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Russell Photography

Lake Orion, MI

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‘20 Certificate of Excellence, 2020

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Russell Photography is a husband and wife professional photography team. Michelle, my wife, and I always photograph together. 600 weddings and 20 years ago, we began our wonderful adventure of professional photography. Wedding photography is our passion and first love.

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2 February 2024

Wally and Michelle have done beautiful work for us so many times! From senior pictures to now wedding pictures we have always been happy with the images! They were an amazing part of my wedding day and made us comfortable to be photographed. I will absolutely use them again in the future! More...

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16 January 2024

Wally, Michelle, and Colleen were all so lovely to work with on our wedding day! We have used them in the past for senior pictures and now wedding pictures and have been so happy with how they've all turned out!

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2 January 2024

Wally and Michell are truly amazing professionals ! You will not be disappointed with their quality nor their work ethic.

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2 December 2023

Wally and Michelle captured our wedding day beautifully! Easy to work with and kept us relaxed, creating memories for us to hold onto forever.

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2 December 2023

Russell Photography did a terrific job capturing our wedding and reception! We are so happy with how beautiful our pictures turned out! ! They made our special day even better with their professionalism, guidance, and support! More...

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10 November 2023

Russell Photography truly captured the love and happiness we wanted at our wedding! They were professional, helpful, and great to work with!

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2 October 2023

Thank you wally and Michelle for helping making our wedding day so special ❤️ from start to finish you 2 were amazing thank u so much and will recommend you to everyone I know.

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22 September 2023

5 star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ wally and Michelle was amazing. from start to finish they was so helpful. Anything we needed they was right there helping the whole way through our wedding. when hiring anyone you expect them to show up and do the job. I can tell you they went above and beyond that I would recommend them to anyone and everyone looking for photography 📸 couldn't of asked anymore from them on our special day. Thank you for helping make our day so special. 💕 Tony and Janelle Rolison 💕 More...

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10 August 2023

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26 June 2023

5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Wally and Michelle did an amazing job with my brothers wedding that when I got engaged I wanted to go with them. They did a wonderful job with our engagement pictures. I cannot recommend they enough. I cannot wait for the wedding next year … More...

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11 May 2023

When I say Russell Photography was by far the easiest decision we made for our wedding, I mean it!!! Wally, Michelle, and their staff were so pleasant to work with that it made our wedding even more enjoyable. We have gotten nothing but positive remarks even from our guests about how wonderful our photographers were while at the wedding! With the amount of photos we received, narrowing down my favorites was still in the 100's!! If anybody is looking for their photographers, look no further!! Absolutely amazing! More...

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1 March 2023

Wally and Michelle were so great with my son. This was the first professional photo shoot we did with him (3yrs old) and he is not a fan of getting his picture taken. So many great pictures to choose from. And, being able to go to an indoor studio is exactly what we wanted! Thank you!!!! More...

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1 November 2022

My partner and I had Wally and Michelle and their assistant Colleen as our wedding photographers and they did just a fabulous job! From the first messages and initial meeting I knew we'd made the right choice. Wally and Michelle were really great about setting up a meeting around the time difference since we were planning the wedding from abroad, and were incredibly genuine in their excitement on our behalf and took a lot of care to make sure we understood all of the different package options. They also took a lot of time to explain what types of photos we may want for our album, seeing as this was our first rodeo and very much not theirs. Our wedding ran a bit late (as they do), but they were able to turn the marathon of group shots into a sprint that nevertheless didn't feel rushed in any way--they were just really good at wrangling the guests as needed while still keeping a light atmosphere. Could not have asked for a better experience, and thanks again to Wally and Michelle for all your advice and hard work! We can't wait to see the album! =) More...

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1 November 2022

Russell Photographer did such an amazing job for us at our wedding. Especially on such short notice! We had a big financial disagreement with our scheduled photographer (a family friend) just two weeks before the wedding, and no longer felt comfortable using her. My fiancé had remembered Russell photography from her initial research, and thankfully for us, they had just had a cancellation. We talked to them right away, and felt so much more at ease. And just like that, we had new photographers! They did such an amazing job, at a fair price. I can’t recommend them enough. They were even able to accommodate us after a family tragedy, and were able ti get the albums to us much quicker than normal. Thank you Michelle and Wally! Andy & Lucy Lesko More...

