My love and appreciation for photography began as far back as I can remember—and today, it’s an expansion of who I am.
I approach each client with empathy, seeking to understand who you are, what matters most to you, and how I can bring your story to life in a way that feels honest and meaningful.
Family is everything to me.
It’s the heart of why I do what I do—and why I only take on a limited number of weddings each year. So I can be fully present with my own loved ones, and fully present with you on your wedding day.
How I show up matters.
To capture the real, fleeting magic of your day, I need to feel it, too. Photographing my own life—my children, our travels, the quiet in-between moments—has deeply shaped the way I approach weddings: with intention, tenderness, and wonder.
Film has become a beautiful part of my process. There’s something timeless and romantic about its imperfect nature, perfect for telling a story that’s both elegant and real.
When you look back at your photos, I don’t want you to remember me. I want you to see you—your people, your love—and feel every bit of the joy all over again.
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I’m your average weirdo and probably over-thought about it :)
Originally from the Sunshine state but my husband (Mike) turned me into a midwesterner (he jokes, I’m his import). We live on our farm with horses, chickens, pups and our 2 kiddos (Ryan and Amelia) that I am all obsessed with! If I’m not at a wedding on a weekend, you can find me at a rodeo or barrel race. Food, food, food. Count me in for the food. I have a big personality with a small ego. That joke I made, I most likely thought about for the next 3-5 business days hoping you didn’t take it personal.
My life is busy, chaotic but so dang beautiful.
I'M MONET SCHRADER
CAPTURING THE IN LOVE, I DOS AND FAMILY MOMENTS FROM MICHIGAN TO FLORIDA AND BEYOND