A bride dressed in a white satin gown holding a colorful bouquet of flowers is smiling inside an elevator with wooden paneled walls, while three women, two smiling and one with her head turned, are peeking from behind the doors.
royas_wedding_lincoln park south pond bridge-13.jpg
ImageDrain-20260828T222039.216Z.jpeg
IMG_3959.jpeg
ImageDrain-20260828T222039.476Z.jpeg
rojas_wedding_reception cake.jpg
ImageDrain-20260828T222039.544Z.jpeg
IMG_3948.jpeg
royas_wedding_lincoln park south pond bridge-14.jpg
ImageDrain-20260828T222039.615Z.jpeg
IMG_3954.jpeg
ImageDrain-20260828T222039.824Z.jpeg
ImageDrain-20260828T222039.685Z.jpeg
A woman with long dark hair is smiling and posing on one knee, holding a decorative fan. She is wearing a short, white lace dress, pink and glittery shoes, and a pearl necklace. The background features a dark room with scattered green and red lights.
royas_wedding_lincoln park south pond bridge-19.jpg
ImageDrain-20260828T222039.754Z.jpeg
A small dog dressed in a white tutu with a pink tag on its collar, running on a paved outdoor area with people seated around, some in colorful dresses.
royas_wedding_lincoln park south pond bridge-5.jpg
royas_wedding_lincoln park zoo portraits-32.jpg
ImageDrain-20260828T222040.207Z.jpeg
royas_wedding_lincoln park dock-15.jpg
A group of people at a wedding, with women in pink bridesmaid dresses holding floral bouquets, and men in black suits with pink ties and boutonnières, surrounding the bride and groom in the center. They are laughing and smiling indoors near a window
ImageDrain-20260828T222040.071Z.jpeg
royas_wedding_lincoln park zoo portraits-25.jpg
ImageDrain-20260828T222040.141Z.jpeg
ImageDrain-20260828T222040.337Z.jpeg
ImageDrain-20260828T222040.422Z.jpeg
ImageDrain-20260828T222040.494Z.jpeg
ImageDrain-20260828T222040.621Z.jpeg
A man in a blue suit and a woman in a white dress exchange wedding vows at a celebration by the water, with boats visible through windows in the background.
royas_wedding_lincoln park zoo portraits-33.jpg
royas_wedding_lincoln park south pond bridge-38.jpg
ImageDrain-20260828T222040.680Z.jpeg

still joy weddings

wedding photography that is about more than beautiful portraits, it's about preserving the story of your day. I create fine art and documentary style candids and portraits of your special day in southwest michigan, northwest indiana, chicago, and beyond.

All packages delivered within 4-8 weeks.

  • $1,495

    perfect for intimate weddings.

    designed for smaller celebrations without all the bells and whistles. you just want the shots to remember the day. this collection captures the moments that matter most.

    for “micro weddings”, ask about special pricing.

    includes:

    • up to 5 hours of coverage

    • 150–200 professionally edited images

    • online gallery

  • boutique printing service - starting at $800

    • a one-of-a-kind keepsake for your home. i will work with you to select the right photo and frame, from sizes 5×7 to 30×30. never forget your perfect day with the perfect piece of art for you home. learn more here

    second photographer — $500

    • add a second photographer for additional perspectives, candid moments, and more complete coverage throughout the day.

    additional portrait session — $450

    • perfect for anniversary sessions, bridal portraits, or creative portraits after the wedding day.

    35mm film collection — starting at $250

    • add authentic 35mm film photography for timeless images with rich character and nostalgic charm.

    • includes one professionally developed and scanned roll of 35mm film.

    • additional rolls: $125 each

    medium format film collection — starting at $550

    • experience the unmistakable look of medium format film, celebrated for its extraordinary detail, rich tonality, and cinematic depth. perfect for couples wanting truly one-of-a-kind portraits and heirloom-quality images.

    • includes one professionally developed and scanned roll of 120 film.

    • additional rolls: $200 each

    additional coverage — $200/hour

    • extend wedding day coverage whenever the timeline calls for it.

