Waltman Lake Lodge is a unique destination venue, a rustic lakeside retreat, and an intimate gathering space nestled in the nature of Northern Michigan but just minutes from Grand Rapids. Let us help design your one-of-a-kind gathering or celebration!

Owner Avery Echols began his DJ career almost by accident. His entry into the business began with managing music for a friend’s reception. At this point, Ace Wedding DJs was born. As Avery’s business grew, he brought in his brother Wes and best friend Landon Bell. Together, this talented trio works hard to bring the dreams of soon-to-be newlyweds to life. In addition to fueling the dance-floor and and crafting ambiance through music, the DJs also serve as MCs with natural ease and charisma. They ensure that introductions, announcements, and transitions run smoothly.

My name is Amanda Montgomery and I am Arrae Photography based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan. The name Arrae (pronounced [uh-rey]) came from my first initial and my middle name, Rae, added an extra r and made a new word. I wanted something unique that was also me, the idea came to mind one day and it just fit. Being a photographer is all I've ever wanted to do with my life. When I was 12 I saved up my babysitting money to buy my first 'big time' camera. I formed Arrae Photography in 2003 as a part-time venture while I worked at local photo labs, went full time in 2008.

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!

I value giving you back your memories through images that capture genuine smiles, shared laughter, unspoken glances, and a authentic wedding experience. I value making you feel comfortable from the moment of inquiry to the delivery of your wedding gallery. I prioritize excellent communication and am there for you every step of the way With close to 300 weddings of experience as a West Michigan wedding photographer and in worldwide locations, you can be sure that your day will be documented beautifully!

Hi there! My name is Carly, I’m a traveling wedding hair stylist based near Grand Rapids, MI. I specialize is airy, romantic, effortless updos and down styles. I strive to make everyone in my chair feel confident and beautiful.

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.

Hi I am Kate! I have a bachelor of fine arts in photography, and have been photographing weddings and elopements for around 5 years. There is nothing I love more that LOVE and all of the emotions that surround a wedding day. I am an LGBTQIA+ & BIPOC inclusive photographer, celebrating diversity is so important to me. I shoot both digital and film, and have a documentary fine art shooting style with a modern twist.

Hi, I'm Mandy! I'm happiest at home with a cup of coffee (heavy on the cream & sugar), watching some HGTV (Fixer Upper anyone?!) & flipping through Instagram, with my beagle, Jack, snuggled on my feet. I love exploring new places with my sweetheart, Shawn, trying new foods, craft beer, coffee dates, Michigan autumns, and, of course, PHOTOGRAPHY! Thank you so much for stopping by my page. I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for you all, and I appreciate each and every one of you!

Mixology is a passion that I have been practicting for over 15 years. love to meet new people and provide my services. You will receive one on one cocktail creations based off your preferences. You don’t have to serve alcohol at your event! We can provide custom mock-tails as well!

I am a luxury destination photographer based in MICHIGAN, COLORADO & FLORIDA! I am ALL over Michigan and all over the nation! I have a home in Lansing, Holland & Traverse City. I travel all over Michigan capturing my clients from Lansing to Grand Rapids to the west coast of Lake Michigan to Mackinac Island & Traverse City to all metro Detroit! I have a second home in Vail/Summit County, CO as well as Clearwater Beach/Tampa. This allows me to be local to multiple places and states! This career is so much more than just showing up and taking photos. It's emotion, it's detail, it's getting to know my clients and capturing each of them uniquely.

I’ve been in the bridal hair game since 2012, and it truly just keeps getting better! Weddings have become such a free and open self expression for each couple and it makes my heart happy to be a part of your special day!

We are a videography and production company based in West Michigan, and we're not in business of filmmaking because we have to be, we're in it because we want to be. Each member of our team has a passion for film and wants to bring their unique art to your story. Based out of Grand Rapids and operating since 2009, our team focuses on capturing candid moments and a small number of formal shots in order to create a truly beautiful and cinematic film of your day. We will approach your wedding day with fair pricing and an unwavering commitment to capturing every important moment that you can cherish for years to come.

