The Best Wedding Photographers in Waterford, MI

The Best Wedding Photographers in Waterford, MI

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740 Wedding Photographers in Waterford, MI

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Mike Staff Productions Photography 
Rating: 4.9 (116 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Get stunning wedding photos that fit your budget. Find the perfect Wedding Photographer who matches your style and personality, without any added stress. We qualify every photographer and provide a backup, giving you peace of mind.

“Mike Staff Productions Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, their communication was prompt, informative, and engaging, making us feel completely at ease and confident in their abilities. On the day of the wedding, Vesna and Taylor were not only incredibly talented and creative, capturing the most beautiful, warm, and artistic photos, but they also went above and beyond to make sure every detail was documented, including special photos involving my great grandmother's handkerchief and a touching moment with my grandmother. They were so gracious in taking any photo requests from our guests as well. The entire experience, from booking to the engagement session and the big day, was seamless and resulted in high-quality photos that we will cherish forever. We cannot recommend Mike Staff Productions Photography highly enough.”
Bridget D., a year ago
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Sublime Moments Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (45 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Waterford, MI

I love to shoot love. Look at my images and you'll see what I mean. Pretty much all the brides that hire me say that it was because my pictures are different and they show the love between bride and groom.

“Eugen was a pleasure to work with from the start. Responsive and professional, we were pleased with our choice. On the day, Eugen and his lovely wife/assistant were wonderful, dutifully capturing all the "now one with aunt Marge!"s with a smile and was always unobtrusive. I've worked with some very bossy and downright disrespectful photographers over the years, so Eugen's camera side manner was a delight. He got everything, but never made us feel like we were HIS models for HIS vision....He made us feel like it was OUR night, that WE should be enjoying ourselves, and his job was to capture it without ruining the moments, nor making anything forced or overly posed. Everything felt very natural and easy on the day and that's all we could ask for. Well...also great pictures and boy did Eugen deliver! We ARE THRILLED with the shots he took and feel he really captured the vibe and provided cherished memories. Would absolutely hire again! Thanks a million! M”
Meredith H., 5 days ago
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Hannah McLane Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
Waterford, MI
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500

Hi, I'm Hannah! I am passionate about capturing love in the most authentic and candid way possible. Hannah McLane Photo is designed for the modern + chic couple! Every love story is unique and I love representing that through my work.

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“From the moment we booked Hannah McLane Photo, we were impressed by their immediate, clear, and thorough communication. Throughout the entire wedding planning process, Hannah and her team were incredibly personable and provided a high-end, luxury experience. On the day of our wedding, Hannah's expertise and attention to detail helped ensure everything went smoothly - we truly would not have had such a great day without her. I would honestly recommend Hannah's services to anyone getting married, as our whole process was made so much more special by her. Hannah McLane Photo exceeded our expectations in every way.”
Samantha, a year ago
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Savvy Shoots Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
Waterford, MI
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200

Our Savvy Shoots team creatively documents your wedding day while ensuring a reliable and enjoyable experience! Our clients are our main priority. From timeline creation to exclusive deals with other vendors, our job is to make wedding planning less stressful and more exciting!

Awarded Best of Zola
“Savannah did an AMAZING job. Her hubby was there to help and both were so patient, kind, and professional throughout the entire ceremony and reception. We had multiple calls to go over our wedding timeline and what to expect. She always communicated and responded quickly to any questions or concerns that I had. We had a few changes and she adapted quickly. She also helped ease my nerves on our big day. From our first look, to walking down the aisle, first dance, and family photos. When I look back at my photos I feel all the butterflies again. It was important to capture every detail since we did not do a video photographer. And she did exactly that! She sent us some sneak peaks and we got to share those moments with family and friends and they had nothing but amazing things to say about her as well. If I could to back and do it all again I would choose her again and again!! I can’t recommend her enough!!! Thank you so so much. Can’t wait to work together again.”
Zaina, 2 years ago
Jessica Schaefer Photos 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Waterford, MI

    Time and time again clients have told me I feel like a friend on their wedding day. I love being that kind of friend who gets to support them through, be a part of, and capture their “we will always remember this day” moments. Leading up to your wedding day it’ll be clear how whole-heartedly invested I am in creating a plan to bring your vision to life and making it happen. That is what ultimately creates a relaxed atmosphere ON your wedding day. You'll be able to trust your memories are in the best possible hands whether I’m guiding you through fun prompts, corralling families for portraits, hyping you up, or out-of-sight capturing details.

