Hi, I'm Lisa!

I’m a photographer based in a small lakeside town at the tip of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula—a quiet place surrounded by nature, where family and community mean everything. I’m a wife and mother of four wonderful children who inspire me daily. It was through capturing their laughter, their milestones, and all the little in-between moments that my love for photography truly came to life.

My work is rooted in family, connection, and the beauty found in everyday moments. When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me outdoors with my family—camping beneath the pines, exploring the woods, soaking up long summer days at the beach, or skiing through the deep winter snow we’re so known for here in the U.P.

I also have a deep love for cooking and baking—the comfort of creating something from scratch and the joy that fills a home when good food is shared. Much like photography, it’s about savoring moments and blending creativity with care to make something lasting.

Photography has taught me there is always more to learn and new ways to grow. Every image I take is a reflection of the heart behind the lens—authentic, timeless, and full of life.

My favorite little girl and I doing what we love!

Testimonials

“Lisa was the best! She was so helpful and made our wedding day fun!! Our photos were beautiful and she got them to us so quick!! Having her as our wedding photographer was the best decision! We can’t wait to have her capture other special moments in our lives in the future.”

“Thank you so much for the great photos Sweet Violets Photography! Taking photos with Lisa was so much fun. She is very creative and if u are looking at getting some photos taken, I would highly recommend Sweet Violet Photography.”

“I would recommend Sweet Violet Photography to anyone! Lisa is very professional and has a great eye for detail! She was very sweet to work with, and very comfortable to be around. She is one of a kind and made our engagement session so much fun. She went above and beyond our expectations and our pictures turned out beautiful, we cannot wait until we can do more pictures with her!”