The Best Wedding Vendors in Houghton Lake, MI

The Best Wedding Vendors in Houghton Lake, MI

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697 Wedding Vendors in Houghton Lake, MI

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Drea Reid Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

I initially dipped my toes into the world of photography in the early 2000s, focusing on sports events and capturing cherished moments from my kids' school activities. Life and the priorities of raising a family briefly pressed pause on my journey. Rekindling my passion in recent years, I have discovered a profound love for capturing the unexpected. Through my lens, I honor the memory of my youngest son, who, despite his inner struggles, taught me strength and love.

Drea seriously made our day so special. She was so kind, easy going, and helpful! She went above and beyond on our elopement day. We are so thankful and feel like we gained a life long friend!
Kaila E., 7 months ago
The Manor at Fire Tower Hill 

5.0

Lewiston, MI
  • Venue
  • Up to 180 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $10,000

The Manor at Fire Tower Hill in Lewiston welcomes you to their wedding venue for cherished memories. With nine guest rooms featuring private baths and scenic lake views, the site offers comfort and beauty. The Manor Hall, adorned with crystal chandeliers, and the reception space with a knotty pine cathedral ceiling provide elegant settings. The Chic Suite and Fire Tower Lounge offer stylish prep areas. Outdoor amenities include a Fire Pit for cozy gatherings. As an Airbnb wedding venue, rentals include chairs, tables, and exclusive property access. For serene celebrations with picturesque views.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a warm and cozy vibe
  • Has onsite accommodations
  • Dressing room available

Venue considerations

  • Dance floor not included
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No built-in audiovisual options
This is the venue of dreams!! For our wedding we stayed on site from Thursday-Sunday. You get the entire venue to yourself! It gave me so much peace at mind to be able to setup at my own pace. Brian and Daryl are beyond amazing! They will do everything in their power to make your day perfect from going shopping for you, to leading your rehearsal, to management guests and family. The venue is beyond stunning!! You can not go wrong with getting married here!! It’s a dream come true!!
Megan R., 4 months ago
Kristin Ebel Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Capturing and documenting the fleeting nature & intricate details of your life and love—woven together with intention + grace into a nostalgic photo collection. I strive to tell your story and preserve your legacy with wholesome imagery you will lovingly cherish and share with future generations.

My husband and I decided to have a very intimate wedding on Mackinac Island with just immediate family. We had about 6 weeks in total of planning and my ability to find a photographer on the island was not fruitful. I actually found Kristin on a Facebook page for elopements and emailed for time to call. We had a FaceTime call within a couple days and at that time I had 2 locations we were looking into. Kristin was very understanding given that a location had not fully been secured but once we decided on the day and place (Wings of Mackinac Butterfly House) she was able to help us bring our wedding day and photo ideas into life m. She took both digital and film photos that were stunning and were just the icing on the proverbial cake (we actually got ice cream cones as our wedding dessert)! Kristin has always held fantastic communication leading up to our special day and has always gone the extra mile to assist in anything we needed. Since our wedding, she has also taken beautiful newborn and family photos for us and we cannot be happier with the outcomes! We treasure her work and friendship and we look forward to more captured memories with Kristin!
Lindsay M., 3 months ago
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Flower Moxie – Do-It-Yourself Wedding Flowers 

4.8

  • Florist
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

In 2013, 8-year wedding veteran Amy McCord Jones realizes she wouldn't be able to afford to hire her own floral services if she was a bride. Then, Amy discovers that there is basically zero help available for DIY brides. No flower recipes. No instructions. No access to florist-grade blooms. Rude. So she launches Flower Moxie! Flower Moxie remains a humble, tucked-away small business out of Oklahoma City. We don’t zoom around on scooters in some fancy high-rise. We stock an average kitchen with canned wine and Aldi chips and listen to true crime podcasts while photographing curvy ranunculus. Join us. There’s cake, hugs, and acceptance here.

