$1,500 starting price
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Michelle Martin
Owner
In business: 1+ years
Team: 1 member
Languages: English
Business: Woman-owned Business
Caring, Efficient and Passionate
Wedding photography is an art form - one I take to heart. I'm motivated by a love for service. My goal is to work along with you to highlight those things that matter most, documenting your day with integrity and joy.
I'm located in Columbus, WI but have been fortunate to photograph weddings and events all over the country. Whatever you dream for your wedding day memories, I can help. My approach is classic and relaxed, making sure that you feel relaxed and comfortable in front of the lens. Thank you for being here!
Michelle Martin Photography is a wedding photography business based in Columbus, WI.
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Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
- Boudoir
- Bridal Portraits
- Day After Session
- Engagement
- Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
- Digital Files
- Online Proofing
- Photo
- Printed Enlargements
- Printed Proofs
- Second Shooter Available
Photo & Video Styles
- Artistic
- Classic
- Documentary
- Dramatic
- Lifestyle
- Modern
Wedding Activities
- Getting Engaged
- Rehearsals & Parties
- Wedding
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Michelle Martin Photography is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for wedding photography. Michelle is praised for her exceptional talent, professionalism, and friendly demeanor. She is described as easy to communicate with and goes above and beyond to ensure a smooth planning process. Reviewers appreciate her ability to make them feel comfortable in front of the camera and her attention to detail in capturing beautiful moments. The quality of her photos and her flexibility during the COVID-19 pandemic are also highly praised.Review photos
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Photography was a HIGH Priority for me. I wanted to have great photos to look back on and to share with family and friends. I’m from out of state and didn’t know where to begin, so The Knot was a great resource for me. I found Michelle Martin Photography here and she was amazing from start to finish.
Initial response from emails, Michelle was quick and full of helpful information. After looking around, she was within my budget and exceeded my expectations in her images. She was easy to talk to and straight forward with her contract, fees, packages, and communication. I didn’t hesitate when I returned our contract and deposit.
Michelle was in constant communication on how to start the day and what special things I wanted. She reminded me to make lists of group photos and kept me organized on the little things you tend to overlook via email. She also asked me about timelines with first look if I wanted one, and any off-site photo locations I wanted. She was more than accommodating and full of helpful ideas.
The big day, Michelle arrives early and ready to go. She’s off and running, securing the shots of everything you spoke about and more. She will catch every moment of the day from getting ready to the last goodbye... Michelle made me feel so special and beautiful in her guidance of shots when needed.
I couldn’t have asked for more, she captured my day beautifully. So much in fact her shot was our thank you post card to our guests. She delivered our images on a custom drive quickly. If I needed anything edited, only a handful images out of 500, she was quick to reply.
Do yourself a favor reach out to her today, you won’t be disappointed.
We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Michelle capture the magic of our wedding day. From the first click of her camera to the last, she not only demonstrated unmatched talent, but she also became a true friend.
When looking for a photographer, we wanted to find someone that made us feel completely comfortable. Michelle has this remarkable ability to make you feel at ease in front of the lens, turning what could have been awkward moments into genuine expressions of joy. I can honestly say Michelle is one of the nicest people I have EVER met. Her kindness and warmth are as evident as her skill, creating a dynamic that made us forget we were being photographed and instead allowed us to be present in every beautiful moment.
From the initial consultation to the final moments of our celebration, Michelle went above and beyond by guiding us through the planning process with invaluable insights. Her keen eye for detail and creative vision ensured that every moment was beautifully preserved. Michelle's dedication extended beyond photography; she actively contributed to the seamless flow of our day, offering assistance wherever needed. Her passion for her craft and genuine care for our wedding made Michelle an indispensable part of our journey.
What truly sets Michelle apart is her genuine connection with people. She seamlessly became a part of our celebration, mingling with our families and guests with a level of kindness that left everyone smiling. Our family and friends couldn't stop talking about how wonderful she was, not just as a photographer, but as a person who added an extra layer of joy to our day.
The comments pouring in about Michelle weren't just about her photography skills (which are exceptional), but also about her infectious positivity and genuine interest in the people she was capturing. It's rare to find someone who can balance professionalism with such a warm, friendly demeanor.
Looking through the stunning photos, we're not just reliving the moments, but also the emotions and the connections. Michelle didn't just capture images; she encapsulated the essence of our love story, and for that, we are forever grateful.
Without a doubt, we will be reaching out to Michelle for future milestones. She isn't just a photographer; she's a friend who played a vital role in making our day extraordinary. Thank you, Michelle, for your incredible talent, your kindness, and for being a part of our journey. We can't wait for the next chapter where we get to work with you again!
We had the privilege of working with the exceptional photographer, Michelle, for our engagement and wedding session, and I am delighted to share my experience. Michelle went above and beyond to not only capture stunning shots but also to make our photography session a truly memorable and enjoyable experience.
