meet root + arrow
We are Amanda + Richard, a husband & wife team based in Northern Michigan.
Meet Amanda
I'm a black coffee, dark chocolate, red wine, Netflix on the couch kind of girl. & most importantly, I love the way I feel when I've got a camera in my hands.
From my earliest days in second grade, when I was given a disposable camera for a school project (picture a bouquet of roses in the snowā¦ my first styled shoot!) capturing moments has been my passion.
Once I purchased my first DSLR in college, I delved into self-portraits and styled shoots with friends, eventually expanding into family and senior portraits. The turning point was in 2012 when we documented our first wedding and I instantly fell in love with the art of capturing love stories.
Amidst all this, my most cherished role is being a mama. Photography took on new significance, especially in family sessions. Seeing how fast they grow and imagining my own child's wedding day adds an extra layer of meaning to my work.
Beyond the lens, I find joy in gardening, exploring hiking trails, treasure hunting in thrift shops, enjoying a hot cup of coffee, road trips, lazy lake days, cozy campfires, and losing myself in a good book.
Meet Richard
When Iām not shooting weddings you find me in the garage working on my project car (a 1972 datsun) or building something (probably a piece of furniture), doing home projects, out in the woods with my bow, or exploring hiking trails with the family.
Out of myself & Amanda, Iām definitely the more extroverted one ā I love meeting new people. I am the second shooter at weddings, which is an integral part of the day and key to a smooth, hassle free experience for you. I typically capture the groom/groomsmen getting ready and I also play a part capturing candids, details, and different angles of the day. Together, Amanda & I partner to make sure no special moment is missed.
