Images full of love, images full of life!
$1,500 starting price
West Michigan + Worldwide Destinations
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Monika Anderson
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AWARD WINNER (9X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
With over a hundred weddings under my belt, I absolutely LOVE EVERYTHING about weddings! From intimate backyard nuptials to big ballroom extravaganza, I GOT YOU! I am people-centered, detail oriented and fun! MY STYLE is vibrant, authentic, and modern yet timeless. In a nutshell, my IMAGES are FULL OF LOVE and FULL OF LIFE! To ensure the best services, I only take a LIMITED AMOUNT of weddings and sessions per year. I can’t wait to learn about your love story!
Woman-owned Business
+8 years in business
Speaks English, Czech, Slovak. Understand a bit of Polish and German.
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Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
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Boudoir
Bridal Portraits
Day After Session
Engagement
Photo & Video
Digital Files
Photo
Printed Enlargements
Printed Proofs
Second Shooter Available
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Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Classic
Documentary
Dramatic
Lifestyle
Modern
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
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Meet the team
Monika Anderson
Owner
WHO I AM
Monika with "K", born and raised in Europe,
creative mind = photographer, artist, decorator,
craft-girl, family lover, nature enthusiast, tea drinker,
biker, ice cream addict, U2 fan, talker,
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0100 reviews
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Monika consistently receives high praise for her photography services, with reviewers commending her professionalism, communication, and ability to capture beautiful memories. She is described as attentive, detail-oriented, and friendly, making the photographing experience enjoyable and stress-free. Monika's vibrant and high-quality images, along with her organizational skills, are highlighted as major strengths that contribute to unforgettable wedding moments. Reviewers highly recommend Monika for her exceptional work in capturing precious memories with warmth and creativity.Review photos
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Brandon D
5.0
1/22/2025
Monika was amazing to work with! She made time for us on such short notice (after our first photographer bailed last minute) and the entire experience was great. Monika was just as excited about the wedding as we were! She was so personable and great at communicating. I cannot recommend her enough!
Vendor response 01/23/2025
Oh my goodness, Brandon and Kyle, I don't even know where to start! It was absolute honor ...
to photograph your special day!!! Thank you for letting me a part of it!
Jessica C
5.0
12/22/2024
Monika did a wonderful job with our pictures! Everything looked absolutely beautiful. She was very knowledgeable on how to pose and which ideas worked the best to grab the best shots! She is great with communication and was always there if I had any questions. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer that takes charge and gets the job done! She is also very accommodating to any schedule you have and keeps everyone on track so the process is seamless.
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Tom V
5.0
12/22/2024
Monika did a great job and helped us capture some incredible memories of our wedding day. She was a big part of making our day very special and did a fantastic job getting photos throughout the day, especially with our formal portraits. Even though she hadn't shot a wedding at our venue, she was able to find great locations for photos and made the most of the scenery. Monika is definitely a professional and is wonderful to work with. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again!
Vendor response 12/22/2024
Hello Tom and Abby! It was a great day capturing your special day!
Liz C
5.0
11/26/2024
Monika is a dedicated professional who will help you keep memories to last a lifetime! She took family pictures for me and they were exactly what we wanted. Highly recommend.
Vendor response 11/26/2024
It was my pleasure!!!
Hannah G
5.0
11/20/2024
Absolutely loved working with Monika during our big day! She was able to keep everyone in line, even with my huge family. She was fun to pose for and we couldn't stop smiling throughput our big day! And I still can't stop smiling after I got her finished work!
Thank you so much for the beautiful memories!
Vendor response 11/23/2024
Hannah, I don't know where to start! Your wedding was amazing and so much fun to photograp...
h!!! Hope to see you in future for some photo shoot:)!
Dayna P
5.0
11/03/2024
Monika did an amazing job photographing our wedding, and we were so glad to work with her again for a family fall photoshoot! Monika is an excellent photographer. She is professional and makes the experience so fun. Her pictures are very colorful, great quality, and print really nicely. We are so happy with all of the photos she has taken, and can't wait to work with her again in the future. Thank you so much Monika, you've truly done an incredible job capturing some of the most precious moments in our lives!
Vendor response 11/04/2024
Thank you so much! It was so nice to document your growing family!!!
tracy p
5.0
10/01/2024
Great photographer. I love working with her she always does so great sending me photos of my work. I love working with Monika!
Tracy
Vendor response 10/02/2024
Tracy, your work is absolutely gorgeous and you are such a professional! Thank you for you...
r kind words, I always love working with you!
Of the Land .
5.0
1/30/2024
It was a pleasure to work with Monika at our wedding venue, "Of the Land." We enjoyed hosting you as part of our clients' special day!
Vendor response 01/30/2024
Thank you! What a beautiful venue to photograph at! The staff was super nice and food out ...
of this world!
Tony G
5.0
1/22/2024
I am the owner of CrashMonkey Productions (a wedding DJ : )
And I got got the opportunity to work with Monika this year :-) She was AWESOME. Literally one of the top photographers i've ever gotten the privilege to work with. Super professional! Insanely talented. And an UNBELIEVABLY nice person :-)
As a wedding DJ, I highly recommend her!
Vendor response 01/22/2024
Hi Tony! Thank you so much for your kind words. I absolutely loved working with you and yo...
ur side kick! You brought amazing vibe, great music, ton of fun and some great dance moves (yes, this DJ can dance:)! Looking forward to work with you again!
