On a perfectly sun-soaked Michigan summer day, Jess and Coty celebrated their love with the big party they’d been dreaming of at Camp Blodgett, one of the most stunning outdoor wedding venues along the Lake Michigan shoreline. From the moment we arrived, it was clear these two are pure joy together—the kind of couple who make everyone around them laugh, smile, and feel the love. Their playful energy carried through every detail of the day, and it was impossible not to get caught up in their happiness.
Everyone—from the couple to their guests—looked radiant in gorgeous shades of blue and white, perfectly matching the sparkling lake and bright summer sky. We wandered the beach for portraits, capturing candid moments of laughter, goofy faces, and the kind of joy only these two can create together.
Their heartfelt ceremony on the beach was magical, with Lake Michigan as the ultimate backdrop, and it perfectly reflected their personalities: heartfelt, full of love, and sprinkled with fun. From dancing the night away to shared jokes and endless smiles, this Lake Michigan beach wedding was an unforgettable celebration of love, laughter, and life with the people who matter most. Jess and Coty’s day will live in our hearts (and our cameras) forever.
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Assistant photographed for: Kailyn Quinn Photo