Amethyst x Emerald is a West Michigan based Wedding Planning company who focuses on strong communication, organization and experience to make your wedding planning enjoyable and custom to you! We are an INCLUSIVE vendor, LOVE IS LOVE!! Let's make your wedding the best day ever.

We are the wedding coordination company for the couple who is planning their own wedding but wants to have a stress free wedding day. We include timeline creation and 3 meetings to make sure we understand your wedding day completely and can manage it perfectly.

My name is Jasmine and I run my beauty company called RoseHand Art & Co. We have a team of hair and makeup artists to suit your bridal party needs! I have been in the makeup industry for over 10 years and in the bridal industry for the last 6 years. When I’m not doing weddings I am doing fashion shows and photoshoots of all kinds. I am passionate about giving an added confidence boost to anyone who sits in my chair.

West MI Event Planner & Wedding Coordinator Ready to make your day beautiful 🥂 With years of experience, I specialize in creating unforgettable events. From weddings to corporate events, let my reviews speak for themselves!

I'm a love storyteller from Grand Rapids, Michigan. I primarily photograph weddings and engagements in and around the Midwest as well as destination weddings. I aim to tell love stories as honestly, candidly and uniquely as possible and I hope those attributes come across in my imagery. I firmly believe Love is Love and that everyone deserves beautiful images. I promise I will go above and beyond for you and be genuinely invested in your photographs far beyond just taking pictures. I've told hundreds of love stories and I hope to tell yours one day.

Hello! My name is Mallory, and I’m excited to help you plan a stress-free, dream wedding. My wife and I live in the Grand Rapids area with our two beautiful Golden-Aussies. I have a passion for simplistic and elegant wedding styling but am equally thrilled to help bring any vision you have to life. My background includes working as a bridal consultant, where I helped brides find their perfect wedding day outfits. When I’m not working, you can find me visiting local breweries, playing volleyball, or (most often) winning at Scrabble against my wife. I look forward to working with you to create the wedding of your dreams!

Simply Stunning Bridal comes to you to ensure your wedding day is as effortless as possible. No wedding party is too big, and no venue is too distant, as our extensive team serves all nearby locations!

Wildcrest Studio, established by Jessie Harris, is a natural light, lifestyle photographer. I aim to capture the magic of your wedding day and you as a unique couple through peerless, stunning photographs!

This West Side landmark, with its 150-foot iconic smokestack, has been transformed into an event destination like no other in Grand Rapids. Towering historical windows, original exposed brick and structural steel, and soaring open-architecture ceilings recall the bygone days of America’s Gilded Age. With two distinct, expansive, and column-free reception spaces, cocktail lounge, outdoor amphitheater and courtyard, and abundant FREE on-site parking, New Vintage Place is the ideal venue for any event requiring a unique character that will leave an unforgettable impression.

Weddings can be overwhelming, but at April Hertz Coordination Services, we truly understand the stress that comes with planning and executing your special day. Our goal is to lighten your load, allowing you to fully focus on marrying the love of your life. Trust us to handle all the coordination and planning services, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable wedding experience for you.

I LOVE, LOVE. IT’S QUITE SIMPLE REALLY. THE BEST MOMENTS ARE UNPREDICTED, CANDID AND RAW. WHEN LAUGHTER IS SO STRONG THAT YOUR BELLY ACHES, OR WORDS ARE SO SWEET THAT TEARS ARE MADE.. CREATING MAGIC WITH HUMANS WHO SEE LOVE AND LIGHT AS POWERFULLY AS I DO… THAT’S WHAT I LIVE FOR.

DreamBox Photography is a wedding photographer in Grand Rapids, Michigan. we photograph graceful gatherings and document intimate, romantic and elegant weddings. Our goal is to capture authentic moments that can be relived again through beautiful photographs.

Hello! What I love about working at weddings is the unique experiences you have with each event. I enjoy tailoring songs and music to the couple's request and creating beautiful background music for their events. I value professionalism, adaptability, and an energetic spirit.

Granger Creative is a full-service production company specializing in weddings/couples and branding. I’ve been working in the film + media industry for 5+ years and have loved every minute of it! I believe that there’s as much meaning and beauty in the subtle and intimate as there is in the grand and exciting. The films I create tend to be nostalgic and cinematic mixed with a documentary approach. My hope is that we can be a team, bringing your memories and emotions to life. Let’s create something together!