Caroline D
5.0
1/20/2024
Monika was wonderful through and through! Her planning process is extremely detailed which was crucial for how busy our wedding day was. Her timeline was so helpful that it felt like Monika was an additional wedding planner for us. Her professionalism, fun loving personality, and communication helped make our wedding day incredible.
Vendor response 01/21/2024
Hello Caroline! I am just gonna start by saying how wonderful everyone at your wedding was...
! I just absolutely loved working with your friends and family and most of all, you and Andrew! You wedding at the car museum was so memorable!!! Thank you for your kind words!!!
Makeupyourpower H
5.0
1/15/2024
I have worked with Monika many times over the years. Every time I have been booked with her for hair and makeup services for her clients she has always giving the most care, love , attention and her detail is priceless. Her creative aesthetic is like fairytale magic for your wedding day! I will always recommend her for your special day!
Vendor response 01/21/2024
Nicole, it's always a pleasure to work with you!!! Your work is amazing and your approach ...
very professional with fun vibe!
Brooke S
5.0
1/14/2024
Working with Monika as a vendor (event planner) was a blast! She not only was professional, but she had FUN while doing her job. That energy radiated to the couple and it was so great to see that!! Having a photographer that can get your 'true self' on wedding day is so important!
Mary O
5.0
12/26/2023
We had a wonderful experience with Monika for our daughter's wedding. She was great to work with and made the day so special with most beautiful pictures. She has endless energy and is fun to work with! Thank you Monika for capturing my daughter and son-in-law's special day!
Vendor response 12/29/2023
Oh Mary, Hannah's wedding was so downt to Earth and fun and full of love! I am still dream...
ing about the riverside landscape (and yes, those photos in the river:). There were so many memorable moments throughout the day...just so special! Thank you for your kind words! I hope you will call me again for family photos in the future!:)
Stephanie H
5.0
11/04/2023
Monika was seriously the best, she made photo taking so fun! As the bride and grooms family, we watched her capture the beautiful moments they shared. We loved her spark, her playful banter with the wedding party and the obvious enjoyment she exudes at what she does! PS the photos turned out even more beautiful once she posted them. My initial review was just after the wedding and having interacted with her and how great it was, but the photos she produced were wonderful! Thank you, Monika!
Vendor response 11/05/2023
Dear Stephanie,
I am filled with happiness right now!! I absolutely LOVED working on Clai...
re's and Chris's wedding and your kinds words just document all that! Thank you thank you thank you, this is why I do what I do!!!
Yolanda H
5.0
11/01/2023
Monika did an amazing job on my big day!! I knew I wanted Monika as my photographer before I was engaged. The photos are better than I could have ever imagined. She kept the environment light and joyful. She is a pleasure to work with and an expert at her craft.
Vendor response 11/02/2023
Yolanda, you are so kind!!! I am honored that you picked me as your wedding day photograph...
er!!! It was such a lovely day and I had so much fun!
Erica R
5.0
9/11/2023
We split up our wedding into 2 parts: a small ceremony and a larger reception 4 months later. We had the absolute pleasure of having Monika photograph our reception, and we honestly may like her work a little more than our actual big day. Her personality is so warm and inviting. Add that to her eye for lighting, and we had an album of beautiful pictures where we felt comfortable and so incredibly special. Her formal portraits were excellent and my husband loved the candid shots she took.
She did a wonderful job capturing us along with our loved ones on our day. She took special care to ask us what kind of pictures we wanted and did a great job capturing them. We can't recommend her enough! Thank you again, Monika!
Vendor response 09/12/2023
Erica, I don't even know where to start. You both were so amazing to work with. You had a ...
great vision and it was a pleasure for me to photograph it. Your wedding had so many special little details from decorations, to the live family band, guests arriving from all over to celebrate with you....it was very special day! Thank you for trusting me to capture all your memories!!!
Melissa H
5.0
9/09/2023
The photos were amazing, but even more important was how easy was to work with and how fun she made the day. Very LGBTQ friendly, not just with us but with all of our crazy guests as well.
Vendor response 09/09/2023
Hi Melissa and Danni!!!!! Your wedding was awesome! Thank you!!!
Jackie D
5.0
2/26/2023
Monika and her husband did a wonderful job for our June 2022 wedding! They were super organized, got almost all the shots we wanted, and took on a very long day like champs. They kept the energy up for the individual portraits and took care of all the things my husband and I had no clue about. Our engagement session was also a ton of fun and memorable. Definitely recommend for great quality photos and professionalism. Monika definitely cares about what she does!
Vendor response 02/27/2023
Hi Jackie! Thank you, I am so glad you liked your photos and you were happy with my servic...
es!!
Meghan R
5.0
2/10/2023
Monika was absolutely phenomenal! She worked hard to keep us on our timeline, even when we fell behind she didn’t let that slow us down. At the very beginning of our wedding she got stung by a bee and STILL she pushed through and delivered stunning photos.
She has been very personable, friendly, encouraging and always there when we had questions. We cant say enough great things about her!
Vendor response 02/12/2023
Hi Meghan and Vernon!
Oh my goodness where to start...I just know I will definitely rememb...
er your beautiful wedding day! Thank you for your kindness, I really appreciate all your words!
