HELLO
I'm Raechel
I like to think of myself as more than just your photographer. I’m your guide, your calm in the chaos, and the one quietly preserving the moments you’ll want to remember forever. I know how overwhelming planning a wedding can feel, which is why I’m here to make the process as effortless as possible.
From helping with your timeline to offering gentle posing guidance that feels natural and never forced. Whether you’re camera-shy or envisioning effortless, editorial-style photos, I’ll make sure you feel comfortable, confident, and fully present.
With a blend of authenticity and elegance, I focus on capturing not just how your wedding looks, but how it feels so you can relive those fleeting moments for years to come.
photographer | wife | world traveler | dual citizen (EU + US)
ABOUT
Behind the Lens
Michigan and Destination Wedding Photographer capturing timeless, emotive stories across the U.S. and Europe.
the story of raechel marie photo
01
growing up in germany
I was born and raised in a small town in Germany called Gerolzhofen, and from the time I was six, I knew I wanted to be a photographer. I was always drawn to photographing life, making sure my future self would be able to look back at it all.
02
my first camera
My Opa gifted me my very first camera, and from that moment on, I was the kid taking photos of everything - family gatherings, flowers, vacations, the little everyday moments, the toys on my shelves, you name it, it was worth photographing.
03
Moving to the U.S.
At 17, I moved to the U.S., and no matter where I was (Germany, Georgia, Mississippi, or Michigan), photography remained my constant. Throughout school, I naturally became "the photographer" and I loved photographing my friends, school events, and everyday life.
04
officially in business
In 2015, I made it official. I started photographing weddings, families, seniors, everything driven by my love for storytelling and documenting life. Then in 2019, I decided to take RMP full time.
05
The photographer I became
After getting married myself in 2021, I realized how much I value a photographer who plans, communicates, and takes the guesswork away. I swore I'd be the kind of photographer who ensures her couples feel seen, understood, and taken care of.
06
Plans for the future
Photography has taken me on an incredible journey, and I'm always dreaming of what's next. I want to continue capturing love stories across the U.S. and Europe, creating timeless, emotional images for couples who value photography as much as I do.
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underrated
board games
vanilla latte
my current coffee order
where I was born
germany
coffee
obsessed with
never leave home without
my camera
traveling
what makes me happy
about you
Our clients are lovers of art and travel, with a taste for adventure and an eye for the beauty in every moment.
The kind who chase sunsets, collect memories like souvenirs, and believe photos are little time capsules of everything they never want to forget, lovers of travel, seekers of beauty, and always up for a little adventure.
Does this sound like you? Inquire with us.
Kristin + Jared
From the very first conversation, it felt like I was catching up with an old friend."
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