The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Waterford, MI

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Waterford, MI

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257 Wedding Photographers in Waterford, MI

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Mike Staff Productions Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Get stunning wedding photos that fit your budget. Find the perfect Wedding Photographer who matches your style and personality, without any added stress. We qualify every photographer and provide a backup, giving you peace of mind.

Mike Staff Productions Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, their communication was prompt, informative, and engaging, making us feel completely at ease and confident in their abilities. On the day of the wedding, Vesna and Taylor were not only incredibly talented and creative, capturing the most beautiful, warm, and artistic photos, but they also went above and beyond to make sure every detail was documented, including special photos involving my great grandmother's handkerchief and a touching moment with my grandmother. They were so gracious in taking any photo requests from our guests as well. The entire experience, from booking to the engagement session and the big day, was seamless and resulted in high-quality photos that we will cherish forever. We cannot recommend Mike Staff Productions Photography highly enough.
Bridget D., 9 months ago
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C’est La Vie Photographie 

4.8

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hi there! My name is Tonya, it’s great to meet you! I am a mom to two kiddos who loves capturing memories. If you’re here, that means congratulations are in order on your engagement! Wedding planning, while stressful, is such an exciting journey leading to the start of your lives together. My hope is to capture those moments for you to relive over and over again throughout your lives. I have been photographing weddings since 2018. It’s a joy that I can’t put into words. Seeing two people love one another, capturing the creativity of each individual and unique wedding, it’s something I love having the opportunity to do!

Awarded Best of Zola
When we first got engaged and we found tonya i expressed how worried i was that we had never done photos before and had no clue what we really wanted but i knew i didnt want them to look posed i wanted our emotions to show through. She was very understanding and helpful she sent me some pictures shed done before and then i went pintrest crazy :). Then i found out i was pregnant and we decided to postpone our wedding she was super understanding and happy for us and stayed in contact with us as we tried to come up with a new date. I absolutely loved working with tonya she did an amazing job on our pictures i swear i fall more in love with them each time i look at them. She also worked well with some of the nerdy pictures we wanted which envolved harry potter and star wars :). I had something i wanted to change in one of our wedding photos(she was already done editing our photos) for a Christmas gift for my husband and she was all for it and it turned out absolutely perfect. I fully recommend using her for any of your photography needs.
Shelby & M., 2 years ago
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Julia Cuddy Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Waterford, MI

I’m Julia - people always ask me how long I’ve been a photographer for and the cliché (but true) answer is for forever. I’ve walked through many alleys that led me to photographing weddings. I worked for the Field Museum photographing meteorites during my college years in Chicago, then worked as a freelancer in the automotive industry when I moved back to Michigan, and worked in a studio photographing everything from seniors to pets. It wasn’t until 5 years ago I decided I loved photographing weddings and couples. I feel like they’re all connected somehow. I'm lucky I found my niche and even luckier that I got to run with it.

Buckle up, we are planning on writing an incredible review. To future brides & grooms reading our review: If you are going to do anything right for your wedding day (besides marrying your best friend), hire Julia as your wedding photographer!!! We can not stress enough how much Julia impacted our wedding day. First, she has your back. She helped us keep calm and keep our timeline on track. Julia had a great sense of reading the room. She was by our side when we needed her. Second, we had a BLAST! Julia kept our energy UP (she's a Leo, if you know you know). She had both of us laughing, smiling, and overall happy. Even our bridal party and family LOVED Julia's professionalism and how she conducts group photos. My bridesmaids were obsessed with her and plan on using her in the future. She's seriously that good. Third, her photography style was exactly what we needed. She is super knowledgeable about poses, lighting, background, etc. She was honest and explained why she had us do certain pictures. She took into account any preferences we had (standing on the left side rather than the right, mobility concerns, etc). Also, be ready to get creative! Overall, Julia is the best wedding photographer we could've asked for and so happy she got to capture our wedding day! Service we chose: 8-hour package with engagement photoshoot To Julia: thank you so much for making our wedding day amazing. You played such an important role in our day. We talk about how we miss you already and hope we can plan some photoshoots in the future!
Dana T., 2 years ago
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Jen Marie Imagery 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hi!! I'm Jen, the heart and soul behind Jen Marie Imagery! I'm passionate about creating unforgettable memories through my lens. Beyond being a dedicated photographer, I'm a coffee lover, taco enthusiast, concert junkie, Netflix aficionado, and proud pet parent. My journey with photography started as a childhood passion, using up all my mom's film on disposable cameras. What began as a hobby transformed into my life's calling in 2016 when I booked my first wedding. From that moment, I knew I had found my true purpose. There’s nothing I love more than photographing love!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jen was absolutely incredible to work with! From the very beginning, her communication was clear, prompt, and so reassuring. She brought such a friendly, calming presence to our wedding day and truly went above and beyond to make everything run smoothly. She made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera, and the photos she captured are absolutely stunning. We can’t thank her enough for being such an important part of our wedding day! Highly, highly recommend!
Taylor and J., 4 months ago
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Marci Curtis - The Michigan Wedding Photojournalist 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hi There! I'm Marci... photographer, nurturer, and lover of life. You'll find me taking photos, traveling, in the water or preferably doing all three. I've been a full time photographer since I graduated from UMich and absolutely love what I do. Weddings are my happy place. I'm both calm and fun. I take my job seriously, but wedding days are a ton of fun and so I have a good time too... being creative, bonding with clients and enjoying capturing love stories. I think the joy I have for life is reflected throughout my photos. As one of my clients put it, "It’s wonderful energy to be around someone that loves what they do."

