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Guide to Planning an Unforgettable Proposal
Tori Burley Tori Burley

Guide to Planning an Unforgettable Proposal

Plan a dream proposal in northern Michigan! Find the perfect spot for your love story - from Mackinac Island sunsets to Pictured Rocks trails. Get tips for timing, surprise entrances & heartwarming moments.

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Matt + Jessica | Upper Peninsula Wedding
Tori Burley Tori Burley

Matt + Jessica | Upper Peninsula Wedding

Matt + Jessica’s upper peninsula backyard wedding was straight from a fairtytale, but it wasn’t just the sunflowers and sunset that made it beautiful. From their love for each other to the love from their guests celebrating, it was pure perfection.

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Trystan 2024 | Senior Pictures Under the Northern Lights
Tori Burley Tori Burley

Trystan 2024 | Senior Pictures Under the Northern Lights

Ever dreamed of pictures under the northern lights? We chased the aurora in Mackinaw City and got an awesome display of northern lights and even more incredible shots for Trystan's senior year! Let's capture your unique senior in northern Michigan.

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Jenna + Kristianth | Baby Moon at The Grand Hotel
Tori Burley Tori Burley

Jenna + Kristianth | Baby Moon at The Grand Hotel

Jenna and Kristianth celebrated their babymoon at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island earlier this season. With the chill and rainy day, we opted for indoors and took advantage of the slow early season and all the little spaces we could.

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Paula & Randall | Harbor Springs Christmas Tree Elopement
Tori Burley Tori Burley

Paula & Randall | Harbor Springs Christmas Tree Elopement

Paula & Randall travelled north to have the most dreamy Christmas elopement. Choosing to exchange their vows at the majestic Downtown Harbor Springs Christmas Tree and celebrating with a hot drink and s’mores at the Boyne Highlands Enchanted Trail.

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