    “Jessica is quite literally the best photographer, hype girl, right hand gal you could want the day of your wedding. She is so organized and stayed on time all day and she really makes sure to prioritize what YOU want for your photos. She also was able to read my mind when I got a little overwhelmed and brought me right back to focus on the best day ever. She handled our big wedding party perfectly! Our photos are amazing I couldn’t have asked for more perfect photos. She also works with your budget and is worth every penny and more! We also did our engagement session with Jessica and it was so fun and amazing. We were a little shy and she knew just the right poses and things to say to have us giggling and making our photos look so natural. You will not regret picking Jessica as your photographer for your big day!”
    Jackie F., 10 months ago
    Amanda Biddle Photography 
    Waterford, MI
    • Photojournalistic style

    Hi! I'm Amanda. I've been a photographer for 10 years now. I recently quit my full time job to pursue photography full time! It has been a dream come true and such a blessing. As you can see by our picture, I'm a mom of two humans, two dogs, a cat(coming soon), and hopefully one day, chickens!!!I have worked all sorts of jobs and being a Photographer is by far my favorite. It's important to me that my clients have an unforgettable experience from inquiry, to delivering your images and orders. I go out of my way to reduce the stress of planning outfits and thinking of the perfect location and poses.

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    Life & Lights Photography 
    Rating: 5.0 (96 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $3,300
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    I’m Shuhrat, a Detroit-based wedding photographer (and therapist by trade!) who believes in slowing down, making you feel comfortable, and documenting your love with authenticity and warmth. I’m not just showing up with a camera, I’m showing up for you.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “Shuhrat is absolutely amazing to work with. Her attention to detail, ability to direct a group, and her personality made the day go absolutely perfectly. I can’t emphasize enough how happy we were to have her. Thank you so much for everything!!”
    Alena, a year ago
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    Freddy Ray | Love Photography 
    Rating: 5.0 (84 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Editorial style
    • Starts at $2,900
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    I am Freddy Ray, a former college athlete and corporate executive with an engineering background. I blend technical precision with a refined editorial eye to capture genuine joy and timeless connection with intention. Let’s capture hearts and smiles, the Freddy Ray Way.

    “Freddy Ray delivered best in class service for our Mom's Big Milestone Birthday! From excellent communication, to giving us suggestions & providing fantastic, in-the-moment photos, Freddy went above and beyond. I hope to work with him again and highly, highly recommend his work. Thank you so much, Freddy Ray!”
    Lisa W., 8 months ago
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    Kendall Jewel Photography LLC 
    Rating: 4.9 (71 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $4,300
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    Hi, I'm Kendall, a portrait and wedding photographer based in Mid Michigan. As a photographer, I view every shoot as an opportunity to capture the beauty in the little moments- to make a masterpiece out of something that, to the naked eye, would seem mundane. My mission is to capture your story as beautifully as you've lived it through the perfect mix of a candid and editorial approach.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “I had been admiring Kendall's work on Instagram long before getting engaged, so booking her was an absolute dream come true! Her style is breathtaking, timeless, and full of emotion. She captures the true feel of a moment so vividly that looking at her photos instantly brings back the music, laughter, and magic of the day. Choosing Kendall was hands down one of the best decisions we made! When weather forced us to pivot our photo schedule, Kendall and Tanner rolled with the punches effortlessly. They brought such a fun, relaxed vibe to the whole day—it felt like hanging out with best friends who were just as excited for us as our guests were. Overall, Kendall was wonderfully communicative throughout the entire planning process. Her care and passion for her work shine through everything she does, and we couldn't recommend her highly enough!”
    Kimberly G., a month ago
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    MacLachlan Studio 
    Rating: 5.0 (44 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Starts at $3,400
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    My name is Marisa, and because I'm almost positive you just read that as Marissa, I'll go ahead and say its Marie-sa. It's fine, it happens all the time haha. Born and raised in Michigan, and I secretly love it. As cliche as it may sound, I'm married to my high school sweetheart and we have 3 beautiful babes. I photograph mostly lifestyle sessions and weddings in the metro detroit and surrounding areas. I'm passionate about capturing the raw beauty of life and love through photography. Everyone's story is different and I am so here for it. Let me capture your story for you, or even better, lets be friends. I friggin mean it.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “Marisa was so wonderful to work with! She was upbeat, funny, and so accommodating. She was able to capture our day so perfectly, and we couldn't have asked for a better photographer. Not to mention she did the most amazing engagement photos for us as well! I would highly recommend her to anyone!”
    Rachel S., 2 years ago
    Jordan Rose Photography 
    Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $5,200
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    Hi, I’m Jordan, the photographer behind Jordan Rose Photography. I am a Metro Detroit based wedding photographer serving couples throughout Michigan and beyond. My style is candid and documentary with true to life editing that will not feel trendy years from now. I focus on capturing what your day actually felt like, while guiding you when needed so you feel natural, confident, and fully present from start to finish.

