michigan | Chicago | Worldwide

I strive to document both the anticipated and unrehearsed moments of your wedding day.

candid Moments

&

A Balance of Romantic

THESE MOMENTS DESERVE TO BE remembered exactly how they felt.

...the tears you swore you wouldn’t let escape your eyes during your best friend's speech.

...the shoulder kisses and glances at each other throughout the night.

...the silent, tear-filled smile as you remember the person you wish was physically present.

...abuela's gentle forehead kiss as she holds your hands and stares at you in awe.

...the tight hug you share right after the ceremony when you realize you’re married.

...the look on your grooms face when he sees you for the first time.

...seeing yourself fully ready right before walking down the aisle.

...the tears you swore you wouldn’t let escape your eyes during your best friend's speech.

...the shoulder kisses and glances at each other throughout the night.

...the silent, tear-filled smile as you remember the person you wish was physically present.

...abuela's gentle forehead kiss as she holds your hands and stares at you in awe.

...the tight hug you share right after the ceremony when you realize you’re married.

...the look on your grooms face when he sees you for the first time.

...seeing yourself fully ready right before walking down the aisle.

...the tears you swore you wouldn’t let escape your eyes during your best friend's speech.

...the shoulder kisses and glances at each other throughout the night.

...the silent, tear-filled smile as you remember the person you wish was physically present.

...abuela's gentle forehead kiss as she holds your hands and stares at you in awe.

...the tight hug you share right after the ceremony when you realize you’re married.

...the look on your grooms face when he sees you for the first time.

...seeing yourself fully ready right before walking down the aisle.

...the tears you swore you wouldn’t let escape your eyes during your best friend's speech.

...the shoulder kisses and glances at each other throughout the night.

...the silent, tear-filled smile as you remember the person you wish was physically present.

...abuela's gentle forehead kiss as she holds your hands and stares at you in awe.

...the tight hug you share right after the ceremony when you realize you’re married.

...the look on your grooms face when he sees you for the first time.

...seeing yourself fully ready right before walking down the aisle.

...the tears you swore you wouldn’t let escape your eyes during your best friend's speech.

...the shoulder kisses and glances at each other throughout the night.

...the silent, tear-filled smile as you remember the person you wish was physically present.

...abuela's gentle forehead kiss as she holds your hands and stares at you in awe.

...the tight hug you share right after the ceremony when you realize you’re married.

...the look on your grooms face when he sees you for the first time.

...seeing yourself fully ready right before walking down the aisle.

...the tears you swore you wouldn’t let escape your eyes during your best friend's speech.

...the shoulder kisses and glances at each other throughout the night.

...the silent, tear-filled smile as you remember the person you wish was physically present.

...abuela's gentle forehead kiss as she holds your hands and stares at you in awe.

...the tight hug you share right after the ceremony when you realize you’re married.

...the look on your grooms face when he sees you for the first time.

...seeing yourself fully ready right before walking down the aisle.

...the tears you swore you wouldn’t let escape your eyes during your best friend's speech.

...the shoulder kisses and glances at each other throughout the night.

...the silent, tear-filled smile as you remember the person you wish was physically present.

...abuela's gentle forehead kiss as she holds your hands and stares at you in awe.

...the tight hug you share right after the ceremony when you realize you’re married.

...the look on your grooms face when he sees you for the first time.

...seeing yourself fully ready right before walking down the aisle.

you've been dreaming about...

THE kind of MOMENTS

HONEST CONNECTION

PLANNING & PREPARATION

You are not just another couple you are real people. You have a story that I am excited to get to know and document. 

POSING & DIRECTION

I promise to tell you what to do with your hands, but most importantly, I will create an atmosphere where you still feel like yourself but look your absolute best. 

LIGHTING & COMPOSITION

I believe in having a plan, but also going with the flow. I will collaborate with your planner/coordinator to ensure we have the right amount of time to document everything. 

my expertise

Indoor Wedding? Winter Wedding? Rainy Day? You don't have to worry about compromising on beautiful, high quality images. I've invested the time and resources to learning the art of good lighting for any situation.

of trust and relationship.

emerge from a place 

I hold the firm belief that the key to all these beautiful, heartfelt, make-your-cheeks-hurt-from-smiling kind of moments you’re dreaming of -

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Tailored Wedding Collections

... is the simple truth that no two couples, stories or wedding days are the same. For this reason I choose to custom tailor all wedding collections once we have had the opportunity to chat via consultation call. It's important for me to get to know you and your needs, and for you to get to know me, my style and personality to make sure I'm the perfect fit for your day. 

What sets my work apart and infuses it with uniqueness...

the

investment

range from $8200 - 12k

jenn & noah

"Not only was she professional and organized, but she made us feel like our wedding was just as much of a dream come true for her.

Madison & Connor

"We felt so at ease with her throughout the wedding day making the experience so much more enjoyable."

ALEXANDRA & ALEX

"Patty is a friend, coordinator, leader, planner, hype woman, peace in the chaos, and so much more."

Asked Questions

Frequently

What does the turnaround for our full gallery look like?

Your full gallery will be delivered within 6 weeks from your wedding date. 

How far out do you book for weddings?

I book 12-15 months at a time. 

Do you travel for weddings?

Yes, I am available for domestic and international weddings!

Who is your second photographer?

While I don’t have one designated person, I do have a pool of experienced, professional wedding photographers that I contract to work for me based on availability and personalities.

How many images will I receive in our wedding gallery?

Most of my couples see anywhere from 90-100 images per hour that I am hired to work.

Do you shoot on film or just digital?

Yes and No - I am happy to add a roll or 2 of film to your wedding package for fun low pressure images. But I do not exclusively shoot film on wedding days. We can chat more about this if you'd like!

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Your Moments, Your Story

Your Love, Your People