Riley + Kasey - December 31, 2021

Location: Detroit, MI - The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit, Parker's Alley, State Savings Bank, Cost Plus Eastern Market

Shot on: Canon 85mm, Canon 35mm, Canon 75-300mm

I shot Riley and Kasey's engagement back in February of 2021, so when they asked me to do their wedding too, of course I said yes! I have known Riley for the last ten years and Kasey since high school. I have considered Riley my "big sister" since we met, and Kasey and I have done theater productions together through high school. Something about being close with a couple makes being part of their wedding so much more special. Shooting this day was incredible. There was so much love in the room, y'all. These two are meant to be in every sense of the phrase! We did almost all of our shots before the wedding, which is pretty atypical of most day-of schedules, but it actually allowed for a lot more flexibility + location changes for the wedding party photos. We were able to get everything from the getting ready shots to the bridal portraits to the fun party photos all before the wedding even began. It took a lot of pressure off the brides and myself to squeeze photos in - so I have to say I recommend this if you're down to do first looks and pictures before the ceremony!

Riley and Kasey have the most loving, fun-oriented and flexible families out there, and the whole day was perfect. They couldn't have planned a more stunning party. It was an honor to capture the wedding of two amazing friends and even better people.

Wishing you two endless happiness and laughter, cheers!