    “Jordan’s exceptional creativity was evident in every photo she captured, transforming ordinary moments into extraordinary memories. From the initial consultation to the final product, she made us feel completely at ease, guiding us through poses and locations effortlessly. Her keen eye for detail and ability to capture the essence of our relationship resulted in stunning images that exceeded our expectations. Overall, working with Jordan was a joyous and memorable experience, and we highly recommend her to anyone seeking a talented and personable couples photographer.”
    Autumn, 3 years ago
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    Creare Media 
    Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $1,200
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    We are a husband and wife wedding photography team who capture candid and expertly posed events. We love detail work and capturing fun and happy memories! We make it our mission to enjoy each event with our clients and make them as comfortable and at ease as possible! We make every session and event unique and customized for each clients tastes and goals. We love new challenges and theme inspirations!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “Creare Media was an absolute dream to work with as our wedding photographers! From our first interaction, they were quick to respond, professional in their communication, and had a wonderful, energetic presence. Their work was truly amazing - moody, fun, and incredibly creative. The photos they captured of our special day perfectly encapsulate the joy and love we felt. We couldn't be happier with the final product and highly recommend Creare Media to any couple looking for talented, passionate photographers to document their wedding.”
    Brianna L., a year ago
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    Brettina Mae Photography 
    Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $2,000
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    My name is Brettina and I am a wedding and family photographer. I live in Michigan but travel all over the world! My goal is to make you feel comfortable and beautiful, because you are. As a part of the LGBTQ+ community, I strive for inclusivity in my personal life as well as my photography. I am a huge advocate for capturing the world you see before you and not a fake perception of that world. I am welcoming of all and will photograph all regardless of race, religion, gender expression and identity, sexual orientation, age, size, ability, ethnicity, or culture. Our world is diverse and my portfolio should be too.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “Brettina was a dream to work with. She was professional, communicative and delivered absolutely beautiful photos. I feel like our photos really captured who we are and how we wanted our wedding to feel. We love our posed portraits, but she also has an eye for the most heartfelt candid shots that I come back to again and again. We received our final photos promptly, and it’s clear how much care was put into each one. Brettina was super encouraging throughout our engagement session and wedding day, so it was always comfortable being with her even though we aren’t usually ones to take pictures… and she’s fun, too! We truly enjoyed having Brettina for our wedding and I would recommend her to anybody. THANK YOU!!”
    Jobi H., a year ago
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    Chad Wu Photography 
    Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $3,000
    • Serves Waterford, MI
    • Offer