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Exceptional service. Flowers don't always travel well. The flowers I ordered for my daughter's wedding bouquet and the grooms boutonniere. They arrived in less than ideal condition I contacted customer service and Alexa was incredibly helpful. She not only sent new flowers overnight but was truly concerned that they now arrived in great condition. The new flowers were gorgeous and perfect. I will be buying all my flowers from Flower Moxie. Thank you Alexa.
Leanne E., 4 months ago
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Juan Photographer 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Hello, I am Juan Amezquita, a professional photographer with over 9 years of experience in the field of wedding photography. My Instagram is juandaphotos_ I take great pride and joy in capturing the intimate and magical moments that make each wedding unique. My passion lies not just in creating beautiful images, but in the opportunity to be a part of a couple's special journey into marriage. I believe that every picture holds a story, and I am here to help tell yours.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am so glad that we found you and that you were our photographer for the wedding! You did such an amazing job with the photos. All of your photos really do speak 1000 words and they each tell a beautiful story! I can’t thank you enough for how kind and fun you were and how patient you were with me and my crazy groomsmen! I hope you had as much fun as we did! If there any couples scrolling through his photos trying to decide if this is the photographer for you, the answer is 10000x YES!
Faith & R., 4 months ago
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Chime Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Our WEDDING DJs will infuse you and your guests with the most memorable euphoria. We are talking about all of it – imagine dancing all night long, being surrounded by your favorite people who will remember this moment for the rest of their lives, and everyone just having an epic time celebrating your love story! We are the ones who will bring this vision to reality. Translating all of your dreams and every detail you have been imagining – giving you the ultimate perfect wedding! From saying I DO to the iconic first dance, everything will unfold seamlessly.

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Adam was so great as our DJ! We loved getting to chat with him multiple times before the big day and he did a great job. He also let me try out the turn tables and that was super fun!
Emily F., 5 months ago
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Juan Castañeda 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Hi, I’m Juan, a 26-year-old wedding videographer with 9 years of experience. Seven years ago, I filmed my first wedding, and it was a life-changing moment. I even cried behind the camera as I watched the couple tear up during the ceremony. From that day on, I knew weddings were my passion. Every shot, angle, and color is carefully captured to ensure your day is as beautiful in video as it is in person. 💍 For inquiries, please visit my website at samanwedding or contact me on Instagram at juandaweddings_ Looking forward to creating unforgettable memories with you!

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the pleasure of working with Juan, a newcomer to the wedding industry, and I couldn't be more impressed with his passion, dedication, and hard work. Despite being new to the business, Juan displayed a level of commitment and enthusiasm that surpassed my expectations. His genuine love for his craft was evident in every shot he took and every moment he captured on film. Throughout the entire process, Juan was attentive to our needs, responsive to our requests, and always went above and beyond to ensure that our wedding memories were captured beautifully. His creative vision and attention to detail resulted in stunning photographs and an enchanting wedding video that we will cherish for a lifetime. While Juan may be new to the wedding industry, I have no doubt that he is destined to shine bright. His talent, passion, and dedication are undeniable, and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work with him. I have no doubt that he will become a sought-after name in the wedding industry, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to any couple looking for a photographer or videographer who truly cares about their craft.
Alex H., 8 months ago
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Still Time Media LLC 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Hi! My name is Josh Hale and I am the owner and main videographer/editor of Still Time Media, LLC. I spent 10 years as an investigative photojournalist and was nominated for four Emmys and won two! We love using ZOLA to find couples. Still Time Media has been creating cinematic film-style recaps of weddings since 2008, ensuring our clients are comfortable, relaxed, and most of all, happy with the final product. We want to give you something that takes you back to the happiest day of your life, so you can share it with friends and family for years to come. 

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Still Time Media LLC was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding videography. From our very first interaction, Josh was quick to respond, friendly, enthusiastic, and incredibly kind. The exceptional quality of Josh’s work captured the beautiful and touching moments of our day that we will cherish forever. Josh really cares to get to know his clients and took the time beforehand to understand our story and vision, allowing him to create stunning videos that perfectly convey the spirit of our special day. Josh was flexible, timely, and extremely thoughtful which ensured that he was always ready to capture every meaningful moment. We couldn't be happier with this beautiful capsule in time that Still Time Media provided for us, we can’t wait to share these videos with our loved ones now and hopefully with our future kids and grandkids some day :)!
Sarah S., 23 days ago
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Beautiful Crazy Coordinator 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $895
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