Awarded Best of Zola
Marci Curtis - The Michigan Wedding Photojournalist is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is kind, attentive and immensely talented, capturing all the special moments of a wedding day with such care and artistry. Her work is truly exceptional. Marci is a wonderful organizational partner, working seamlessly with vendors like myself to ensure everything runs smoothly for our couples. She will take great care of you on your wedding day. Book her NOW!
Mary Ann P., a year ago
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Gold & Elm Wedding Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Waterford, MI
  • Offer

Hello, I'm Rich...I’m a wedding photographer for couples who want their day to feel natural, meaningful, and true to who they are. From palliative care nursing to raising twins, I’ve learned to bring a grounded, intuitive presence to every step of the process. I prioritize clear, prompt communication and thoughtful planning calls so we’re always on the same page. When details are aligned and the process feels calm, you can be fully present, resulting in a smoother experience and more genuine, true-to-life images.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were looking for fun, romantic, light & bright photos that are also timeless and true to color, and man did Rich deliver. Communication was amazing- he doesn't take long to respond and is easy to get ahold of. He was so easy to work with from handling a little last minute chaos with engagement photo locations to us replanning our entire wedding within three months. He made sure our engagement and wedding photos went without a hitch. Not only was Rich fun to work with, but he was a fantastic resource and we enjoyed the levity and expertise he brought to every step of the process. Our photos are STUNNING. I will recommend Gold & Elm to anybody who will listen!
Madison P., 2 years ago
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Wendy Thibodeau Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,100
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hii! I am Wendy! I love storytelling and my heart loves endlessly. No two stories are alike and we all have something to learn from each other. I have been on this journey as a wedding photographer for over a decade. I have been taken to so many places that I would have never been to if it weren't for my wonderful clients. I have shared the most beautiful, important and heartfelt moments with my couples, their friends and their families.

Awarded Best of Zola
Just finished another amazing session with Wendy... From our family photos over the last decade to our son’s first birthday photos…and most recently our elopement early July, Wendy captures the most perfect moments and emotion. The candid in-betweens she captures always end up being my fave, and I am so thankful I can always trust her to capture our most cherished moments! Will continue to turn to Wendy for years to come!
Stephany F., 2 years ago
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Kendall Jewel Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hi, I'm Kendall, a portrait and wedding photographer based in Fenton, MI. As a photographer, I view every shoot as an opportunity to capture the beauty in the little moments- to make a masterpiece out of something that, to the naked eye, would seem mundane. My mission is to capture your story as beautifully as you've lived it.