Lauren W
5.0
2/08/2023
I don’t even know where to begin with Monika. She was a breath of fresh air since the beginning! I am sooo glad my husband and I found her. She always went above and beyond with anything and everything. She really makes you beautiful on your big day and make sure nothing but positivity is around you when Monika was with me there wasn’t a stress in the world. And now onto the photos they are absolutely BREATHTAKING!!! Every single photo is absolutely gorgeous photos that I didn’t think would turn out to be the best are probably some of my favorites! Monika work is like magic. Going through the photos you can actually FEEL what everyone was feeling in the photos that Monika took. She’s definitely a professional and definitely know what she is doing. Without Monika my wedding day wouldn’t have been as amazing as it was. Thank you for everything Monika I can’t say it enough. BEST. PHOTOGRAPHER. EVER.
Vendor response 02/10/2023
Lauren and Zach, thank you so so so much for your kind words!!! I am just going back to y...
our wedding at Stonegate Manor...what a beautiful day! One of the memorable ones for sure!
Lauren M
5.0
2/06/2023
Monika and her side kick did a phenomenal job capturing our special day so beautifully. They went above and beyond our expectations, and I am so happy with all of the details they captured throughout the entire day. She is the BEST!
Vendor response 02/06/2023
Lauren and Mark, I am so happy that you had such a great experience and that you love your...
images! Thank you!!!
Christine & Ashley L
5.0
1/01/2023
Monika was amazing to work with from the start. She was genuinely excited for my wife and I to get married, and her excitement and passion showed through in her photography. She was organized, kind, helpful, and answered all of our questions through the whole process. We absolutely how our photos turned out. She was able to capture both of our personalities and all of our special moments. We highly recommend! Thank you Monika!
Vendor response 01/02/2023
Holly cow! You girls just made me cry! Your kind and warm words just made my day!!! I love...
you both and I am really hoping to work with you again!
Dayna P
5.0
11/20/2022
We chose Monika for our wedding after speaking to close to a dozen other photographers. She is very passionate about her work and that shows through in the picture quality. We appreciated all of the time, effort, and care that she put into photographing our special day. We had so many beautiful pictures to choose from it was hard to pick which ones to print! The pictures also printed very well. The nighttime photos are especially unique. We are very happy with our wedding photos!
Vendor response 11/22/2022
Dayna, your wedding day was awesome! I am glad we were able to change the timeline in last...
minute to be able to work around the stormy clouds! It all worked out so beautifully! And yes, you are right, those night photos are just stunning!!!! Thank you for letting me be a part of your wedding day!
Erica H
5.0
11/15/2022
Monika is a great photographer and wonderful person! She is so sweet and great with communication! She did an amazing job working with a groom who absolutely hates pictures.
Vendor response 11/22/2022
Hello Erica, thank you so much for your kind words! I loved working on your intimate brewe...
ry wedding! What a great day!!!
Emma W
5.0
6/22/2022
Monika was so amazing to work with.
We did both our engagement shoot and wedding photos with her; our engagement session was was freezing cold (30’s and windy!) , but she did a great job keeping our spirits up even though neither of us are super comfortable in front of the camera, and our photos turned out beautifully!
She was so helpful with planning our shot list and timeline for the day, offering suggestions on timing to make the day run smoother. Her attention to detail was so appreciated, and both Monika and her second photographer Ryan were great at putting both us and our wedding party at ease for portraits and group shots!
We had sneak peak wedding pictures the next night, and can’t wait to see the rest! We’re a couple hours drive from her, but will absolutely be using Monika for any future photo sessions!
Vendor response 06/22/2022
Hello Emma and Cody! Thank you so much for taking the time and writing this. I really appr...
eciate you! It was so much fun to work with you - both for your winter wonderland engagement session and your awesome wedding!!! I hope to see you soon!!!
Julie B
5.0
2/28/2022
Monika was amazing to work with! She was so fun and creative which made posing easy for an inexperienced couple. Her photos tell a beautiful story about our wedding day and she captured every important moment to me and my husband. Would recommend!!
Vendor response 03/01/2022
Dear Julie and Ty, I absolutely loved your wedding!!! Especially your first look and your ...
ceremony was so memorable! Thank you for trusting me and letting me part of it!
Maddie V
5.0
2/21/2022
Monika was great to work with! The photos turned out amazing, we couldn't have asked for more beautiful photos. They were truly stunning. She is someone will keep going back to for future photos!
Vendor response 02/21/2022
Maddie, thank you so much! I had so much fun at your beautiful wedding!
Jennifer S
5.0
11/23/2021
Monika is the best of the best without a doubt!! She is so personable and has an amazing sense of humor. A photo session with Monika is so much fun and I guarantee you she can get the biggest most natural smiles out of even the toughest to photograph. She has an eye for amazing photos. My daughter wanted some photos in a flower field. We were in the city with no fields in sight but Monika spotted a flower bed. She laid on the ground and took the photos from an angle that made it look like we were in the most beautiful flower field in the middle of the city. The photos turned out STUNNING!!! I highly recommend Monika to all of my friends and will most certainly be calling her for all of our families needs.
Vendor response 11/23/2021
Jennifer, thank you so much for your kind words!! Working with you guys was so much fun!