We are a mother daughter team who treat you like family. With over 126 weddings under us. Once you book with us we start help just not day of. Helping develop timelines, reminders of where we need to be in the process. Reviewing contracts. Day of we are there for set up, clean up, deco, keeping deserts filled, tables clear, timeline on track, keeping bridal party hydrated and fed. Keeping vendors on track. Take the stress off of you. Need errands ran that day we have you covered. You always get 2 coordinators on the day of your wedding. We have expanded and are taking more weddings with our 5 star team of 6.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked Beautiful Crazy Coordinator, we knew we were in good hands. Connie and Justine were incredibly responsive, detailed, and direct in their communication, putting our minds at ease throughout the entire planning process. Their work was truly invaluable - they were absolute life savers, providing creative and calming problem-solving at every turn. On the day of our wedding, they went above and beyond, picking up our wedding cake, setting up the ceremony and reception spaces, and even providing additional decor when something didn't work. When my cake stand didn't fit the board, Connie ran home to get an extra one she had. Justine was with me before I walked down the aisle, helping to calm my nerves and fix my dress and veil. They even noticed I had forgotten to set up my phone to record the ceremony, and Connie stepped in to record it on her own phone so I wouldn't miss that important moment. We are forever grateful to Connie and Justine for making our wedding day truly perfect.
Kayde F., 4 months ago
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Latek Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Hi! I’m Connie! First of all congrats!🍾 ✨Thank you for visiting my profile and considering me as your photographer! I am so excited for your big day! Here are some things you might wanna know! I’m not typical photog- I don’t just arrive on your day, leave after few hours, and deliver few months later! I’m there for all the moments leading to the big day! You can hit me up any time- we can brainstorm all the ideas, timelines, all the tiniest details! I am a fan of Pinterest vision boards, sending each other tons of messages and be open about EVERYTHING! This is your day! Let’s make it all about YOU!

Awarded Best of Zola
When I tell you that my friends and family all commented on how breath taking our photos were, I am not exaggerating! My (now) husband and I had the best experience working with Connie. From our initial conversations, I knew she was the right photographer for us. She is super warm, creative, professional, and responsive. I let her know my vision and brainstormed ideas, and the end product was truly remarkable. My husband and I were both nervous that we would be awkward and stiff but Connie guided us through all the poses and we truly had so much fun. I highly recommend Latek Photography to any brides to be!
Pamela S., 5 months ago
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The Faux Bouquets 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Believe it or not, we often have people ask if our pictures throughout our website are showing a mix of fresh and faux and…no they aren’t! Although fresh florals are pretty, we are totally in love with poser-blooms all the way here and that’s what we design 100% of our orders with.

Awarded Best of Zola
I recently had the pleasure of working with The Faux Bouquets for my wedding and couldn't be happier with their service. Their communication through email was great - they were fast, reliable, and very helpful in answering all of my questions. The faux flowers they provided looked and photographed just as if they were real, and the final product was stunning. I would highly recommend The Faux Bouquets to any couple looking for beautiful, high-quality floral arrangements for their wedding.
LaShawn Garay R., 4 months ago
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HiMotive Entertainment & Photobooth 

4.6

  • DJ
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

HiMotive Entertainment is a Event/Wedding entertainment service company operating out of North Carolina. From highly skilled photographers to DJs, Our ultimate goal is to handle all of your audio-visual needs.

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We booked HiMotive Entertainment DJs for our wedding this past September! DJ Nel was absolutely incredible. My wife and I had, quite literally, the best dance party of our lives. The dance floor was COMPLETELY PACKED the entire night, and it was so much fun. DJ Nel knew exactly what to play to get people out dancing and keep them on the floor. When the party was finally over, one of our guests actually yelled out loud, "But I don't want to go home yet!" I cannot recommend HiMotive Entertainment & Their DJ enough! They're the best of the best.
Mikael W., 2 months ago
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Wood & Word Blooms, sola wood floral designs (faux not fresh) 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI
  • Offer

🌹 WE ARE NOT FRESH FLOWER FLORISTS. WE WORK WITH WOOD & FAUX FLOWERS. PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE THIS IN YOUR REPLY. 🌹 Wood & Word Blooms is run by a Jen Angle, former teacher of 20+ years and specializes in using hand-painted wood flowers along with a faux, dried and preserved florals (nothing fresh here) to bring your wedding vision to life not just for that one glorious day but forever. Besides designing for you, I also offer DIY Wood Flower Experiences to create your wedding florals alongside me in person or virtually and 1:1 sessions to help DIY brides learn to do it themselves.

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Jen was absolutely amazing! Everything is customized to what flowers and colors you want. Jen is very go with the flow, but also can also make suggestions based on her experience. She was great when I needed to either add or subtract things as we got closer to the wedding. Overall she is fantastic to work with and the end products are phenomenal. I loved everything we got!
Erin Z., 2 months ago
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Promani Weddings 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Hi! At Promani Weddings, we are a local wedding media team that specializes in capturing the magic of wedding celebrations. Led by owner and accomplished photographer/filmmaker Benjamin, our dedicated team of talented photographers and videographers excels at transforming your special day into timeless memories. In thanks to high demand from all of our amazing couples, we have established incredible teams in Michigan, Tennessee and North Carolina!! I can't wait to hear from you and learn more about your wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
Shuhrat and Ben are an exceptional wedding photographer and videographer who brilliantly captured the essence and emotion of our special day. Their keen eye for detail and artistic approach resulted in stunning, timeless photos and videos that we will cherish forever. They are professional, friendly, and seamlessly blend into the background, ensuring that every important moment was beautifully documented. Their ability to create a relaxed atmosphere allows for natural and candid shots, making them a top choice for anyone looking capture their wedding memories in the most beautiful way. Thank you Promani! The Herreras
Erika H., 6 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

