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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

When it comes to planning the perfect wedding, your venue sets the tone for the entire celebration. For those captivated by the elegance and charm of estate wedding venues, Michigan is home to several estate wedding venues perfect for an elegant, classic wedding. Estate-style venues provide a unique backdrop for your wedding. They are often […]

July 17, 2024

Estate Wedding Venues in Michigan

Bride posing on couch at Hidden Grove Estate wedding venue by Savvy Shoots Photography

One of the best parts of planning a wedding is the shopping! From the bride swag to the unique decor for the wedding, it’s fun shopping around and having a reason to purchase so many fun things! However, it can also be overwhelming to pick and choose what you should purchase. There are so many […]

July 15, 2024

Amazon Finds for Brides

Bride with bridesmaids getting ready wedding photography West Bloomfield MI

On a brisk February evening, I had the honor to photograph a Detroit proposal between Arjun and Kirtana. Arjun had reached out to me at the end of January. He knew he wanted to propose to his girlfriend in Detroit and wanted some help figuring out exactly where and was looking for a Michigan engagement […]

July 11, 2024

Z Garage Detroit Proposal Photography with Arjun and Kirtana

Man and woman taking proposal photography photos in Detroit

Small wedding venues offer an intimate setting that resonates with couples seeking a personal atmosphere for their special day. These venues are often nestled in charming locations like chapels, historic estates, or picturesque gardens. They cater to the desire for a more focused celebration, where every detail can be carefully crafted. With their limited capacity, […]

June 27, 2024

The Perfect Small Wedding Venues in Metro Detroit

wedding ceremony at Royal Park Hotel in Rochester Michigan