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1 November 2022

I have known Wally since 1996 and have had nothing but a great experience and the beauty of his work is amazing. The art of his work is out of this world. It feels like he brings pictures to life. More...

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16 October 2022

Five Stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Russell Photographer did such an amazing job for us at our wedding. Especially on such short notice! We had a big financial disagreement with our scheduled photographer (a family friend) just two weeks before the wedding, and no longer felt comfortable using her. My fiancé had remembered Russell photography from her initial research, and thankfully for us, they had just had a cancellation. We talked to them right away, and felt so much more at ease. And just like that, we had new photographers! They did such an amazing job, at a fair price. I can’t recommend them enough. They were even able to accommodate us after a family tragedy, and were able to get the albums to us much quicker than normal. Thank you Michelle and Wally! Andy & Lucy Lesko More...

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1 October 2022

I highly recommend Russell Photography. Wally is very professional who has been doing this for over 20 years. Photography is his passion and he loves what he does. He takes good care of his clients, his studio is at home, but it is extraordinary. I went for a professional headshot and he took over 70 different headshots, with different angles, adjusted lighting, and different background colors. The care that went in to each photo exceeded my expectations, and 10/10 we highly recommend! Thank you for a great experience and I'm looking forward to working with you in the future!!! More...

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1 September 2022

Wally and Michelle are wonderful! Not only did they take amazing photos to capture every moment during our wedding day, they are so much fun to work with! Thank you for capturing the decorations, to the food, to the pavilion, to all of the guests, and allowing us to have a complete memory of our wedding day! Michelle helped us to figure out a timeline for the wedding day, which was above and beyond. Working with Wally and Michelle you will have beautiful photos to capture your special memory and do a lot of laughing in the process. Thank you both for being part of our wedding day! More...

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1 September 2022

Russell Photography shot my wedding and exceeded my expectations. My photos came out absolutely amazing. We were shot in 2 locations simultaneously, which I greatly appreciated. I'd recommend to everyone having a wedding in the area. More...

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1 September 2022

They did a great job at our wedding. It was out of town - they had to travel - and were complete professionals about everything. They were on time, got some really good pictures, and were great to be around. I would recommend them to anyone. More...

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27 August 2022

Wally and Michelle were amazing! They were very helpful planning our wedding photography, always available to answer questions and have great prices! They were the perfect photographers to have with you on your big day! Like having friends with you all day long! Thank you much Wally and Michelle you were great! More...

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1 August 2022

We recently took engagement pictures with Wally and Michelle and they were wonderful! They will also be photographing our wedding and we couldn't be happier. Highly recommend Russell Photography to anyone looking to get professional photos. More...

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9 July 2022

Very professional and the engagement photos that we took turned out fantastic! I am honored to have them photograph my wedding later this year!

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1 June 2022

Russel Photography did a fantastic job at my wedding! We had a lot of fun working with him and his team! Highly recommend him!

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1 June 2022

Wally took my son's senior pictures. He made him feel comfortable right away and the photos are beautiful! The setting is lovely and peaceful. We never felt rushed and we had both indoor and outdoor pictures taken. Wally was easy to work with and very patient when I was choosing which prints I wanted. He gives you the copyright so you can have the photos printed elsewhere if that's what you prefer. Wally was quick to get back to me with any questions I had. I would definitely choose Russell Photography again and highly recommend them. More...

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1 June 2022

Wally and Michelle took my senior pictures. They were extremely friendly and made me feel comfortable right off the bat. I enjoyed working with them very much and was very satisfied with the photos they took. I would highly recommend them to anyone that is not used to having their picture taken. More...

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1 June 2022

Wally and Michelle were AMAZING. My wedding was small and intimate. They captured all the beautiful moments and were attentative during all the not so scheduled things. They truly treated us like family and made sure the day was memorable. Would reccomend them for any special occasion over and over again. More...

