Grand Rapids Wedding Photographer

AUTHENTIC MOMENTS OF LOVE AND JOY

Your wedding day is more than a celebration—it’s the people, moments, and memories that make it unforgettable.

It’s the laughter of your closest friends, the tender glances exchanged when no one else is watching, and the warm embrace of family who traveled from near and far to be there. These deeply meaningful moments are what I’m here to capture.

  • HIGHLY ORGANIZED AND COMMUNICATIVE

    “From the very first moment that we spoke with Sydney, she was amazing. She is highly organized and communicative. From our engagement shoot to our wedding day, we had such an amazing experience. She corralled our friends and family and captured every single moment that we asked plus many more on our special day. Sydney’s timeless, elegant, and classic style is truly perfection. We are so incredibly happy with our photos and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding photographer.”

    -MACAULAY & SPENCER

  • MORE THAN A PHOTOGRAPHER

    “We hired Sydney as our Wedding photographer, but she was truly so much more. My husband and I were planning our Grand Rapids wedding from out of the country. Sydney was beyond accommodating to our scheduling needs and was incredible communicator. On the day of, Sydney made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera with encouraging words and helpful poses. But more than anything, Sydney captured the most authentic and beautiful moments from our special day. I love how she embraces color and sought out to capture moments of love and joy”

    -ELIZABETH & JOE

  • AN ABSOLUTE JOY TO WORK WITH

    "Sydney photographed our wedding and I couldn't be happier with the experience and the results. She was an absolute joy to work with from our initial inquiry through delivery. I already knew I wanted to have her photograph our wedding based on her portfolio but she sent us additional galleries which made me all the more confident. She was incredibly responsive and she had a great digital experience leading up to the wedding for collecting payment, providing tips, and collecting info about desired shots. At our small family wedding she made us feel comfortable and balanced capturing intimate moments with blending in with everyone else. She also was very flexible and met all of our needs the day of. I could not recommend Sydney more highly."

    -MARK & ALEX

About: Sydney

As a documentary-inspired wedding photographer, I’m here to preserve those memories with honesty and care. I don’t just photograph what’s happening—I capture how it feels. From the excitement in the air during the getting-ready moments to the joy on your parents’ faces as they see you walk down the aisle, every part of your day matters.

When you look back on your wedding photos, I want you to feel like you’re reliving the day, surrounded by the love, connection, and community that made it uniquely yours. Together, we’ll create a collection of timeless images that honor not just your love, but the people and experiences that shaped your day.

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LET’S WORK TOGETHER

When you look back on your wedding photos, I want you to see more than just beautiful images. I want you to feel the emotions, relive the moments, and celebrate the people who made your day unforgettable.

Sydney Marie, photographer, smiling and looking down from camera