Mulberry & Sage Photography kicked off our 2017 wedding photography season with a total bang, celebrating alongside Erin & Kevin at the Golden Hawk Golf Club in Casco, Michigan. Courtney and Kathryn spent the day hanging out with their ultra-fun bridal party, and couldn’t stop raving about their experience, as well as the stunning details that Erin and Kevin added, that truly transformed their special day into a unique wedding.

Erin and Kevin were a completely laid back couple, who really wanted their wedding day to be calm and serene, and a special moment (first and foremost) for them to look back on and remember those special memories. Erin appreciates candid photojournalistic style wedding photography, and really didn’t love the idea of having tons of “posed” photos. She really wanted the photographers to capture the wedding day as the moments appeared organically. It was an extremely emotional day, and the hankies were out dabbing tears of joy all day long.

They wanted to begin with a first look at each other, where they could cherish each other alone, as well as read their written vows to each other with privacy. We loved being an observer through the lens for this moment, and those ended up being our favorite photos of the day. The first look took place at Blake’s Apple Orchard, and it was absolutely gorgeous with all the blossoming apple trees. We really encourage having a first look before the ceremony, so that the “stress” of portraits can be done, and you won’t have any hangry guests complaining that they are waiting too long for dinner.

Erin & Kevin had lots of unique touches at their Golden Hawk Golf Club wedding and reception. They planted a tree, in lieu of a unity candle or sand. They had a giant tower of donuts, instead of a cake. Oh, and their beloved dog, Max, was an active member of their bridal party. Did we forget to tell you about Max? They are obsessed with Max, and so were we.

We loved spending the day capturing Erin & Kevin’s Golden Hawk Golf Club wedding and reception. We hope that you enjoy some of our favorite images from their special day. If you’re in the market for a St. Clair County wedding photographer, we’d love to chat and tell you about our team of photographers.