Nicole M
5.0
10/20/2021
Monika was a joy to work with. We booked her for our wedding pre-pandemic and she was so patient and was very easy to communicate with throughout the whole thing! We ended up having to push our date back a year and she was so easy to work with helping us navigate such an unexpected experience for everyone! The day of the wedding, she and her second shooter were both extremely professional. She gives wonderful direction and is very good with big group shots! I loved the timeline she helped me create and even with the timeline being completely off the day of - she rolled with it and got all the important pictures. She provided us with SO many pictures!!! I love them all, I have no idea how I'm going to be able to choose which ones to print out! Also - if you have a funny mishap (like my husband doing a dance to start the reception and completely splitting his pants - she will most likely capture it! It is one of my favorite pictures, ha!) Just goes to show how attentive she is. I will definitely be using her in the future for any family photos, etc. If you're looking for a competent, kind, funny, professional, outgoing photographer - Monika is your girl!
Vendor response 10/21/2021
Oh my, Nicole, you are so incredibly kind! I knew from the beginning that I will love work...
ing with you, what I didn't know how amazingly fun your big day will be. All the wonderful people that surrounded you made it that much better and you guys were just joy to work with! I will have many fond memories from that day (and yes, the split pants will be one of them:)! Thank you for being so sweet and writing this review, I really appreciate you!
Lisa R
5.0
9/25/2021
It was wonderful working with Monika. We were able to book her with only a few months notice, due to a cancellation. She was also able to fit us in for an engagement session. Monika really works to understand what you are looking for in your photos. She has a true understanding of time frames, and helps to keep you on schedule. Our photos are beautiful, and numerous!
Vendor response 09/26/2021
Hello Lisa and Eric! Your wedding was such a joy to photograph! Thank you for trusting me ...
and for all your kind words!
I am especially glad and grateful that we were able to capture the memories with your loved ones that are no longer with us.
Zach R
5.0
9/20/2021
Monika is the whole package. She is a joy to work with, and the quality of her work is amazing. We absolutely love all the photos! She was easy to communicate with, easy to schedule with, and we highly recommend her for all of your photography needs!
Kelsey E
5.0
9/10/2021
Photography was one of our top priorities for our wedding, and we were so lucky to have found Monika! I knew she was the one after reading her website bio “if you like ‘dark, moody’ or ‘light, airy’ I am NOT your girl.” I can’t stress how important it is to look at a photographer’s work and make sure it aligns with what you love. Her use of vibrant color and lighting techniques absolutely made our photos stand out. She took the time to get to know us as a couple, and was flexible after our original venue cancelled. Her connections in the wedding industry are amazing and she helped us with an officiant, flowers, and hair and makeup. But what really sets Monika a part is her personality. She had us laughing throughout our engagement and wedding pictures. I remember during our engagement shoot looking back at her as she was laying in a bush to get the perfect shot. Not only is she a hard worker, but she will make you laugh in the process! The day of the wedding, she kept me calm even with torrential downpours. You wouldn’t even know it rained that day when looking at the pictures. Choosing Monika was the best decision we could have made for our wedding. We had so much fun working with her, and have her beautiful work to remember our special day!
Vendor response 09/11/2021
Kelsey, it was absolute honor to photograph your sweet, romantic and intimate wedding! You...
were a dream to work with and I am so glad that everything worked out just like it supposed to!!!
Laura K
5.0
7/19/2021
Monika was amazing! My husband and I had a COVID wedding and had to reschedule three separate times due to the pandemic. Monika was very helpful, flexible, and extremely understanding about the entire situation. Not to mention how amazing she was the day of our event. My bridal party was very difficult to work with but Monika did an amazing job reigning them in and keeping them focused. And when they were too focused on the bar to take photos, she was incredibly patient and resourceful. I cannot recommend her enough. She hasn’t finished editing all of our photos yet - but I can tell you by the sneak peaks I’ve seen, they’re going to look amazing! I’m so happy I found her and I recommend her 1000%.
Vendor response 07/20/2021
Oh my goodness, Laura, you are so sweet!!! Your wedding party was so much fun and trust me...
, they were not being that difficult:)! Wedding day is time to celebrate and so for that reason I try to be flexible and understanding. We got some amazing images that I can't wait to share with you!!!!
Chrissie M
5.0
7/18/2021
Monika was the best photographer we could have asked for! Her attention to detail is amazing and she and her second shooter, Jesse, captured so many wonderful moments! Monika is so easy to work with and has a fantastic attitude, she made our big day that much better!
Vendor response 07/18/2021
Hello Chrissie, you are so sweet! We both enjoyed photographing your beautiful and fun wed...
ding!!!
Christina H
5.0
1/08/2021
OMG! Monika is wonderful! We got married at a bed & breakfast and the photographer was arranged as part of the package. I could not have picked a better photographer myself! She is very talented and takes her time to get the best shot! I don't ever get professional pics done and she was so easy to work with and made us feel comfortable! She made sure to get plenty of pics of both myself and the groom, not only together, but separately alone by ourselves...I have so many wonderful pictures to choose from - its hard to pick my favorite!!
Symone K
5.0
12/24/2020
I am in awe of the pictures that Monika took for our wedding. she had such an fun energy and it made it really easy to get everyone’s personalities to show through the photos. She had great communication and also had a SUPER quick turnaround time which was unexpected during holiday time but is always appreciated!
Vendor response 12/28/2020
Hello Symone, thank you so much! You had a great wedding! Congratulations to you both!
LISA G
5.0
12/24/2020
Monika was definitely the best photographer that I have ever worked with for any reason. There were so many things that I adored about her... Where do I begin? Her love for her profession is obvious, and working with her was a dream come true. I am not one that actually likes my picture taken under normal circumstances; I have always felt awkward and out of place in every regard, but not with her for some reason. Her smiles were contagious, her coaching was easily understood, her demeaner was soothing and best of all... her final product was outstanding. (I don't think I've ever liked so many photos from a single session before.) Would I recommend her to others? ABSOLUTELY!
