To Tell the Story

If you know us, ever had the chance to connect with us, or have followed us for more than a day chances are you've heard us talk about the work of telling stories. It's core to who we are, and it's what makes us excited to get out of bed every morning. It directs and inspires us and it's what we firmly believe in.

Storytelling is an old art, but it's something that is so intrinsically a part of who we all are that it will never cease to stop bringing us together. From every corner of the world stories have, and always will, bring people of different walks and understandings together. The ability to help play a role in such a moving force makes us ecstatic.

The chance to help share somebody's journey in a way that countless hundreds can connect and relate to them; the ability to help create a place and moment when we engage with something else other than just a pixelated screen; the privilege to help tell and be a part of a much larger story that is at work in our world - storytelling is an unbelievable tool that in many ways marks who we are as a society, community, and world.

From a small business owner here in West Michigan, to a community working to end the threat of Malaria and extreme poverty half a world away; from a couple exchanging their vows on their wedding day, to a dreamer who has a vision of changing the world for the better - everyone's story is collection of characters and adventures that is telling a much larger story - and it's that story that we continue to chase after and tell day after day. 

That's what we believe in, and that's why we do what we do; to tell the story of who we ALL are, and where we're daring to go next!

Cassie+Josh: Grand Rapids Engagement

Emily + Alex: The Cattley Wedding Trailer

We are forever thankful to the brave and courageous service men and women who dedicate their lives to serving our country. The sacrifice, determination, and selfless devotion that they embody is an incredible blessing and example for all. So when the chance comes along to tell the love story of two such people we get excited from our head to our toes. But seriously guys!

Emily+Alex are exactly two such people for us and we were honored, ecstatic, and so thrilled to share in their wedding day this past October. Both having attended West Point, where they met and fell in love, this was a wedding like something straight out of a fairytale. All the groomsmen in their dress blues and whites, Alex looking like Prince Charming, rivaled only by Emily's breathtaking presence, beauty, and gorgeous dress, this was one for the books!

By the end of their day if we weren't already in love with these two we certainly were then! This was a day of many laughs and new friendships for us, and Emily+Alex, their families, and their bridal party made this one of the best days all year! We love these two to pieces and can't wait to see what is next for this breathtaking couple!   

Alicia + Kevin: The McKay Wedding Trailer

Be still our hearts! Alicia+Kevin make us so crazy happy every time we think about their gorgeous wedding at the gorgeous Castle Farms in Charlevoix, Michigan. Little did we know that we would fall head over heels for them when they first connected with us last fall, but sure enough, after a couple phone conversations and meetings we were smitten.

Their love story has been long in the making, literally since Alicia and Kevin were in the 5th grade! They have stuck by each other's sides through thick and thin. They have grown up together and grown closer over the years. They know each other so intimately it leaves you speechless.

Their love is overflowing and their commitment to one another is inspiring once you've experienced it. We are so happy for them and are so honored to have been a part of their story! We cannot wait to watch that story continue to unfold! Take a moment and join us in congratulating this amazingly wonderful couple, Mr+Mrs McKay!

Bohemian + Summer Wedding Inspirations

We adore a good summer wedding. Throw in a little BoHo flair and it instantly becomes the best! If you're looking to have a Bohemian style wedding, here's a ton of inspiration to help you dream up the perfect wedding day for you and your fiancé!

We loved getting to be a part of this style shoot put on by our friends over at Grand Occasions. When we were first asked if we would like to join we totally jumped at the chance to capture this magic, and the thing that made it so much more perfect was the fact that Courtney+Mike, our bride and groom, are actually engaged! When it came time to look adorable and beautiful together they needed no coaching! Watch and fall in love with this dreamy BoHo, flower crown infused styled wedding film!

Sarah + Kyle: The Dykgraaf Wedding Trailer

We are instantly drawn to couples who are actively engaging the world around them, seeking to make the world a better place one day at a time. We love hearing their passions, seeing their hearts displayed, and getting to help be a part of their much larger story. Sarah and Kyle are just such a couple! The way they seek social change by cultivating thought, discussion, and action amongst their family, friends and colleagues is both inspiring and humbling for us.

What's more, they are simply put one of the sweetest, most humble, and caring couples that we have met. They asked us throughout the day so many times if we were doing alright and their others-focused personalities were on fully display. These two truly do care for their neighbor as they would themselves and their beautiful spirits are so refreshing.

We are thankful to know these two and to have shared in their story on their wedding day. We are extremely excited to see what is ahead for them and we are wishing them so much love and support! Help us in celebrating Mr.+Mrs. Dykgraaf!

Rashi + Anuj: The Trivedi Wedding Trailer

Have we mentioned how much we LOVE three day weddings?!? If not, let us tell you - they are seriously one of our favorite things! Spending a day with a couple is beyond wonderful, but being able to share an entire weekend with them, especially their family who has come in from literally all across the world, is such a joyous and exciting opportunity for us! It's even better though when the couple is as GORGEOUS and FUN as Rashi + Anuj!

Their awe-inspiring traditional Indian wedding was the thing of dreams, and it was so easy for us to get caught up in the wedding weekend magic. On top of being welcomed and greeted by so many familiar faces that we have come to love, we were instantly taken with Rashi's exquisite taste and style, Anuj's light and incredibly kind spirit, and the love that these two just radiated when together.

We've fallen in love with them, there is no denying that! I mean, how could you not? Make sure to show this breathtaking couple some love as we wish every happiness in the world to the stunning Mr+Mrs Trivedi!