Awarded Best of Zola
Weddings are hectic and we are terrible at planning. Kendall had the patience of a saint with the chaos we were working through and was still by far the most pleasant person we worked with during our wedding season. In terms of her photos, pricing and proverbial “bang for your buck,” there is nobody who is bringing the level of quality in their photos that she is capable of producing in the price range she offers her services for. We chose her from a list of over 80 photographers offering their services to us, Kendall was the clear and obvious choice for the reasons I mentioned above. We had extremely high expectations for what we were hoping to receive back and she’s already exceeded them with what she’s sent us in the sneak peak. If you’re thinking of doing business with her, book her now, you will regret not securing her for your date, as I promise someone else will!
Bill A., a year ago
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Kate Diamond Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI

ᴘʟᴇᴀꜱᴇ ʀᴇᴀᴄʜ ᴏᴜᴛ ᴛᴏ ᴍᴇ ᴏɴ ᴍʏ ᴡᴇʙꜱɪᴛᴇ ᴡᴡᴡ.ᴋᴀᴛᴇᴅɪᴀᴍᴏɴᴅ.ᴄᴏᴍ/ᴄᴏɴᴛᴀᴄᴛ For the past 10 years, I pride myself on documenting genuine authentic couples. My Team! A strong woman isn't built alone, it takes a team. Jessica has been a huge part of our team for a while. We've also worked with so many other creatives who help keep Kate Diamond what it is today. My work ethics are appearance, attendance, attitude, character, communication, cooperation, organizational skills, productivity, respect and teamwork.

Awarded Best of Zola
The best decision I made was having Kate as our wedding photographer! I cannot imagine our special day without her. From the moment I inquired back in August of 2020, to our wedding day October 2021, Kate was with us every step of the way. She was amazing at communicating, answering my (many) questions, and making us feel so comfortable in front of the camera! Throughout this process, she became a great friend as well. On our wedding day, she made sure we stayed on track with timing, and made it a priority to ensure my husband and I were taken care of. Her positive energy, flexibility, and expertise made the day so much fun and so memorable. Kate perfectly captured our love--her photographs are of the highest quality and have unique touches that represent each of her clients. We are so very thankful that we had Kate be apart of our wedding day. She went above and beyond to make our day everything and more!
Nicole G., 4 years ago
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E.J.O. Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Waterford, MI

My name is Erin Oginsky and I am the owner and photographer behind EJO Photography. I first learned how to use a camera in 1999, when I took a photography class in college. Since then I have loved taking pictures, but did not start taking photos professionally until 2008! Since then I have learned and grown as a photographer. I love photographing weddings, engagements, and families. In addition to photography, my passion is my children, my husband, and the non-profit we run, Mission 25.

Awarded Best of Zola
At the events director I am able to confidently recommend Erin as your wedding photographer. She worked with one of our couples on 10-10-2020 that rode the rollercoaster of every changing restrictions. Prepared for inside events, then outside and back inside in two different spaces. She cooperated with us by posting her photos of this specific wedding on our Real Weddings Wedding Wire site and they were beautiful. (this is why I feel I could recommend) The photos captured the couple perfectly and the day was flawless.
Suzanne, 5 years ago
Erica Kearns Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Waterford, MI

For the unscripted- Your love story deserves to be told unscripted. We believe that the magic lies in the spontaneous laughter, the stolen glances, and the heartfelt gestures that develop authentically throughout your wedding day. Our unobtrusive approach allows us to blend seamlessly into your day, ensuring that you and your loved ones can savor each moment while we work our magic behind the scenes. We strive to be invisible storytellers, capturing the raw emotions, the unexpected surprises, and the authentic connections that make your wedding day truly unique.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had so much fun working with Erica, she was incredibly laid back through our engagement shoot and wedding. We were able to get into a fun groove and she was so accommodating. She has a great line of communication which I appreciated so much, she always got back with me and gave clear answers through all my wedding stress and questions. You can really tell she is in her element shooting!
Eleni + M., 5 years ago
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Madalyn Muncy Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hi, I'm Madalyn Muncy-Piens, the lady behind the lens over here at Madalyn Muncy Photography. I'm not into being the center of attention so I keep your wedding ALL ABOUT YOU. I'm all about balance, so I'm the perfect combination of organized and flexible, proactive yet not overbearing, knowledgeable but not bossy, and a comforting presence both with and without a camera in hand. When you hire me, you get someone who genuinely cares about comparing photos of our dogs, sharing recipes for dinner, and listening to your book recommendations. Check out my website or Instagram to learn more about me!