  • $2,250

    the perfect balance of coverage and value.

    from getting ready through the major reception events, this collection tells the complete story of your wedding day without feeling rushed.

    includes everything in chapter, plus:

    • up to 8 hours of coverage

    • 300+ professionally edited images

    • timeline planning assistance

  • boutique printing service - starting at $800

    • a one-of-a-kind keepsake for your home. i will work with you to select the right photo and frame, from sizes 5×7 to 30×30. never forget your perfect day with the perfect piece of art for you home. learn more here

    second photographer — $500

    • add a second photographer for additional perspectives, candid moments, and more complete coverage throughout the day.

    additional portrait session — $450

    • perfect for anniversary sessions, bridal portraits, or creative portraits after the wedding day.

    35mm film collection — starting at $250

    • add authentic 35mm film photography for timeless images with rich character and nostalgic charm.

    • includes one professionally developed and scanned roll of 35mm film.

    • additional rolls: $125 each

    medium format film collection — starting at $550

    • experience the unmistakable look of medium format film, celebrated for its extraordinary detail, rich tonality, and cinematic depth. perfect for couples wanting truly one-of-a-kind portraits and heirloom-quality images.

    • includes one professionally developed and scanned roll of 120 film.

    • additional rolls: $200 each

    additional coverage — $200/hour

    • extend wedding day coverage whenever the timeline calls for it.

  • $2,995

    the best balance of coverage and experience.

    for couples who want a more relaxed wedding day and the freedom to capture the candid, in-between moments that make the celebration uniquely theirs.

    includes everything in storytelling, plus:

    • up to 9 hours of coverage

    • 450+ professionally edited images

    • priority editing

    • $100 print credit usable in the print store or towards my boutique printing service.

  • boutique printing service - starting at $800

    • a one-of-a-kind keepsake for your home. i will work with you to select the right photo and frame, from sizes 5×7 to 30×30. never forget your perfect day with the perfect piece of art for you home. learn more here

    second photographer — $500

    • add a second photographer for additional perspectives, candid moments, and more complete coverage throughout the day.

    additional portrait session — $450

    • perfect for anniversary sessions, bridal portraits, or creative portraits after the wedding day.

    35mm film collection — starting at $250

    • add authentic 35mm film photography for timeless images with rich character and nostalgic charm.

    • includes one professionally developed and scanned roll of 35mm film.

    • additional rolls: $125 each

    medium format film collection — starting at $550

    • experience the unmistakable look of medium format film, celebrated for its extraordinary detail, rich tonality, and cinematic depth. perfect for couples wanting truly one-of-a-kind portraits and heirloom-quality images.

    • includes one professionally developed and scanned roll of 120 film.

    • additional rolls: $200 each

    additional coverage — $200/hour

    • extend wedding day coverage whenever the timeline calls for it.

  • $3,550

    the complete wedding photography experience.

    with full-day coverage and a dedicated second photographer, every chapter of the wedding day is documented from multiple perspectives, creating the most complete story possible.

    includes everything in legacy, plus:

    • up to 10 hours of coverage

    • second photographer

    • 600+ professionally edited images

    • complimentary engagement session

    • sneak peek gallery within 48 hours

  • boutique printing service - starting at $800

    • a one-of-a-kind keepsake for your home. i will work with you to select the right photo and frame, from sizes 5×7 to 30×30. never forget your perfect day with the perfect piece of art for you home. learn more here

    35mm film collection — starting at $250

    • add authentic 35mm film photography for timeless images with rich character and nostalgic charm.

    • includes one professionally developed and scanned roll of 35mm film.

    • additional rolls: $125 each

    medium format film collection — starting at $550

    • experience the unmistakable look of medium format film, celebrated for its extraordinary detail, rich tonality, and cinematic depth. perfect for couples wanting truly one-of-a-kind portraits and heirloom-quality images.

    • includes one professionally developed and scanned roll of 120 film.

    • additional rolls: $200 each

    additional coverage — $200/hour

    • extend wedding day coverage whenever the timeline calls for it.

A man with red hair, beard, and glasses wearing a brown knit cap and a maroon hoodie stands on a seaside dock, with a lighthouse and ocean in the background.

let’s work together