Lauren was such a sweet spirit! Her laugh was contagious and I am so glad mom was there to help get her out of her shy stage. She wanted to go Downtown Ann Arbor for her session, since she’s from downriver and wanted something different. We of course went around Kerrytown in Ann Arbor, and …
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Your Children May “Hate” You | A Mother’s Day Post
I’ve spent many years thinking, dreaming really, of the kid of mom I would be. Do I have what it takes? What if I don’t? What if I do? What if I’m THAT mom… or what if, at the end of the day, the end of my life, this was my true calling, my true …
Ann Arbor Wedding Photographer | Intimate Vinology Wedding
Kari and Jim’s Intimate Vinology wedding downtown Ann Arbor, was sweet, simple, and stunning. With Vinology being a perfect venue for them, family and friends came to celebrate their ceremony of marriage, with ‘Hors d’oeuvres , dessert, and a gorgeous spread of a DIY “sweets” bar for the guest to enjoy. Ann Arbor has always been in their …
St. John Wedding | The Inn at St. Johns | Plymouth, MI
The wedding of Desma and Tom, held at the Inn at St. John’s in Plymouth, was one that you could just feel the love from their family, friends, church community and for each other. It was our first wedding of 2015 – and we couldn’t have started off on a better foot! The sun was …
Plymouth Winter Engagement Session | Plymouth Photographer
After first meeting with this couple- I knew they were going to be filled with all things cuddly, adorable and FUN! But boy, were we SURE in for a surprise when we woke up the morning of their engagement session with sunny skies – Â and within 5 minutes of meeting, were in the middle of …
Downtown Ann Arbor | Engagement Session | Ann Arbor Photographer
Catie and Tim are so sweet together! We braved the cold for some gorgeous winter engagement photos, and the sun came out too! And well, in my opinion, there’s just nothing more magical than sun, snow, and these two. They both went to school in Ann Arbor, so it has a special “home” feel to them. …
Chelsea Clocktower | Engagement Session
Since Ashley and I met over 12 years ago (she was one of my youth leaders + friends at church) we have talked about her wedding. She has a heart of gold, and with everything she puts her hands to, a smile is left there, with a little piece of her heart. I have seen …
Letting Go
There comes a time when letting go is vital. Letting go doesn’t mean forgotten, it’s not a sign of weakness, and it doesn’t mean the hole in your heart from missing someone is gone. It simply means, the healing has begun. It means choosing to hold onto, and treasure the memories you made when that loved one …
Downtown Ann Arbor | Vinology Wedding
Katlyn and Mike were so much fun to work with. Their witty personalities came through with every detail of their day. They met at work, and are both Police Officers, so Katlyn was so excited to tell me that instead of favors, they would be getting donuts for everyone… “get it, ” she giggled… “we’re …
Downtown Detroit | Winter Engagement
Tom and Desma have a heart for many things- two of them being the City of Detroit, and each other. When we started planning their downtown engagement, we knew instantly we were a match! 🙂 They survived frigid Michigan temperatures, snuggled in each-others arms, as I ensured them they didn’t look cold! I adore the way their …
Change | 2015
If one thing is for certain, 2014 has taught me, to above else, cherish life. CHERISH LIFE. 2014 was an incredible year for my husband and I. One of my best friends got married in our back yard, our dear friends families gained +1’s, 2’s and 3’s. We traveled for the first time across the world for …
Cottonwood Barn Holiday Mini Sessions
I had such a blast partnering with Cottonwood Barn and Serradella Vintage  rentals for DMP’s Holiday Mini sessions this year! Thankfully, the weather cooperated, and all of our families had a blast! I love offering these around Christmas, since I am getting away from photographing families to solely focus on Weddings and engagements. It’s refreshing …
Maria + Matt: A Northern Mitten Engagement
This session was stunning for so many reasons. First off, Matt, Maria, and I initially dreamed up shooting their engagement session in Northern Michigan at our first consult. Personally, I LOVED the idea. My happy smile dimples come out,  when couples bring something that’s them, or dream up an idea for their  engagement session. A piece of …
Cristin + Bobby + Three…
I’ve gotten away from blogging family sessions, because the past 2 years I have focused Dayna Mae Photography on marketing weddings + love shoots. But then there are families, like this one, who can’t be kept on our hard drives. They must be shared.. This session to me, went far beyond posing, lighting, and going …
What would you not give…
Last week, I had the privilege to attend a workshop (Jerry Ghionis)Â with a few dear friends in the industry . During the workshop, we learned technical things, but the technical aspect of the workshop was pushed aside as the last segment began. Or as Jerry said, I was moved to my “clarity moment.” “What is …