Introduction Planning a wedding in Ottawa County, Michigan, doesn’t mean you have to choose between outdoor scenery and indoor comfort. Ottawa County Parks offer a variety of indoor venues that combine rustic charm, modern amenities, and picturesque surroundings. Whether you’re seeking a cozy lodge, a historic house, or a charming cabin, these venues make hosting …
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10 Stunning Barn Wedding Venues Near Grand Haven, Michigan If you’re dreaming of a rustic-chic wedding surrounded by warm wood, twinkling lights, and Michigan countryside charm, you’re in luck. West Michigan is home to gorgeous barn wedding venues — perfect for romantic ceremonies and timeless photos. As a West Michigan wedding photographer, I’ve explored many …

By Jamie May Photography: We had the absolute joy of photographing this stunning fall wedding at Heritage Oaks Wedding Barn and Event Venue in Coral, Michigan. The day was filled with warm autumn tones, laughter, and lovely family and friends. The bride’s gown was a timeless choice from Spring Lake Bridal and Tuxedo , and …

A Visit to Cinderella’s Closet Update 11/8/2025 I decided to go check out Cinderella’s Closet new space today and it is awesome!!! The old Victoria Secret is now transformed into Cinderella’s Closet. I am pleased to say there is a lot more wedding dresses and a whole space dedicated to it. From the window displays …

When you’re planning your wedding, choosing the right photographer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. After all, your wedding day will fly by—but your photos will last forever. As an experienced wedding photography team based in West Michigan, we’ve captured hundreds of weddings over the years, and we bring more than just …

By Jamie May Photography Lessons from Both Sides of the Wedding Business: A Photographer’s Perspective As a wedding photographer, I’ve spent years capturing special moments for couples on their big day. When my own daughter got married, I experienced the other side of the wedding industry—planning, decision-making, and selecting the best vendors. Through this process, …

By Jamie May Photography: The Process of Planning a Michigan Wedding The Dress One of the best parts of the planning process was the bride’s dress. The next step we decided to take in the wedding process was finding a bridal dress. We took the recommendations from past brides through some of my previous blog …

By Jamie May Photography: The process of planning a wedding in Michigan : Part 1 The Venue Wedding Planning I have helped people coordinate the day of their wedding for about 15 years now. When my daughter proposed to get married, I thought it would be very interesting to see what my customers have to …

By Jamie May Photography: Another wedding season is approaching soon, I thought another blog post about Wedding Advice from West Michigan Brides would be beneficial. I, myself, will be planning a wedding for my daughter. Therefore, I find that I can not gather enough helpful information. I hope the blog helps Brides …

By Jamie May Photography: Since people are often planning weddings, I thought it would be beneficial to ask for wedding advice and tips to planning a wedding in West Michigan. I gathered information from random people by posting on Facebook. I collected nine responses. Each number represents that person throughout the questions. I …