Your wedding day, not like anyone else’s but yours—bold, vibrant, and unforgettable. How will you capture these memories for a lifetime? At March81 Photography, we tell your story like no one else can, blending candid moments with epic, cinematic poses. We capture the real stuff—the laughter, the energy, and every perfectly imperfect detail. Then, we turn those memories into custom heirlooms, from wall-worthy portraits to handcrafted albums, so your love story can live on forever. Because your love deserves more than ordinary.

After being adopted from China, I fell in love with everything creativity. I was always drawing, editing my friend’s insta pictures for fun, and of course having mini photoshoots. I felt so much joy when it came to creating art that could be saved forever. It didn’t take until college that I used all my money from my savings to buy my own camera- yeah I definitely knew my priorities. When I had time in between classes and studying I devoted it to taking pictures of everything. Wedding photography was a complete different realm of opportunities. Capturing the sweetest day and to gift that is unmatched.

Your wedding day is a celebration of love and the start of a beautiful journey; but with so many decisions that often leave your head swimming, it’s easy for this special time to quickly become more stressful than you want it to be. That’s why we're here! The service of All things Considered goes beyond planning; we are your advocates, prioritizing you and your vision so you can be fully present with each other and actually enjoy your engagement. We will take the time to understand you, reassure you, and help you create the wedding you desire, by guiding you through the wedding planning process and managing every less-than-magical detail.

With over 25 years of experience in wedding and event planning, Distinctive Catering is Michigan’s Premier Reception Caterer. Our experienced event coordinators and chefs assist you with all of your needs along the way, including menu selections, tastings, venue tours, consultations, recommendations, and more! We know how important this special day is and we will gladly help you execute every detail.

Our urban industrial event space was built with an artisan touch and with the couple in mind. Our main entrance is located in the back of the building, making it a private space for you and your guests. We can’t wait to share Warehouse 6 with YOU!

Not only do I provide authentic, everlasting, and natural wedding photos I also provide: ✨A detailed schedule outlining your day (too keep alll of us organized) ✨Local vendor recommendations ✨A shotlist of the important people in your life (to guarantee you don’t miss photos with a loved one on your big day!) ✨A bestie to hype you up and combat stress on your wedding day and throughout the whole planning process

To inquire, please visit my website. Offering full service planning, partial wedding planning, day-of coordination, and hourly consultation: Halcyon Events is dedicated to curating your dream wedding experience. halcyon (hal-see-en) (adj.): denoting a period of time that is calm, peaceful, and full of joy.

Located in Zeeland, MI, District 5 Schoolhouse is a historic wedding venue with a narrative that extends into the 1800s. Its walls have withstood over a century of use and housed various types of establishments. For couples who seek a spot with heritage, this venue can tick that box. There are two outdoor areas as well as two decks for seating. Before the ceremony, the betrothed can get ready in separate suites, both located on the premises. Bar services are included in packages and decorations may be rented on request. For downtime, couples and their guests have the opportunity to enjoy a bonfire or numerous outdoor games.

Hi, I'm Avery! I am West Michigan born and raised, with a bit of a roaming side. You can find me traveling the great outdoors, reading a good book or sunset watching at the lake. I thrive on God’s great love and creation. Farming runs deep through my family roots, so I guess you could call me a farm girl. I’m a homebody at heart, with a passion to adventure. I fell in love with photography when I picked up my mom’s old camera in middle school. I'd capture everything from blades of grass to the cattle on my farm. 5 years later, using my cattle as models has turned into photographing weddings and capturing everything from portraits to families.

Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan at the John Ball Zoo, the Bissell Tree House is one of West Michigan’s most unique event spaces. This hidden gem provides couples an amazing view of the downtown Grand Rapids area with its floor-to-ceiling glass windows. With its tree house feel and large covered veranda sitting at one of Grand Rapids' highest land points, couples can get that sense of being on top of the world as they share their love with family and friends. All proceeds benefit the conservation missions and animals of John Ball Zoo!

