I always tell my brides not to hold back their emotions on their wedding day! I understand that you might be concerned that you’ll ruin your makeup (you won’t), but those moments where you are 100% in the moment will be those images you cherish the most. I love that Katie and Devin were completely present in all of the moments of their wedding day this past Saturday! It all started, when Devin included the sweetest note with his gift to Katie that morning. Katie took a few moments to quietly sit down and read the letter that Devin wrote. After Katie finished reading the note, there wasn’t a dry eye in the room! It was the sweetest way to start the day.
Katie’s mom helped her step into her dress that morning! Katie and her mom have such a close bond, and I can only imagine how much that moment meant for both of them! Katie wore a fit and flare beaded wedding dress with a lace cathedral veil. Katie was breathtaking!! The bridal portraits we captured that morning are some of my forever favorites.
Devin and Katie decided to do a first look at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club, and the moment that Devin turned around and saw Katie he was overtaken with emotion! It was one of my favorite moments of the day. From there, Katie, Devin and their bridal party walked around the grounds of the yacht club for portraits before the ceremony! We lucked out with a breezy partly cloudy day by the water…we couldn’t have asked for anything better.
What I love about Katie and Devin is how close these two are to their families! It was so evident on their wedding day, that their family and friends mean so much to them. From Katie’s first look with her dad (bring on the tissues!) to Devin’s brother speech, it was all so meaningful! These two are such genuine and down to earth, and not to mention a joy to be around. Their wedding day represented them so perfectly!
Katie and Devin, I cannot wait for you to see these images! I can’t thank you two enough for inviting me into one of the most important days of your lives. I’ve had the best time getting to know you both over the past several months! I hope you two enjoy some of my favorite images.
If Katie and Devin receive 35 comments on this blog post, they’ll receive a complimentary 8×10 print of their favorite wedding image!!
Niki Marie Photography is an international wedding photographer based in Detroit, New York, and Chicago.
August 2nd, 2018 at 8:44 pm
Amazing wedding! That dress, the veil shots, the first look and all the great reception candids are all amazing! Congrats Katie and Devin !
August 3rd, 2018 at 6:37 am
Such an amazing wedding and beautiful pictures! Congrats to Katie and Devin!
August 3rd, 2018 at 7:41 am
The pictures are GORGEOUS! Great job! The wedding was absolutely PERFECT!! Congratulations Katie and Devin!
August 3rd, 2018 at 9:00 am
These pictures are beautiful!!! All of these moments were captured perfectly. So happy for you, Katie and Devin! Congrats! xoxo
August 3rd, 2018 at 10:43 am
Love every single photo!!
August 3rd, 2018 at 12:31 pm
Just beautiful! Wonderful to see the day captured so perfectly. Congrats you two!
August 4th, 2018 at 12:17 am
These are the most beautiful pictures of the most beautiful bride and groom! You can really feel the love through the pictures. Absolutely perfect! Congratulations again Katie and Devin!
August 4th, 2018 at 12:20 am
Stunning pictures! Best wedding ever!!!
August 4th, 2018 at 12:54 pm
Sooo gorgeous! Such an amazing job capturing this day!
August 6th, 2018 at 9:27 am
You captured Devin and Katie perfectly! The smiles, laughter and tears are all here for us to enjoy for a lifetime. Thank you, Niki.
Jane Montague
August 7th, 2018 at 10:12 pm
This was a beautiful wedding and you really captured the love and personalities of the families and the bridal party.
August 14th, 2018 at 5:26 pm
Niki!! You are absolutely amazing! Thank you sooo much for doing such a beautiful job! CANNOT WAIT to see the rest.
August 14th, 2018 at 5:35 pm
Beautiful pictures and such a fun wedding!
Congrats Katie and Devin!