We are team of traveling wedding photographers and videographers. For 2024, we have 120+ weddings booked in 34 different states. Our shooting style is photojournalistic, natural, CINEMATIC to traditional. Our editing and style depends. Very easygoing and flexible depending on the client's preference. Our team is dedicated in delivering memories.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ledd and team exceeded our expectations in every way. Communication and coordination was fantastic leading up to and during the wedding. The pictures and videos came out better than we could have imagined. Attaching comments from friends/family that also felt the same!
Leah S., 4 months ago
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Bluewater Kings Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters, infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Bluewater Kings are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music–at a sensible price. Reach out to get started! Visit our website for upcoming showcase dates where you can see the band perform LIVE before booking. You can also tailor the dream band to suit your style and budget. We also offer Photo & Video services!

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We were thrilled with the Bluewater Kings Band for our wedding! Owen was fantastic to work with - he was prompt, organized, and enthusiastic in his communication. We splurged on adding a sax player and were so glad we did - it really brought an extra layer of talent and fun. The band absolutely nailed our preferred musical vibe. As soon as the music started, the dance floor filled up and stayed packed all night long! The set list matched our taste perfectly. The band brought a highly professional yet fun energy that kept the party going. Their musicianship was top-notch and their song selection had something for all our guests to enjoy. We felt like royalty celebrating with the Bluewater Kings Band behind us - choosing them was one of the best decisions we made for our big day!
Amanda S., 7 months ago
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Arie T. Photography, LLC 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Arie T. Photography is a Black, queer, woman-owned wedding and portrait business capturing love stories across the U.S. and beyond. Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement or a grand celebration somewhere in the world, I’m here to document every moment with authenticity and heart. With a background in fine arts and experience photographing weddings nationwide, I specialize in candid, natural-light photography using an unposed, stress-free approach. Even if you think you’re awkward in front of the camera—challenge accepted! My goal is to help you feel comfortable, confident, and completely yourself.

Awarded Best of Zola
My wedding day was exactly how I imagined it to be! Arie was on it the whole time, and I honestly didn’t even notice! She caught some great shots without being “in the way”. I worked with her for about a year, and she was ALWAYS available for questions anytime! We did a couple of zoom calls as well during the process. I felt so comfortable with her the entire day and as I said, she got so many shots I had no idea she was even there for! She was everything I wanted and more! She fit right in with my family as well! I highly recommend Arie for your wedding, if you are in the Midwest! I feel like we walked away as friends, and the pictures are stunning!
Joy & B., a year ago
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Love Knot Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

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We loved Isaac and his wife, Jing, who photographed our wedding earlier this month. Isaac was super calm and collected and on top of everything. His photography style was perfect for us. He already delivered about half of our retouched photos a week after the wedding which was insane and I love every single one. He was flexible with the 5 flower girls we had in and out of pictures and the multiple areas on our venue property. Overall an amazing experience and I recommend his work to anyone and everyone looking. He was very considerate when I first reached out about his work and wanted to use him and was very mindful of his travel fees to fit in our budget.
Madison R., 7 months ago
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Oury Memories 

4.8

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

I have been a photographer for 8 years. Throughout my time as a photographer I’ve captured clothing, models, and memories. I shifted from corporate shootings to families and weddings because it gave me this warm fuzzy feeling when I edited my couples and families photos. Don’t be afraid to reach out to me and ask about my photography style, my editing style, or my favorite restaurant! I highly recommend scheduling a free consulting session!