    I'm an award-winning Olympia and Detroit-based photographer, nature enthusiast, world traveler, mountain biker, and snowboarder. I love being able to freeze a moment in time, whether it’s capturing the energy and emotion of a wedding or the tranquility of a landscape. Sharing my unique perspective is one of my favorite parts about photography.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “Chad was an absolutely amazing photographer! He is a very skilled photographer and was knowledgeable about the location to find the perfect places to capture memories of our special day. Friendly and easy communication made everything simple.”
    Denise D., a year ago
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    C’est La Vie Photographie 
    Rating: 4.8 (17 reviews)
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $2,250
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    Hi there! My name is Tonya, it’s great to meet you! I am a mom to two kiddos who loves capturing memories. If you’re here, that means congratulations are in order on your engagement! Wedding planning, while stressful, is such an exciting journey leading to the start of your lives together. My hope is to capture those moments for you to relive over and over again throughout your lives. I have been photographing weddings since 2018. It’s a joy that I can’t put into words. Seeing two people love one another, capturing the creativity of each individual and unique wedding, it’s something I love having the opportunity to do!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “Tonya had a lovely, quality approach to capturing our special day, and her knowledgeable expertise really shone through. Tonya's very chill vibe matched our own and helped ease any stress on the wedding day, allowing us to simply enjoy the moment. We got our preview photos very quickly which is always nice - and we can't wait to see them all, we know they'll be stellar.”
    Zenobia, 2 years ago
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    Meininger Media 
    Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $3,500
    • Serves Waterford, MI
    • Offer

    Bold, unfiltered wedding photography for couples who want their photos to actually feel like them. You don't need to know how to pose. You don't need a Pinterest-perfect wedding. And you definitely don't need to tone yourselves down for my camera. I'm Katy, a Detroit wedding photographer capturing the big feelings, belly laughs, happy tears, packed dance floors, killer portraits, and all the beautifully chaotic shit in between. Most of my couples tell me they're awkward in front of a camera. Good. Those are my favorite people. My job isn't to turn you into models. It's to give you enough direction to look damn good while still letting you be yourselves.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “Where to begin? Finding Katy was truly one of the biggest blessings of our wedding process. It was very important to find a photographer who we felt had, and actively displayed, the ability to photograph in an inclusive, respectful and honest manner. We are an interfaith couple with family and friends who fall everywhere along the social, identity and religious spectrum. Once we found Katy, we were blown away by the love, care and diversity showcased in her portfolio. Upon meeting with her virtually, we were convinced that she was the right person. Katy is kind, understanding and VERY good at what she does. When it comes to the work, Katy was proactive without being pushy and really took to heart what we wanted out of our photos. Over the course of the experience, we were able to develop a real friendship with her because she is that good of a person. The day of the event, Katy was locked in and on top of everything. Prior to our weekend, she had done an amazing job of giving us prep sheets and coordinating as much detail as possible so the big day could just glide. Katy and her second shooter Jen (who was amazing, too!) were professional, fun and didn't miss a moment of the day. Everything from planned photos to impromptu shots felt fun and natural. Getting back the album completely blew past our expectations. Every photo captured exactly what we had discussed with her. So many photographs left us speechless. Katy should be at the top of your list if you want great photos full of love, care, and magic. She is down to earth and was the only photographer we spoke to that didn't make us feel like we were just another gig for them.”
    Gabriel, 2 years ago
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    Catie Eovaldi Photography LLC 
    Rating: 4.4 (16 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $4,000
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    You deserve to feel fully present in the most special moments of your life. Yet, once those moments pass into memories, you equally deserve to have something to look back on. I am here to help you relive the beauty & emotion of every chapter of your story. When I'm a part of your most meaningful days, I allow your memories to naturally unfold as I preserve them in elegant photos that you will cherish for years to come.

