I have always had a passion for planning, coordinating, and managing. Brainstorming unique event ideas or helping someone else’s vision come to life sparks a fire in me. This lead me to the go back to school pursuing a degree in project management and communications. After graduating, I worked for a premier wedding venue in northern Michigan and decided to venture off on my own. This is how light the Way Events was born!

We are a team of licensed cosmetologists who travel onsite to provide luxury beautiful hair and makeup services to our brides and their bridal parties. We believe every wedding is unique, so we strive to make each wedding as stress free as possible. We service all of Michigan, Tennessee, Florida and Chicago. Looking for a destination? We will travel where your love takes you!

I am a full-time mama and professional wedding/lifestyle photographer serving northern Michigan and wherever your vision takes us. From a young age, I have always been told I have a “photographer’s eye,” so I thought I’d give it a “shot!” There’s nothing I love more than freezing a moment in time for a client to keep and cherish forever. So here you are, I am so happy you found me!! Check out my page to make sure I’m what you’re looking for. I know I am;)

I am a Traverse City native, completely passionate about meeting new people and celebrating life's biggest adventures with them. Some of my favorite things in the world are Northern Michigan summers, a good story, and beautiful light. I am crazy about Jesus, my family, and adventures, and I consider it a great privilege to be a living my dream of being a wedding and portrait photographer in my absolute favorite place on earth.

My name is Lisa McCoy (as you can guess)! My husband Aj and I live in Alanson of Northern Michigan. We enjoy camping and road trips. We make sure to find all the hidden gems Michigan has to offer on the way. During Michigan summers we love being on, or in, the water. Kayaking is a personal favorite of ours. Although, I think my happiest place is walking alongside the ocean — I can’t describe how it makes my heart feel to be there! Aj and I enjoy trying new craft beers from all around the state. I always have a bottle of champagne in the fridge while Aj is always trying different kinds of scotch. Hence the names of our wedding packages.

I have been in the design business since 2004. Weddings have truly been a passion for me. I will work with any budget to make couples vision come true. Charlevoix has been our summer residence since 1989. My husband grew up in Charlevoix so our roots are deep.

I'm a Michigan Native and moved north 6 years ago - best decision I've ever made. I prefer whiskey and lakeside campfires, but I also love a night out on the town. I'm a mom, major cat lady, and I'm currently loving Seinfield reruns. I'm a teacher by degree, and have worked in the event industry for years. I'm a big true crime junkie - podcasts, books, shows - all of it, but I cannot for the life of me watch a scary movie. I believe the best moments happen in the in-between, and these in-betweens tell our story. I love stopping time in these moments, just for a minute, so you can tell your story for years to come.

Bay View Weddings at Gallagher Farms opened in the spring of 2019 as a premier wedding and events venue located in the beautiful and unforgettable Traverse City and Leelanau County, Michigan. Bay View Weddings offers a multitude of options to consider for your wedding day including a breathtaking view on our hill top overlooking Grand Traverse Bay, a wedding destination that overlooks miles of Leelanau and Grand Traverse Counties, a quaint and calm little pond for a beautiful small wedding ceremony, and orchard ceremonies that may include beautiful white blossoms in early spring and gorgeous red cherries during the summer. Our farm offers a relaxing and breathtaking destination that will provide an environment to feel and enjoy every moment of your wedding or special event. It is our hope to provide our guests with the time to be with family and loved ones in the setting of their dreams.

Hey it's me Alexis! I am a Traverse City based wedding photographer! I have had the honor of photographing beautiful weddings all around Michigan the past 4 years. Having traveled to Arizona, Tennessee, Nebraska, Florida, South Carolina, California, and more, I am open and ready to travel abroad for your wedding as well!

Hi! I am a little different than your average florist with a background working in environmental conservation, garden design, farming, and production of art at large music festivals. After working on multiple farms, succulent nurseries and nonprofits doing events, I settled down and started Plant Co. in 2018. What a joy it has been to step into the wedding floral world of northern Michigan and help couples create their perfect day! I get to use skills from all my previous experiences to help your day go perfectly, just like you deserve.