Awarded Best of Zola
If I could give Grace and her assistant 10 stars I would! Our wedding was very low key with no day of coordinator, etc. Grace and her assistant helped my husband and I navigate the day. We were also very nervous about having photos taken and she did a wonderful job at putting us at ease and helping us with poses. Our wedding photos turned out amazing and we get so many compliments on them! I highly recommend Grace for your wedding!
Rachel & J., 2 years ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Hiii! I'm Heather Schoolcraft - owner & CEO! I'm a small town gal from WV who LOVES traveling and pops of color. I've designed my entire company around creating authentic + magical love stories. I have an associate team specifically trained to go and take on more couples! The only thing that's different on your wedding day is you see a different face! On your wedding day, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to focus on the raw + real moments on your day. Don't settle for less because you have to. Let ME help you get the photos + video that you've always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
You know when you meet someone and it feels like you've been friends forever? That's Heather for you! Heather is fun, kind, warm, and will be your ultimate hype girl! Aside from being an awesome human, Heather is a talented photographer. Don't know how to pose and feel super awkward in front of a camera like me? No worries, Heather's got you! She'll direct you on how to stand, how to put your hands, how your face should look, give you hot tips... all of it! She also has a sharp eye for beautiful landscapes. You're in good hands and will have cute photos, I promise. In addition to Heather, we were lucky enough to work with her videographer, Andrew, and another shooter from her team. The entire HCP team was so fun to work with you and will put you right at ease. I've gotten to do 3 shoots with Heather to date and am incredibly pleased with how our photos have come out. In fact, I haven't even gotten the final album for our wedding yet (just previews) and i'm STILL impressed! If you have the opportunity to work with this team, take it. I couldn't recommend them enough.
Phi B., 6 months ago
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Ashley Ludwig Photo 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,800
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

I have been putting my decade plus of expertise into each and every one of you, from your morning mimosa to the last dance of the night. Wether we’re here in Ohio or deep in the mountains, I’ll follow where your heart leads you. Wedding days can be fleeting no matter how you spend them and you deserve someone who builds slow moments and quick thinking into the timeline. When it's all said and done, your photos will gift you the ability to be right back in those memories and reliving the joys from the day it became the two of you, forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ashley Ludwig Photo was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Her communication style was very responsive - she was there for us every step of the way, making us feel comfortable and ensuring our specific vision for the photos was exceeded. The quality of her work is astonishing, a true 100/10. She was so easy to collaborate with and helped capture the magic of our special day perfectly. I couldn't recommend Ashley Ludwig Photo enough to any couple looking for a talented, attentive wedding photographer.
Gabby, 4 months ago
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Captured Couture, LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,195
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

So there’s no “I” in team right?! While Captured Couture is the product of years of hard work that I built from the ground up. I have an amazing team because sometimes takes more than just me. For larger events or on occasions when I am already booked one of my team members will gladly assist with your event. We’ve covered hundreds of weddings together, and have refined our editing style and way of shooting to be completely consistent. You won’t be able to tell the difference. Pinky promise! No matter where you’re planning from when it clicks, it clicks.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jennifer and her team were astonishing! I did a boudoir session as a bridal gift to my husband, it was such a breeze and I felt so comfortable, although I was quite nervous, she made me feel like I was a pro! Our wedding day was behind schedule all day and with a bridal party of 21 it was a chore keeping everyone on point. They not only kept us going but also checked off all the must have shots for us. Everyone was so professional and kind, we had an absolute fantastic time! I would 10/10 recommend! We budgeted for a good photographer and I am so grateful we did they were amazing to work with!
Brittney, 4 months ago
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Abigail Saalfrank Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

You are probably assuming my about me section will have a story about how I always wanted to be a photographer, I came out of the womb holding a camera, but that couldn’t be me. I stumbled into it, literally. I had no plans to become a wedding photographer. I was either going to follow my dad’s path and go to dental school, or become a social worker. But a freshman in college decided to shoot a few photos for fun, and now over eight years and almost 200 weddings later, I could not imagine myself doing anything else. This is my dream job!

Awarded Best of Zola
Abby wasn’t able to travel to my wedding but she sent her assistants and she edited the photos. It went absolutely perfect. The photos were beautiful and I got so many meaningful photos with my family and his family that I wouldn’t have thought to get. I sent her draft of a timeline and the photographers printed it out and had it to make sure the photos I wanted got done. They were absolutely amazing. Thank you so much to Abby and her team.
Paige L., 4 months ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

HEY! I'M ASHLEY! Aka, Your Professional third wheel! I am so happy you dropped by! I am a uber bubbly, warm hearted, person who loves to order 3 drinks at Dutch Bros and say its for other people but really its just for me. When I am not spending my lifes savings at Dutch Bros, I am professionally following peeps in love and photographing their stories. I am a lover of true crime and murder podcasts! (But I mean who isnt! I just cant help it!) FUN FACT: I speak switzerdütsch, aka a German slang. My mom is originally from Switzerland and my dad from Jamaica, so you know I am always hungry for adventures (and new places to binge eat at).

