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ELEGANCE MUST BE THE RIGHT COMBINATION OF DISTINCTION, NATURALNESS, CARE AND SIMPLICITY.

CHRISTIAN DIOR

A classy couple at the wedding sharing a moment away from the hustle and bustle.
Bride and groom do a champaign waterfall.
Things left behind while guests dace the night away.
A close-up macro shot of a ring.
A creative blurry image of a wedding party.
Happy bride at the first dance.
Table seating chart details.
Taper candles melting in the pink light of a wedding reception.
The bride lifting her dress to reveal her shoes.
A wedding couple walking away in Charlevoix.
A bride and groom under her veil in the evening light in Black and White.
A wine set up for the wedding guest from Castle Farms.
Elegant bride sits on stone wall near blooming hydrangea bushes at luxury estate with fountain and mansion in background.
Roll with it song dance.
A bride and groom walking on the back side of Castle Farms.

HI, I'M ERIKA

Your Wedding, Engagement, Senior and Family Photographer

Let me introduce myself - my name is Erika Blackwell. Born and raised in Nothern Michigan. I really love to be creative and capture my clients being themselves. I have a real talent making people feel comfortable in most any setting. I like to have fun but have no problem with giving direction. Sometimes you just don't know where to put your hands. My biggest goal within my whole business is to make sure you have the best experience from the inquiry process until after you receive your gallery of images.

GET TO KNOW ME
Two people walking hand in hand along a rocky beach at sunset with gentle waves rolling onto the shore.
A little girl runs through a field at golden hour in black and white,
Laughing senior girls pose ideas.
A bride in a lace gown and groom in navy suit share a joyful moment together in golden sunlight outdoors.
Champagne sprays after the reception ends.
A couple kiss with a sun flare around their heads.
A married couple dip on the beach at Fisherman's island in Charlevoix Michigan.
A family walks in a field during golden hour.
Groom pops the bottle of champagne and sprays bride.
A senior pose at a waterfall in Petoskey Michigan.
A senior boy from Boyne City High school on the beach.
A black and white photograph of a senior guy in Petoskey.
Elegant wedding reception table with burgundy linens and geometric gold centerpiece featuring pink dahlias and mixed flowers.
Bride changes into a reception dress to party with her guests more comfortably.
A white-dressed figure stands in a sunlit lavender field at golden hour with rays of light creating a dreamy atmosphere.
A couple in formal attire poses together on a circular stone patio in front of a gothic-style stone castle turret.
Cousins walk in the grassy field for their Gaylord Michigan extended family session.
A bride in an elegant lace gown holds a delicate white bouquet in a dreamy forest setting, captured in black and white.
Baby twins at Boyne Mountain in Boyne Falls not sure about the cold fall weather.
Party people dancing.
A teenage girl sits on a beach surrounded by birds.
A wedding dress hangs on a personalized Mrs hanger displaying intricate lace details and beading in black and white.
Two formal wedding reception dinner plates with gourmet meals featuring steaks and colorful sides are held by nicely dressed guests.
A romantic black and white wedding portrait capturing a tender moment between newlyweds in an outdoor setting at sunset.
A couple shares a romantic dance moment under elegant chandeliers and draped fabric in a dimly lit reception venue.

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Testimonials
A newlywed couple in wedding attire holding hands and walking together outside a stone church with red flowers.

Erika is AMAZING! Had our engagement photos and Wedding Photos done by her! Full of energy and all around fun to be around! Wouldn't choose anyone else! You will not be disappointed if you hire her!

Corbyn and Nicholas
A romantic black and white wedding photo shows a couple standing close together in an open field with trees in the background.

Fun, easy, comfortable and taken care of!

Upon seeing Erika's work on a family members wedding previously and meeting her in person, I knew I needed her for my wedding. I was BEYOND relieved to find out that she had our date available - once I had her booked, everything else fell into place! She is so extremely easy to work with, makes you feel so comfortable and beautiful, and just honestly an all around great person to have a conversation with! She is now a friend. HIGHLY recommend her services!!!

Alli and Drew
A romantic black and white wedding photograph showing a tender close-up moment with the bride in lace holding flowers.

Erika has always been our go to photographer. Everything from weddings, engagements, senior pics, family photos and more! She puts 110% into her work and when you meet her and watch her do her thing behind the camera you can tell she actually loves what she does! It’s not just a job to her. And when you get your photos back you will be more than amazed with the results! If you don't go with COA photo, you simply don't have the best.

Matt and April
Person laying on sand with messy blonde hair wearing black shirt smiling while looking up at camera.

To me, there is no other option for our boys senior photos. Erika radiates sunshine and makes the kids feel completely comfortable and confident. Her sessions are filled with laughter and smiles while she captures their exact spirit with her amazing eye! I cannot wait to have her do our other boys senior sessions and I would highly recommend her to anyone and everyone looking for a photographer that is truly passionate about making her clients feel like family. Erika Blackwell is simply the best.

Kelley Dobbelaer