Vander Veen Media

Vander Veen Media Husband & wife wedding photographers based in Kalamazoo, MI — capturing heartfelt, timeless love stories across Michigan and Indiana.

Serving Grand Rapids, South Haven, Indianapolis, and beyond.

Your wedding memories deserve more than just one look 🤍Along with your full, beautifully curated digital gallery, you’ll...
03/03/2026

Your wedding memories deserve more than just one look 🤍

Along with your full, beautifully curated digital gallery, you’ll also receive 150+ disposable film style photos — grainy, candid, flash filled magic that captures the real, unfiltered energy of your day.

The perfect mix of timeless and nostalgic ✨

Years from now, you won’t be looking for the shoes or the “perfect” flat lay.You’ll be looking for the way your mom’s ha...
02/26/2026

Years from now, you won’t be looking for the shoes or the “perfect” flat lay.

You’ll be looking for the way your mom’s hands trembled while buttoning your dress. The breath your partner forgot to take when they saw you. The quiet tears in the front row.

The details are beautiful, but they aren’t the legacy.
The most “perfect” photos aren’t the ones that match a Pinterest board—they’re the ones that feel like your people. Because decades from now, your kids won’t care about the styling. They’ll want to see how it felt to be loved by you. 🤍✨

Some of my favorite black & white edits from this session 🫶🏻
02/25/2026

Some of my favorite black & white edits from this session 🫶🏻

That “Just Married” feeling 💫
02/19/2026

That “Just Married” feeling 💫

Throwing it back to this peaceful Lake Michigan morning with the sweetest kind of love. 🩵
02/17/2026

Throwing it back to this peaceful Lake Michigan morning with the sweetest kind of love. 🩵

I asked ChatGPT what couples should ask before booking a wedding photographer — here are my honest answers👇🏻1. Can we se...
02/13/2026

I asked ChatGPT what couples should ask before booking a wedding photographer — here are my honest answers👇🏻

1. Can we see a full wedding gallery?

Of course — and we actually recommend it. Instagram is just the highlight reel. We’ll send a full gallery so you can see how we photograph an entire day from start to finish.

2. How would you describe your shooting style?

Natural and emotion-focused. We document the real moments but gently guide you when needed so nothing feels stiff or awkward. Editing is warm and timeless.

3. How do you help couples feel comfortable?

We assume you feel awkward — most people do 😉
We use simple prompts and movement instead of stiff poses, and we’ll tell you exactly what to do so you’re never standing there wondering.

4. What if you get sick or something happens?

We’re connected to a solid network of trusted photographers if a true emergency ever happened. That said, we’ve never missed a wedding and take that responsibility seriously.

5. How do you handle dark receptions?

We love a fun dance floor. We use professional flash and know how to keep skin tones looking natural — even in super dark or colorful lighting.

6. What’s included in your packages?

Depending on coverage, you’ll get 6-8 hours, timeline help, sneak peeks within 48 hours, a full online gallery (with digital and disposable film style photos), and print rights. And for 2026/2027 — no travel fees for Michigan or Indiana weddings.

7. When will we get our photos?

Sneak peeks within 48 hours (because we know you’re excited). Full gallery in about 4-6 weeks during peak season.

8. How do you back up photos?

We shoot on dual cards (so everything saves twice), then back everything up to multiple drives and the cloud. Your photos are safe.

9. Have you shot at our venue before?

Maybe, maybe not, but we’re comfortable adapting to any space or lighting situation. Weddings move fast, and we’re used to adjusting.

10. What makes you different?

We’re a husband and wife team and we’ve been there, so we get how fast and emotional your day is. We’re all about capturing the real moments, not making you pose for a photoshoot. 💛

Dreaming of warm, summer nights at the beach ☀️MichiganWeddingPhotographer
02/11/2026

Dreaming of warm, summer nights at the beach ☀️

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Hey friends! 👋 Maddie here, stepping out from behind the lens for a rare second (introvert life is real!).Vander Veen Me...
01/30/2026

Hey friends! 👋 Maddie here, stepping out from behind the lens for a rare second (introvert life is real!).

Vander Veen Media is truly my heart and soul. I pour everything into making sure your story feels raw and real, but I couldn’t do it alone. While I’m the creative lead, I’m so lucky to have my husband, Jared, by my side. Whether he’s helping behind the scenes or being my right hand on wedding days, he makes this dream possible. I’m so grateful to do what I love alongside my favorite human! ✨

Ready to book your 2026/2027 date? I’d love to tell your story. Head to the vanderveenmedia.com contact page to say hello!

A few black and white moments 🩶
01/18/2026

A few black and white moments 🩶

Nothing like an engagement session in the city 🌆
01/17/2026

Nothing like an engagement session in the city 🌆

Planning a wedding can feel… overwhelming. Budgets, timelines, vendors— suddenly everything starts to blur together. (Wh...
01/14/2026

Planning a wedding can feel… overwhelming. Budgets, timelines, vendors— suddenly everything starts to blur together. (Why does every decision feel so big?)

We’re Maddie & Jared, a husband and wife photography team at Vander Veen Media. We believe wedding photography should feel natural, effortless, and completely true to you.

You don’t need to know how to pose or feel “photogenic.” We guide you, give you space to truly enjoy every moment, and step in quietly when it matters most. Think of us as your professional third and fourth wheels; quietly capturing the intimate and honest moments of your day. 💕

‼️ Right now, we’re offering 15% OFF all wedding packages booked by the end of January, plus NO TRAVEL FEES (throughout Michigan & Indiana)— one less thing to stress about.

If this sounds like what you’ve been searching for… send us a message! We’d love to meet you and hear your story. 🫶🏻

www.vanderveenmedia.com

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Grand Rapids, MI
49501, 49502, 49503, 49504, 49505, 49506, 49507, 49508, 49510, 49514, 49515, 495

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