    “Catie and her team captured all our special moments on our wedding day! As an out of state couple, Catie was very flexible with our schedule and we were very confident in her understanding of what we wanted going into our wedding day! On our wedding day, Catie and her team were flexible to ensure they were there to capture every moment! From planned out shots to candid shots, Catie’s work is beautiful and we are so happy with the photos from our wedding day! We highly recommended her to any wedding or event as she is so wonderful to work with!”
    Marta, a year ago
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    Jen Marie Imagery 
    Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $2,250
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    Hi!! I'm Jen, the heart and soul behind Jen Marie Imagery! I'm passionate about creating unforgettable memories through my lens. Beyond being a dedicated photographer, I'm a coffee lover, taco enthusiast, concert junkie, Netflix aficionado, and proud pet parent. My journey with photography started as a childhood passion, using up all my mom's film on disposable cameras. What began as a hobby transformed into my life's calling in 2016 when I booked my first wedding. From that moment, I knew I had found my true purpose. There’s nothing I love more than photographing love!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “Jen was absolutely incredible to work with! From the very beginning, her communication was clear, prompt, and so reassuring. She brought such a friendly, calming presence to our wedding day and truly went above and beyond to make everything run smoothly. She made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera, and the photos she captured are absolutely stunning. We can’t thank her enough for being such an important part of our wedding day! Highly, highly recommend!”
    Taylor and J., a year ago
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    J&B Patton Photography 
    Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $3,100
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    Hello! Jodi and Bryan here. We specialize in the wedding and engagement photography. We believe in transparent, straight forward pricing and delivering a great experience.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “From our first conversation with J&B Patton Photography, we knew we'd found our team. Jodi and Bryan communicated every step of the way with clarity and went above and beyond to answer our questions and ease our nerves. On the day of our wedding, they made us feel at ease while capturing all the specific moments we'd hoped for and they were so helpful assisting with day of coordination. When we saw our preview photos, I actually had happy tears come to my eyes! Not only are the photos stunning, but they feel real and genuine, like they'd frozen exactly how our day actually felt. The photos exceeded what we imagined, and the quality truly is gorgeous. We can't recommend Jodi and Bryan enough to any couple looking for photographers who”
    Charlotte D., 3 months ago
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    Jmaas Productions 
    Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $2,900
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    Hey! I'm Jason Maas, owner and photographer behind JMaas Productions, based in the Metro Detroit area. Whether I'm capturing a wedding or a special event, I focus on the connections between people. Family is at the heart of my life, and I bring that same sense of connection into every shoot. My wife and I, along with our two dogs, are a close-knit crew, and that bond influences how I approach every shoot.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “Jason took my senior pictures and I could not be more thankful that I chose him to capture one of the most important moments in my life! He listened to everything that I asked for with my pictures and went above and beyond to incorporate everything I hoped for. I can’t stop obsessing over my pictures he is truly so talented!!”
    Sara H., 6 months ago
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    Chelsey Marie Studio, LLC. 
    Rating: 4.8 (14 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $3,200
    • Serves Waterford, MI
    • Offer

    We’re Chelsey Marie Studio, a Michigan wedding photography studio specializing in clean, bright, timeless imagery with a candid, editorial feel. Founded by Chelsey, our studio includes a small, trusted team of photographers who share our signature style and attention to detail. Whether you work with Chelsey or a member of our team, every wedding is thoughtfully photographed and every gallery is carefully edited in-house. We’re here to capture the genuine moments, beautiful portraits, and all the little details that make your wedding yours; while making the experience easy and enjoyable. Getting married in Michigan? **Send us an inquiry with your date and venue to check availability and receive our pricing!**

    “I have absolutely loved our experience with Chelsey Marie Studio! From our first consultation phone call, Chelsey has been readily available for all my questions and is making this process seamless! Our engagement session with Britt was perfect! She made us feel so comfortable and we love our photos!”
    Riley B., 21 days ago
    Jacquelyn Genevieve Photography 
    Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $4,500
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    update 1/2026- I am no longer active on responses through Zola and ask you to connect with me through my website only to check on availability. Thank you so much! On the day of your wedding, you will see me laughing, crying during the first look and dances, and enjoying the day with you so I blend in better to capture those true raw moments. I keep us on schedule, whether it's photography related or not, to make sure everything is running smoothly on your day.