There's nothing I enjoy more than narrating couples' love stories from start to finish on their big day. I take the time to get to know my couples personally, which allows me to incorporate customized elements into every aspect of their wedding - from the overall aesthetic and theme to the lighting and decor. My goal is to create a unique and unforgettable experience that reflects the couple's individuality and love story.

We help busy professionals to create the memorable Wedding experience they have been dreaming of through expert guidance and inspired design. We execute their vision while exceeding expectations every step of the way. Every member of our team brings enthusiasm and a desire to please our Couples on their special day.

Hi! I'm Cathy, A Chicagoland native, although I've spent the last 13 years as a wedding hair specialist in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Recently, I've traded in the majestic mountains for the lake life and am excited to transition my office setting to include luxury barns, dreamy vineyards and serene water views. Hairstyling is my passion and weddings are my primary focus meaning I keep my calendar flexible to accommodate a vast travel range, evening & weekend trial runs, early start times, weekday & Sunday ceremonies.

You can usually find me out on our boat with my husband and three children exploring the Great Lakes. When I am not exploring Michigan, I am definitely traveling to explore other areas around the world. I love photographing the fleeting moments with my children as they experience life is something: A smile, a tear, the belly laugh, concentration and everything in between. This fascination is what carries over to my photography. The connection between two people who intend to spend the rest of their lives together is magical. It is expressive and full of fleeting moments that one may forget unless it is captured in a photograph.

Established in 2019, Up North Events is a wedding planning company in Northern Michigan. We work with all kinds of couples who have one thing in common: they want their wedding day to be meaningful, genuine, relaxed, and FUN. We like to discover the small details that make your celebration unique to you - little bits of your family history, special cultural traditions, and other personal touches. We believe in true love with open hearts and open minds.

Surrounded by the natural beauty of northern Michigan, our outdoor ceremony space offers stunning panoramic views with the privacy you desire. Complete with perennial gardens, a waterfall, and a pond, it’s a short walk from the lodge and ample parking. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, a backup indoor ceremony site is also available.

Based in Traverse city Michigan but available anywhere!! Looking for couples who think outside the box for their wedding and just want to have fun and enjoy their friends and family. OF COURSE also get some epic photos along the way.

People often bring me around to document the good times. Whether it be a wedding, a family gathering, a milestone, or any of the other exciting landmarks we experience in life. I couldn’t be more grateful for this. My goal in my work is to capture your story in a true and honest way. This means becoming part of your event and documenting the story from the inside out. I believe the best images come from real, authentic, unaltered moments. These moments aren’t staged or set up… they are captured.

We are a group of DJs in the Little Traverse Bay region with a singular mission to make the best day of your life also the best night of your life for you and your guests. We'll turn your reception into a "real" real party: the kind where your guests hobble home sore drenched from dancing too much thinking "What did we just experience?" We are entertainers. We will read the room and plug into you and your guests tastes. We will even get your grandma grooving. We will arrive extra early, have everything dialed in, and give you and your guests the party they deserve. We have fun.

The Foxglove Farm aims to marry the beauty of the Leelanau Peninsula's natural elements with simplistic and modern design. Within the 130 year old barn are clean lines, consistent outlines of contrast and a color palette reflective of the wide open view from the cherry orchard. We believe that no two events should look the same at The Foxglove Farm. By offering a forest alcove, orchard inset, restored barn, wildflower field & lakeview outlook, the options are endless. Whether you're looking for a dark, moody farm-to-table gathering in the woods or an intimate ceremony enveloped by cherry blossoms, the 140 acres are yours to set the scene.

Located in Frankfort, Michigan, Lake Bluff Preserve is an intimate and private setting where couples can hold their wedding celebrations. The preserve is host to numerous vacation homes, each offering its own unique charm and privacy. Overlooking Lake Michigan from the bluffs, the houses here provide an ideal perch for watching the sunset over the water. Wraparound decks and dune fire pits present as enjoyable gathering spots, enabling celebrations to extend into the outdoors. Just a mile away from downtown Frankfort, plenty of urban-based amenities are within a short distance.