Awarded Best of Zola
I hired Madalyn for my wedding in 2020, and have since recommended her to every bride I've met! No one in my family was necessarily comfortable in front of the camera, but Madalyn has a way of calming people and getting them to relax. We have beautiful posed photos from our wedding, but some of my favorites were the natural, candid shots! Additionally, she is always responsive and timely; she delivered sneak peeks of our pictures just days after our wedding, and the rest of our photos came exactly when she set the expectation for delivery. If you're looking for a vendor who is personable, calming, and kind, she's your gal!
Dani N., 5 years ago
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Mollan Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Waterford, MI

I've been specializing in weddings for nearly 15 years. My style includes capturing the many genuine moments that occur during the wedding day in an unobtrusive and low key way. Documenting the day in an artistic and non cheesy way really tells the story of a couple's big day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Matt is by far one of the best single shooter photographers I have ever met. He is everywhere he needs to be to get all of the amazing shots you want. He is so easy going and professional! You will love every single picture he takes and it will be hard to pick what ones you will want in your wedding album, and on your walls. He gets to know you on a personal level and listens to what you want. He is the best!!
Jennifer , 2 years ago
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Kindred Light Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hi! I'm Danielle. I'm a Midwest elopement and intimate wedding photographer. Currently based in a small suburb just outside Detroit, Michigan, but available for travel anywhere! I have had a love for creating for as long as I can remember. When I was little, I drew everything as I saw it and I think that's why photography feels so perfect. It's an absolute dream to be an artist by trade and capturing special moments is a job I take to heart.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kindred Light captured our special day better than I ever thought possible. She was available on short notice & traveled to us. She went above and beyond all expectations. I’m so thankful to have these beautiful photos to look back on.
Kiva and P., 4 years ago
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Heidi Koerber Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Michigan-based wedding, elopement & lifestyle photographer. I call my style naturally posed/documentary. My galleries are filled with both artfully posed photos and candid moments. I will be your biggest hype woman (:

I found Heidi Koerber Photo scrolling through instagram and it ended up being the best vendor decision we made for our wedding. Heidi had great communication - she responded thoroughly and thoughtfully to all my emails and texts, and was so incredibly helpful every step of the way leading up to the wedding. She helped me tweak and finalize my entire wedding timeline, and I would not have gotten through my wedding day without her calming voice and guidance. Heidi's photos are beautiful, thoughtful, unique, authentic, and joyful - her work truly speaks for itself. She is the sweetest, and booking her as our photographer was a decision I would make over and over again.
morgan k., 7 months ago
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Teresa Mead Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Waterford, MI
  • Offer

Hi, I'm Teresa Mead, a wedding, family, and lifestyle photographer in Lapeer, Mi. Ive been capturing real love and life for 16 years, now with my husband Ryan as our videographer. We specialize in weddings, travel weddings, and family sessions, using natural light, flash photography, and beautiful scenery to create memories you'll treasure forever. Lets tell your story beautifully!

Teresa is the sweetest, kindest person you could ever meet. And if that wasn’t enough in itself, she takes some pretty bomb photos too!! You will NOT be disappointed if you hire her! Just do it! Teresa photographed a friend’s wedding years ago and I always knew I wanted her to photograph my wedding too. She did a fun couples shoot for us a couple years back as well at the fair and those are some of my favorite photos of us to date! Every time we work with her she is professional, kind, so easy to work with, and captures us perfectly! We loved having her there to document our elopement day and can’t wait to have her capture our family as it hopefully grows over the years. Thanks Teresa, you’re the best!
Jane H., 5 months ago
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Jlboone Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Since 2012, I’ve grown from a point-and-shoot camera and a dream into a 5-star-rated, award-winning photographer. Encouraged by my fiancé and family, I built a business rooted in capturing life’s most meaningful moments. I specialize in natural light lifestyle photography—seniors, weddings, and more—with a passion for authentic, timeless images. I believe every story deserves to be celebrated. I also give back through community projects and my annual tradition of donating Christmas toys to the local children’s hospital. I’m honored to help preserve your story, one photo at a time.

I was beyond pleased with our experience having Jessica as our photographer for our wedding! She was very efficient with communication and making sure we had everything in place for the big day! When the day came she was so good at picking poses and different photos to take and worked so well with me having my dogs incorporated into my photos! She also got our photos back to me so fast I couldn’t believe it! The photos were absolutely breathtaking! Would use her again in a heartbeat!
Jessica + C., 6 years ago
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Daniels Portraits 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI

I am Aaron Daniels, a published photographer and filmmaker based in Metro Detroit. I love capturing the moments that matter most, from the first look to the last dance, and telling the story of your day through photos and video. I see myself as an extended family member on your wedding day, bringing a calm presence, jumping in to help, and making sure you feel supported every step of the way. For me, it is all about starting families, sharing your joy, and creating timeless memories you will cherish forever.