Thank you Monika for being such a blessing to our family, All of our love to you and yours this holiday season.
Sincerely
Lisa & Ray
Vendor response 12/28/2020
Hello Lisa, thank you so much for your kind words. I wish you both years of love and happi...
ness!
Stacy M
5.0
11/08/2020
We loved working with Monika!! She is fun and very easy to work with. She has an artistic eye for detail and light that really shows in all of her photographs. She also has a way with people so that everyone is relaxed and enjoys the process. We would highly recommend her and her expertise for your special day!!
Vendor response 11/08/2020
Thank you, Stacy, you are so sweet!
Kristen S
5.0
11/06/2020
I will never use another photographer now that I have found Monika! She has such an amazing talent at capturing the emotions and creating breathtaking images! She made everyone comfortable and was able to get everyone out of their shell. I highly recommend Monika to anyone looking for timeless photos, she will not disappoint!
Vendor response 11/06/2020
Awww, I am speechless. Thank you!!!!!
Michele W
5.0
11/01/2020
What can I say other than you are ‘outstanding’ having you capture moments that we will look back on and treasure forever, is SO incredibly special. Monika did a photo shoot that ended up becoming my engagement shoot! She did a lot of leg work to make this happen. During the photos she had us laughing and smiling the entire time! We went home that night with sore cheeks. Monika went above and beyond for our photos which even ended up with her getting a little dirty I order to capture it. She has an incredible vision for art and her photos portray it. I would recommend Monika to anyone who needs photos.
Vendor response 11/01/2020
Dear Michele and Adam, I am so happy for you two! You are amazing couple and it was so fun...
to be part of this special surprise engagement session!
Kristyn M
5.0
10/26/2020
Monika was great to work with and her use of color in her pictures make them so beautiful.
Vendor response 10/26/2020
Hello Kristyn! Your wedding was so fun and your color scheme was on point! Plus the vineya...
rd as a backdrop and we got some wow images!
Delta M
5.0
10/26/2020
Don’t even hesitate with booking Monika, she is truly a gift behind her camera. She goes above what’s expected to get incredible pictures. Her pictures are breathtaking, I find myself staring at them often. Not only will your pictures be amazing, but she is so kind and an absolute breeze to work with! Her kindness never made her feel like a stranger but rather an extension of our family. Simply the best! 💗
Vendor response 10/26/2020
Delta, you are so kind! I love working with you and your family! Thank you for your sweet ...
words!
Morgan R
5.0
10/19/2020
I had a wonderful time working with Monika. She was recommended by the venue as she had photographed a wedding there before. We hired her rather close to the wedding and she was able to work with everything we brought. She was such a help when planning for the wedding to make sure we had time for all the shots we wanted and the time frame photos would actually take. She was always easily reachable whenever we had questions and believe me, we had plenty. Then, throughout the wedding, it felt like her and her second shooter were everywhere at once to capture all that happened. I can't wait to see how the photos turn out.
Lois S
5.0
8/10/2020
Oh my..... There is not enough words to describe how wonderful and talented Monika is! My husband and I eloped at a B&B not fully knowing the details that were arranged for us. Which was fine, it’s all a part of the adventure. I’ll be honest, I was a little nervous about the hired photographer since my husband isn’t a photogenic person and I didn’t know whom was hired. But when Monika showed up, it was a huge blessing! That day was the first time meeting her and not only was she SO much fun, informative, and easy going, she was also super communicative after the elopement. Always emailing me back in a timely manner with any questions I had. She is an absolute dream photographer that brides and couples pray they receive when booking. Monika goes above and beyond your expectations with capturing the moment, to the edits and her customer service. Future customers will not be disappointed with Monika Anderson Photography! I will definitely be using her for future sessions!
Ben A
5.0
7/13/2020
Monika was hired as part of our wedding package arrangement with Kingsley House B&B in Fennville (which you should also check out!)
Monika was cheerful and fun and captured our small, personal wedding perfectly. She took our suggestions and also maximized the photo variety in our fairly small venue. Photo turnaround time was also excellent!
Vendor response 07/14/2020
Ben, it was so much fun to photograph your intimate ceremony. Thank you for letting me be ...
a part of it! You guys are adorable and just perfect for each other! And I even loved your little Polaroid camera you brought along to use! Wishing love and happiness to you both!
Peggy V
5.0
7/12/2020
Monika was the photographer for a wedding recently here at Inisfree Farm Event Venue. After seeing the photo gallery of the wedding, I understand why Mike and Shanna hired Monika as their photographer. Not only is Monika extremely personal and professional, but her photos are incredible. The lighting, dimension and capturing the right moments in her work is exceptional. Mike and Shanna are returning for their original wedding next summer and have rehired Monika to be their photographer for the "Big" celebration. What a compliment!
Vendor response 07/14/2020
Dear Peggy, your venue is absolutely outstanding! I haven't seen a place like this. The pr...
operty is just so beautiful and any couple would be lucky to have their wedding there! Thank you for your kind words, I can't wait to work with you again!!!
Shanna H
5.0
6/21/2020
Monika was the photographer for our wedding. From our first conversation, she was thorough and professional. She always had a quick response and was easy to work with.
Our engagement session was laid back and fun and she did a phenomenal job. Everyone loved the photos, including us! She has a good eye and sense for what will make a good shot. She takes the time to instruct and is very particular about what she wants.