Stunning waterfront venue available for rental to the public on beautiful Lake Charlevoix. We offer a covered porch or beautiful large lawn for ceremonies overlooking Lake Charlevoix. We can hold up to 150 guests year-round.

Wandering Spirits Mobile Bars offers fun, unique mobile bar rentals. Our goal is to help people create warm, inviting, and useful spaces within their event both efficiently and affordably. Our bars wander anywhere within an hour-radius of Traverse City, and have helped lots of people celebrate weddings, reunions, and birthdays!

I specialize in weddings/portraits with an editorial/whimsical style. Little Lee Photography is based in Traverse City, Michigan. My main focus is capturing magical moments and creating a simplistic and adventurous experience for couples and more! Feel free to take a look! My mission is to capture your most treasured memories. My focus is weddings and families. I can’t wait to be your photographer!

Hi! I’m Carly :) Your new bestie behind the camera! I am located in Traverse City, Michigan, where I was born and raised, but I am always happy to travel for weddings + elopements. I fell in love with taking pictures at a very young age when I received my first film camera as a gift from my parents and have been obsessed ever since. My goal is to create timeless images that you can cherish forever, images that freeze your favorite moments in time. I’m not just a photographer, but a visual storyteller for loved-up souls.

You’ll find the on site guesthouse, classic grooms barn with its pool table and hunting decor, and the Reception Barn with its huge lighted deck & fountain courtyard an amazing venue for your wedding!

The Homestead is a beachfront resort offering a wide range of unique lodging choices supported by luxurious facilities designed for romantic getaways, family vacations, weddings and meetings. It is located on the beach chosen by Money Magazine as "No. 1 of the 8 Best Beaches to Visit this Summer" and is surrounded by the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore which was chosen by the viewers of ABC's Good Morning America as the "Most Beautiful Place in America". Guests enjoy its mile-long beach spa and salon services, golf courses, granular surface tennis courts, watercrafts, pools, and hot tubs, restaurants, meeting facilities and, come winter, skiing, riding, snowshoeing, and skating. We offer a variety of lodging options that include hotel rooms, suites, villas and homes are offered in seasonal packages at the heart of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. For FULL information contact weddings at the homestead resort dot com.

Located in Northern Michigan, with national shipping. The Evermore Floweret stems from a love of flowers. From the connection they create between people and moments in time, to the way they ground us to the present moment and allow us to linger on their color, their texture, their scent. If only they could last forever…enter Modern Flower Preservation where you can save your bouquet and hold these blooms forever. The Evermore Floweret creates a timeless piece of floral art that will connect you time and time again to the treasured moments that these blooms mark.

My style of photography is very playful and emotive with a touch of traditional. I believe there is more to photography than just taking photos. I love to capture EVERY emotion! And tell YOUR story perfectly for you to look back on, remember and feel. Weddings, elopements, couples, maternity & babies are my jam, but I LOVE everything else in between as well! I am living my DREAM getting to capture all of your special moments. I could not imagine doing anything else besides momming my two baby boys! Being a boy mama is such a wild ride that I would not change for the world!

My name is Charity Sizemore, I am soon to be Charity Miltenberger. I am a mom of one beautiful little girl. Photography has been my true passion since 2012, but I really started to expand my knowledge in 2016. My dream is to capture as many love stories as possible. I am an avid reader, with the majority of those books being romance novels, and I love getting out with my family. I have lived in Northern Michigan my entire life, and I wouldn't live anywhere else.

My photography is bright, colorful and true-to-life. I love to find the balance between the posed, elegant portraits and the candid, joyful photos of you and your partner, surrounded by your favorite people coming together to celebrate your love. I want your photos to capture authentic emotion and meaningful moments, and for the images to be timeless heirlooms that you’ll look back at fondly for years to come. I focus on the meaningful connection of the moment rather than perfect posing. Your wedding is a day full of emotion, and I want your photos to highlight those feelings.