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we met Ashley Cynthia Photography, we knew we had found our perfect wedding photographer. Their communication style was fun and enjoyable, with constant banter that put us at ease. Ashley and her crew were fantastic, always making sure we were on top of the timeline and getting the exact photos we wanted. They brought out the best in us in every single shot, capturing all the special moments of our day. From Day 1, Ashley passed our vibe check instantly and was always just a text, email or call away, giddy about our nifty and crazy ideas. Her team was incredibly flexible, and we had an absolute blast working with them. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer and videographer to document our wedding - they truly made the experience unforgettable.
Marcus M., 2 months ago
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Emily Kyle Photography 

4.8

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Hey! I’m Emily, (and Kyle is my middle name, in case you were curious). I'm your cat loving, adventure chasing, ride or die friend and photographer on your wedding day and beyond. I am all about the relaxed and real, here to preserve your moments, not poses. I want you to relive the heartbeat and the happily unplanned of your wedding or elopement day with your future family, over and over, which is why your love will be exquisitely, candidly, and genuinely captured, leaving you actually having fun instead of holding a cheesy smile. I'm Detroit-based with roots in Baltimore, Maryland and LOVE to travel, so I'll go anywhere your love takes you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Emily was outstanding!! She's so friendly and very talented. With the package my husband and I picked, we got to spend time with her during our engagement session and also had a one on one meeting to go over our wedding day schedule. We really got to know her and genuinely enjoyed spending our wedding day with her. Even guests committed on how fun yet professional she was. We 100% recommend!!!!
Charlotte A., 7 months ago
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JZ Studio Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

JZ Studio Photography is a wedding and Portrait photography company based in Chicago, that services Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit and anywhere our couples may take us within US and Canada. At JZ Studio Photography, the team will create an amazing photographic experience for you on your wedding day, by capturing all of the most intimate and romantic moments through their camera lenses from beginning to end and compile the story for you.

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JZ Studio photography was such a pleasure to work with! He did a photoshoot session with me and some friends. He is so kind and polite, he made everyone feel comfortable and laugh. He is very knowledgeable in posing and getting natural shots. I highly recommend him for any photography needs including events, weddings and photoshoot sessions.
Sithara, 4 months ago
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Late to the Lake 

5.0

  • Caterer
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Great taste is the name of the game and we're committed to stepping up to the plate. Our goal is provide unforgettable, delicious, and eye catching options. That's why we prepare all of our boards and graze displays to your style, with the highest quality products. Whether it is an intimate dinner or an event for up to 800 guests, we do it all! If you are considering a Graze table for your wedding or next event, reach out and we'd be delighted to create something beautiful for you!

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From the moment we first reached out to Late to the Lake, their communication was incredible and exceeded all of our expectations. The quality of their work was truly exceptional - the food they provided for our wedding was delicious and remarkable, and they made our special day feel truly spectacular. We cannot recommend Late to the Lake highly enough, as they went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was perfect in every way.
Sarah, 3 months ago
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JWhitehorn Media 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

I produce professional photography & videography. I'm creative & self-motivated. I will use my years of experience in digital media communications to provide you with quality, professional, & affordable production.

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Jeron was fantastic throughout our entire engagement and wedding process! He was super communicative, professional, and knowledgeable which was a huge stress relief throughout all the planning. He did our engagement photos too as part of our package, and was even able to find us a second photographer last minute for the wedding due to our time constraints. He is a 10/10 person to work with, and we are SO happy with our photos!
Sarah B., 3 months ago
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The Yellow Rose Weddings 

4.9

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

The Yellow Rose Weddings + Events is a unique and intentional planning collective based in North Carolina. We are your planning BFFs: not only a breath of fresh air, but a fount of knowledge and creativity.

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Isabel and TYR were simply the best! We may have been communicating on email, pinterest boards, instagram reels, and text - all at once! And yet somehow it was always cohesive, nothing was ever missed! Isabel has a sound aesthetic for South Asian Weddings, and she understood our unique needs for the pre-wedding Mehendi and Haldi events, and the rituals and traditions for our big day! Communicating with all the vendors, the suggestions for apps, and making our design vision come alive! TYR was part of the family by the end of our wedding week, even our dog would agree!!
Prarthana&Imran, 25 days ago
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Brooklyn Rain Brides LLC 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Hi! I'm Brooklyn - the owner! I'm 22 years old & happily married to my best friend, Michael. Traveling is a huge part of our lives, WDW is our happy place, & our next adventure is never far away. When I'm not at a wedding, you can find me in the flower shop or doing some *light* retail therapy. I recently graduated from KSU with a B.S. in Hospitality & Event Management. I have had the opportunity to work with some amazing couples & vendors in several states. I even spent time in FL working closely with one of the world's leading entertainment companies bringing hundreds of fairytale weddings & events to life. Now, I'm making magic of my own!