One of the standout moments during our engagement session was when a bakery mix-up threatened to derail our plans. Michelle, not only a talented photographer but also an incredible problem-solver, stepped in to handle the situation with grace and professionalism. She ensured that we had everything we needed to create the perfect atmosphere for our shoot. This kind of dedication and willingness to go the extra mile truly sets Michelle apart.
Throughout our time with Michelle, she didn't just feel like a photographer but rather like a wonderful friend. Her warm and understanding personality made us feel comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera, resulting in photographs that genuinely reflected our personalities and the love we share. Michelle's ability to connect with her clients on a personal level is a rare and precious quality.
Michelle took the time to understand our vision and inspirations, and the results were nothing short of amazing. She skillfully translated our ideas into stunning visuals, and the final images exceeded our expectations. Michelle's attention to detail and her ability to capture the essence of our relationship in each frame truly made our engagement photos special.
What truly amazed us was how she perfectly captured our Nepali traditions even better than any Nepali photographer could. Her keen eye and dedication to understanding and respecting our cultural nuances resulted in photographs that not only celebrated our love but also our heritage.
I can wholeheartedly recommend Michelle to anyone seeking a photographer who not only possesses exceptional skills but also becomes a genuine friend in the process. We are incredibly grateful for Michelle's dedication, creativity, and friendship, and we couldn't be happier with the photographs she created. Michelle has left an indelible mark on our journey, and we are looking forward to having her capture more cherished moments in the future. We love Michelle!
Response from the Vendor on 11/26/2023
My beautiful friends! You’ve made me emotional with your kind words. From the moment we met, we connected on a deep level. It was a privilege to capture your incredible wedding! You were so gracious and helpful in sharing all I needed to know t...
o understand the Nepali traditions. Your wedding was a true highlight in my career, but more importantly - you have become cherished friends!
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Michelle was absolutely wonderful! I absolutely hate getting my picture taken but she helped the process seem so natural. We also formed an instant bond so it was like spending time with a close friend.
Response from the Vendor on 11/26/2023
JoAnn, thank you so much. I loved your wedding and I love staying in touch even more!
Michelle was amazing to work with! She went above and beyond to meet with us, extend her time, creatively help set up shots, and answer all questions in a timely manner. She could not have been more pleasant and easy to work with. Our pictures were beautiful!
Response from the Vendor on 11/26/2023
Barb, your family is wonderful! You embraced me from the first moment and I felt included - not just someone working for you. I can’t wait to have that lunch we’ve planned! Thank you again!
Michelle is an excellent photographer and a very kind person!! She did our engagement photos in Chicago. She drove down to Chicago which was so nice of her, as we live here and wanted our photos in the city. All photos turned out beautifully and we couldn’t be more happier!
Our photos Michelle and Robert took throughout our wedding day in Madison were awesome as well. They knew how to space out the time needed for wedding party and family photos. Also we got to take photos at the Memorial Union which was something I really wanted! She is accommodating and very responsive as well!
I also have to mention, we were one of those couple that got affected by the pandemic and we had to postpone our wedding.. we engaged her in 2020 and had our wedding in 2023!! She was very flexible and kept in touch with us the whole time, and we were so lucky that she was available on the day we got married.
I highly recommend Michelle for your special day!
Response from the Vendor on 11/26/2023
Thank you so much, You Jin! You definitely won the award for most patient bride, and your wedding was worth the wait! I love watching your adventures and I’m so glad we keep in touch.
What’s there to say, Michelle and Robert are AMAZING. My husband and I are both awkward and uncomfortable in front of a camera, and you helped us feel so at ease on our perfect day. You helped with the little things (holding the bouquet at the right level, ensuring the boutonnière is on the right side), and you both felt like a part of our newly blended family. We can’t thank you enough for capturing the first day of the rest of our lives. Not to mention the pictures were beautiful, exactly what we hoped for and more!
Response from the Vendor on 11/22/2023
Leslie, we were so privileged to capture your gorgeous wedding. We definitely felt like family that day - and still do!
Michelle was amazing throughout our engagement session, planning and day of. She is so kind and thoughtful when doing sessions, which was very helpful for us since we are not used to having someone take pictures of us. She helped us feel comfortable and captured us in a way that showed who we are and highlighted our love. She helped make sure things ran smoothly day of and kept us on schedule. She was open and creative and we had so much fun. She is very responsive and engaged in whatever it was we needed help with.
Michelle and Robert were so so so great to work with! Michelle was extremely easy to communicate with the months leading up to the big day and was super easy to work with the day of. Both Michelle and Robert were professional, accommodating and wonderful. We received a 200 photo “sneak peak” just a few days after the wedding and the photos are AMAZING! We are so happy we went with them for our photographers on our wedding day! I would highly recommend these two for your wedding day photography!
