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I'm Nathan, the owner and lead photographer of J&N Studios, a destination wedding photographer based in Michigan. For 20 years, I have had the privilege of photographing the greatest moments of my couples' lives, and I would be thrilled to capture yours!

As a day that only comes around once in a lifetime, you want to remember it as much as possible. And not just the planned or anticipated events, but the unexpected and almost missed moments too. As we photograph your wedding, we intentionally capture it all:

The candid & crafted portraits

The significant & subtle nuances

The important guests & personal details

All for a grand story of your celebrations

Serving classic couples in Detroit, Metro Detroit, Chicago, New York, Washington D.C., Charleston & beyond!

Please reach out directly https://jandnstudios.com/contact

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Reviews of J + N Studios

Olivia
Olivia Sent on 07/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Your Dream Photographer = Found

From the moment we connected with Nathan at J & N Studios, we knew we were in the best hands. His eye for detail, calming presence, and pure creative talent made every moment of our wedding day feel cinematic — and the final gallery? Beyond anything we could’ve imagined.

Nathan captured the quiet, emotional moments just as beautifully as the joyful, candid ones. Each photo feels timeless, full of feeling, and so uniquely us. It’s rare to find someone who can make you feel completely at ease while also delivering editorial-level artistry — but that’s exactly what Nathan does.

He was more than a photographer. He was a grounding force during the most exciting, whirlwind day of our lives — calm, kind, thoughtful, and always one step ahead. He captured the energy of our day, the beauty of our setting, and the soul of our story.

We’ll treasure these photos forever — not just because they’re stunning, but because they truly feel like us. Choosing J & N Studios was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding, and we’re endlessly grateful to have had Nathan by our side.
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Caitlin Sent on 02/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our Best Decision (aside from saying I do!)

Having Nate photograph our wedding was one of the best decisions we made. Nate truly is an artist and his work speaks for itself, but he blew our expectations out of the water. My husband and I are so fortunate to have the most high-quality photos to look back on and share with family and friends for years to come. The photos capture our day, including the significant moments but also the small in-betweens so perfectly. Nate and his team made us feel so comfortable from our engagement session to our wedding day and that comfort and bliss is encapsulated in every photo. Not only is Nate an amazing photographer and professional, he also is an amazing human. He shared in so many special moments on our big day and truly felt like a part of our family, not only capturing all of the happiness but sharing in it as well. We are so happy we choose Nate and J&N Studios and would do so 100 times over!!!
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Hanna Sent on 02/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Nate delivers flawless photography and makes your engagement & wedding day experience seamless!

Finding and booking with Nate, of J&N Studios, was the best and most rewarding decision we made during our wedding planning process. From the moment we connected to book to the final dance of the night, Nate was with us every step of the way. He supported our ideas, offered his own creative designs, and flawlessly captured our engagement and wedding day. Nate is charming, funny, easy to be around, and makes people really comfortable - which makes all the pictures turn out so natural and candid. He is so easy going yet able to corral a large family and wild groomsmen & bridesmaids party. We have used all of his photography for our thank you cards, guest book, wedding album, and pictures around our home, and our family's homes. Each picture is lux, timeless, editorial, candid, and worth a thousand words. Nate, thank you!!
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 01/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Trust in the best!

Trusting in Nate to capture our wedding day was one of the best decisions we made! To have these photos to look back at for the rest of our lives, to share the memories with future generations, and to tell the story of such a monumental day for us and our families, is truly a gift so meaningful to us. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
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Abigail Sent on 01/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful!

Nate has truly been a gem throughout our entire wedding journey. From the joyous engagement photos to the magical moments captured on our wedding day, he has exceeded our expectations. What sets Nate apart is not just his incredible talent behind the lens but also his ability to create a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere. We felt like he was not just our photographer but a friend sharing in our joy. Every photo reflects the genuine emotions of the day, and we couldn't be happier. Thank you!!
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Olivia Sent on 09/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

World Class Wedding Photographer!

Nate is the absolute BEST! We can't thank the J & N team enough for being part of our special day. Everyone was amazing to work with and the photos were everything we could have hoped for and more! My husband, family and I would all recommend J & N Studios 10 times out of 10!
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Dean Sent on 12/03/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Nate was the best

Professional on the day, got great shots. 10/10 would hire again.
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Molly Sent on 06/15/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn't have asked for a better photographer!

We hired J and N studios to be our photographer for our wedding initially planned for September 2020 (now postponed to 2021). Nate has been truly wonderful to work with! From our preliminary discussions to wedding postponement due to COVID, he has been incredibly accommodating, professional, personable, and most of all supportive and understanding of us as we navigate our wedding planning. Nate truly cares about his clients and we are so happy to have him (and team!) celebrate with us in 2021. We are so excited to have him capture our special day. Thank you, Nate!
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Bora Sent on 12/24/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Dream photographer

Nate is an extremely attentive and hard-working photographer who is down for anything (literally anything - he did our engagement shoot for us, at no cost, over thanksgiving week, in 15 degree weather in Belle Isle. He didn’t complain once)
Our photos from the wedding turned out truly amazing and we could not be happier. I am definitely picky and particular and combined with the fact that I never know what I’m doing with my limbs and face in photos, he was able to guide and cue me, naturally, and we love our photos! My girls had so much fun spending the day with him and the girls had plenty of fun too..
He is a very experienced photographer who really loves what he does. Oh and he photoshopped a few of our pics real good too (there were certain photos where one of us closed our eyes so we did a face swap etc etc)
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Elizabeth Sent on 12/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Worth every penny!! Just WOW!

J + N Studios will be hands down the best decision you will make for an unforgettable wedding! From the moment we first met with Nate we knew he would be the perfect photographer for our big day as we completely fell in love with his natural style of photography and ability to capture the beauty in a single moment. Nate and his team really went above and beyond by not only capturing the most stunning photos of our day, but kept our schedule on track and made us feel so calm and relaxed during the day. Hands down Nate and his team was worth every $$$. I don't know what we would do without them! Thanks for everything!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

7 Endorsements
Alison Bryan Destinations Alison Bryan Destinations Wedding Planners

La creme de la creme! 5 stars. Thanks for being the best at what you do.

Passionflower Passionflower Wedding Florists

Gorgeous, thoughtful photos every time! Jess & Nate are amazing!

Simply Be-YOU-tiful! Simply Be-YOU-tiful! Wedding Hair & Makeup

We have had the pleasure of providing professional makeup services for a few brides who used Jessica Johnston Photography and her photos are breath-taking. She's professional, creative, and easy to work with. She is one of our top recommended wedding photographers!

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J + N Studios frequently asked questions

J + N Studios includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Add'l Hours
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Digital Files
J + N Studios includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
J + N Studios offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
J + N Studios offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
J + N Studios offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Proofs
J + N Studios is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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