couples — BLOG — Amarie Vela | Wilmington, North Carolina Lifestyle + Wedding Photography

Carla + Brian | Christmas Inspired Newlywed Session | Tampa Lifestyle Photographer

I adore photographing couples and love, as I am a huge sucker for a good love story. When Carla contacted me about this session I was super excited…

The Every DayAlex SaylesDecember 21, 2018couples, newlyweds, christmas, tampa, love, wedding, Lifestyle, Lifestyle sessions Comments

Chris + Mary Dickinson | Rochester Hills, MI Wedding

I was so excited for Chris and Mary's wedding day to come around! I was able to be there for when he got down on one knee and proposed to her, their engagement photos, and now the big day. It was amazing being able to tell their love story from each part.

The Big DayAlex SaylesJune 30, 2018weddings, wedding photography, michigan wedding photographer, couples, elopements, engagement, destination photographer, destination sessions, Destination, detroit Comments

Nathan + Lauren | Southern Michigan Lifestyle Session

It doesn't seem as long as it has since the last time I had the chance to work with Lauren and Nathan, but it has been a whole year already as crazy as that it. The last time we did maternity photos for their expecting baby boy, so this year we just had a fun couples session in the snow.

The Every Day, The Big DayAlex SaylesJune 21, 2018couples, Lifestyle sessions, lifestyle, elopements, creative, michigan lifestyle photographer, michigan wedding photographer, wedding photography, engagement, destination sessions, sessions, weddings Comments

Winter Bridal Session | Titpon, MI

I always love when I get a chance to try something new, and take a chance and go out of my comfort zone. Usually, it ends up with something great as the outcome. This shoot was no different.

The Big Day, Stylized SessionsAlex SaylesJune 8, 2018weddings, wedding photography, wanderlust, michigan wedding photographer, southern michigan weddings, winter, couples, elopementsComment

Engagement Sessions FAQ | Michigan Lifestyle Photographer

Everything you need to know about your up and coming engagement session with Amarie Vela.

The Big Day, Tips + RecommendationsAlex SaylesMay 21, 2018engagement, wedding photography, michigan wedding photographer, southern michigan weddings, weddings, couples, michigan lifestyle photographer, jackson michigan Comments

Lavender & Sage Styled Wedding | Grand Rapids, MI

I know, I know, it has been quite a while since I last blogged. I promise I will try to do better throughout the year, I have been slowly getting used to a new work schedule I have from a new job and it has taken time away from my blogging. Okay, it has made it impossible to blog I will admit. But, have no fear! A blog is here!!

The Big DayAlex SaylesMay 21, 2018jackson michigan, michigan wedding photographer, southern michigan weddings, wedding photography, michigan lifestyle photographer, grand rapids, weddings, Lifestyle sessions, Lifestyle, vintage, couples, Stylized Sessions Comments

Planning Your Fall Session

It is that time of year! Fall!

In Michigan, that means campfires, pumpkins, scarfs, hot chocolate, football, cider, and some amazing foliage. Which is why the month of October is the busiest times for photographer in the Midwest. Now, we all know that I adore summer and the beach, but if the one thing living in the south taught me, do not waste the leaves. The colors don't change in southern North Carolina! So I always make sure to embrace the fall while we still live here.