Our wedding plans changed due to Covid, and she was very willing to switch plans and dates for us. She was truly a pleasure to work with and has a lot of talent. We'll definitely use her in our future!
Vendor response 06/29/2020
Awww, girl, thanks a lot! You two are perfect couple and I wish you lot of love and happin...
ess for years to come! It was absolute pleasure to work with you and your family!
Chuck P
5.0
6/12/2020
I want to be very clear. Monika is the best photographer I’ve ever met. It’s not just her eye, or her bedside manner, it’s her absolute drive to do great work. Monika has enthusiasm for photography which is quite infectious. My guests have often commented on the ease with which she moves through a session. Then the photos she provides the wedded couple are quite phenomenal. May I suggest you hire Monika for your next wedding or event. It will be the wisest decision you will make this year!
Diane G
5.0
5/22/2020
Words cannot describe how impressed I was with Monika's photographic skills and the passion she displays. My fiancé and I had a very intimate wedding with just the two of us at a B&B. The proprietor of the B&B arranged everything so we really didn't know what to expect. Monika surpassed anything we could have imagined. Though it was just the two of us Monika spent several hours capturing every moment and more of our special day all the while thinking of creative ideas for our pictures. My daughter was recently married and I wish I would have known about Monika Anderson Photography. I believe we ended up with more pictures that were much more unique than my daughter got from a very large wedding ceremony. I just cant say enough about the excitement Monika displays as she performs her job. She was nine months pregnant at the time and was hopping on chairs and such to make sure she got just the right shot. Thank you Monika for all that you did to make our day special. You will always be part of the day's memory that we cherish!
Vendor response 05/22/2020
Hello Diane, your wedding was very intimate and sweet and it was absolute pleasure to work...
with you two! Congratulations again!
Megan V
5.0
11/27/2019
I am so pleased with Monika’s work! She is fantastic to work with, and she helped keep me calm and on schedule throughout our wedding. Her work is brilliant and I HIGHLY recommended her!
Vendor response 11/27/2019
Megan and Rick, your wedding was so lovely, full of sweet moments that we will definitely ...
remember and of course fun! Thank you for having us and thank you for your kind words!!
Tim K
5.0
11/19/2019
Monika is very detail oriented and extremely organized. She made sure to capture every part of our wedding day with beautiful images. She absolutely knows how to capture perfect moments and thanks to her we will be able to cherish our special day forever!
Vendor response 11/19/2019
Hello Tim and Amanda, thank you for your kind words about my work. Your wedding was super ...
fun and we really enjoyed working with you two and your families!
Lauren W
5.0
10/18/2019
Monika and Ryan were both excellent to work with from beginning to end. Neither me nor my husband are a huge fan of taking photos, but the enthusiasm and experience that was so evident in both of them drew us in from the start. The engagement shoot went well and Monika did a wonderful job coaching us into a lot of great looking photos. On the day of the wedding our guests were consistently impressed with the speed, energy, and skill that was displayed.
Monika also had a great in-depth planning process that made us feel very comfortable with exactly what she'd be taking photos of and helped a lot in developing the timeline for our wedding day.
Would recommend to anyone!
Vendor response 10/21/2019
Dear Lauren and Patrick, your wedding was so beautiful and fun to photograph! Thank you fo...
r trusting us to be a part of it. We wish you lifetime of love and happiness!
Katrina B
5.0
10/17/2019
Monika and her husband Ryan were amazing! They did so well at capturing my wedding day and the photos are phenomenal! I could not have asked for better pictures or better photographers.
Vendor response 10/17/2019
Dear Katrina and Jeremy, thank you so much for trusting us with your wedding photography....
Your day was unique and special in so many ways and we loved being part of it!M+R
Michaela W
5.0
10/08/2019
I would recommend Monika to anyone looking for a wedding photographer. She kept our day perfectly on schedule and allowed us to get every last photo that we wanted. Our wedding party was well... let’s just say they were ready to party by the time the ceremony was over. But Monika was able to reel everyone in and kept her cool the whole time. Her husband was an amazing second shooter and was SO attentive to Monika the entire time. We’ve seen a handful of our pictures so far and I couldn’t be happier. She truly captured the essence of our day and the love between us.
Vendor response 10/08/2019
Oh my goodness, Michaela, I can't thank you enough! We absolutely loved being part of your...
wedding day and can't wait to deliver your full gallery soon, cause we got sooooo many beautiful images!
Shelby B
5.0
9/15/2019
This is the ONLY photographer you should not only consider but hire to do your photography. Specifically engagement/wedding! My now husband and I made the best decision of our wedding day by choosing Monika and her husband Ryan to do our wedding photography. They both truly go above and beyond all measure to ensure that you have the MOST beautiful photos and the end of your special day. Between rallying kids, and the wedding party, they come prepared with a print out of your specific photos and move right down the line. They kept everyone on task and within time. The coordinated with the DJ and catering services to ensure everything went off without a hitch. It would be a mistake to ever consider using any other photographer. If you want someone who will go ABOVE AND BEYOND while creating friendships, ensuring beautiful photos by directing you with poses even if you’ve never had a photo shoot done before Monika and Ryan are your people! Thank you guys so much for the most beautiful day of our lives!
