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  • Why Hello

    I am a Grand Rapids Photographer who has a passion for photography and meeting new people.

    Here you will be able to see samples of my work, get information on rates and pricing, access your client gallery to preview your photo session, and keep in contact with recent photo shoots or you can learn what's new for LYZENGA PHOTOGRAPHY+DESIGN.

    I hope I get the opportunity and privilege to capture a fun or special moment for you! Please feel free to contact me with any questions, even if you think they're silly questions. Thanks so much!

    - Carrie

J, E, A, & A | Grand Rapids Family Photography

One of the best things I get to do is take pictures for family and friends. This past weekend, I was able to capture family pictures for my friend Jeff and we had an absolute blast. I met Jeff about seven years ago while working for Rockford Public Schools together and since then we have worked in the same classroom with 4th graders, gone to U of M games, and play beach volleyball together. So I am very excited to share with you some previews of the time Jeff, Erin, Alex, Avery, and I spent together at the beach!  The rain almost threatened to cancel our photo shoot, but we moved a little north and it turned out to be a beautiful afternoon. Take a look!

 

The DuBois’ | Grand Rapids Family Photography

You know those families who arrive for photo shoots and look like they stepped out of a gap commercial? Well, the DuBois’ are nothing short of that and I love every opportunity I get to capture their adorable family! The rain did try and threaten our photo shoot, but everyone stuck it out and we ended up with some great shots! It’s crazy to hear how old they are all getting though. I remember when Thijs was born and everyone was so thrilled Mark finally got his boy (Thijs is the youngest of four with three older sisters), and now Thijs is already two! Crazy how time flies! Take a look at some of the previews from their family session this past weekend… I love all their bright, bold colors! Thanks so much DuBois’ for being so cooperative despite the rain!

The Greenfields | Grand Rapids Family Photography

I am SUPER excited to share these next images with you! This past weekend, I was able to capture two family sessions – two families I captured last year at this time and I love watching the little ones grow! The first session was with my cousins, the Greenfields. Amber and Lily are two of the cutest little girls and were so much fun to play with. When I asked Lily how old she was, a prominent “two and a half” came out… oh my cute! Their family shoot was on Calvin’s beautiful campus; so fitting as Sarah and Jeff both work at Calvin. There were so many fun places to shoot, I could have been there all day! The girls were even able to feed some ducks too! Thanks so much for making this family session so much fun Jeff, Sarah, Amber, and Lily! Take a look at these previews… 

The Christians’ | Grand Rapids Family Photography

There’s hardly anything better than when I get the opportunity to capture the pure innocence and joy of a child… times that by four and you can only imagine how excited I was to capture my good friends Kevin and Stacey’s family, which included four little ones! I love to watch how families interact… grandmas, aunt and uncles, little kiddos, brothers and sisters, husbands and wives, moms and dads… family is one of the greatest blessings I think God allows us to experience and jut another reason why I love family sessions. take a look at my latest one with the Christians’. I had so much fun catching the giggles, quick glances, and bright beautiful eyes! Thank you Kevin and Stacey for letting me take these images for you and your family! Enjoy!

 

alyce + matt | grand rapids wedding photography

I am pleased to share these previews with you, which kick off the beginning of my 2012 wedding season! Alyce and Matt were some of my clients who I didn’t know prior to doing their engagement session and yet it feels like we’ve known each other for years! We were able to laugh, cry, and stress out together… and now I am able to call them friends. I am so glad they are finally Mr. and Mrs. Matt Berendsen because they’ve been waiting for quite a long time… Matt was in Afghanistan and actually contacted me via email while he was there (amazing what technology can do). And after 2 long years they are finally married! Their wedding was held at The Grand Volute in Lowell, and was absolutely beautiful! Take a look at their special day and once again, congratulations to Alyce and Matt!

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