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hello there, my name is taylor.

I am 28-year-old lover of sandwiches and a proud Grand Rapids native. In addition to being a photographer, I am also a nerdy Communications Coordinator at an awesome local non-profit. My most important job though - is being a mom to two beautiful little girls that keep my head spinning, my heart full and my refrigerator empty.

In my free time I can be found in our beautiful riverside downtown, with a friend in tow and a deliciously hoppy IPA in my right hand. I spend hours cuddled up on the couch next to my two bugs watching a Disney classic. I bury myself in good books on the beaches of the sleepy town of Pentwater. I get my fix of exercise and release at a hot yoga studio, surrounded by men and women determined to be their best selves. Between the months of May and November - you can find me giddy behind the lens of my camera at a photo shoot. I love going to local concerts + shows, checking out new breweries and traveling around the Mitten and beyond whenever I can. I love the simplicities in life, and soaking in every single moment.

I have been shooting as Taylor J. Photography for almost 3 years and I absolutely LOVE this "job."

I love working with couples, families and seniors - and strive to be much more than just a photographer on the day of your session or your wedding. I'm bubbly, outgoing and a little sarcastic and goofy - but I take my work and your time very seriously. My goal is to give you the best possible experience, and the best images and memories that you can cherish for the rest of your lives.

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Meghan Sent on 02/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A talented photographer that feels like a friend. The perfect wedding day companion!

Taylor photographed our June wedding at The Felt Estate and she was a dream to work with. After our first meeting I felt like I was with a long time friend. She has a way about her that is calming, yet assertive. She made sure to remind me of photos that I wanted to capture and was breezy and easy going if in the moment I changed my mind. She has such an eye for those sweet candid moments that capture the soul of the wedding (truly one of my favorites is our nephew and ring bearer eating a chicken finger). And still made sure our formal shots were like something out of a magazine. I highly recommend her to any and all brides and look forward to working with her again in the future for family photos. Thank you, Taylor for being a party of our day!
Cassidy
Cassidy Sent on 01/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 would recommend!

Taylor is FANTASTIC! She is responsive, knowledgeable, and so talented! She made both my fiance and I feel comfortable in front of the camera, made the whole process so simple and she got our engagement photos back so quick. She is personable and professional and she should definitely be on your list of wedding photographers to consider!
Chelsea
Chelsea Sent on 01/23/2020
5 out of 5 rating

The best of the best !

I will forever recommend Taylor for all photography needs!! I got married in August 2018 in Lake Leelanau, MI and I am still in awe of her style and work. Living in Chicago and deciding to hire a MI photographer, we did a lot of our pre-wedding planning via phone. Every time we spoke leading up to the big day, it felt like talking to an old friend (who happened to be very knowledgeable and helpful with all things wedding related). Taylor created our timeline and without having a day-of wedding planner, she eased my stress level by coordinating with the other vendors to stick to it. Her personality makes it easy to act natural in front of the camera lens, and the photos are great proof. She captured the most BEAUTIFUL photos of us, including the romantic candid moments I could not have dreamed of. Can't say it enough- Taylor is THE. BEST
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Jessica Sent on 11/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Nothing short of magical

Taylor was absolutely amazing! She has a knack for making you feel comfortable, getting you laughing, and for catching the sweetest moments! We’ve received our sneak peek and could not be more excited to see the rest of the photos, she has an eye for the most beautiful settings, lighting, and poses. Cannot say enough good things , highly recommend!!
Sammi
Sammi Sent on 04/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Taylor is THAT photographer you're looking for!

We absolutely loved Taylor! In the beginning of our search we were struggling to find a photographer with the style we were looking for and the budget we wanted to stick with. That was until we came across Taylor’s work on Facebook when an old-coworker of mine posted her engagement photos. Her style was what we had imagined and the price was in our budget….score! (and her personality was a bonus!) Met her for the first time at founders before out engagement pictures and we just clicked. We’d recommend Taylor in a heartbeat! You need reasons?
o She is kind, funny, and has natural talent.
o She has an eye for the details.
o She communicates very well. Her responses are timely and she does not leave any questions unanswered.
o She feels out the vibe and plays around with different ideas. Any pose she asks you to do, do it! You may not feel comfortable at first, but when you see the photos…those turn into some of your favorites.
o She blended right in with our family and friends. She blended in so well that it wasn’t until we saw some shots from the second photographers that we realized how Taylor got some of the shots that she did. She had fluid movements that did not disturb or get in the way of our guests.
We put all of our trust into Taylor and we couldn’t recommend her more! She is amazing at what she does. Is passionate about her work. And she delivers! Her turnaround time is amazing. We got home from our engagement pictures and 30 minutes later we already had 20 preview pictures. Days after our wedding we had previews and a month later we had all pictures! Taylor is everything you want in a photographer 😊
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Kelly Sent on 01/14/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I don't think there was a better person to photograph our wedding day. Taylor is the type of person you become instant friends with and she always keeps you laughing. We did our engagement photos with Taylor and after receiving those I couldn't wait to see how our wedding photos would turn out. Her photos are so natural and she captured our day perfectly. Taylor has an amazing attention to detail and was so extremely helpful during the entire wedding process. I can't explain how grateful we are for Taylor and her amazing photography skills. She is everything you would ever want in a photographer:)
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User2789218 Sent on 09/27/2016
5 out of 5 rating
So fun, so talented, and so reasonably priced. My photos turned out beautifully. She has a very creative eye. I received my photos quickly after my wedding and I couldn't have been more pleased with the final product!!!
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Ashley Sent on 07/30/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Taylor did an amazing job!!! She was extremely professional, organized, and very affordable. I couldn't have chosen a better photographer for our wedding! Highly recommend!!
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Taylor J. Photography frequently asked questions

Taylor J. Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Engagement Shoot
Taylor J. Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • One Event / Day
Taylor J. Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
Taylor J. Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
Taylor J. Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
Taylor J. Photography 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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