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Belle Isle Engagement // Alyssa & James

Belle Isle engagement sessions always have a special kind of magic. This island park in Detroit is surrounded by the Detroit River, offering incredible skyline views and peaceful nature all in one place. It’s one of those rare spots where the city’s energy meets the calm of open green spaces, making it a dream location for engagement photography. We love photographing couples here because every corner tells a different story. From its gardens and bridges to the water views, Belle Isle gives us endless ways to capture natural, heartfelt moments that feel both relaxed and full of life.

Alyssa and James are the kind of couple that makes photographing love easy. They met officially at work, though their paths had crossed many times before. It turned out they grew up in the same area, went to the same school, and shared countless mutual friends. Their story really began when Alyssa asked James out for a beer, and from there, everything clicked. They share so many passions like heavy metal music, art, archery, and caring for plants and animals. Both are creative souls who love making things with their hands, which brought a fun, artistic energy to their outdoor engagement session.

We always enjoy photographing couples like Alyssa and James because their connection feels real and effortless. As professional engagement photographers, we try to capture that same authenticity in every frame. Whether it’s a laugh, a quiet look, or a moment in the breeze, these little details turn a session into something memorable. Detroit’s Belle Isle gives us the perfect setting for that balance of romance and personality. The soft light, open spaces, and natural scenery create an atmosphere that makes every session look timeless. For us, engagement photography is not just about images; it’s about preserving emotions in a way that feels true to who the couple is.

We offer a variety of engagement photography packages designed to fit each couple’s style and vision. Our goal is always to make the experience fun, relaxed, and meaningful. Whether couples prefer something elegant or casual, we bring creativity and care to every shoot. At Original Weddings, we’re proud to work with couples across Detroit and throughout Michigan. We focus on creating beautiful, storytelling images that last a lifetime. If you’d like to learn more about our work, make sure to check out our reviews to see what other couples have said about their experience with us.

Original Weddings is a team of Detroit wedding photographers and videographers. Please click here to learn more about our Detroit photography and videography services. This session was edited in our Rustic editing style. We offer three different photography editing styles: Timeless, Airy and Rustic. Please click here to learn more about our photography styles. You pick the style you love for your photos.

Belle Isle Engagement Photos

Detroit Wedding Photographers

Original Weddings is proud to be part of the creative community of Detroit wedding photographers. Our team loves working in this city because it’s full of energy, art, and personality. Each couple we meet brings something new to our lenses, and that’s what inspires us most. Photographing engagements at Belle Isle in Detroit is always a highlight for us. It allows us to capture genuine emotions and natural light in a setting that feels both romantic and alive. We focus on engagement photography that tells a couple’s story in an honest, heartfelt way while keeping it fun and relaxed.

Our team of engagement photographers often travels beyond Detroit to nearby cities like Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Lansing to document love stories across Michigan. We’re experienced in capturing outdoor moments that feel effortless and beautiful. Whether it’s an intimate engagement session or a lively celebration, we approach each shoot with creativity and care. At Original Weddings, we love turning the excitement and emotion of every couple into timeless memories that reflect their personality and connection. Our goal is always to make each photograph feel real and full of life, no matter where the story unfolds.

Detroit Wedding Videographers

The team at Original Weddings brings the same passion to videography as we do to photography. We’ve worked with couples across Detroit and love filming engagement stories at Belle Isle in Detroit. Each session gives us a chance to tell a couple’s journey through moving visuals and authentic emotion. Our professional videographers also travel to places like Ann Arbor, Royal Oak, and Sterling Heights to create cinematic engagement videos. With every project, we aim to capture the laughter, warmth, and love that make each story unforgettable.