Michelle is fantastic. Hands down one of the most talented photographers I have ever worked with. I will forever recommend her. She was professional, personable and so understanding.
We just got our sneak peek, and I am blown away with the quality and how amazing they truly are. If you’re in the area - Michelle is your girl!
I could never say enough kind/wonderful things about Michelle. Not just her talent to take the most amazing photos but her ability to make you feel at ease in what is typically an awkward situation. We will treasure all the perfect engagement and elopement photos for the rest of our lives. On regular basis I think about of grateful we are to have picked the best photographer. The quality of every single photo is out of the world.
Like a lot of people, COVID-19 really messed up our wedding plans but Michelle was incredible. She even reached out immediately when the state orders came out and when we last minute pulled together an elopement on our original day, she was 100000% flexible and supportive. We truly couldn’t and wouldn’t have done it without her.
I could go on and on about her and our wonderful experiences with her. We will never be able to thank her enough. Especially for being the biggest trooper and capturing the most amazing pictures for our outdoor Wisconsin elopement (a lot of snow and maybe 17 degrees). She is simply the greatest.
Michelle was amazing to work with! As a Covid bride, I had many changes and she was willing to make it work with all the adjustments we had to make. She also gave us stunning photos of our engagement and wedding. Our friends and family rave about her photos but also how great she was on our special day as a person. She has awesome photos at the church, in nature and also at the Capitol!
We couldn't have been luckier to have Michelle as our wedding photographer. She worked non-stop during our day to make sure she captured every angle! We just got a sneak peek of our photos and are SO happy. We are amazed at how much Michelle was able to capture while working alone. She is kind, thorough and unobtrusive and kept me calm and focused on my wedding day. Our family members all noted what a great job she did, and we can't wait to see the rest of our photos! It was freezing on our day and Michelle didn't seem to mind at all - she used every minute we had together to get great pictures that we will treasure forever. We love you, Michelle!
Michelle was fantastic from start to finish. We knew from the first time we met with her that she was going to make our wedding day a ton of fun! We did a first look and got most of our photos done prior to the wedding meaning we had some time to socialize during cocktail hour. Michelle did a great job organizing family photos and corralling my large family. She then stayed late to capture our bubble send off. We just got a preview of the photos and they are amazing! We would definitely recommend Michelle to anyone.
Response from the Vendor on 01/24/2020
Rebecca, your wedding was a true joy and I thank you for taking the time to share your experience! Thank you for being the wonderful people you are!
Michelle was the most incredible photographer. She made both of us feel so comfortable, kept everyone on task, and was incredibly organized. Our Wedding party all mentioned how fantastic they thought she was as well. Michelle is so energetic and made the day even more fun for us, despite being outside in 25 degree temperatures for pictures. We love every single photo she took and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!
Response from the Vendor on 01/24/2020
Saraaa, thank you so much. I heart you guys.
Michelle was the best! She took the most beautiful pictures of our wedding and was there as an extra support person for me, the bride! She persisted through the worst swarms of mosquitos that I have ever encountered in my life and stayed much later than we had expected to ensure that every photo we wanted was captured. I could not recommend a sweeter, kinder, or more talented individual for your wedding!
Response from the Vendor on 01/24/2020
Sarah, thank you so much for your awesome review. More importantly, thanks to you and Mainor for being the patient and amazing people you are when we dealt with some pretty crazy bugs/heat! I LOVED working with you!!
Her photos speak for themselves and we couldn't be more satisfied! I'm reviewing a little early because I haven't received all of our photos yet but, based on the quality of our engagement photos and "sneak peak", I know we will love them. Very professional and personable, so easy to work with. I am very happy with my decision and thankful I will have beautiful wedding photographs without having to take out a second mortgage. :)
Michelle is awesome!!!!! When we first met with her she was very personable. She focused on what you were looking for and then gave her professional advice. She truly has vision.
When she took our pictures the day of the wedding she really incorporated the surroundings into the photographer. The photos are stunning!!!!!! My Father ended up in the hospital the day of our wedding and she came with us and took pictures of us with my Dad.
Michelle goes above and beyond!!!!! She is fantastic!!!! I highly recommend Michelle!!!!!!
Michelle Martin takes dynamic pictures and is a joy to work with. She really takes pride in what she does and takes the time to get to know the bride and groom so she can best capture all of the special moments of the day.
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251 W. James Street, Columbus, WI
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Michelle Martin
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Hello and welcome! I'm Michelle and I've been photographing weddings full-time for 17 years. After years in a nursing career, I felt a calling to work more artistically and found my way to wedding photography. I come to this work with a spirit of service, as nothing makes me happier than helping a couple capture the memories of their day.
Please share your wedding vision with me! I'd love to work together to create an easy timeline, make beautiful photographs and have fun!
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