Lauren M
5.0
9/04/2019
Monika and Ryan are amazing! They are so kind, patient, fun, quick on their feet/able to be flexible with no warning, and so extremely talented! So many of our friends and family have asked about our photographer and have had so many nice things to say about Monika and Ryan! I think it says a lot about them that they not only made a lasting impression on us, who were with them most of the day, but also our friends and family who spent much less time with them. Monika is so creative and walked us through various poses throughout the day. There was so much going on all day but Monika's frequent reminders to stand this way or tilt your head, etc. were extremely helpful! The sneak peak photos that Monika sent the day after our wedding are so beautiful! We could not be happier and absolutely recommend Monika and Ryan to anyone in need of a photographer!
Courtney H
5.0
8/22/2019
When I say that Monika is the most amazing photographer, I mean it 110%. She was able to capture us in our true element even when we were being goofy. She and her husband, Ryan, made it so easy and made us feel so comfortable. We didn't feel like we were posing in front of a camera but just being ourselves or talking with friends (even though those friends were holding cameras).
Her work is so incredibly beautiful. Her use of natural light makes all the difference! It brings so much warmth and beauty to her work. The poses she has you in don't look or feel forced. My now husband and I looked so natural and so comfortable and felt as so.
Monika and Ryan we so kinda, helpful and made sure that my husband and I enjoyed the entire wedding planning process and the actual day.
If you want absolutely stunning wedding photos, THIS IS YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER!
Vendor response 08/22/2019
Oh dear Courtney, I already told you that you made me cry and I am just holding it now! LO...
L! Your wedding was incredible and we enjoyed being a part of it! We definitely got some beautiful images and there is many more to come! Wishing you all the best and thank you for your kind words! You are the best!
Dani S
5.0
7/30/2019
Monika was a sweet lady to work with, and her experience shows! We had some rain on our wedding day, and she (and her wonderful second shooter) literally waded through mud for us. Even when emotions ran high, she was patient and professional and captured so many beautiful moments. Glad she was on our wedding team!
Vendor response 07/30/2019
Dani, I love love love working with you, Josh and your family and friends! You had such a ...
lovely wedding day full of sweet memories! Well, and those muddy shoes just got washed in washing machine:)! No biggie!
Brianna M
5.0
7/23/2019
I don't even know where to begin with all of the positive things I can say about Monika. She did our engagement and wedding photos. She is such an expert at her craft, and she will do whatever it takes to get the perfect picture. Our engagement photos were done on a 40 degree rainy day in April, but she made it look like a beautiful sunny, summer day! The photos were outstanding! My now husband is not always the most cooperative, and he is not a fan of taking pictures, but Monika knew exactly how to get him smiling and he is now her biggest fan. The weather did not cooperate at our wedding either. With 90 degree temps, rain, and a broken AC, Monika pursued and captured the most beautiful photos. You do have to be patient with her when she is setting up her lighting. It takes a few minutes, but it is worth the wait. She wants to ensure that your photos turn out amazing! I would highly recommend Monika for any event!
Vendor response 07/23/2019
Bri!! OMG! This is so sweet and I am just bawling my eyes out right now! I admit, we've go...
t such a challenging conditions for both your engagement session and your wedding day, no doubt! But you guys trusted me, my craft and my judgment and I can't thank you enough! It was 200% worthy! Your images are so beautiful and will be among one of my all time favorites for sure!!! Wishing you all the love and happiness and I hope I will get a chance to work with you again!
Erica R
5.0
2/22/2019
I can't say enough good things about Monika and her husband. They were so great to work with. Monika is so talented and passionate about what she does, she did our engagement and wedding pictures and we couldn't be happier with them. We live in Chicago, but got married in Berrien Springs, MI. We wanted to do our engagement pictures in Chicago, so Monika and her husband drove out and spent the day in Chicago doing our engagement pictures for no extra charge! She also sent us an ornament for our first Christmas which was a nice personal touch which we appreciated. We'll definitely be using her services in the future and are so glad we found her.
Vendor response 02/22/2019
Dear Erica, the day we spend with you and Kevin in Chicago was absolutely fabulous! We had...
so much fun while getting all the gorgeous images! You two are the cutest couple and we couldn't be happier for you two. Your wedding ceremony was so sweet and the party afterwords will go down in history, especially cause of your special first dance!!! Wishing you all the best and we can't wait to (hopefully) work with you two again sometime in future:)!
Grace W
5.0
11/08/2018
Monika was absolutely wonderful! Not only are her photographs the most stunning, crisp, and clear but they capture all of the energy and emotions of our favorite day. She has brought so much joy into our lives through her photographs and fun-loving personality. You will be lucky to have Monika photograph for you!
Vendor response 11/08/2018
Grace and Brad, your wedding day was hands down one of the most fun I had a pleasure to do...
cument! Filled with SO much love, laughter and sweet little moments! All of that definitely reflects in the photographs and I love them as much as you do!!!
Emily Q
5.0
10/30/2018
Monika and her husband were absolutely the best. Our engagement photos turned out better than I could have hoped. My husband actually enjoyed the experience and he hates getting his picture taken! I cannot wait to see how our wedding picture turn out. Monika’s patience and easy personality made the whole experience fun. I could not have asked for someone better. When we had a family illness, she was willing to work with us to reschedule and went above and beyond what I could have asked for her. I would recommend her to anyone and for any reason! We’ll be using her for all future occasions!
Vendor response 10/30/2018
Dear Emily, I love you two and it was so much fun to come to your family farm to do the en...
gagement pictures. And your wedding was so much fun too! I can't wait to show you the rest of the gallery! And yes, please call me for next photo session, cause I can't wait to see you again!!