I'm Sydney and I own Sydney Marie Photography out of Grand Haven, Michigan. I I've been a wedding photographer since 2012 and have photographed over 200 weddings from Grand Rapids, Traverse City, Holland and everywhere between. I started in photography in 2008 and travel all over Michigan for weddings.

SO Rhythm & lights was founded in 1989. And the premise is really simple, simple pricing that includes everything we got. We only have two add ons. If you need the ceremony, and if you want a photobooth. Our teams going to setup all the lighting, and give you their all every single time, because the price doesnt dictate if they do that. We got you covered from every aspect. We do not do hourly rates, so no need to worry about the smallest details. BEcause we worry about the smallest details. You can just have FUN at your wedding.

St. Cecilia Music Center is a historic wedding venue situated in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, MI. When booking this facility for your big day, there are numerous event spaces to help bring your dream wedding to life. The Dexter Ballroom features elegant hardwood floors, west-facing windows, two Steinway grand pianos and a large kitchen. The ballroom can accommodate 250 standing guests or 184 for a plated dinner. There is also the Wege Recital Hall. It has enough space for 100 standing reception or 48 for a plated dinner. The room also boasts two grand pianos, a small kitchenette, and a fireplace. More-private gatherings may be held in the Mika Music Library, which provides couples and their loved ones with a warm, inviting atmosphere. It has walls with oak paneling, parquet floors, a piano, a kitchen, and a fireplace, and it can seat up to 48 guests. In addition, couples may avail of these and the venue’s other luxurious event spaces for their wedding ceremonies.

My name is Danielle. I've been shooting professionally for almost 10 years. I’m down to earth and authentic. I love random chats about life, traveling and love. When we meet, we'll have fun and have a beautiful photo to remember the moment.

We specialize in capturing lifelong memories through exceptional wedding photography and videography. Understanding the importance of your wedding day, our talented team is dedicated to documenting it with creativity, passion, and excellence. Every couple has a unique story, and we strive to reflect your love and celebration through our lens. Our approach focuses on storytelling, capturing the moments that matter most to you by working closely to understand your vision. From consultation to delivery, we ensure a seamless, stress-free experience, providing timeless, evocative imagery that will be cherished for a lifetime.

Hello! I'm Cassi. I'm a photographer and videographer based in West Michigan and available for travel. I specialize in weddings, elopements and engagements. I just love, love! I believe every wedding is unique and has a story to tell. I would love to hear about you and your vision.

After working in the food industry for years, I got fed up with the low quality of food and service that was being offered in the west Michigan area. I wanted to be able to provide creative and unique foods that are locally sourced and created from fresh ingredients from local farms and business. The way that we are able to provide amazing food is we have invested in a mobile kitchen to ensure your food is made to perfection on site, rather than being transported from A to B in hotboxes where quality is lost like most restaurants & caters.

I've had a passion for hair for years! I began doing wedding hair four years ago with the help of my mom who is a wedding photographer. I love to travel for weddings as well! In Michigan or out of country!

Born and raised in West Michigan. Jon graduated from Grand Valley State University where he studied his passion in videography. He started Picket Fence Studios, LLC to follow his dream to capture memories for you for years to come.

👋 I’m Rachel, Owner and Lead Creative behind Vormittag Farm & Floral. Flowers are my passion. I LOVE the fancy garden roses all the way down to what some may call weeds. LOL. Flowers represent kindness and I’m always striving to be just that.

Studio D2D is housed in a beautifully restored historic building, located just 2 exits south of downtown Grand Rapids. Our gorgeous venues feature exposed brick walls, original hardwood flooring, immense wooden beams, and large windows that fill the space with natural light. We have preserved the integrity of the building while creating a balance of vintage charm and sophisticated elegance. The industrial feel combined with the modern decor of chandeliers, and uplighting creates a picture-perfect event space. Studio D2D’s dedicated team participates in more than one hundred weddings and events each year. With their combined knowledge, they make the perfect event-coordinating team. If you are looking for a beautiful reception venue, highly skilled staff, exclusive access to the best vendors, and a stress-free experience, take time to meet with Studio D2D. Once you have chosen the perfect location, let us help you streamline the rest of your event with our all-inclusive packages!