We received our photo gallery and were in such awe. I knew when booking with Aaron that he had the photography style we were looking for - but getting the photos back exceeded all expectations. It was also such a breeze working with him. It had felt like we were working with a close friend that was able to allow everyone to relax and truly look candid and enjoy the day. I went into this not really having a shot list and Aaron and his team delivered everything I didn’t even know I needed! I could not recommend Daniel’s Portraits enough and we will definitely be booking with him again in the future!
Marisa H., 2 months ago
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Jacquelyn Genevieve Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Waterford, MI

update 1/2026- I am no longer active on responses through Zola and ask you to connect with me through my website only to check on availability. Thank you so much! On the day of your wedding, you will see me laughing, crying during the first look and dances, and enjoying the day with you so I blend in better to capture those true raw moments. I keep us on schedule, whether it's photography related or not, to make sure everything is running smoothly on your day.

Jacquelyn Genevieve Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photographer. From the moment we first spoke, we were impressed by her personal and attentive communication style. She truly listened to the details that were important to us and was always quick to respond to our questions. On the day of our wedding, Jacquelyn was a fly on the wall, capturing all the moments and details of our special day in a way that felt intimate and personal. Looking at the photos now, it's like reliving the whole day. Jacquelyn was so easy to work with and really helped everyone feel at ease, allowing her to beautifully tell the story of our wedding through her exceptional photography. We are thrilled with the quality of Jacquelyn Genevieve Photography's work and the value she provided for our wedding day. I will use her for any future family portraits or big life moments. She is the best!
Allie W., a year ago
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Santacruz Imagery 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hi there! My name is Janelle, a 26-year-old Metro Detroit based photographer passionate about capturing emotional moments. Whether it’s your wedding day, engagement, or growing family, my top priority is staying true to the essence of each scene—preserving it in time for you to cherish forever. Aquí también se habla español! Photography is a part-time pursuit for me, I also work full-time and stay active in the Detroit alternative music scene as a concert photographer.

Santacruz Imagery was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, their communication was excellent - they always responded to our inquiries within 24 hours, if not faster. The quality of their work is truly outstanding, and the photographer has an incredible eye for the most flattering poses. We've only done our engagement session so far, but the results were amazing - she made us feel so relaxed and comfortable, and the pictures came out beautifully. We can't wait to see what she captures on our wedding day! Santacruz Imagery is really amazing and very flexible, and we would highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable wedding photographer.
Madison H., a year ago
Mariah Kasten Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,698
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hello there! My name is Mariah Kasten and I am a Michigan Wedding Photographerphotographer. I love watching my couples interact and seeing their love for one another. I have absolutely fallen in love with couples, engagements, and wedding photography. As an extrovert, I find it so fun to meet so many couples and capture these moments in their lives. I would love to work with you and capture some beautiful moments in your life!

We hired Mariah for our wedding this December and I cannot express how amazing she was to work with! She is highly professional and her work is stunning! She was very flexible the day and checked in on me and my husband through out the day to make sure she captured all the shots we wanted. She already gave us a large sneak peek and I am so glad we picked her as our photographer for our big day. I cannot thank her enough for everything! I would highly recommend her to any couple out there searching for their photographer.
Hanna M., 2 years ago
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Juniper Woods Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hey! I'm Christina- an elopement + intimate wedding photographer based in Michigan and travel worldwide. If you're looking for the traditional wedding photographer- you won't find that here. An adventurous spirit and a sucker for true love. I yearn to capture those wildly intimate moments for ALL couples. I'm here for the wild souls, the madly in love, those who romanticize the world around them. Capturing honest love in the most beautiful places on the planet is what fuels my fire. If you are seeking cinematic, documentary style art- you're in the right place.

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We have worked with Christina many times for our pictures and I promise you, we won’t go anywhere else ever again! The first time we did pictures with Christina she made us feel SO comfortable and she was so professional guiding us on what poses to do (because we had no idea), you feel like you’ve known her your entire life right when you first meet her. If you want absolutely stunning pictures, and a fantastic experience Christina of Juniper woods is the way to go, I cannot recommend her enough!
Stephanie and C., 4 years ago