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Detroit has no shortage of beautiful places for photos. While Belle Isle and the Detroit Institute of Arts are popular places, indoor photoshoot locations in Detroit can be just as stunning — sometimes even better. Indoor Detroit Engagement photo locations offer protection from Michigan’s unpredictable weather, unique architecture, and creative settings you simply can’t find […]

April 14, 2026

Where to take Indoor Engagement Photos in Detroit

Man and woman kissing during Detroit engagement pictures

Metro Detroit is filled with beautiful wedding venues! Within an hour of Detroit, you can find a variety of Metro Detroit Wedding Venues, from outdoor locations to indoor estates. Every wedding is unique, so it’s important to choose a venue that truly feels like your style. In this post, we are gathering a few of […]

February 4, 2026

Elegant Metro Detroit Wedding Venues

Couple taking engagement photos in Detroit Michigan

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. It’s a time to celebrate love, make memories, and bring your vision to life. While traditional weddings are beautiful, adding a few fun or unexpected touches can make your day even more memorable for you and your guests. Whether you’re planning something […]

January 12, 2026

13 Unique Wedding Day Ideas to Make Your Day Unforgettable

As a bride, you put so much love and thought into every part of your wedding day. From your shoes to your invitations, each item helps tell your unique story. That’s why wedding detail photos are so special. These close-up shots capture all the little things that make your day truly yours. But, what do […]

January 12, 2026

What to Include in Wedding Detail Photos: A Guide for Brides

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

In the winter of 2025, I had the honor of documenting Hannah & Hector’s Detroit elopement at the Fisher Building! Hannah inquired with me for a quick elopement photo session and wanted somewhere indoor and warm, and my first instinct was to recommend the Fisher! We started the day by taking a few photos at […]

April 15, 2025

Detroit Elopement Photography at Fisher Building

Bride and groom say vows during Detroit Elopement Photography

If you’re on the hunt for Metro Detroit wedding venues, you’re in the right place! As a 2023 bride and Detroit area wedding photographer, I know how overwhelming wedding planning can be. My mission is to make wedding planning easier for you so you can focus more on the fun stuff, like cake tastings and […]

August 6, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Metro Detroit Wedding Venues

bride and groom at Hidden Grove Estate by Detroit wedding photographer Savvy Shoots Photography