District 5 Schoolhouse – Grand Rapids Wedding Photography- Desmond and Sabrina

I was so happy to celebrate Desmond and Sabrina this past weekend in Grand Rapids, Michigan! This was an extra special day because it was actually their one year anniversary. A year prior, Desmond and Sabrina took a helicopter to the top of an Alaskan glacier and became husband and wife. Now, 365 days later, their love was as strong as ever as they had a blast with their friends and family.

In the 13 years I’ve been photographing weddings, I’ve never seen the personal detail and thought go into every aspect of the day like I did here. Sabrina did not leave one small aspect without meaning. From custom matching shoes, to an embroidered veil, to a signature drink as a shout out to their beloved kittykid, everything was oozing with personality!

Desmond and Sabrina, thank you SO MUCH for bringing me out to your hometown to help you celebrate. I was truly blown away by every moment and wouldn’t have wanted to be anywhere else that day! 🖤

And a special Thank You to all of the vendors who worked so hard!

art deco gold engagement ring at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
bridal details on white tray at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
art deco and mid century modern wedding invitation at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
embroidered floral tie at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
black and white photo of long sleeve simple wedding gown hanging up at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
bride getting makeup done at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
bride getting makeup done at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
bride and groom recording message on audio guest book at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
bride and groom with wedding party in matching sweatshirts at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
black and white photo of groom getting on suit jacket at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
black and white photo of groom putting on tie at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
father helping groom put on tie at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
sisters helping bride get wedding dress on at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
bride and sisters laughing as bride gets on wedding dress
black and white photo of bride getting into wedding dress while sisters button the back
black and white photo of bridesmaids helping fix brides hair at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
mother of the groom putting bracelet on bride at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
bride touching up lipstick at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan
black and white photo of groom watching as bride walks toward him in the background at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride smiling as she approaches groom at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom standing in front of row of pine trees and smiling at each other at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom reading cards they wrote to each other at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom standing in front of trees reading cards they wrote to each other at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
black and white photo of bride and groom reading cards they wrote to each other at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom hugging each other after first look at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride wiping away tears of groom at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
black and white photo of bride and groom holding hands in front of pine trees at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
close up of bride's bouquet full of purple roses, greenery, and other purple flowers at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride looking down at her bouquet of purple flowers at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
groom standing and laughing with groomsmen at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
groom talking with groomsmen and bride talking with bridesmaids at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and her sisters toasting with mini bottles of fireball at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride twirling in wedding dress and smiling at camera at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom standing with bridesmaids and groomsmen all in a line at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom laughing and talking with bridesmaids and groomsmen at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom walking with bridesmaids and groomsmen at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and bridesmaids laughing with each other at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom walking with wedding party at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride smiling with bridesmaids at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
outdoor ceremony setup where bride walks through double doors at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
mother and father walking bride down the aisle at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
black and white photo of mother and father walking bride down the aisle at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
looking down the aisle through double doors at the bride and groom standing at the altar at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom looking at each other during ceremony at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride's father standing at the altar as the officiant at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
black and white photo of the bride and groom standing at the altar with large trees behind them at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
groom saying vows to the bride at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom smiling at each other during their ceremony at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride saying her vows to the groom at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom share first kiss at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom looking at each other as they walk back up the aisle after getting married at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
black and white photo of bride smiling at camera and groom looking at bride as they walk back up the aisle after getting married at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom taking photos with groom's parents and siblings at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom taking photos with groom's nephews at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
groom taking a photo with his mom and then his dad at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom taking photos with both sets of their parents at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride taking photos with her parents and sisters at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride taking photos with her dad and then her mom at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
Long tables with colorful sashes and vases full of pink roses at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
Retro rotary phone for guests to leave audio messages for bride and groom at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
different flavors of popcorn as snacks at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
sign asking guests to leave a message for the bride and groom at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
colorful retro sign for the bar with signature drinks at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
colorful drinks in large pitchers at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
retro cake decorated with colorful sugar flowers at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
Neon sign with the couple's last name lit against a sheer curtain of twinkle light at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
small white round cake with colorful sugar flowers at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
black and white image of groom swinging bride around at reception and her hair is whipping around at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom standing at head table and holding hands up at reception at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom about to cut cake at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom taking large slice of wedding cake at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom feeding each other cake at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
close up of cut wedding cake at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
little boy trying to touch wedding cake at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
groom wearing all white suit standing along road during golden hour at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom standing outside venue while groom kisses bride on cheek at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
black and white photo of groom grabbing and hugging bride while they both smile at the camera at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
groom wearing all white suit with colorful floral bowtie at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
black and white photo of groom kissing bride on cheek at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom standing outside venue during golden hour at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
Man dancing and laughing at wedding at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
Bride holding drink and dancing at her wedding at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
Bride's sister and mom dancing at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
Bride's sister and mom laughing and dancing at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
Bridesmaids holding drinks and dancing at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
Bride smiling at camera while dancing at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
woman dancing and smiling at wedding at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride's mom dancing and laughing at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
man getting low while dancing at wedding at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride wearing reception dress and dancing at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom wearing reception outfits and dancing at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
venue at night at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
silhouette of bride and groom in front of neon sign with last name at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom sharing private last dance at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
black and white photo of bride and groom silhouette against neon sign of their last name at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom kissing during sparkler exit at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography
bride and groom walking out of venue while guests hold sparklers at District 5 Schoolhouse in Zeeland Michigan by Alayna Parker Photography

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