The Inn at St. John’s : Chris + Kate’s Michigan Wedding


Everyone can appreciate the travel and time that goes in to attending a wedding. When you add in that the bride and groom live in another state, that adds a whole new dimension and I’m sure a lot more hurdles with the planning process. It also turns the wedding day into a true reunion in many ways. A returning home, reuniting with friends from all points in your life, and a fabulous way to start your lives as husband and wife.

Chris and Kate’s relationship started at Notre Dame and grew as they studied engineering and took jobs across the country in Seattle. The brought some Seattle weather back to Michigan with them for the wedding but it turned out to have just enough sun we could go outside for pictures and wind to make Kate’s veil look fabulous! I only shoot a few weddings in Michigan each year and I was so happy I was able to be a part of the day and I can’t wait to hear what you think. I’m going to have to add on to this post in a few days as I’m traveling and this is all I could get up for now. So – enjoy this and check back for more!

Kate looked amazing as a bride and I love this series where I feel it all came together. The moment you put on the dress is when you really realize that this is your wedding day.

They are the cutest couple and don’t let their brains fool you they know how to have fun!

Yes, I couldn’t get enough of Kate’s gorgeous dress and veil. The scenery was perfect too- these enclosed gardens blocked enough wind that it was perfect back there.

To end, a few of the wonderful bridal party! To see the complete set of photos head over to the proofing gallery, register and have fun looking through all of the images! You can also help Chris and Kate earn a free enlargement by leaving a comment on this post. Enjoy!

July 16, 2010 - 1:12 pm

lynne dardis - Kate is the epitome of the radiant bride and Chris the loving groom which was captured in these pictures.

July 16, 2010 - 1:10 pm

lynne dardis - Kate is the epitome of the radiant bride and Chris the loving groom which was captured in these pictures. lynne

July 16, 2010 - 9:28 am

Janice - Kate I love love love the set of use getting you into the dress…that was one of my favorite parts of the whole day! Mary your photos here and in the proofing gallery are fabulous. Thanks for helping us capture such great memories. xx

July 15, 2010 - 10:30 pm

Barb Spilane - The outdoor pictures are amazing considering the 40 mph winds and frigid temps.

Beautiful!

July 15, 2010 - 9:25 pm

Katie - The photos do a beautiful bride and handsome groom justice! I loved seeing them all — wish I could have been there to see it all in person!

July 14, 2010 - 3:10 pm

Nicole - Beautiful Photos! I love how the purple BM dresses POP in every picture. Bride and Groom look so gitty!

July 14, 2010 - 12:29 pm

Brett - Very beautiful and Chris looked sharp too.

July 14, 2010 - 12:20 pm

stephanie - what amazing photos and I especially love part II as well! thank you so much for allowing me to a part of your special day :)

July 14, 2010 - 11:04 am

Susan - Awesome pictures!!!

July 14, 2010 - 9:24 am

Teegan McDonough - I love your pictures!! The ones with just the two of you, where you veil is blowing are amazing. I can’t believe you guys are married now! We had a great time at the wedding.
Love, Teegan

July 13, 2010 - 11:11 pm

Julie - Kate & Chris, your pictures look amazing, and we had so much fun!

July 13, 2010 - 9:59 pm

Jennifer Harris - Amazing pics – the wind really made your veil exceptional! We had SO much fun in Detroit!

June 29, 2010 - 5:54 pm

Sharon - The photos are incredible! They truly capture the aura of joy and happiness Chris & Kate enjoyed on this day

June 24, 2010 - 3:34 pm

Roxanne Langer - WOW!! Great pictures of a beautiful couple. I love everything….the bridal gown, the bridesmaid dresses, the church, and the photographs. Congrats to Chris & Kate !!!

June 22, 2010 - 4:14 pm

Mitchell C. - FABULOUS!

June 22, 2010 - 10:43 am

Nanette Smyser - The “Spirit” was definitely present. Glorious photo’s; love magnified!

June 21, 2010 - 2:16 pm

Terry Brennan - The pictures are awesome. The photographer did an amazing job of capturing a fabulous event.

June 20, 2010 - 11:19 pm

Cottingham - Beautiful pictures! We finally got our act together, picked out our pictures and got our wedding album about 2 months ago – it only took about 3 years, but it’s certainly fun to revisit them. We had a great time with you – congratulations again!

June 20, 2010 - 1:18 am

Kati - Beautiful! So glad you could share the pics, can only imagine what it looked like in person!

June 19, 2010 - 12:38 pm

Nancy - Awesome pics!

June 17, 2010 - 5:42 pm

Becky Stamps - What beautiful pictures…an absolutely stunning bride in an exquisite dress!!! Congratulations to you both.

June 17, 2010 - 12:27 pm

UB - What a beautiful couple. It was an amazing wedding.

June 17, 2010 - 1:09 am

Jack - Kate & Chris,
Your pictures turned out amazing! Can’t wait to see them all.

June 16, 2010 - 8:57 pm

Nick Muhich - These pictures bring back great memories of an amazing celebration! Congratulations Chris and Kate!

June 16, 2010 - 1:23 pm

Joy Friend - Wow! Her veil was beautiful and it certainly made for some great pictures in the wind!

June 15, 2010 - 10:16 pm

Suma - Very beautiful. It’s hard to pick a favorite, but I love the pics of the bridesmaids arranging the dress and the color photo with the kiss and windblown veil.

June 15, 2010 - 7:33 pm

Mary - The pictures could not have been more beautiful to capture such a wonderful day in your lives!

June 15, 2010 - 5:44 pm

Jenn - I LOVE the veil pictures. Kate, you look stunning. Thanks for sharing and THANK your photographer for the beautiful pictures that captured this awesome memory!!

June 15, 2010 - 2:51 pm

Kate - The bride looks gorgeous! Can’t believe how amazing all the pictures turned out!!

June 14, 2010 - 9:14 pm

meg - very nice. at first glance I too love the bridesmaid dresses. beautiful long train and veil and what a pretty setting. it’s like you can never photograph the same spot twice mair–it’s great!!

June 14, 2010 - 9:54 am

Sarah K - Well done Mary:) I LOVE her dress! I think the wind only helped you out in these– it adds personality! Nice!

June 14, 2010 - 12:12 am

Molly - Loooove the veil pics! And I love how the color of her bridesmaids’ dresses adds such a vibrant splash of color.

June 13, 2010 - 5:27 pm

Elicia - so beautiful! the wind and veil are amazing.

January 27, 2011 - 9:43 am
June 16, 2010 - 12:43 am

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