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Joanna + Hebert had a the very first wedding reception ever held at the Detroit Institute of Arts last year. It was amazing-we love photographing weddings at the Detroit Institute of Arts-it's simply an incredible venue for photographs in every way. Enjoy!

Venue: Detroit Institute of Arts
Dress: Ines Di Santo
Floral: Blossoms
Band: The Sun Messengers

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A few images at the DIA from Joanna's Bridal session shortly before the wedding. So fun!
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Aletha | Pearls Events:

What an absolutely amazing venue, beautiful couple, and fantastic details. Congrats to the new couple!

(01.26.10 @ 10:39 PM)
Kirsten:

To me, there is no better Detroit venue than the DIA. It's been my favorite place in the motor city since the first time I went there at 6 years old. Though, I do also love weddings at the Henry Ford. But these images just show what a truly ROCKIN venue the DIA is. I enjoyed looking through these soo much Jessica and your talent is simply awe inspiring. These images are incredibly beautiful (and not just because of the venue)!!

(01.26.10 @ 10:42 PM)
Ryan Koral:

my favorite part - besides all the AMAZING images - are the pics on the screens at the ceremony... i'm assuming you took those. SO fun!!!

(01.27.10 @ 01:01 AM)
April K.:

I love these! J&N...you rock!

(01.27.10 @ 03:50 AM)
heather saunders:

amazing! quite possibly my favorite ever. So nice to see areas of the DIA that you don't usually get a chance to use on a normal shoot. Just breathtaking really! And I agree with Ryan, the shot on the screens during the ceremony was such a personal, one of a kind detail. xoxo

(01.27.10 @ 03:59 AM)
ben + laura:

awesome job you two. love so many parts of this wedding.

(01.27.10 @ 02:24 PM)
JEFF:

I love the last two bridal portraits! She looks so happy and you captured it beautifully!

(01.28.10 @ 04:34 PM)
Vania -SimplyBloom Photography, LLC:

those bridal party shots are sensational!

(02.03.10 @ 04:55 AM)
chelsea donoho:

SO GORGEOUS! & that venue is spectacular!

(02.15.10 @ 05:27 AM)
Núria:

Hello! I love this photoshoot in a museum!!!
I wondered if you could publish a few pictures of this photoshoot in my wedding blog as a "Real Wedding". Also, I recommend you on my blog.

Greetings!.

(02.16.10 @ 10:19 PM)
DewiBatrishya:

OMG!! I fell in love instantly! Crazy-Lovely photos!
It captured the moment like magic! haha..
Totally enjoyed reviewing your photos. :)
It's very Inspiring.. Thanks for sharing! ^^

(02.22.10 @ 01:03 PM)
kristi klemens:

fabulous shots! what a unique wedding and beautiful bride!!! LOVE your work!

(02.27.10 @ 09:07 AM)
David:

Great photos. Love the architectural backgrounds that you were able to capture at such a great venue!

(03.01.10 @ 10:24 PM)
Allison Davis:

wow—everything you captured was a show stopping photo! stunning!! I love everything about this wedding and your couple portraits and bridal party photos are amazing! Wonderful post!

(03.04.10 @ 03:14 PM)
Mel Carpenter:

Ummm...wow! Beautiful...

(03.15.10 @ 02:17 AM)
Lee Thomas:

Cool Stuff Jess + Nate! Great images!!

(03.17.10 @ 07:35 PM)
cameron clark| cameron + kelly studio:

Really gorgeous photos, Jessica. I. LOVE. THEM. ALL.

(03.20.10 @ 04:24 AM)
Edward Maurer:

Geeze you're good. Beautiful work.

(03.25.10 @ 05:08 PM)
Anonymous:

This are amazing... what an awesome venue! Great job!

(03.30.10 @ 07:28 PM)
Lindsey:

i love the bridal session... they are absolutely beautiful!

(04.07.10 @ 05:05 PM)
Sarah!:

Do you have an up close of the ring? It looks very unique and I'd just love to see it upclose!! GREAT Shots!

(10.14.10 @ 04:18 AM)
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December 2, 2009 // news

Nathan and I will be taking a vacation and will be out of the office from December 3rd through December 16th. We may be checking email occasionally during that time as we're able, but we greatly appreciate your patience if you don't hear from us until after the 16th.


We will be returning Voicemails when we return. If you are interested in seeing if we are available for your date, please do e-mail us, it just might be a bit longer for us to e-mail you availability and information. If we met with you recently and you want to book-feel free to e-mail us for a contract while we are gone. Just note it may take a bit longer for us to get back to you.


Lots of fun photos to post when we return from our Caribbean adventures!