With over 20 years of experience in shooting and editing, my work speaks for itself. I care about nothing more than making my clients as satisfied as possible. A primary goal is to get everything you are looking for and then go above and beyond! My work over the years in documentary filmmaking has made me good at getting what I need without being a nuisance :-) . My work in feature films gives me the skills to get cinematic shots and clear audio. Take a moment to chat with me and you will see me and my team are friendly, passionate, professional and reliable.

Hi! My name is Seana Hope. Yes, Seana Hope are both my first names so you can call me whatever is easier for you. Everybody is asking, why photography? I grew up spending my lunch breaks in the library, scanning books and learning about new things by looking at the pictures in between the pages. I guess I was just always introverted (don't worry, I can be goofy too) so I really loved my alone time. As I got older, I have become so adventurous, scratching places out of my bucket list one by one. With every journey I take, I enjoy sharing them through my photos.

Located in Petoskey, Michigan, Stafford's Perry Hotel is an elegant waterfront wedding venue with stunning views of Little Traverse Bay. This classic hotel offers a vintage and romantic ambiance, a picturesque backdrop for a celebration of your love. Exchange vows in the beautiful Rose Garden Veranda for a summer celebration among the lush greenery and gorgeous flowers. After, you and you can move inside the H.O. Rose Room for an evening of dining and dancing with up to 200 guests. This ballroom space connects to a porch providing spectacular views of Lake Michigan and the enchanting garden. The hotel also has comfortable accommodations for you and your guests. Full-service catering is provided, and the culinary team will prepare a delicious meal using fresh and locally sourced ingredients. Choose from an open or limited bar with a full range of services! **Availability Calendar does not depict current bookings. Please reach out for availability details **

Charity Gee Photography offers wedding and portrait photography. I aim to tell a story through imagery, capturing candid moments of my clients. Weddings are my favorite events to photograph as I am passionate about capturing the couple's love story through my camera lens. I enjoy getting to know my clients , so I can truly capture their vision on the big day. I'm not a fan of formal, stiff posing, so I like to have fun with my clients and give them prompts to capture real emotion. My editing style is bright, with clean, true-to-life color.

The Farm at Frog Hollow is an event venue with a difference. Architecturally, the barn is referred to as a “monitor” style, and its distinctive look was developed in the 1890s. Remember, that before weddings took over, barns were first and foremost a dwelling for livestock and a repository for hay and grain, and the monitor design created optimal flow of air and light, better both for the animals and their feed. So, how does that translate into spaces for 21st century events? Frog Hollow is comfortable and cozy, intimate when it needs to be. The Farm at Frog Hollow lends itself seamlessly to a myriad of events, from weddings to parties, from showers to concerts. The barn is warm and inviting for small gatherings, but spacious expansive enough for groups up to 250. High-tech capabilities expand the possibilities, the new tented patio welcomes even larger guest lists, and a professional kitchen is perfect for staging. Just imagine of all the things you can do

Our charming Country Inn built in 1886, has been enchanting visitors for over 130 years. Located in the historic association of Bay View, Stafford’s Bay View Inn boasts 31 Victorian style rooms, many overlooking the crystal clear waters of Little Traverse Bay. The Inn provides an intimate atmosphere and can be rented in its entirety, or in part, for special events. Each area boasts a singular feel all its own and includes Stafford’s signature hospitality service. Our promise to you is a memorable event with historic charm.

You’ll love everything about this elegant-country chic venue! From its lovely gardens and ceremony site to the majestic barn and inviting guesthouse, you’ll have everything you’ve dreamed of for your wedding.