    “From our first conversation, Jacquelyn Genevieve Photography felt like the right choice for our wedding day. She was responsive and thoughtful throughout the entire planning process, offering guidance on everything from timing to poses to outfit choices. On the day of our wedding, Jacquelyn was there for us every moment, making sure we felt supported and comfortable in front of the camera. The photos she delivered are incredible—truly better than we could have hoped for. She captured all the details and emotions that made our day special in a way that feels timeless. I couldn't recommend her more to any couple looking for a photographer who genuinely cares about their vision.”
    Claire P., 2 months ago
    Mikhu Photography LLC 
    Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $3,200
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    ***For Inquiries, Please use the contact form on my website.*** Thank You. We are Wally and Amy, a dynamic husband-and-wife team of wedding photographers with a passion for capturing beautiful moments and creating memories that last a lifetime. With years of experience and a keen eye for detail, we have had the pleasure of working with numerous couples to document their special day in a unique and personal way. Our approach is to blend traditional wedding photography with a photojournalistic style, allowing us to capture both the posed and candid moments that tell the story of your wedding day.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “Wally and Amy are top notch. Love their enthusiasm and eye for unique and fun poses. They are easy to talk to and wonderful to work with. Hands down would use them over and over!!”
    Alexanders Banquet, 4 years ago
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    Becca Gail Photography LLC 
    Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $2,700
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    I'm quirky, colorful, I swear a bit too much, I love a good whiskey, and I love really hard. I'm not a mushy person who will say they "love love" but I love a good love story. I'm here to help keep the family in check during your family pictures and I'll keep you dancing on the dance floor all night long.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “Becca was amazing from the start! She communicated clearly from the first meeting and through the wedding day. Becca made sure we got everything we wanted out of our photos and delivered sneak peeks quickly! We can’t wait to hang photos up and share with friends and family. I’d happily work with Becca again!”
    Leah H., 19 days ago
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    Winter Lily Photography 
    Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Editorial style
    • Starts at $900
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    I truly believe that a wedding day is as magical as the first snowfall — both fleeting and beautiful in their own way. As time goes by, those precious moments start to melt away, and as the saying goes, 'a picture is worth a thousand words.' There’s something deeply rewarding about capturing the perfect moment, but the real magic happens when you see the look on someone’s face as they experience that moment for the first time. It’s as if the photo becomes a timeless treasure, something they can hold onto forever, and that feeling? It’s truly indescribable!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “We were so glad we chose Winter Lily Photography for our wedding day. From our first conversation, Nikki was responsive and clear about how she works, which made planning feel easy and stress-free. The engagement session was a highlight—it gave us a chance to relax with her and figure out how she could capture our personalities best, and we loved the photos so much we used them for our invites. On the day of our wedding, Nikki and her team made sure every moment felt intentional and got documented beautifully. They listened to what we wanted and helped us understand the best way to make it happen. Her artistic eye and attention to detail really shines through in every photo, and we couldn't be happier with how our day turned out.”
    Hannah M., 20 days ago
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    Arise & Shine Photography 
    Rating: 4.9 (11 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $400
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    Hey there! I’m Walter, the guy behind the camera at Arise & Shine Photography. I’m a proud husband, soon-to-be dad, and a storyteller at heart. We’re a small but mighty team based in Detroit, capturing real, unposed moments with a vibrant, natural touch. Weddings, engagements, proposals—you name it, we’re there to make your love story unforgettable. When I’m not snapping photos, you’ll probably find me chasing sunsets, hanging with my family, or finding the best coffee in town. Let’s make some magic together!

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    Rachel Martinez Photography 
    Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Editorial style
    • Starts at $3,500
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    Hi! We're Rachel and John, a married couple living life in the beautiful Mitten State. We've lived a lot of life together, and now enjoy working side by side capturing love stories! (Although it doesn't feel like working when you are with your best friend and in the presence of absolute true love and beautiful moments!)

