Joyful Moments. Creative Portraits

Looking for the WOW and the AWW?

Creative portraits that stop you mid scroll and unscripted moments that are equal parts hilarious and heartfelt.

GAUPERphoto has been doing both across Michigan for nearly 20 years. All 5 star reviews on The Knot. Experience you can see in every photo.

We're a team of passionate thinkers and doers, dedicated to building with purpose and clarity. Collaboration and curiosity drive everything we do.
We believe in keeping things simple, smart, and human. Every project starts with listening and ends with something we're proud to share.
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Portfolio

You'll laugh. You'll cry. We'll be there for both.

Candid moments. Our favorite photos to take and our couples favorite photos to keep.

This is the heart of a wedding. The uncontrollable laughter, the soft moments, the look on everyone's face when they see the bride for the first time.

The grandparent who made it there no matter what. Sometimes these are the last photos families will ever have with them and we don't take that lightly.

Everyone who showed up that day showed up for you. We never lose sight of that.

We love our portrait work which has a candid vibe but true candid moments have always been at the heart of what we do.

The best moments don’t announce themselves. They just happen. Ad we’re already there.

Candid Portfolio

“Ryan isn't just a seasoned photographer, he has a great personality and while acting as a true professional, he has a way of making you feel so comfortable and natural despite the situation being anything but.”

— Ben K.

“Everyone I have shown them to says they are the best real wedding photos they have ever seen.”

— Hayley M.

“They took my vision even further than I thought capable and that is what separates them from the good photographers — they are GREAT.”

— Amber W.

“Ryan and Holly were so much fun, made our guests laugh and had so many super fun ideas.”

— Shelby C.

“I wanted to hire Ryan and Holly long before I was ever engaged. My fiance and I instantly felt comfortable with them, which allowed us to relax and truly be ourselves — which is evident in our pictures.”

— Brittany R.

What To Expect

We have shot in every venue, every lighting situation, every kind of weather Michigan can throw at us. We come prepared with the best gear and the experience to use it. Whatever the day brings, we are ready for it.

The energy we bring is relaxed, fun and genuine. Couples feel it immediately. So do their families, their wedding parties, their guests. At the end of the night the thing we hear most is how much fun the whole experience was.

1. Let's Talk

A quick Zoom call to get to know each other and talk about your wedding.
No pressure, just a real conversation to make sure we are the right fit.
2. Book Online

Simple contract, easy online payment. Done in minutes. You will also receive our preferred vendor list. Years of trusted relationships with the best vendors across Michigan, all in one place.
3. Three Months Before

We sit down together and help you build your day timeline from scratch 3 months prior to the big day. Thoughtful, detailed and designed so your day flows beautifully.
4. Everything After

After your wedding, previews arrive before your honeymoon ends. Your full gallery follows online for you and your guests to download and order prints.

We are GAUPERphoto.

Nearly 20 years of Michigan weddings, all 5 star reviews on The Knot, and a genuine love for the people we work with. We are not just here to do a job. We are here to be a part of your day.

Ryan

It has always been my goal to find something to love in everyone I meet.

To get past the small talk and connect with the real person. Weddings are the perfect place for that, everyone has their guard down, everyone is full of love, and the moments that happen in that space are unlike anything else.

My work is soft, timeless and full of those real human moments.

Team Leader of emails and dry humor

Holly

People ask me at weddings how I have so much energy. I tell them I save it all week for this.

I lead with enthusiasm and I work hard at everything I do. Not just the technical side but the experience you have matters just as much to me as the photos we make together.

I love portraits. I love movement. My favorite thing to shoot is a twirling dress. It is fun to do, fun to look at, and it makes people forget to be self conscious. That is the sweet spot I am always chasing.

Manager of laughs and twirling

Kids, cats, and nearly 20 years of weddings.

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Intern specializing in enthusiasm

Grace

After 9 years of development and training, Grace has officially joined the team. She is learning to shoot, assists at jobs and will begin editing training this summer. Enthusiasm and creativity are her specialties.

She loves being outside, art, the beach, taking care of her little sister and being of service to others.

She is naturally attentive, loves being around people and is completely fascinated by weddings, dresses and love. Honestly the perfect qualities for the job.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our wedding packages start at $3,995 and include eight hours of coverage, fully edited high resolution images and an online gallery where you and your guests can download and order prints. Most couples invest around $5,000. Reach out and we can talk through what works best for your day.

We are also offering custom shorter coverage packages for select non-Saturday dates in 2026, so if your budget is more limited it is always worth reaching out.
You would not believe how often we hear this and how often those same couples end up absolutely obsessed with their photos. Making people feel comfortable in front of a camera is one of the things we are most proud of. We give gentle direction so you never feel lost, we keep things fun and moving so there is no awkward dead time, and we have a way of making people forget there is a camera pointed at them at all. Some of our favorite photos have come from couples who swore they were the most unphotogenic people alive. You are in good hands!
Easy. Just reach out through our contact page and tell us a little about your wedding date and venue. We will get back to you quickly to chat about your day, whether that is over Zoom, email or whatever works best for you. If you are already ready to book, everything can be done completely online.