WELCOME lovers

A Northern Michigan wedding photographer for those who want to remember how it felt.

studio schickel

our approach

BLENDING OUR ARTISTIC DIRECTION with your chemistry
TO CREATE SOMETHING THAT FEELS REAL.

Because we utilize other formats like video and film, we don't rely on the same five stiff poses. We encourage you to engage with each other and your surroundings, keeping you in motion and in the moment. 

We act as your anchors, grounding you in the present moment.

Our priority isn’t chasing trends; it’s preserving your presence. We believe the best photos happen when you’re fully immersed in the joy of the moment. We’re here to help you stay grounded, capturing the magic that unfolds naturally when you stop posing and start feeling.

you can trust that your memories are safe, preserved in a collection of timeless photographs that will transport you back to the summit of your love, again and again.

IF You'RE LOOKING FOR:

Images that tell the story of your day.


Intimate and Emotion-rich photos without forced poses



A Storyteller who blends documentary with editorial styling.



An artist who prioritizes good light, mindfulness, and being creative with film. 





YOU’RE in the RIGHT PLACE

— You’re in the right place. 

Rick was such a great addition to our wedding crew! 

 From day one, he was so helpful and genuinely excited to be a part of my big day.

— megan and phil, past clients

Big bash or intimate escape. film or digital. we've got you covered.

COLLECTION HIGHLIGHTS

Film + Digital

Elopements

Weddings

Micro-Weddings

Destination

Film & Digital photography
drone photography
timeline assistance
24-hour sneak peek
Curated Digital Gallery
Starting at 2800

Studio Schickel
Photography
Packages Include

01

6 HOUR 


includes:
2 Rolls of Film
1 Documenter


The best option for Elopements or Micro Weddings!

02

8 HOUR 


includes:
3 Rolls of Film
2 Documenters

Our Most Popular!

03

10 HOUR 


includes:
4 Rolls of Film
2 Documenters


For the couples who want to remember their entire day.

04

THE WEEKEND

Let's stop making weekend coverage complicated!

You deserve to document the best weekend of your life! 

Coverage includes 
1st Day: 2pm until 10pm
2nd Day: Noon until 10pm 

ways to work

TOGETHER

We encourage you to visit our Hybrid page if you are looking for an all-in-one wedding storytelling experience. 

Videography

Photography

Hybrid

Additional Offerings:

A La Carte #1
Content Creation
100 p hour

We only work with Studio Schickel Content Creators. This is because we are offering a fine-tuned product, and the wrong person can cause a lot of trouble.  Let us bring a trusted friend and vetted professional. 

A La Carte #2
dedicated film artist
200 p hour

While we bring film cameras to every wedding, with our Hybrid packages, film comes second to Digital because your day only happens once. Add a dedicated Film artist with unlimited film to your package to ensure crucial moments are on Digital and Film. 

A La Carte #3
portrait booth
300 p hour

Let us elevate your Reception and your friends' profile pictures with our Studio Style Photo Booth. We bring along a Portrait photographer who spends the evening taking professional portraits of all your guests!

Answering a few questions allows us to start a conversation and ensure we have your date available! 

schedule a discovery call

This is a laid back coversation, just to get to know each other. I listen, you share. I want to learn about what lights you up, and what's most important to you both.

Custom Proposal

After our Discovery call,  we'll know which package is right for you. If your event falls outside of our packages, then we will craft a custom proposal and review it together.

Deliverables 

A sneak peak gallery will be sent to you next day for instant sharing! Digital assets are returned within 30 days. Film has a window of 90 days dependent on the labs turn around times.

engagement session

Between the retainer and the wedding day, we offer a lot. We will share all of our client help guides throughout that time. If added on, we will also schedule a relaxed, unique-to-you engagement session. That way, those invitations go out in style.

your wedding day

Yay! Finally! We spend the day together celebrating your love and creating photographic magic throughout the entire process.

HOW IT WORKS

KIND WORDS

"These pictures turned out flawless and I couldn’t be happier we chose him as our photographer!"

"I’ve already received so many compliments on how well they represent me"

— megan and phil,
past wedding clients

— cristina and richard,
past Destination elopement clients

Frequently asked questions

how would you describe your style?

Simply put, a Documentary style with subtle prompting. Our Prompts are focused on deepening the connection in the moment.  We love natural light and having fun over everything!

Do we have to pay extra for film?

Nope!!
We love shooting film, and you likely chose us for our film use! All of our packages include film photography! 

What is the gallery delivery time?

All wedding photography couples receive a Sneak Peek within 24 hours, and the full Gallery is delivered within 30 days! 

Do you offer all weekend coverage?

Yes! Weekend coverage is becoming popular! To meet this demand, we created a weekend-specific package. Please fill out the inquiry form so we can chat more!

Do you offer engagement portraits?

Yes! Engagement Shoots can be added on to any Photography Package for just $250! We keep the price low because we LOVE meeting our wedding couples before the Big Day!

What makes you different?

We are creatives first and business owners second. We care about the product we return and the connections made along the way. Being a videographer and photographer positions us to serve you better than any standalone service provider. 

Lets Connect!

submit the inquiry form below to start a conversation

“ We had never had professional photos done before and Rick made it SO easy.”

— ashley + Tyler, past clients

“Honestly, Studio Schickel has a Gallery Wall in my home, we couldn't choose just one!”

— Jess + James, Past clients