Molly K
5.0
10/30/2018
Monika was wonderful to work with ! She was very professional and kept everyone on task during our wedding day. We had a bit of a non-traditional wedding on a Friday with just our immediate family. We started at my Grandma's farmhouse, went downtown GR for dinner, and then finished with a sunset ceremony in Grand Haven on the beach. Monika took such amazing pictures at all of the different venues. Someone told us one of our sunset pictures should be the cover of a romance novel! That's how beautiful her pictures turned out. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding photographer. We will definitely be using her services again for family photos down the road. Thanks so much Monika!
Vendor response 10/30/2018
Molly!!! Omg, I don't even know where to start! First of all thank you for trusting us and...
letting us be part of your special day. You gave me the time and freedom, that is so important, especially for a wedding photographer, so I could give you so many beautiful images!
Shelby B
5.0
10/17/2018
Monika has just been absolutely wonderful from when I began searching for Engagement/Wedding Photographers until booking and locking in our date. She truly went above and beyond including with her patience and going out of her way to make times to chat and do our engagement photo shoot with my crazy retail work schedule. Now when it comes to our engagement photo shoot she even went above and beyond that. I'm sure the shoot went well past the time she planning on because she wanted to ensure that we had some amazing shots. Neither my fiance or I have ever done any form on photo shoot before and she was sure to make us feel comfortable and get some amazing poses by telling us the tiniest movements to make the photos beautiful.
Monika is one of the funniest and kindest people I have ever met and photography is not just her job, she truly takes the time and effort to make her clients not just clients but friends.
We just received our engagement photos and they are beyond what I could have ever imagined they are simply breath taking and we cannot wait to have her by our side at our Wedding.
If you are looking for a photographer that is going to go above and beyond Monika is your woman.
Vendor response 10/17/2018
Oh Shelby, I don't even know where to start! I absolutely loved photographing you and Rya...
n for you engagement session! I loved how easy you were and your love that you have for each other just radiates from you guys! That made my job easier:)! I definitely want to deliver the best and I don't mind to stretch the time if I know we can get some gorgeous photos in cool light and locations. And hanging out afterwards was just a cherry on the top. Can't wait to photographing your big day!
Stephanie G
5.0
10/15/2018
Monika was on time and stayed a long time. She’s very artist in her pictures and we received a wide variety of pictures. We were happy with how our special day was captured!
Teryn H
5.0
10/06/2018
Monika and her husband are the nicest people in this planet. I really didn’t know what I wanted but Monika experience did. My husband and our families aren’t pictures people but me on the other hand I love to capture the moment and memories cause when time pasts is but our memory isn’t good enough. But a picture will forever tell the story. I’m from Kentucky and I had never met Monika before but I had done months of research on the web and different sites and came around her on Instagram and I knew instantly I wanted her to Capture my fairytale wedding.. I can’t tell you how pleased I am with my wedding photos and the amount of detail her and her husband did for us.... I’m still breath taking when I see our photos
Vendor response 10/07/2018
Teryn, thank you. Me and my husband lived to work on your fairytale wedding! Thank you for...
finding me and trusting me to capture your big day!
Shari D
5.0
10/02/2018
Monika took by daughter Jordan's senior pictures in July. I could not be happier with the experience. From the moment we met her, she put Jordan at ease. She asked a lot of questions about what kind of pictures she wanted, and really listened to her.
Monika took a lot of time setting up each shot, making every one of them beautiful. She was so up beat and positive the entire night, making the experience so much fun.
The finished product absolutely exceeded my expectations. I am amazed at the works of art she created for my daughter.
I am so thankful we found this wonderful photographer. I highly recommend her for any event.
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Shari, I can't thank you enough for your kind words. I truly love my job and working with...
my clients and I am so glad that it shows in my work style and finished product as well! Jordan was so much fun to work with and I am hoping I will have a chance to work with you family again sometime!
Jennifer J
5.0
10/01/2018
Awesome photographer! Provided great consumer service.
Vendor response 10/01/2018
Thank you Jennifer! It was fun to work with you at April's and Brandon's wedding day!
Rebecca S
5.0
10/01/2018
We cannot say thank you enough to Monika for the beautiful moments she captured on our wedding day! She is amazing and her work is jaw dropping! The sneak peaks are already having everyone going crazy over them! She is very fun to work with and easy! We are so greatful for her and thankful we could have her on our special day! Thank you again Monika, also big thanks to her husband too, he was a great help as well! Thanks again! much love
Adam & Rebecca Timmers
Vendor response 10/01/2018
Rebecca and Adam, I absolutely loved working with you two on your engagement session and w...
edding day! Your day was full of love (everywhere), laughter and cute little moments. Especially the dance between the twinkle lights :)! And seeing your little family together almost made me cry! So happy for you and can't wait to deliver more gorgeous images to you!!!
Hannah M
5.0
10/01/2018
Monica and her husband were amazing to work with. They captured so many amazing moments, posed and candid! I would highly recommend using them for weddings, senior pictures, candid photo shoots, maternity and engagements! She is amazing!! Very professional! I could not be more happy with her work!
Vendor response 10/01/2018
Hello Hannah! Thank you so much for your kind words! I absolutely LOVE my job and I am gla...
d, that my clients enjoy their images for years to come! It was a pleasure to work with you and your family and friends!!
Trisha B