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1 June 2022

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Russell Photography. Wally, Michelle and Colleen were wonderful. They captured all our special moments that we will treasure for a lifetime! ! They had unique visions on how to capture special photos. They had a quick turn around time and we had all our edited photos back within a week. Do NOT hesitate to book Russell Photography you will not be disappointed. More...

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1 June 2022

Extremely pleased with how our engagement and wedding photos turned out. INCREDIBLE! Freezing cold for our engagement photos and tornado warnings during our wedding and they adapted to everything thrown our way with ease! Not to mention we had to postpone the wedding due to the pandemic. We had fun working with them, they treat you like family. Definitely had some great laughs! Their work, I could go on about that but no one would read all the way to the bottom lol! They caught so many "in the moment" or action photos that would normally be hard to capture. It was like they knew what was going to happen, before it happened. I'm glad we decided to work with them. I know you will be too! More...

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1 June 2022

I used Russell Photography in 2013 for my daughters Senior pictures. That experience was Fantastic! I did not even bother to search around for another photographer when it came time for my sons Senior pictures for class of 2022! I again was impressed by Wally & Michelle’s professionalism, wit and dedication. They also had the ability to make my sons photo shoot a positive experience for him! I highly recommend Russell photography to anyone needing a photographer for any occasion! More...

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1 June 2022

Wally and Michelle just did our wedding last weekend. They were so professional and helpful! Michelle stepped in and helped iron my dress after it had become wrinkled. They braved the cold and took pictures outside in the snow! We received our photos in less then a week and they are beautiful! I laughed and cried (happy tears!) looking through all the photos! They were amazing! I highly recommend them! We will definitely be using them again!! ❤️ More...

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1 June 2022

Highly recommend!! Wally and Michelle did an awesome job with studio family photographs- they were very welcoming, accommodating, professional, patient and more importantly Toddler approved=D. We would definitely go to them again ❤️ More...

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1 June 2022

Wally has photographed both of my sons' senior pictures. He provides a nice comfortable setting both indoors and out in his beautiful yard. He has affordable packages and what I like most is the rights to your photos to be printed wherever you like. It was enjoyable to work with Wally and Colleen. More...

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1 June 2022

Wally and Colleen took our daughter's professional senior pictures. They immediately put us at ease; communication was wonderful in organizing location shoots and what our daughter wanted. Russell Photography has access to beautiful outdoor scenery. There is no guess work in this process; everything is clear and mapped out. We enjoyed the multiple outfit changes and changes of scenery- both outdoor and in the studio. Wally's prices are affordable and the best part is that he gives you the rights to the photos. I would recommend Russell Photography to anyone looking for quality, professional event photos- wedding, senior, etc. and family photos! Turn-around time on the photos is a few days- not weeks. You can't go wrong! More...

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1 June 2022

Russell Photography did an awesome job on my son’s senior photo’s! They knew just how to get him smiling which made our pictures turn out perfect. They also delivered earlier than what I guyot would be. I highly recommend them as a photographer for your event! More...

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1 June 2022

Senior photos: I was sick at home with COVID and had to send my son solo to Russell Photography. I was so happy with the results and their teams' hand holding through the entire exercise. Great people and great photos.

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1 June 2022

I really cannot say enough about Wally and Michelle. They were not only professional but beyond personable. They managed working with me through hectic calendars and last minute changes on an already tight deadline for senior portraits for my daughter. They set us all up for success by ensuring their requirements were understood. We chose the Quick Hit option. From the moment Michelle welcomed us into their home and on to the studio, they made us feel at home. The investment for the quality and care that goes in to delivering a product to you is amazing. I truly am thankful for the reference provided by LOHS. Wally and Michelle are good to the core people that I am blessed to have forever memories of my daughter's senior pictures. I would definitely recommend. More...

