

The picture of the hand are my mother's hands - these are the hands that have loved me, cared for me, and wiped away my tears when needed..... they are amazingly sewing together my wedding dress for my special day!  I owe her so much more than I can give, but the only way I can sum it up is with how much I love her!

Then this strawberry is part of the picnic baskets that we'll have at the reception, my  mom and I tried this three different times and finally perfected it - I can't wait for everyone to enjoy them.... so to those that continue to plan their wedding - happy planning from one bride-to-be to another :)