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I had the pleasure of working with Brooklyn Rain Brides LLC for a styled shoot. Her communication style was clear, responsive, and professional. Brooklyn came super organized and made sure every part of the shoot went as accordingly. She even brought food for us and all of the photographers which was super kind! Highly recommend their services to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding planning experience.
Ireland H., 4 months ago
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Amative Creative 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Hello there! I'm Andrea, owner of Amative Creative, and every weekend we're so blessed to be able to tell the love stories of so many amazing couples. Like many others in this industry might say, we simply adore weddings. But what makes us a little different is our entire brand is centered around telling love stories specifically curated to reflect your vision and aesthetic. "Amative" means to be prone to love, so as you can see, we want nothing more than to tell your love story! But what makes us truly unique is that we understand every love story looks different. And we personalize every aspect of how we document your wedding day!

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Amative Creative did our wedding and the preview pictures are PERFECT. I am so happy I booked them! The vibe is everything I wanted, and they were super responsive the entire time!! 1000000% recommend!
Jayla G., 4 months ago
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Thyme & Details 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI
  • Offer

Thyme & Details offers wedding planning and design services to sentimental couples looking for good vibes and premium personal touches. We know how important it is to be present in the moment – not worrying about organization, budgeting, managing vendors, etc. Let's make planning zesty so you can focus on your VIPs and enjoying your journey. We are based in Ohio but available for travel. Reach out so we can create something unforgettable!

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Working with Thyme & Details was a dream come true for our wedding day. Dana and her team were prompt, professional and completely focused on making our vision a reality. Their excellent work and attention to detail resulted in so many compliments from our guests. Dana and her team were prepared for everything, seamlessly collaborating with our other vendors and the venue to ensure the day went off without a hitch. As the mother of the bride, I was able to relax and enjoy the entire day without a single worry, as the Thyme & Details team took care of absolutely every detail. The bride was present, relaxed and happy the entire day thanks to their hard work. We would highly recommend this vendor to any couple planning their wedding.
Jenni C., 25 days ago
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5 thousand frames films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

- Over 12 years of successful work, more than 400 couples, more than 200 families and more than 100 companies have used our services - We do all shooting and editing personally and never hire third-party vendors. You will get exactly what you ordered - It is very important for us that the video convey the atmosphere of your event as much as possible, therefore we approach the details and musical arrangement with great care - Each project for us is always an individual work. We do not shoot or edit according to a template. - We always have a spare set of equipment - All material we always keep in duplicate.

Thanks so much for our incredible weeding video! Yesterday we had a chance to watch it and I can say it was such heartwarming and professional video that reminded us how special that day was:) Thank you, Alex, again for your hard work and professionalism!
Alina, 23 days ago
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Anngye & Juan - Photography & Videography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

We’re a husband-and-wife team with over 5 years of experience capturing weddings together 🥰. Our love for each other fuels our passion for filming and photographing those special “I do” moments. When you book with us, you’re getting a team that puts as much heart and care into your wedding as we would our own. Being a married couple means we bring shared ideas, a deeper understanding of timing, and a lot of fun to every shot. Experience the joy of working with a team united by love for each other and for the art of storytelling. With us, you’ll find an incredible balance of quality and value.

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We LOVE them so much!! Thank you for capturing our day so perfectly!
Courtney & E., 3 months ago
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The Pretty Committee 

4.8

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Our Wedding hair and makeup Glam Squad is a carefully cultivated crew of the best stylists in Michigan. We all have several years of experience in the wedding industry and are devoted to bringing you confidence on your wedding day with your perfect style of hair and makeup.

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Rachel from the Pretty Committee was a delight to work with for my wedding. When I reached out, they were incredibly helpful, kind, and adaptive in understanding our unique needs. She provided exceptional service, creating beautiful and thoughtful looks that made me feel confident and radiant on my special day. She went above and beyond, even driving far to come to our venue, to ensure we looked and felt our very best. Im so grateful for her contribution!
Hailey, 4 months ago
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Wild + Free Photos - Michigan 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

“Your love story deserves to feel like a timeless film.” Hi, I’m Taylor, the storyteller behind Wild + Free Photos, based in Michigan and available worldwide. I specialize in capturing the raw, emotional moments that make your wedding uniquely yours. Inspired by the romance of classic films, my photography blends artistry and authenticity, creating images that are as heartfelt as they are timeless. Let’s turn your most important day into a story you’ll relive forever.

