Lavender Sage Photography

Lavender Sage Photography I'm Joelle, the sincerest storyteller. Based in West Michigan, Let's tell your story, your way!

I’ve got to be honest with you.⁠⁠I’m not a big fan of the stiff, overly posed couple photos (and if you’ve been here for...
11/04/2024

I’ve got to be honest with you.⁠
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I’m not a big fan of the stiff, overly posed couple photos (and if you’ve been here for a while, this won’t surprise you 😂). They’re fine, and of course, I’ll take a few at every session, but the real magic? It’s in the moments that aren’t posed.⁠
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The point of couple photos, in my opinion, is to capture the connection you share—the little glances, the laughter, the way you naturally lean into each other. These are the moments that tell your story, that reflect who you really are as a couple, and that’s what I want to document.⁠
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Sure, the posed shots will show what you look like together, but the unplanned, genuine moments? They show how you feel about each other. That’s where the real gold is. 💛⁠
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Ever found yourself in an accidental niche? 🙋‍♀️ Well, let me introduce you to the beautiful world of introverted couple...
10/23/2024

Ever found yourself in an accidental niche? 🙋‍♀️ Well, let me introduce you to the beautiful world of introverted couples! 💞 ⁠
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It’s incredible how quiet moments, cozy nights in, and genuine conversations create deeper connections. If you and your partner thrive in each other's company and love intimate celebrations, you’re not alone!⁠
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In a loud world filled with extravagant weddings and big parties, introverted couples remind us that love doesn’t need a stage—it just needs a genuine connection. ⁠
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Let me know how you keep your relationship cozy and intimate in the comments! 👇

The biggest misconception I hear about family photography sessions? ⁠⁠Is that everything needs to be perfect before you ...
05/06/2024

The biggest misconception I hear about family photography sessions? ⁠
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Is that everything needs to be perfect before you can book a session. ⁠
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You DON’T need the perfect outfits for everyone ⁠
Or your home to look like it’s straight out of a magazine ⁠
Or kids that promise to smile and sit still for every photo⁠
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What do you DO need? Is a photographer who understands life's beautiful chaos, who can capture the love and laughter of your family, no matter the circumstances.⁠
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So next time you think to yourself “I can't book a family session until everything is just right**”, remember, **the beauty is in the imperfection, and all you need is a photographer who can showcase the unique joy of your family.⁠
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PS is the above you? Have you been struggling to decide if you should book a family session because you're waiting for the 'right' time? Let's chat about creating beautiful, authentic memories of your family as they are right now. Contact me to plan your worry-free, perfectly imperfect family session.⁠
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Oh, hey there! ⁠⁠Are you new around here, or are you a long-time BFF? Either way, I want to say THANK YOU for being here...
05/01/2024

Oh, hey there! ⁠
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Are you new around here, or are you a long-time BFF? Either way, I want to say THANK YOU for being here, and I thought I would share a few fun facts - lightning-round style!⁠
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Been in business 9 years⁠
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Favorite work day snack is crackers and cheese⁠ (my hubby Tyler insists I’d wither away without cheese 😂)
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My go-to coffee order is currently a lavender latte (it used to be a raspberry mocha until Starbucks crushed my soul and discontinued raspberry 😭)⁠
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Favorite place to photograph is Northern Michigan⁠
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My dream photo destination is the mountains of Tennessee⁠
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My pup’s names are Jace and River and a future pup named Winston (yep, we’re those dog parents that have him named already😆)⁠
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the one business app I can’t live without is definitely !⁠
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Now it is YOUR turn! Share with me your favorite starbucks drink and let’s see what we all have in common!⁠
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My heart swelled to about double in size when this comment from a recent wedding couple landed in my messages 💕⁠⁠THIS is...
04/29/2024

My heart swelled to about double in size when this comment from a recent wedding couple landed in my messages 💕⁠
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THIS is what it’s all about for me, friends. I love helping people capture memories they will cherish for the rest of their lives and I would LOVE to do that for you, too. ⁠
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Want to start the convo? My DMs are open! ☺️⁠
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Hey, bride-to-be, this one's just for you. ⁠⁠Picture your love story, all the big and small moments, caught on camera by...
04/27/2024

Hey, bride-to-be, this one's just for you. ⁠
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Picture your love story, all the big and small moments, caught on camera by someone who's all about capturing those real, raw emotions.⁠
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I don't just take photos; I tell your story, from those shy smiles to the heartfelt tears and the confident glow (like this bombshell right here). Let's make something beautiful together that truly shows off the language of love!⁠
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Ready to make your love story a work of art? 📸💕 visit by following the link above, I can't wait to chat!⁠
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Frolic: play and move about cheerfully, excitedly, or energetically.⁠⁠Yep, I told them to frolic in the long grass and s...
04/22/2024

Frolic: play and move about cheerfully, excitedly, or energetically.⁠
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Yep, I told them to frolic in the long grass and slow jog towards me 😆 and yep, we all laughed. ⁠
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I'm not going to hold back my goofy posing descriptions while photographing, but I also won't hold back my giggles either and neither should you! 😉

Most people don't know this, but I actually got started as a photographer because I love creating a way to relive my fav...
04/08/2024

Most people don't know this, but I actually got started as a photographer because I love creating a way to relive my favorite memories. At the time, I quickly fell in love with lifestyle photography and took a very journalistic approach because it made it possible for me to caputre the beauty around me and meld into my environments, and I knew right away that photography would always be a passion of mine . It took 7 years of hard work and dedication to become the photographer I am today, capturing all of your beautiful stories.⁠
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Thank you for allowing me to take part in such incredible times of your lives! 🤍

There's something about a Northern Michigan wedding and yesterday was something special, you could just feel it in the a...
08/20/2023

There's something about a Northern Michigan wedding and yesterday was something special, you could just feel it in the air from the minute we stepped into . A huge congrats to Kate and Conner! 🤍

Scroll to the end to see how much fun we had when we snuck away for golden hour 🙃

I need your help! I’m trying to decide between spring mini session at a park or in the studio with a floral setup—and I ...
02/19/2023

I need your help! I’m trying to decide between spring mini session at a park or in the studio with a floral setup—and I realized that I don’t have to guess. The whole point is for me to serve you better, so I figured the best solution is to ask all of you!⁠
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If you could take 10 seconds, hop over to my IG story and vote for other option 1 - studio or option 2 - floral setup. (Or drop your answer in the comments here!) ⁠
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THANK YOU! 🙌⁠
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Grand Rapids, MI

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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