Petoskey, Charlevoix & Boyne
Wedding Photography
Relaxed, natural wedding photography for your up-north celebration
True-to-Life Documentary Wedding Photographer
For couples planning a nature-based wedding who want to stay present all day and throw an unforgettable party.
Most couples invest $5,200 for full-day coverage
If you are planning an unforgettable celebration in Northern Michigan, you need more than just someone with a fancy camera.
I am the trusted local professional who brings the right temperament to direct your day and keep the celebratory vibe going from morning mimosas to your reception exit.
Hello! I'm Karly Walker, the owner and photographer behind the lens at Treehouse Studios. My unique system for capturing your day is why I'm confident my approach will make your day better and your photos even more meaningful.
So what makes our approach different?
Here's Why Couples Trust Treehouse Studios
I fixed the communication gap that causes disconnect between couples and photographers. You don't need to know how to explain what you want because I have an easy system that lets you show me instead!
Through my signature "Gallery Favorites System" and detailed wedding photography questionnaire, I create a completely custom photography plan that eliminates the guesswork and ensures we are perfectly aligned.
Rather than trying to describe a visual style in words and hoping nothing gets lost in translation, you will get access to a master gallery of images covering every part of the day, from start to finish. These showcase the full range of lighting, direction, and creative approaches I could choose throughout the day. Simply "heart" the images you naturally gravitate toward, and the system automatically sends me your curated list.
I translate those choices behind the scenes to know exactly:
• Your detail style: What approach to flat-lays and details you love most.
• Your portrait style: Based on the portraits you love, I will create a custom plan to direct and capture the memories you want to make.
• Environmental choices: How I will select your specific portrait locations and lighting choices.
I step into your day with the warmth of an old friend but the absolute technical control of an industry veteran, keeping the logistics flawless so you can stay entirely present.
Expert Local Knowledge at Premier Up-North Wedding Venues
Large venues and lakeside properties each have their own layout and lighting challenges. I bring steady confidence, professional wedding planning experience, and strong technical skills to keep your plans on track while capturing natural, documentary-style candid photos.
Wherever we celebrate, I bring local expertise, eight full seasons of luxury wedding photography experience, and a warm, friendly, high-energy presence to create the pictures you will treasure for years to come.
• Historic Estates & Waterfront Luxury: Photographing the large grounds and grand buildings at Castle Farms in Charlevoix, capturing timeless island charm on Mackinac Island at famous spots like the Grand Hotel, or working at Stafford's Perry Hotel in Petoskey, which has a classic, cozy feel.
• Lakeside Verandas & Nautical Charms: Dealing with bright water glare and capturing crisp boat details at the Charlevoix Yacht Club, working with the modern waterfront style of The Lake House in Ludington, or taking sunset portraits by the bay at The Inn at Bay Harbor.
• Rolling Countryside & Outdoor Wonders: Working with beautiful golden hour light across the wide acres of Sunset Hill Wedding Barn in Central Lake, shooting in low light for dramatic starry portraits at the Headlands Dark Sky Park, or capturing full wedding weekends at Boyne Mountain Resort.
Michigan Wedding Collections & Investment
Every collection is designed to cover your celebration in full. It includes secure access to an online gallery that stays available for at least a year, a professional print shop built in, and a complete print release.
Collection Investment | Coverage & Team Details
The Base Collection $4,400
8 Hours of continuous coverage • 1 Lead photographer
Your choice of an engagement session or custom USB drive paired with five matted prints in a custom keepsake box
The Signature Collection $5,400
10 Hours of continuous coverage • 1 Lead photographer • Second shooter (6 hours)
Your choice of an engagement session or custom USB drive paired with five matted prints in a custom keepsake box
The Weekend Collection $6,700
12 Hours of multi-day coverage (splittable over 2 days) • 1 Lead photographer • Second shooter (8 hours)
Engagement session and a custom USB drive paired with five matted prints in a custom keepsake box
Every collection is built around what matters most to you.
There are not any travel fees for Michigan based weddings.
