wedding photography

The Future Mr. & Mrs. Vanderwoude

Ryan and Carissa booked us to photograph their wedding at the end of this year and we are beyond excited! It is going to be in Three Oaks MI at a Distillery and its going to be an absolutely beautiful day.

We just did their engagement session a few weeks ago where we traveled around the town of Portland and photographed these two at some of their favorite sites. It was a bit cloudy that day but that didn’t stop us from getting some gorgeous images. They had their beautiful fur child, Maizey, in a lot of their images and she was the perfect model! She is their pride and joy and I loved being able to see the love they share for their baby.

A few of their favorite things to do together consist of going for walks around town, visiting their local book store, and reading. They also enjoy visiting museums all over the country (how cool is that?!). They seem like such a perfect pair and I wish them so much love and joy throughout their lives! We can’t wait to photograph you both on your big day!!

Thanks for reading!

-KB

Johnson Wedding

June 9th 2018

Traci and Justin have such an amazing bond. They are funny, adorable and parents to two precious little girls. I was thrilled to spend their wedding day with them. The day started of rainy and gloomy but just in time for the ceremony the sun popped out and we had absolutely beautiful weather.

Their day was full of family, from the caterer to the officiant. So much joy and love surrounded these two as they read their vows and will continue to support them. Best wishes Traci and Justin!

Thanks again for letting me be part of your day,

-Keysha

Details:

Venue: Bertha Brock Park

Hair: Guys and Dolls

Make Up: Cydney Robinson

Jewelry: Emily’s Blooms and Beads

Food: Bluewater Cafe

Drone Coverage: Duane Zamarron

Guitarist: Kelsey Rowland

The Future Mr. & Mrs. Russell

Malerie emailed me last fall about scheduling her wedding for October of this year. I met with her a few weeks after and we were able to talk about their wedding day and the dream that she hopes it will be. We booked her date and then started planning for their engagement session. After their engagement date getting rained out the first time around we were finally able to get a new date set for last week. It was a hot June day, filled with mosquitos and ticks, but that didn’t stop us from capturing the love that these two share for each other and their dogs.

These two really show what true love is. I had them fill out a little questionnaire so I could get to know them a little better prior to their session date. I was able to learn so much and really incorporate their style into their session.

Malerie and Nathan have such a sweet “how we met” story. They met at a party when she was just 16, they exchanged numbers and never thought they would really see each other again. Years later they were able to reconnect and the budding love story began! ❤

A few awesome things I learned about these two was their love for the outdoors. One of their favorite things to do together is fish and camp, especially up north. They love exploring our beautiful state of Michigan as a couple along with their pooches. They also volunteer to foster dogs while they look for their fur-ever homes. They have fostered 14 altogether already! How cool is that?!

Along with fostering 14 pups over the years, they have fallen in love with 3 of their own. Their little family is just the cutest and these pups can’t wait for their humans to get married.

We are looking forward to your fall wedding Malerie & Nathan. We are honored and excited to be the ones to capture it ❤ You’re such beautiful people inside and out.

Thanks for reading!

-KB

Styled Shoot

This past weekend we had the opportunity to partake in a “Styled Shoot”. If you don’t know what a styled shoot is, it is something that we in the wedding industry put on to help each other out. The photographers will go in and photograph models, gowns, desserts, jewelry, flowers and other things that go into making a wedding day complete so those vendors will have some images to share in their portfolios, and we as photographers will have new images to add to our portfolios.

Thanks to Lavender & Lace Photography for putting this event on! I was able to meet a few other photographers as well as some great vendors in the Grand Rapids area and beyond. While also capturing some beautiful images throughout the day. I hope you enjoy!

Please check out all of the amazing vendors that participated in this event.

Venue: The GOEI Center

Floral: Eastern Floral

Floral Crowns: Alexandria Sayles

HMUA: Brittany Carpenter & https://www.facebook.com/bhadbarbie18

Bridal Gowns: Spring Sweet

Bridesmaid Gowns: Bridal Gallery

Models: Steffine Anne (partner James Edwards)

Emily Perry (Partner Matthew)

Katie Smallman

Audrey Kasdorf

Sarah Pasikowski

Cake & Donuts: Rise Grand Rapids Bakery

Stationary: 24th Ave Designs

Jewelry: Emma Elizabeth Jewelry & Kesslers Diamonds

Linens: Special Occasions West

Dinnerware: Alpine Tents & Events

Thanks for reading and checking out those other vendors! Feel free to share!

-K

What is Brick Street Studio?

Since we are new to the blogging world, we wanted to give a little insight into who we are as photographers and what our studio does! We love creating personal relationships with our clients and giving them the best experience possible.

What is Brick Street Studio?

We are a dual photographer team servicing the state of Michigan and beyond. Our studio is located right in the heart of Ionia, on the beautiful red brick road of downtown. At Brick Street Studio we provide a customized personal approach for all of your photography needs. The boutique experience that we offer allows us to handcraft each session to fit your style. We are sure to give our clients the highest care and cater to every detail throughout the experience, from the initial consultation through the gallery reveal. We want to be sure our clients will have a photography experience they will never forget.

Feel free to check out our Promo Video

Who Are We?

Karlee Bailey & Marisa Lies. We are a team of photographers pursuing our dream careers. One of the best parts of this job is having the opportunity to meet so many new people and capture some of the most important times of their lives. If you contact us, you will most likely have the opportunity to talk to our assistant, Keysha. Be sure to check out her business Keysha Rose Photography. We also work closely with Jaysyn of JayBird Films

The Photographers:

I’m Karlee. I am 25 and I have lived in Michigan my entire life. I took up photography when I was 18 and received my Associates Degree in Photography from Grand Rapids Community College in 2015. I am married to my best friend, Logan, and together we have three fur babies. A cat named Wilma, and two dogs named Wallace and Poncho.

I am a Disney lover, a musician, and singer but I don’t think I’m very good (I’ll leave that up to my husband), and for some reason, I’m a little obsessed with Benedict Cumberbatch. Don’t be shocked if you run into me and my hair is a different color from the first time we met. I like to change it often!

I can be pretty goofy once I get to know you but that spunk really comes out in my shooting style. It really makes me the fun and outgoing artist I am today. I specialize in Senior Portraits, Wedding Portraits, and Pet Portraits.

I am Marisa. I am from the Happy Valley in Pennsylvania (State College, PA) but have been a Michigan resident for over 10 years. I started photography in 2010 and am mostly self-taught. I have three children who I absolutely adore. Cameron, Taylor and Austin, they were my main reason for taking up photography. Photographing them truly started my passion.

I am a Penn State football lover, a coffee drinker, and I am always wearing the color black. I do love to travel and explore new places either on my own or with my children. Seeing and photographing Lake Michigan is one of my favorite things to do! I also enjoy teaching my gymnastics class that I hold during different months throughout the year.

I am very passionate about what I do and love knowing I am setting a great example for my children by working towards my goals every year. Being able to do something that I love for a living is one of the greatest feelings! I specialize in Newborn & Children Portraits, Family Portraits, & Senior Portraits.