Michelle Frederick Photography | Documentary Wedding Photography

Candid. Honest. Real.

Less awkward posing.
More actual memories.

Documentary wedding photography for couples who’d rather laugh than spend two hours pretending to.

What I love capturing

Groomsmen doing literally anything but their assigned jobs
Your dad trying not to cry
Friends losing it during speeches
Your college room mate screaming every lyric
The chaos of the dance floor
Ring bearers taking their jobs way too seriously

More photos, please, thanks.

Hey friend, I’m Michelle!

The one behind the camera.

I’m here for the loud laughs, the flower girl fully abandoning her job, the groom pretending he isn’t going to cry (then totally cries) and your friends making absolute fools of themselves on the dance floor.

I’ll tell you where to stand when you need me to, fix whatever is falling apart, then mostly leave you alone so your wedding can actually feel like a wedding.

No weird posing marathon. No pretending to be people you’re not.

Just really good photos of your favorite people being completely themselves.

And yes, I will probably end up best friends with your mom.

Anyway, more about me

Now for the good stuff….

Women in a room getting ready, with one woman sitting in a chair laughing and another woman standing applying makeup. Two more women are in the background, one smiling.

A bride and groom holding hands, standing outdoors on a paved pathway, with lush greenery and purple flowers in the background. The bride is leaning her head on the groom's shoulder, holding a glass of red wine, and dressed in a white wedding gown. T

People dancing and singing passionately at a lively party or celebration, with energetic expressions and raised hands.

People dancing in a rustic wooden hall at a wedding celebration.

A group of people at a wedding: a woman in a wedding gown, and two men in tuxedos, are visible. The woman is partially turned away, and the men are facing her, smiling.

Two women at a party, one woman with blonde hair holding a drink close to another woman with dark hair, revealing her tattooed shoulder, in a dimly lit setting.

A man in a tuxedo petting a golden retriever wearing a tuxedo vest and bow tie at a wedding ceremony.

Two women dancing at an outdoor wedding ceremony, with many seated guests in the background. One woman is wearing a white dress with long sleeves and braided hair, and the other woman is in a black strapless dress with curly hair and tattoos, both sm

People hugging at a wedding reception outdoors, some holding drinks, with trees in the background.

Woman in a white wedding dress looking at herself in a mirror, standing in a warmly lit room with peach-colored walls.

Two people dancing closely at a social gathering, with other guests visible in the background.

A rustic indoor dining space decorated with flowers and candles, featuring wooden tables and chairs, with a loft area above supported by wooden beams.

Night scene with a bright full moon in a cloudy sky above a large illuminated yellow tent, with people and decorations visible underneath.

A woman with dark hair styled in loose curls, wearing a white sleeveless dress and floral earrings, holds a colorful bouquet of various flowers including pink, red, yellow, and purple blossoms, looking thoughtfully to the right.

A black and white photo of a young girl in a white dress carrying a basket and an older boy in a tuxedo holding a pillow with rings, standing outdoors on grass during a wedding ceremony.

Group of men celebrating and laughing together outdoors during daytime, wearing suits and sunglasses.

Indoor event space decorated with hanging plants, surrounded by rows of wooden chairs and tables with floral centerpieces, candles, and glassware, in a bright greenhouse with large windows and exposed ductwork.

Children and adults dressed in formal attire at a wedding ceremony inside a church with religious statues on the wall, some children wearing flower crowns, and the bride holding a bouquet.

A bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of flowers stands outside, looking back towards a man in formal attire as she steps through a doorway.

A black and white photo of a wedding reception showing a man in a suit and glasses dancing with a woman in a wedding dress with a veil. Other guests are visible in the background.

A woman in a white wedding dress walking barefoot on a sandy beach, smiling at a man in a black suit who is also barefoot, with houses and dunes in the background.

Night outdoor event under a large white tent, illuminated tables, and people mingling on green grass surrounded by trees.

People dancing and celebrating at a party or wedding reception under string lights, with a woman in a blue dress smiling in the center.

Decorated outdoor event tent with tables set for a meal, featuring floral centerpieces, wine glasses, and tableware under string lights and greenery.

A black and white photograph of a bride and groom walking hand in hand outdoors near a lake, smiling and enjoying each other's company.

Black and white photo of a woman in a wedding dress with a lace veil, looking over her shoulder with her hand near her face.

Three women in a well-lit room with large windows, one is standing and fixing her hair, another is seen from behind, and the third woman is looking into a mirror. The space appears to be a bathroom or dressing area with various personal care products

Outdoor wedding ceremony with guests seated and officiant standing in front of the couple, surrounded by trees, string lights, and a stone building in the background.

A woman with brown hair, wearing a pink satin robe, is standing in front of a bathroom mirror applying makeup or skincare. Another woman with long brown hair, also in a pink satin robe, is seated at the bathroom counter. The bathroom has a glass show

A bride in a white lace wedding dress with a low back walking through a grassy field at sunset, with a cloudy sky and modern buildings in the distance.

Black and white photo of a bride and groom smiling and walking across a grassy field, with a group of people standing in the background under a cloudy sky.

Nighttime outdoor social event with people in formal attire, string lights, brick buildings, and tropical plants.

A bride and groom holding hands and walking outdoors at sunset, dressed in wedding attire, smiling, with trees and wedding decorations in the background.

Two men in suits with cigarettes, standing outdoors on a grassy lawn with trees in the background.

Black and white photo of a wedding reception showing a groom lifting the bride while dancing, surrounded by guests happily watching and cheering under a canopy with string lights.

A rustic house with shingle siding and a small brick archway door, surrounded by lush bushes and grass, with tall trees in the background under a clear sky.

Black and white photo of a bride and groom standing by a large window with sheer curtains. The bride is in a wedding dress facing away, and the groom is in a suit facing the bride, holding hands.

Crowd of people seated at tables during a celebration, with some raising white napkins in the air, smiling and cheering.

People at an outdoor gathering or party in a lush garden, some children playing and adults engaging, with large palm trees and other foliage in the background.

Decorated table with flower arrangements, candles, glassware, a sign indicating "Table 4," and paper confetti, set outdoors for a celebration.

A table set for a formal event, decorated with candles, glasses, and a large floral centerpiece in a tall metallic vase, with beige curtains in the background.

Elegant table setting with three lit candles, a floral arrangement, a tray with a partially eaten pastry on a plate, and a dark background.

Outdoor wedding seating arrangement on a grassy field with white folding chairs, a large white umbrella, a flower arrangement, and a residential house in the background.

Women and children preparing for a special occasion in a bright, airy room with large windows, some taking photos and a young girl in a white dress with an adult woman in a gray dress and a girl in a yellow dress with tattoos.

A wooden board of sliced bread with a spread knife, in the background there is a floral arrangement and a candle with a small flame, creating a warm ambiance.

Women in colorful dresses celebrating outdoors on a lush green lawn in front of a yellow house with white trim, during what appears to be a wedding or special event, with sunlight shining from the upper right corner.

Group of people enjoying a celebration or party indoors with decorative streamers hanging from the ceiling, some raising their hands, and others smiling, in a lively setting with brick walls and framed pictures.