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Wild Free Photos - Michigan was the perfect photographer for our wedding day. From the very beginning, their communication was outstanding, with perfect and timely responses to all of our questions. They were super understanding and nice throughout the entire process, making us feel comfortable and confident. Their work is truly beautiful, with a style that captures the timeless romance of it all. We loved that they offered a boudoir shoot instead of a traditional engagement session - it was such a special and empowering experience that allowed them to make us feel beautiful. Overall, Wild Free Photos provided incredible value and we are thrilled with the stunning photos that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come.
Saige S., 2 months ago
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Lume Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Hi, I'm Andrea. I'm a full-time photographer based in the wild north of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. I specialize in nature elopements and small, intimate weddings in the UP and throughout the state of Michigan. My biggest passion is to be able to document your love story in creative, hauntingly beautiful, timeless images for you to keep forever. And give you an experience that allows you to relax, be yourself, and savor all the moments without pressure.

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Andrea is a wonderful person to work with! She listens to what you want and is very professional during the process. She was our wedding photographer and has continued to take photos of our family throughout the years. I can’t recommend her enough.
Amber, 3 years ago
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Four Cubs Photo + Video 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI
  • Offer

I’m Barry Daley, a photographer and videographer dedicated to capturing the magic of your most unforgettable moments. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in creating timeless, heartfelt visuals that celebrate your unique love story. Your wedding isn’t just another event to me—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, and I’m here to preserve every genuine smile, happy tear, and joyous laugh. My relaxed and personal approach ensures you feel comfortable, so the moments I capture are as authentic as your love. Let’s create stunning photos and films that you’ll cherish for a lifetime, reliving every beautiful detail of your special day.

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Barry is an amazing photographer. He is professional, well-experienced, punctual, kind, funny and enthusiastic. He created a stress free environment from beginning to end for me and my guests. He captured every moment of my wedding and the pictures we received were spectacular. Barry Daley Photography is highly recommended. Will definitely be booking for future events.
Safiya W., a year ago
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Viva La Glam LLC 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 35
  • Starts at $95
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI
  • Offer

Our team is great with large parties & will travel anywhere your wedding takes you. Our professional kits are filled with leading beauty brands along with lighting systems to bring the red carpet experience to you. We always stays up to date with the latest trends. Our comprehensive consultations show how versatile we are with customizing your desired look. Your hair & makeup will last a lifetime in your bridal portraits and cinematography. Invest in professional beauty services with us to ensure you'll be picture perfect. We are dedicated to creating romantic, timeless hairstyles with naturally radiant makeup for all skin types and tones.

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Noelle is awesome! She clearly cares a lot about her business / customer service, and was very quick and generous in correcting a couple of minor hiccups that came up during our hair/makeup trial process. She was a pleasure to work with and I loved how my bridal hair/makeup came out! My friends were happy with the other hair and makeup artists who she worked with on the day as well.
Therese G., 6 months ago
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McKenzie Blaszak Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI
  • Offer

My mission is to freeze your milestones forever in time. I vow to make our experience together comfortable, full of laughter and unique to you! I truly mean it when I say that I want to be your friend. I will get to know you, encourage you and cheer you on as you navigate life.

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From the moment we booked McKenzie Blaszak Photography, we were impressed by her responsive, knowledgeable, and articulate communication style. McKenzie and her team were professional, fun, and great at putting everyone at ease during our wedding day. When a few unexpected issues arose, McKenzie helped us troubleshoot and work around them seamlessly. As a groom who typically dreads getting his photo taken, I was amazed at how comfortable and natural McKenzie made the experience feel. The final photos exceeded our expectations and beautifully captured all the special moments of our wedding day. We highly recommend McKenzie Blaszak Photography to any couple looking for a talented and personable photography team to document their big day.
Erca, 4 months ago
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Flower + Oak 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,749
  • Serves Houghton Lake, MI

Flower + Oak puts emphasis on what makes your love story special. We use top-of-the-line equipment to ensure your expectations are exceeded, offering full-length and highlight videos, recordings of speeches, raw footage, drone footage, and more. Our style is adaptable to various aesthetics, including traditional, cinematic and custom-made styles that cater to your preferences. In addition, we offer a range of services such as extended hours and the option of a second videographer to ensure every detail is captured flawlessly. Check out our website and Instagram for more information!

Booking with Flower and Oak was the best decision we made in wedding planning! Our videos are absolutely perfect and truly bring us back to that day. Working with them was so easy from the beginning, and they were intent on listening to what we wanted, executing seamlessly on the day of, and delivering us something that we will treasure for the rest of our lives. We can’t thank them enough for capturing our day!
Isabella V., 16 days ago

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