B & M Take Three!

{Canton Michigan Family Photography | Michigan Child Photographer | Michigan Family Photographer}

It is always a treat when this sweet mother and daughter come calling for more family photographs.  They have such a sweet bond, and I adore watching little M grow and change through the months.  She’s a full-blown toddler, running, playing, talking, keeping Momma busy!  We met together on a frigid April evening, and it was COLD, but we ended up with some amazing skies, hung in there as long as we could, then made our way indoors for a bit.  I love the variety we got, and her little personality seeping through every picture.  Can’t wait for next time, guys!

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June 18, 2013 - 10:18 pm

Shannon Wilkinson - OMG! Gorgeous. Love the lighting, love the image on the hill…love them all. Absolutely stunning.

- Shan

June 19, 2013 - 1:39 pm

AKP Photography - Absolutely stunning session!! So dreamy and sweet :D

11-on-11 JUNE edition! Halfway!

{Metro Detroit Family Photographer | Ann Arbor Child Photography | Michigan family and child portraits}

Here we are on the 11th of June, and I’m halfway through my 11 pictures on the 11th project I’ve been working on with a few other talented photographers from around the world.  Since I’m always finding myself with more personal photos than I’d ever know what to do with, I decided last month to spend some time showcasing each of my kids separately.  Up this month:  my six year old, Cole.  Oh, how I adore this little dude.  He’s so playful, affectionate, funny, agile, and sweet that he continually makes me feel like the luckiest mom in the world (I am, you know).  And he’s beautiful, too, but he hates it when I say that.  ”NOT beautiful, Mom.  COOL.”

If you’d like to schedule a session for your child or family, contact me today and I am happy to make a place for you on my calendar.  In the meantime, be sure to take a look at all the awesome 11-on-11 posts in this month’s blog circle.  You won’t be disappointed!  Next up is the super duper amazing Georgia photographer Kate T Parker.  Seriously.  Check her out.  I cannot ever stop drooling over her awesome work.

 

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I considered, briefly, editing out the fillings and the dirt on his face, but I thought better of it.  This is Cole.  This is real.

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And….the monthly self-portrait.  Bottom half ok?

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June 11, 2013 - 10:57 am

reena - Sally, I love how you captured him in so many different ways. He is beautiful — in a cool and awesome way :) My favorite is the one with the book on his head.

June 11, 2013 - 12:19 pm

Taryn Boyd - Love these!!! Love the “this is cole this is real” and the horn picture made me LOL. but I am totally loving on the lensbaby!!!!!! gorgeous as always Sally

June 11, 2013 - 12:26 pm

sarah cambio - Goodness these are all so gorgeous!!!

June 11, 2013 - 1:12 pm

Fran Barker - Cole is so full of personality, I can see it!!! I love the French horn pictures and the one of him on the bridge is to die for!! Thanks for sharing.

June 11, 2013 - 2:10 pm

Rebecca M - Love how you showed how full of life and fun he is. The action shot with the hula hoop is fantastic!

June 11, 2013 - 2:26 pm

Anne Kerr - Sally, these are beautiful! Love how you find and use the light ALWAYS. What a beautiful boy he is!

June 11, 2013 - 3:08 pm

Laura Morita-Yeun - Sally, he’s BEAUTIFUL. I mean… COOL! lol! When I tell my dad he’s cute, he says “I don’t want to be cute, I want to be handsome.” lol.

That hula hoop shot is AMAZING.

June 11, 2013 - 3:57 pm

Alison Janki - Oh I love how you’ve captured him Sally!!! He is just such a cutie and you’ve really showcased his personality!! I love the hula hoop shot!! You are so talented!!

June 11, 2013 - 5:05 pm

Tonya Teran - What a cool little guy :) I love the way you captured all his faces. The hula hoop shot is awesome!!

June 11, 2013 - 7:07 pm

Leah - Damn straight he is COOL. (and a little beautiful, but dont tell him I said so, K?) As usual, you found the perfect light to capture your subject perfectly. They’re all gorgeous Sally. x

June 11, 2013 - 10:18 pm

Marie - Wow! What a killer smile he has! Love these pics and how his personality shines through.

June 11, 2013 - 10:43 pm

kate t parker - hello talent. wow,sally!

June 11, 2013 - 10:47 pm

Summer - Sally he is so adorable. Love how you captured him in so many ways. Really a glimpse into who he is. Love them

June 12, 2013 - 4:15 am

Lynn - Oh my goodness, how do you ever deny him anything with those gorgeous eyes?! I adore how you’ve captured his huge grin and obvious joy for life. And he’s right, he’s very cool!

June 12, 2013 - 11:17 am

Lina - Oh, he is such a doll boy! Love all the captures. So fun!

June 12, 2013 - 6:23 pm

Stephanie - Ha! I’ve seen some of these before!

Seriously, just lovely Sally! Cole really is beautiful!!

Kelli + Zach April 2013

{Michigan Wedding Photographer | South Lyon Wedding Photography | Novi Wedding Photographer}

Oh, sigh.  I just loved this wedding.  It was one of the first perfect Spring days of the season, perfect weather, no bugs, trees just beginning to blossom.  A beautiful, loving couple.  An awesome family.  A fun wedding party.  Golf carts!  A beautiful bride wearing her mother’s gorgeous wedding dress.  Even a little bit of Star Wars.  I had a hard time narrowing down which pictures to share from this Spring Wedding on the blog (800 too many?), because, well, they were just so fun to photograph.  And well, some good looks and a beautiful sunset can’t hurt, either.

