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Weddings

An Italy-Inspired Wedding in MI at Castle Farms in Charlevoix

Katie and Mark’s fall wedding in MI at Castle Farms in Charlevoix was straight out of a fairytale! They debated on eloping in Italy, but decided that they wanted their closest friends and family to be present! So they found a slice of their Italy dream in beautiful Northern Michigan at Castle Farms. Who would […]

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Couples

Holcomb Garden Fall Engagement Session | Maddie + Jake

Maddie and Jake’s Indiana Fall engagement session was so beautiful. I love photographing couples’ engagement sessions around the fall time because we get the best fall colors here in Indiana! We met at Holcomb Gardens

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Couples

Winter Engagement Photos | Zoe + Noah

I am in love with these winter engagement photos with Zoe and Noah! These two are seriously so adorable together, we had so much fun laughing together during this session. Their smiling faces are so contagious. Also, can we talk about their outfits? The black and white with a pop of color in Zoe’s skirt […]

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5 Ideas For a Romantic Proposal

Some of the most romantic proposals I have seen have been with Marquee letters! Marquee letters are perfect for someone wanting to do a huge and epic proposal. You can purchase these letters on Amazon, Walmart, Etsy, and so many other online stores!

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How To Find The Perfect Wedding Photographer

Hop on a call or zoom with your photographer before you sign any contracts to make sure you click. Nothing feels more awkward when you don’t vibe with someone right?! We don’t need that kind of tension on your wedding day! This is so good to do because you’ll be able to talk to your photographer and even pick each other’s brains when talking about your wedding.

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Why You Should Consider a First Look

A first look is private and intimate, giving you the opportunity to experience the moment together without the pressure of everybody watching you. Without anyone present to anticipate your reactions, genuine emotions are able to shine through. It’s so important to have a moment together to breathe from all the chaos of the day and this is a great way to do just that.

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ABOUT Kim kaye

Your destination wedding & intimate wedding photographer.

Hey, I’m Kim — and no, it’s not short for Kardashian 😉
I’m your destination wedding and elopement photographer with a Type A edge and a camera roll full of golden hour and giggles.

I’m always down for spontaneous bubbly, chasing sunsets, and packing a bag for a good love story. If you’re planning a wedding that feels like you — intimate, joyful, wildly meaningful — I’ll be there to document it all with sophistication and soul.

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Planning your day is a lot, let's be honest. Your wedding timeline is the key to having things flow freely throughout your day.
*hiring a planner is a huuuge benefit too* 
To help, I've created a timeline guide for you to use as a reference to get an idea on what you day will look like.

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