Sydney Marie Photography LLC

07/05/2025

Hello, it's me.

I wanted to share some photos from a personal session I did last week. It was a celebration of how far I’ve come personally, creatively, and in my health journey. When looking for a photographer for my specific vision, I chose someone outside the wedding industry and outside my close friend circle. Someone who understands light, fashion, and studio work (and is really good at it!). completely nailed my vision and made me feel so seen. Right now, I feel like the best version of myself, and capturing that felt important.

So here’s your reminder: book the session. Whether it’s solo or with your significant other, your family, your pets—document the version of yourself that feels strong, accomplished, and present. You’ll never regret having photos of that.

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06/12/2025

In the city with Sophia and Gavin.

After a day of rain, the skies cleared just in time for their engagement session.

03/14/2025

Molly and Nate's Northern Michigan destination wedding was featured on the website today!

Truly such a beautiful day, and an amazing team of vendors!

Check it out: https://destinationido.com/real-weddings/northern-michigan-lakeside-destination-wedding/

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02/11/2025

A preview from Anne + Justin's downtown Traverse City engagement session this past weekend. The snow made it feel like a scene straight out of a Hallmark Christmas movie!

Thank you to for letting us take photos in the theater and on stage. The theater was the perfect complement to their outfits, making the whole session feel even more magical.

I can't wait to share more from their engagement session. Less than six months until their wedding day in Northern Michigan!

01/30/2025

Puerto Rico on film.

Over the holidays, we spent some time in Puerto Rico to celebrate Jesse’s 40th birthday. For us, vacations are always about exploring new places and learning about their history from locals.

On our trip, we took a historic walking tour with a local historian through Old San Juan, learned salsa from a local instructor, explored El Yunque National Rainforest with a guide, and immersed ourselves in San Juan’s arts and culture through a tour of Santurce and Loíza. We also enjoyed a sunset sailboat cruise to see Castillo San Felipe del Morro from the water and went on a snorkeling excursion to Icacos Island with East Island Excursions.

Puerto Rico is a beautiful island rich in history and culture, it’s so much more than just a U.S. territory. A few things about San Juan:

· Once Spain’s most important military stronghold in the Caribbean, its historic defenses still stand today.

· The streets of Old San Juan are paved with adoquines, blue bricks brought from Spain in the 1700s as ship ballast.

· Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Castillo San Cristóbal were built to defend against attacks by sea and land. These massive fortresses still overlook San Juan Bay, standing as a testament to the city’s resilience.

Outside of Old San Juan, we spent time in Loíza, the heart of Puerto Rico’s Afro-Caribbean heritage. Known for its vibrant bomba music and dance, stunning coastal views, and traditional vejigante masks, Loíza is a must-visit for anyone wanting to experience the island’s deep cultural roots.

In Santurce, we explored the urban art scene, where entire streets are transformed into open-air galleries during Santurce es Ley, an annual festival that brings together artists from around the world. Each mural tells a different story with some reflecting the island’s history, others celebrating its resilience and artistic spirit.

Puerto Rico is a place we’ll absolutely return to, hopefully with an even deeper understanding of its history, people, and traditions. Traveling responsibly means appreciating not just the beauty of a place, but also respecting its culture, supporting local businesses, and learning from the people who call it home.

12/18/2024

2024 top 9.

What a year 2024 has been.

15 weddings.
10 engagement sessions.
5 markets photographed for .and.makers.
3 proposals.
3 portrait sessions.
3 branding/product sessions.
And 9 mini product sessions.

17,425 photos delivered (not including the last wedding I'm currently editing).

I often speak about gratitude, and I truly mean it when I say how thankful I am for each and every one of my clients. Because of you, I get to continue doing what I love and am so passionate about. Your kind words and referrals mean more to me than I can express.

11/14/2024

Brielle + John's wedding has been featured on !

I've included some of my favorite photos from their day, check out the link for more.

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https://bajanwed.com/michigan-lakeside-wedding-with-tropical-vibe/

01/25/2024

The first wedding of 2024 was absolutely amazing!

Can't wait to share so many more beautiful photos from this day. ❤️

12/28/2023

Here we are again, my top nine posts of the year.

2023 was more than just a year of growth, it was a year of coming into where I want to be in my business. I worked with so many amazing couples this year, and also worked under some incredible photographers. It's truly been one of the best years in my career and I thank each and every one of you for making my dreams come true.

Looking at my goals from last year, I accomplished 3/5 – which is pretty good to me!!

The two that I missed (spending more time outside for personal time, and painting the rest of my house) didn’t quite happen although I did take a few days in the UP to unplug which was nice.

Highlights of 2023:

✨ New branding and new website that feels like me but also reflects being timeless.
✨ Taking 's Abundance Plan course, where I've learned so much about myself as a person and a business owner. I really feel like the course transformed my business completely this year.
✨ Working with the local small business community, especially .and.makers. Where I've met so many amazing business owners and had the opportunity to work with .sticks, and . I also started working with !
✨ Being featured in !!

Goals for 2024:

✨ Book more full weekend weddings (both local and destination)
✨ Finish painting the house (It’s going to happen this year!!)
✨ Learn how to eat with chopsticks
✨ Create art for me, not just client work

Cheers to 2024, I can’t wait to see what this new year brings!

12/05/2023

So excited to be featured in Shoutout Michigan!
I love giving a little insight into my business as well as shouting out a few of my favorite local businesses. Garsnett Beacon Candle Co, Rolling Stone Wood Fired Pizza Co., Brunch House, Morning Star Cafe, Rake Beer Project, Burzurk Brewing Co, Beefy’s Burger Shack, The Paisley Pig, Finn's Chophouse & Speakeasy

Check out the article here:

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10/24/2023

I am so beyond excited to finally share, we've been featured in the November issue of , out today!!

When you walk into The Montague Inn, the first thing you see is this grand staircase. I knew from the moment I walked in that I wanted to take this photo of Sara - and it's one of my favorites from their day.

2023 has been such an incredible year. I've grown so much as a business owner, photographer and person. I am so excited to see what 2024 brings. 🥂

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DJ: Falcon Film Studios
Cake: Butter Crust Bakery

09/27/2023

Getting ready for the busiest month of the year and taking a pause to say how thankful I am.

This year has been a whirlwind, from completely rebranding with a new website to being almost fully booked for 2024 already. I've photographed so many beautiful weddings and worked alongside photographers that I admire and aspire to be like.

As I close out my 11th wedding season this October, I'm just so grateful for this amazing career and the people I get to meet and work with year after year. ❤️