A couple in formal attire dances on the grass at a Michigan wedding, in front of a large white tent. The woman twirls, her dress flowing around her. The scene is lively, capturing a joyful outdoor celebration at Spring Lake Country Club.
A couple dressed in formal attire share a romantic kiss and dip in front of an elegant building with large glass windows at Shepherd's Hollow Golf Club outside of Detroit. The woman is wearing a white dress, and the man a black suit.

YOUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER IN GRAND RAPIDS

EXPERTLY CAPTURING MOMENTS OF LOVE & JOY

YOUR EXPERIENCE IS ALWAYS MY TOP PRIORITY

Did you know you’ll actually spend a TON more time with your wedding photographer on your big day than anyone else (even your significant other)?! That’s why making sure you feel comfortable from the moment you inquire is so important. Having a photographer who prioritizes communication and is there for you every step of the way matters. You want a photographer that’ll never leave you wondering what to do with your hands and someone who’s going to guide you through directed posing that make you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. With 12 years of wedding experience and 16 years as a photographer, I promise you’re in good hands.

Hey, I’m Sydney!

THE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER WHO’S GOT YOUR BACK WHILE BEING YOUR UNOFFICIAL HYPE WOMAN FROM DAY ONE.

For me, it’s more than just being the person that takes your photos, it’s taking that extra step to get to know you both. I believe in capturing natural, authentic moments that tell your story all while making sure you both feel comfortable and confident. I’ll be there to guide you through your whole wedding planning journey. I can’t wait for you to see what the SMP experience is all about and to have photos that truly capture you.

YOUR EXPERIENCE

    • Consultation call

    • Unlimited email communication

    • Online gallery with professionally edited high-resolution images

    • Printing and sharing rights with your gallery

    • Experience of photographing 275+ weddings

    • Wedding day questionnaire

    • Personalized custom wedding day photo timeline

    • Posing guidance that's fun and non-intrusive

    • Support through the whole process

    • Client portal with access to contract and invoices

  • Each wedding and couple is completely unique, which is why I offer a fully personalized experience.

    I start by getting to know what’s most important to you through a consult call. Then, I create a custom proposal designed with your priorities in mind.

    I only take a limited number of weddings per year to give the best experience possible to each of my couples.

YOUR WEDDING WEEKEND

From the welcome dinner to your farewell brunch, I’ll be there to photograph it all. 

Your wedding is more than just a few hours on a single day. It's a whole weekend filled with the people you love and activities that bring you joy. With this option, you can relive it all with complete coverage from start to finish. 

  • SHE HAS EVERY ASPECT DOWN TO THE SMALLEST DETAILS

    “Sydney was an absolutely amazing photographer! My parents were wedding photographers for 20+ years and so our expectations were pretty high and Sydney far exceeded all of them! She has every aspect down to the smallest details so the day ran so smooth. She had the perfect locations set up for us and a perfect timeline. She delivered so many incredible photos to us, and captured the day perfectly. We highly recommend Sydney, and will cherish our photos forever.”

    -CARLEY + ZACK

  • SHE NAILED IT

    “Sydney was AMAZING! We had the pleasure of having her photograph our proposal, engagement and wedding and she nailed each session. She took the time to get to know us and understand our style. Our photos are fun, authentic and beautiful and we will cherish them forever!”

    - ALYSSA & DALTON

  • SHE WAS SO MUCH FUN TO WORK WITH

    Sydney was one of the best parts of our wedding day! My wife and I decided to have a very small ceremony in Grand Haven (and had never visited!), and Sydney was so helpful and kind in telling us about local photo spots and helping us plan for photos. On the day of our wedding, she was so much fun to work with, not to mention an excellent photographer. I couldn't recommend her more!!!

    -CAROLINE & HAYLEY

A PERSONALIZED EXPERIENCE FROM START TO FINISH

YOU CAN EXPECT SO MUCH MORE THAN JUST GETTING YOUR PHOTOS TAKEN.

This isn’t only about having someone walk into the room with a camera and start snapping away. Your wedding day is a celebration of the love you have for each other in a space where you can feel comfortable and confident and your wedding photography experience should echo that. When you work with me, you’ll have photos that reflect the positive emotions and chemistry in your relationship. That’s because you deserve a luxurious experience on your once-in-a-lifetime celebration, with personalized attention paid to you every step of the way.

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