I’m sure I’m going to look back at this post and remember about 10 other pictures that I meant to include.

Anyway.  Thank you, Kelli and Zach, for being so wonderful, and for choosing me to document such a beautiful and memorable occasion. How fun it was to view these photos and see how you two looked at one another.   I wish you many years of bliss.

If you are a bride and looking to book your Michigan (or beyond!) wedding, I am happy to meet with you in person or online and discuss a perfect collection for you.  Look here, and contact me for information.  I look forward to helping you plan your perfect wedding day.

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May 29, 2013 - 9:34 am

reena - Sally these are just gorgeous! I love how you capture all of the details, your creativity with the images. If I wasn’t already married I would be hiring you to capture our special day. What an awesome wedding photographer you are!

May 29, 2013 - 9:41 am

Lina - Absolutely stunning. Every detail you captured is amazing, such a gorgeous wedding and they will forever remember it because of you!

May 29, 2013 - 9:52 am

Summer - Oh Sally, love these. Those images if the bride and the sunburst flare are so cool. You got serious talent my friend.

May 29, 2013 - 9:57 am

wicho rivera - Amazing

May 29, 2013 - 10:11 am

Jessica - WOW, these are stunning!!! I love the one of them both under the veil. What a lovely couple!

May 29, 2013 - 3:20 pm

Allison Hilyer - Who wouldn’t want to hire you for their wedding?! Shazam, these are fab!!

May 29, 2013 - 9:09 pm

Becky - What a beautiful wedding! I love the brides dress and veil – so gorgeous! Wonderful work Sally!

May 30, 2013 - 7:59 pm

Stephanie - Swoooooooooon! These are so amazing. Your work is completely gorgeous! It kills me!

Seriously, these are so “WOW”!

June 2, 2013 - 1:59 pm

AKP Photography - Stunning wedding photos :D

Father’s Day Mini Sessions June 8

{Michigan Family Photographer | Mini Photo Sessions | Fathers Day Photography}

If you are looking for a great gift to give the fathers in your life, why not consider a mini session with SallyKate Photography?  Perhaps a surprise session of the kids to give to their dad, or a session WITH Dad?

On Saturday, June 8, I still have spots open for half-hour mini sessions.  Every client will choose five digital images and one 5×7 gift print from a gallery of 20 or more.  They will be ready and given to you in time for Fathers’ Day.

Spots still available:  12 pm. through 7 pm.  One half hour each.  Props are provided, location yet to be determined but will be in the Plymouth or Northville  area.

Call 734 968 8127 today if you would like to reserve a spot.

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Melissa + Mike April 2013 Wedding

{Dearborn Wedding Photography | Michigan Wedding Photographer | Southeast Michigan Wedding Portraits}

 

What a beautiful day this was.  I was very excited to photograph the wedding of Melissa and Mike on a brisk, April day in Michigan.  Although they now live in Ohio, Melissa is from this area and I had gotten to meet her before they met, so it was so fun to meet him and witness the fresh, tender affection they share with each other, and the wonderful connection Mike has with her daughter….who is one of the most adorable, funny and spirited 3-year-olds I’ve had the pleasure of knowing.

It was, well, cold.  But we pushed through and enjoyed a beautiful church wedding and pictures with the wedding party in downtown Detroit.  And, of course, a great time on the dance floor at the Dearborn Inn.

Thanks so much, Mike and Melissa, for the pleasure of photographing your wedding.  I wish you many years of love and happiness.

And to my fantastic second shooter, Noel of Noel Kelley Photography, thank you for your help and all your beautiful images.

 

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May 19, 2013 - 9:47 am

reena - Another stunning wedding that you captured. Beautiful couple and although it might have been cold (didn’t look like it!) beautiful day! Love the one of them on the couch between the last…gorgeous!

May 19, 2013 - 10:35 am

Allison Hilyer - So, so, so, so LOVELY! You are really developing a unique wedding style, Sally. Gorgeous work!!

May 19, 2013 - 10:49 am

Emily Charais - These are all so beautiful, fun, lovely, and gorgeous!

May 19, 2013 - 11:27 am

Christie - Oh my goodness, these are just gorgeous!!! The venue is just perfect, and I love all the details you captured. Beautiful work!

May 19, 2013 - 12:18 pm

Summer - So gorgeous Sally. Perfectly captured

May 19, 2013 - 2:33 pm

Rebecca M - Oh….these are just fantastic!!! You captured so many great moments!! Beautiful!

May 19, 2013 - 9:32 pm

Carrie - Sally these are stunning!!!!

May 19, 2013 - 9:53 pm

Leslie - Beautiful, Sally! You are one of my favorite wedding photographers. Your work is stellar.

May 20, 2013 - 1:22 pm

Stephanie - Jeez Sally! Stop being so good. It’s not fair to the rest of us!

These images are fabulous. Your processing and use if light is incredible!!!

May 21, 2013 - 7:39 am

Jeanine - You captured their day so beautifully! Love these images!