MYSTIC CREEK GOLF CLUB WEDDING PHOTOS

Metro Detroit Michigan wedding photography at the Mystic Creek Golf Club in Milford provided by Kellie Saunders and her team of creative wedding photographers located in Birmingham, MI.

See their Lake Michigan Beach Wedding Portraits HERE

Angela and Ryan have become two of my favorite people ever! Since our first meeting we were instant friends. I don't want to go into the whole story publicly, as it's not my story to tell, but Angela and Ryan were taken advantage of by another vendor and that's how they found me. They were lied to and taken for quite a ride. When we met and they told me their story I was so upset for them. Actually I was livid. I’m pretty sure Angela can attest to that. I don’t like hearing when people are taken advantage of and it breaks my heart when it’s in my industry. Because legally I can’t say anything more, what I can and will say is this, PLEASE research your vendors carefully. Check their reviews and also their business names. If they have changed their name a few times, there is probably a reason. Google, google and google some more. Then do it again. If a vendor uses a business name and not their personal name, google their personal name as well to see what comes up. You'd be surprised sometimes what you will find. If you find something suspicious, ask them about it. Maybe it’s nothing, but maybe it is something you need to be aware of. It may save you a lot of heartache and a whole lot of money.

Once the two of them made it through that hurdle, we were off and away! I absolutely adored them and I think they felt the same about me, so we set a date for an engagement session and what a great session it was! You can see the photos from their engagement session HERE.

I learn so much about my clients as I’m working with them, and while I can't share every little detail on a public blog post, especially when it comes to family dynamics and history, I can share how I feel about them. What I learned about Ryan and the kind of person he is made me believe in goodness once again. He is incredible and has such a pure and giving heart. I don’t mean to sound like I’m gushing over this guy, but those of you reading this who know Angela and Ryan personally will understand exactly why I say this. You are probably nodding your heads in agreement! They don't make many guys like him. Oh, and I won't forget to talk about Angela as well. She is just as selfless and loving. She is a giving mother and caring wife. She puts Ryan's needs above her own (and even though he is deserving, because hello... I just said he was amazing), she is also very much deserving of his heart. These two were truly made to be best friends and be married to each other.

Now, on to their wedding. From the very beginning we knew that a holding a wedding in November was risky. In Michigan, you just never know what kind of day you will have. They planned an outdoor ceremony and indoor reception at Mystic Creek in Milford. Angela and Ryan also knew that they wanted special wedding portraits, even if the weather took a turn for the worse. So, we decided up front to schedule a second portrait session for them on Lake Michigan for later that summer. What a good thing we did because as it turned out, it was cold on the actual wedding day and we couldn't stay outside for long before noses turned red and eyes started to water from the wind.

Their wedding day, cold as it may have been, was still very special. Angela and Ryan decided to have a first look to try and get some portraits out of the way before the ceremony. It worked out perfect because the sun was high enough in the sky at that time to offer us a tad bit of warmth. They also exchanged gifts, and Ryan knew Angela well because she received a fabulous new handbag and necklace in exchange for a custom-made duck call that she purchased for him. (I think that's what they are called - duck calls right?). It was cute and we all had a good laugh. We shot some portraits for as long as the weather allowed and then gathered for the ceremony.

The wind started to pick up just before the ceremony and guests were cuddled tightly together in blankets that Angela and Ryan provided. (They truly though of everything)! Their vows were quickly exchanged as we shivered and tried to warm our hands and then we were off to the reception. Angela and Ryan's hit the ball out of the park when it came to their ballroom. There was not a detail that was missed. Angela is a DIY person, and she did an amazing job. Her centerpieces were so unique. Each table was named for a place Angela and Ryan had been. The tables were adorned with a lantern and photo that showed the couple at that particular location. To tie it all together was the seating chart which was a map showcasing each table according to region. See it below. It was very well thought out! They created a butterfly hanging chandelier made from paper that was a work of art! I think there were a thousand butterflies and each had to be hand cut and strung so delicately so that it hung perfect from the ceiling. Each butterfly was die cut and glammed up with a jewel. It was a site to be seen. They draped the ceiling with fabric that changed the room completely. They thought of everything! They even had two caricatures artists so their guests could take home something special.
Even though it was darn cold, Angela and Ryan had a lovely wedding day! I've waited so long to post this because I wanted to also post their lake session that we had the following summer. I simply adore this couple and I hope you do too! Cheers to Angela and Ryan!

Michigan wedding photography by Kellie Saunders, Detroit Michigan wedding photographers. Kellie Saunders is one of the best Metro Detroit Wedding photographers around. She is a professional artistic wedding photographer located in Birmingham, Michigan. Her work has been published both locally and nationally in print and online. Her studio serves the entire metro Detroit area and offers wedding photography at it's best. Each wedding is treated with love, creativity and care not found in larger studios. She has an authentic documentary style and specialized in creating sophisticated and timeless wedding portraits.