All best,
jess + nate


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Melissa + Marty

Venue: San Chez Bistro, Grand Rapids
Floral: Modern Day Floral

You can check out their sneak peek post here: Melissa + Marty

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fer juaristi:

what a beautiful wedding, big fan from Mexico.

(12.02.09 @ 05:23 PM)
Irina:

it's marvelous!
do like these photos :)

(12.03.09 @ 06:49 AM)
giuseppe:

lavoro fantastico, adoro gli scatti in bianco/nero.
Complimenti

(12.03.09 @ 02:11 PM)
lisa m:

lovely, original, and absolutely elegant. as per usual. :)

(12.08.09 @ 10:22 PM)
Olivia:

Great pictures! What a nice venue too!

(12.16.09 @ 02:21 AM)
Darbi G:

Wow, I just found your stuff and promptly developed a photographer crush. :) Thanks for oodles of inspiration. Can't wait to read more! :)

(01.12.10 @ 10:17 PM)
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Kelly + Jeremy

Venue: Meadowbrook Hall
Dress: Kenneth Pool
Floral: Emerald City
Lighting: The Lighting Guy

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Jen Creed:

Wow! There are no words for how beautiful these are. Fabulous work!

(12.01.09 @ 11:43 PM)
Ryan Koral:

most beautiful wedding pics i've seen in a while. OMG. AMAZING, N+J!

(12.02.09 @ 02:34 AM)
lindsey:

my goodness these are gorgeous! so happy to see a new post from you guys. i've been missing you! : )

(12.02.09 @ 06:30 AM)
Aleene :

Gorgeous! Kelly, you look fabulous.

(12.02.09 @ 08:48 PM)
Manoela Rosa Carvalhais - Brazil:

Hi Jess and Nate loved to know your work! I am brazilian and here also record weddings!
God bless

(12.13.09 @ 04:19 PM)
Mark:

Love this wedding Jessica! The getting ready photos are stellar!

(12.22.09 @ 05:41 PM)
Megan:

Seriously looks like it could be in a magazine. Love the one at the pool table!

(12.29.09 @ 02:26 PM)
Vania -SimplyBloom Photography, LLC:

Seriously, Jessica -- these are DIVINE!!!!!!!!!! omg omg i can keep looking at these for 2 hrs! :D

(01.19.10 @ 04:11 AM)
Kathleen:

LOVE the photos, beautiful moments captured forever. The cherries and rings and cyrstals--delicious! The pool photo--exceptional!

(01.25.10 @ 05:01 PM)
Kelsey Duda:

gorgeous pictures. what a wonderful day! you did an excellent job capturing it! :)

(01.26.10 @ 04:45 AM)
Gina Meola:

Brilliant work!!! Gorgeous couple!

(04.01.10 @ 05:34 PM)
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November 10, 2009 // engagement
Brett + Morgan- engaged + their awesome pup Charlie. Their awesome wedding at DIA coming up soon!

Enjoy!

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Jenni:

Fabulous session! Love the tree shadow and the brick window shots. Such a cool location!

(11.10.09 @ 09:50 PM)
Denise:

Gorgeous

(11.12.09 @ 01:01 PM)
Nichole:

Amazing! Such a variety and so creative. The Bride-to-be is stunning. What a face on that little pug! Keep up the outstanding work.

(11.12.09 @ 03:47 PM)
Diane :

Wow, awesome photos. I cannot wait to see the wedding pictures.

(11.13.09 @ 12:02 AM)
Jon:

Excellent pics!

(11.13.09 @ 01:13 AM)
Danielle:

Wow- I'm blown away! Beautiful pictures! Stunning bride to be!!!!

(11.17.09 @ 03:40 PM)
Olivia:

Awesome pictures- I love the crosswalk photo!

(11.20.09 @ 02:52 AM)
Kristen:

Beautiful and very creative. I love this collection!

(11.27.09 @ 04:42 AM)
Lorraine Daley:

what a chic engagement session!!! Lots of fashion-forward gorgeousness. You guys never cease to amaze.

(11.28.09 @ 03:53 PM)
The Perfect Palette:

Beautiful images. We would love to share your work with our readers on The Perfect Palette sometime. Reach out to us if you are interested.

(12.01.09 @ 11:43 PM)
Kristi Wright:

You capture beautiful images!

(12.14.09 @ 07:35 PM)
Alex Workman:

These shots are awesome! Keep up the great work!

(12.23.09 @ 01:42 PM)
Kirsten:

I really adore the variety you gave them. Truly, what a fun set of amazing images they will be able to cherish forever!! And the color...to die for.

(01.26.10 @ 10:54 PM)
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