NORTHERN MICHIGAN + UPPER

PENINSULA PHOTOGRAPHER

for the whimsical, the wondrous, the wildly in love.

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Experience-focused, true-to-life documentary photography rooted in love, wild places, and the humans that choose them. You've found your way here for a reason — maybe it's the landscapes, maybe it's the work, maybe it's the feeling that you’ve been looking for this.. This is where daydreams get a date on the calendar, and where the experience is every bit as magical as the gallery.


I'm Tori - rooted in Mackinaw City and genuinely obsessed with what I do. Eleven years of documenting life's most extraordinary moments across two peninsulas, and I'm still smiling at your photos at midnight.

a marriage proposal at pictured rocks national lakeshore in munising michigan along the chapel rock mosquito falls loop trail.

Ways to work together…

PROPOSALS

ELOPEMENTS

WEDDINGS

You don’t need to know where to go, how to pose or exactly what to do - I’ll guide you through the experience so it feels easy and natural. I help shape the flow of the day by offering suggestions and using a mix of prompting and posing to curate a collection of timeless and honest images while you stay focused on each other instead of the camera.

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  • "Tori was great! She was very professional and her photographs for our engagement and wedding turned out amazing. Due to the Mackinac Bridge closing we had less than 24hours to find a new ceremony and reception venue for our wedding. Tori was flexible and worked with us so that our wedding went perfectly. We will cherish our pictures for years to come. "

    • Rachel G.

  • "I can't recommend Tori enough! We used her for our engagement pictures and she did a fantastic job. We couldn't be happier with how they turned out. She is very personable and easy to work with. We had a ton of fun and she had a lot of great creative input."

    • Grant S.

  • "Tori was absolutely amazing! She photographed our August wedding and we couldn’t have asked for the photos to turn out better. She kept us all on track and made sure our vendors were involved. Tori’s photos captured the raw moments that you definitely want on your wedding day! The whole planning process leading up to our wedding was super smooth, as she made sure to keep in contact and gather all the information she needed to make sure our photos came out perfect. We highly recommend her services!"

    • Natalie T.

  • "Tori was amazing. She’s been helping me with my surprise proposal for the last three months. We are extremely happy highly recommend her. Not only she went above and beyond to help us in every way possible with planning But she was so great with different poses and different Places to take pictures she is truly amazing and what she does Thanks again, Tori :)"

    • Doug K.

  • "To say Tori was exceptional is an understatement. She went above and beyond for my fiancé and I at our very intimate ceremony this summer. We live out of state so we weren’t able to meet her before our wedding but that was no problem at all. Tori ensured all of our questions were answered and our vision for our very quick day were met. Our ceremony was an elopement so we only booked Trillium and Pine for an hour. Which was absolutely no problem for Tori. The pictures she got within that hour are phenomenal and breathtaking."

    • Hannah S.

  • "Tori is THE best! We decided at the last minute to runaway to Mackinac Island with our 6 kids and elope. Tori was fantastic at keeping in touch during the weeks proceeding. She is a ball of energy and had fantastic ideas of where to take pictures, was a lot of fun and fit right into our craziness of the day without falling apart. The few shots we have seen so far are absolutely stunning and I cannot wait to see the rest of the photos!"

    • Colleen H.

Let’s Connect

I'm so excited you're here. Whether you have everything planned or you're just starting to dream — reach out. I love hearing about what people are planning and I'm here for every question along the way. Share a few details below and I’ll be back in touch within 48 hours, Monday through Thursday. Every great adventure starts with a conversation and I can’t wait to talk!

♡ Tori

Recent Blog Posts:

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The Best Places to Propose on Mackinac Island | Local Guide + Tips
The Best Places to Propose on Mackinac Island | Local Guide + Tips

A local guide to the best places to propose on Mackinac Island, Michigan, including timing tips, seasonal advice, and ideas to help make the moment feel natural - so you can relax and stop worrying about logistics.

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Viet + Christine | Pictured Rocks Proposal at Grand Portal Point
Viet + Christine | Pictured Rocks Proposal at Grand Portal Point

A quiet hike starting at sunrise, Lake Superior below, and an unhurried proposal shaped by the experience of the trail along the cliffs of Pictured Rocks in Munising, MI.

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Carly & Brian’s Mackinac Island Engagement
Carly & Brian’s Mackinac Island Engagement

A few hours, favorite spots, and spending some time in one of their favorite places — engagement pictures that feel natural and full of connection on Mackinac Island.

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Damian + Sarah | Secret Garden Proposal on Mackinac Island
Damian + Sarah | Secret Garden Proposal on Mackinac Island

A proposal in the Grand Hotel’s secret garden on Mackinac Island followed by an engagement session near the Somewhere in Time trees and throughout downtown.

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Adventure Elopements: Creating Unforgettable Experiences in Michigan’s Wilderness
Adventure Elopements: Creating Unforgettable Experiences in Michigan’s Wilderness

Adventure elopements are about more than just exchanging vows—they’re about creating a day full of meaningful moments in breathtaking locations. As a northern Michigan photographer, I help couples plan and capture their dream elopement, whether in the stunning Upper Peninsula or along the shores of Lake Michigan. Let’s turn your love story into an unforgettable adventure.

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