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Cranbrook House and Gardens is a unique and beautiful location for engagement photography in Bloomfield Hills! If you haven’t been, Cranbrook House and Gardens is part of the Cranbrook education center. The education campus consists of schools and museums, and the House and Gardens is open to the public. On a cloudy August day, we […]

December 29, 2025

Cranbrook Engagement Photos with Hannah and Connor

Man kissing woman's hand during engagement photography at Cranbrook

In November, the Shea family welcomed their third baby, just in time for Christmas! The Sheas reached out to me to take some studio newborn photos in Royal Oak, Michigan to capture their growing family. I was honored to document this precious moment for them! I almost always start a newborn photography session with solo […]

December 28, 2025

Newborn Photos in Royal Oak with the Shea Family

Katie and Nate reached out to me to capture their love through engagement photos in Downtown Detroit. They loved the bar vibe, so we scheduled their Detroit engagement photos to be taken at Sugar House in Corktown! Corktown is one of the oldest part of Detroit with great history. It’s also a great place to […]

August 22, 2025

Detroit Engagement Photos with Katie & Nate

Downtown Detroit Engagement Photography by Savvy Shoots Photography

Our team recently photographed a beautiful wedding at Saint John’s Resort in Plymouth, Michigan. Samira and Andrew said “I do” in the newly-built garden pavilion. Their reception was in the spacious grand ballroom, one of the best spots in the resort! If you’re looking for Plymouth, MI wedding venues, Saint John’s Resort is on our […]

July 2, 2025

Saint John’s Resort Wedding with Samira & Andrew

Bride and groom walk down the aisle after wedding ceremony at Saint John's Resort in Plymouth, MI

You’re officially engaged, congratulations! Where do you go from here? The journey to the altar begins now, and whether it’ll be a long or short one, it’s time to start planning. While it is an exciting time, planning a wedding is essentially planning one of the biggest parties of your life! It can get overwhelming […]

May 30, 2025

Wedding Planner vs Coordinator: What’s the Difference?

Wedding coordination in Metro Detroit

If you’re looking for a unique wedding venue in Oakland County, check out the Pine Knob Mansion and Carriage House. Pine Knob has two wedding venues: the Carriage House and Mansion. The Pine Knob Mansion was originally built in the 1920’s to be the summer home for Colonel Sidney Dunn Waldon, VP of Packard Motor […]

April 24, 2025

Pine Knob Mansion and Carriage House Wedding Venues

Pine Knob Mansion Michigan Wedding Venue

Senior pictures are designed to capture one of the most monumental moments in your life. Graduating high school is one of a student’s greatest accomplishments, and it’s worth capturing and celebrating! As you’re planning your summer, you may wondering when to take senior pictures. Sometimes planning senior portraits can feel overwhelming, especially for parents who have […]

April 24, 2025

When to Take Senior Pictures

Senior posing for senior pictures in Rochester Hills MI

Senior year is one of life’s biggest milestones—and what better way to celebrate than with a personalized senior photography session? At Savvy Shoots Photography, we specialize in capturing the excitement and personality of high school seniors in the Rochester Hills, Michigan, area. Whether you’re prepping for your own session or helping your teen get ready, […]

April 21, 2025

Senior Pictures in Rochester Hills

 You’re going to make a lot of decisions in the process of planning your wedding day, but one of the biggest that you’ll make, if not the biggest, is the venue. It determines many things and factors into most other vendors that you’ll have on the big day. In this post, we will cover all […]

April 16, 2025

How to Choose a Wedding Venue

Bride and groom taking wedding photos during Grand Rapids wedding photography at Venue3Two

Maternity photoshoots are a beautiful way to capture the precious moments leading up to your baby’s arrival. Whether you’re planning a session with your partner, family, or solo, choosing the right outfit can make all the difference in creating timeless, flattering images. At Savvy Shoots Photography, we understand that finding the perfect look can be […]

April 16, 2025

What to wear for Maternity Photos