    “We chose Rachel Martinez to photograph our wedding and we couldn’t be happier! We had a very small ceremony outside along the Dequindre Cut and a dinner afterward. She was so accommodating, she didn’t skip a beat when we changed our location the night before! She was professional, she had many great ideas, and she also willing to walk (so far!) with us to make our ideas come to life! She was also so kind and sweet, she made us instantly comfortable! We had a great time in the few hours she spent with us and we have so many amazing photographs from our day! We highly recommend Rachel!”
    Michelle and J., a month ago
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    Harrison Photograph 
    Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
    ·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $1,650
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    I love capturing the genuine emotions, special moments, and unforgettable details that make each wedding unique. For me, wedding photography is about more than taking beautiful pictures—it’s about helping couples relive the joy, excitement, and love of their wedding day for years to come. I enjoy every part of the process, blending my technical expertise with my artistic eye to create images that are both beautiful and meaningful.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    “From our first interaction with Harrison Photograph, we were impressed by his effective, rapid, and engaging communication style. He photographers were truly personable and his work was amazing - he really paid close attention to every detail and were patient, taking the time to address all of our wants and needs. Harrison Photograph's contributions to our special day were invaluable, and we are thrilled with the beautiful photos that will allow us to cherish the memories for years to come. We are really looking forward to doing future business with him as well for family portraits. His work is great quality, we also received so many compliments! Thank you Jonathan, for an amazing experience!”
    Jade W., 2 years ago
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    Julia Cuddy Photography 
    Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $2,500
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    I’m Julia - people always ask me how long I’ve been a photographer for and the cliché (but true) answer is for forever. I’ve walked through many alleys that led me to photographing weddings. I worked for the Field Museum photographing meteorites during my college years in Chicago, then worked as a freelancer in the automotive industry when I moved back to Michigan, and worked in a studio photographing everything from seniors to pets. It wasn’t until 5 years ago I decided I loved photographing weddings and couples. I feel like they’re all connected somehow. I'm lucky I found my niche and even luckier that I got to run with it.

    “Buckle up, we are planning on writing an incredible review. To future brides & grooms reading our review: If you are going to do anything right for your wedding day (besides marrying your best friend), hire Julia as your wedding photographer!!! We can not stress enough how much Julia impacted our wedding day. First, she has your back. She helped us keep calm and keep our timeline on track. Julia had a great sense of reading the room. She was by our side when we needed her. Second, we had a BLAST! Julia kept our energy UP (she's a Leo, if you know you know). She had both of us laughing, smiling, and overall happy. Even our bridal party and family LOVED Julia's professionalism and how she conducts group photos. My bridesmaids were obsessed with her and plan on using her in the future. She's seriously that good. Third, her photography style was exactly what we needed. She is super knowledgeable about poses, lighting, background, etc. She was honest and explained why she had us do certain pictures. She took into account any preferences we had (standing on the left side rather than the right, mobility concerns, etc). Also, be ready to get creative! Overall, Julia is the best wedding photographer we could've asked for and so happy she got to capture our wedding day! Service we chose: 8-hour package with engagement photoshoot To Julia: thank you so much for making our wedding day amazing. You played such an important role in our day. We talk about how we miss you already and hope we can plan some photoshoots in the future!”
    Dana T., 2 years ago
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    Nicole Leanne Photography 
    Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
    • Editorial style
    • Starts at $3,750
    • Serves Waterford, MI

    Hey there! I'm Nicole! I am a confident and raw documentary Detroit wedding photographer serving couples with enthusiasm and sincerity. I am uniquely gifted at blending into the background from center stage and guiding you through the day with ease. I believe that integrity and sincerity outweigh popularity. So, I'm focused on your desires and interests. Yes, I'm a professional wedding photographer who has been in the business since 2012 with published work, but it's not the "pretty" pictures that matter. It's you! You're the reason I started pursuing my passion over 8 years ago. ​

    “We won an engagement shoot with Nicole and were THRILLED to have been able to use her on our wedding day, too. She was a pro at wrangling everyone for formal photos, she captured everything we dreamed of and then some we didn’t even know we needed, and the quality/edits are to-die-for! You absolutely won’t be disappointed with choosing her for your special day!”
    Chelsea + K., 5 years ago