The Garvey Barn is a beautifully restored centennial barn originally built in the late 1800’s . We are located in Williamsburg, Michigan close to Traverse City and Lake Michigan. The Barn has been lovingly restored by the Garvey family and is now home to weddings and special events. Its hand-hewn beams tie the Barn to its past while it’s dance floor quality flooring is unique in the region . Its meticulous reconstruction make it the most spectacular barn in the region . Nestled in a small valley, the pastoral setting makes this unique venue the perfect choice for your special occasion.

While still maintaining modern elegance, Kirkbride Hall’s history of being a chapel allows it to become a venue that effortlessly blends tradition and innovation. With the ability to select your own caterer, beverage and floor plans, you can thoughtfully create your dream wedding. Keep your guests entertained all in one location by booking your ceremony and/or reception outdoors on our Historic Front Lawn, home to the largest northern Michigan arboretum, or within Kirkbride Hall.

With over 600 weddings photographed all over the world, I would love the opportunity to document your day. What you will get is a professional who loves his career. The final images you will adore! Let's talk about how I can help.

I am Teresa Seese the baker and owner of Tessa Mae's Bakery LLC. I am a native to Northern Michigan my whole life. I am happily married to my wonderful and supportive husband Greg. Together we have 6 children and 5 grandchildren. Family is and always has been the most important thing to me. Without the loving ...

Hi everyone! My name is Stephanie and I am the Owner and Head Chef at Crystal City Confectionery. Since I was a little girl, I had a passion for cooking and baking. I started this journey hosting parties, catering as a favor for friends, creating gift boxes of goodies for the holidays, and just absolutely fell in love with the process. My goal is to make you smile. In the Colombian tradition of sharing food from the heart with family, I'd like to make you a part of mine. My original creations and signature products are sure to exceed all of your expectations. Cheers!

Makeup is my passion but my family, is my life! Ben is my hot, hot husband, and together we have a little boy, Emmett and a little girl named Kennedy. When I'm not hanging with bridal parties or messing with new makeup finds, I am normally spending my time at home, with my fun little tribe. We like to spend as much time as possible outside together. Walking the woods behind our house with our dog Zoey, gardening, going to the beach, working on home décor projects or throwing parties for our family and friends.

We are Carrie and Katie; sisters, creatively raised by our fiery red-headed mamma; who taught us how to work hard and follow our dreams as she carted us around the beautiful countryside of Northern Michigan. We grew up close, sharing everything from chores and bedrooms to love for cats, dill pickles, nature, and the color Yellow. And we can't tell you how many times we’ve been asked, “Are you girls twins?”, but it's a question that always makes us smile.

Charming Tapawingo imagine a sophisticated stylish lakefront venue surrounded by natural beauty in a county setting with covered pergola decks. Tapawingo is quickly becoming one of the most sought after destination wedding venues in northern Michigan. Located in Ellsworth, Michigan on st. Clair lake. Our intimate. Luxurious venue is centrally located 45 minutes north of Traverse City and 30 minutes south of Petoskey and only 15 minutes from Charlevoix. Tapawingo is the perfect location for not only a wedding, but a corporate event. Family celebration. Larger rehearsal dinner. Or anniversary celebration.

McKenzie Zuker Owner of Positive Image Salon & Spa. Located in beautiful Beulah Michigan. I received my cosmetology license from Paul Mitchell the school of Grand Rapids. I have been in the industry for over five years. I am also licensed for eyelash extensions along with organic spray tanning. I spent my childhood summers in northern Michigan and have now lived in the area for 14 years. I am so blessed to be a part of the beauty industry and to have the opportunity to make people feel better about themselves every day!

I have been a wedding photographer for over a decade... I love telling people's stories through classic, natural photography. My ultimate life mission is to make people feel good… whether it’s with a smile, a hug, a super cheesy joke or finding a way to turn a stressful situation into a positive one! As for my name Andrejka (aan-DRAY-ka)... it’s Slovenian from my immigrant parents... who I think have the most movie-worthy love story on the planet (might explain my obsession with love and weddings)! Traveling feeds my soul... yoga centers it... and dancing, well... Check out my IG @andrejkaphotography to see just how much I love to dance!