When I set out to photograph a wedding, I am not just shooting to shoot. Or shooting to provide a few good profile photos. I am shooting to tell a story- the story of a momentous day in a couple's lives. Increasingly, when I chat with couples in initial consultations, we talk not only about capturing the wedding day but about the end goal- what will they do with these photos? How will they enjoy them? Look at them? How will they relive their day? What is the purpose of these photos? How will they preserve their family's history?

One way to do all of these things is to create an heirloom wedding album. It has space to tell the story, include the important details, preserve the family history, display the family photos, and allows the couple to relive their day and enjoy, once again, those important moments- all by flipping the pages of their book.

Albums have thick pages and luxurious leathers so they are durable and stand the test of time. They come is many colors, so that they can seamlessly blend in on your coffee table or shelf. They can easily be packed and moved from a couple's first apartment together to their first new home together.

Here is an album I designed for one of my couples at beautiful Cherry Creek Golf Club.

5 Reasons Couples Love a Planterra Conservatory Wedding

If you’re planning a Planterra Conservatory wedding, you’ve probably seen the photos: glass walls, tons of greenery, and an indoor garden that feels completely different from most Michigan wedding venues.

Located in Planterra Conservatory, it’s one of the most popular greenhouse wedding venues in Michigan. Here are five reasons couples keep choosing it.

1. The Venue Already Looks Incredible

The biggest draw of a Planterra Conservatory wedding is the space itself. The conservatory is filled with tropical plants, natural textures, and greenery in every direction.

Most couples keep décor simple because the venue already creates the atmosphere.

Think:

• candles

• greenery

• simple florals

That’s usually enough.

2. The Natural Light Is Amazing

If you’ve searched Planterra Conservatory wedding photos, you’ll notice how bright and clean everything looks.

The entire venue is surrounded by glass, which means soft natural light throughout the day. For couples who care about photography, this is one of the best Detroit area wedding venues for natural light.

3. It Feels Like a Garden Wedding Year-Round

A lot of couples want a garden wedding in Michigan, but outdoor venues can be risky with the weather.

Inside Planterra Conservatory, it always feels green and warm. Even when it’s cold outside, the conservatory still has that indoor garden atmosphere.

4. Everything Happens in One Space

Another reason couples choose a Planterra Conservatory wedding is how simple the flow of the day is.

The ceremony takes place surrounded by greenery, and the reception happens in the same space under candles and string lights. Guests can relax and enjoy the evening without traveling between venues.

5. It’s Easy to Make the Space Your Own

Even though Planterra has a strong look, couples style it in a lot of different ways.

Some weddings feel modern and minimal, others lean romantic, earthy, or editorial. Because the venue already has so much natural texture, it works with a wide range of design styles.

For couples looking for a greenhouse wedding venue in Michigan, Planterra Conservatory continues to be one of the most iconic wedding venues in the Detroit area — especially for couples who want something natural, elegant, and full of light.