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1 June 2022

We needed to update our family photos with our new additions. It has been a while and we have three little ones that are all "high energy". If you have "high energy" kids, you know that sitting still for more than 3 minutes is hard let alone for 30 minutes of photos. Michelle and Wally were welcoming, friendly and professional to work with. Wally was responsive to my emails and we setup a time to go to their in home studio. The kids loved it and while it was certainly hard to corral them all, we got it done and the photos came out great. We will be returning for future photo sessions and I would highly recommend this business to anyone for professional quality photos. More...

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1 June 2022

My husband and I recently got married and had the honor of having Wally and Michelle with us to capture the glorious beautiful day! Wally and Michelle were amazing and they really know what to do to make the day go smoothly when it comes to photos and the video. Even before the big day, they respond quickly and answer all questions. Very personable! They went above and beyond what you expect and are exceptional and professional. If you are wanting someone to capture your day in the moment and memories, these are the ones you want. Not many people capture the grooms face as he sees the bride and with them you get to see it all. Not only were they exceptional but the turn around to get the proofs and video back was so quick! I still get to live in the moment of the best day of my life while everything is still fresh in your mind! Highly recommend them, if you are wanting good quality, professional, friendly, and apart of your day photographers. More...

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20 February 2022

Wally and Michelle just did our wedding last weekend. They were so professional and helpful! Michelle stepped in and helped iron my dress after it had become wrinkled. They braved the cold and took pictures outside in the snow! We received our photos in less then a week and they are beautiful! I laughed and cried (happy tears!) looking through all the photos! They were amazing! I highly recommend them! We will definitely be using them again!! ❤️ More...

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28 January 2022

They photographed us for our wedding and the pictures are great. They are so nice and professional. We highly recommend their service.

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26 January 2022

Wally and Michelle are just great! They took our graduation pictures for the ceremony and after party and look wonderful. They have provided us with so many memories to share.

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24 January 2022

We have to brag about Russell Photography. They did our wedding photos and they turned out so beautiful. They are so talented and we are so happy!

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22 December 2021

Great experience! Such a kind and fun couple. They were able to capture smiles on all 4 of our little ones at the same time! Highly recommend

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11 December 2021

Wally and Michelle were AMAZING. My wedding was small and intimate. They captured all the beautiful moments and were attentative during all the not so scheduled things. They truly treated us like family and made sure the day was memorable. Would reccomend them for any special occasion over and over again. More...

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30 November 2021

Russell Photography were the photographers at my last wedding and found Russell and Michelle very professional, courteous, and easy to work with. I highly recommend Russell Photography. pastorfredweddings@gmail.com More...

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24 November 2021

I highly recommend hiring Russell Photography and his team! They did a fantastic job photographing my wedding! My husband and I usually aren’t too comfortable taking pictures but they made this experience so fun and relaxing for us

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15 November 2021

Absolutely recommend Wally for my pictures. He does a very good job and makes you a center focus (ha ha) of his pictures. He recently did one of the Michigan vs Northwestern game and made our experience for ones first time there a memorable and unforgettable experience . Also did my older ones senior pictures, and adding him for another senior. 5 star job!!! More...

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31 October 2021

I was really happy with my son's senior photos. I was sick with Covid and had to send him on his own to the photography shoot. All good! They took many photos and I enjoyed looking at the results. I also was pleased with their "non-snobby" attitude. I will use them for my daughter's senior photos next year! Thanks so much for making this experience a pleasant one. More...

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24 October 2021

Walt and Michelle were awesome!! They were so much fun, and were able to get my son to smile 😃 for his senior pictures! The photos where perfect, I even teared up when I was looking through them. They delivered the images very quickly, and they had very reasonable packages. I highly recommend them, and will definitely be returning for all my photo needs. Thank you!! More...

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Q&As

The job of a photographer is to find beauty in all that he sees. The angle of light and the right lens are important. Capturing the great expression is an intuitive thing. You can't forget the correct depth of field either.

It would depend on what type of photography our client is looking for.
But mainly what is the final product you are looking for?

The thing I enjoy most about my job is having our clients love their photography. When you have a camera you get to meet the nicest people!

My wife and I love meeting people and having a fun time when we photograph. We always ask our clients if they would like to. We never command our demand. We never forget our client is paramount.

Russell Photography will provide the best images at the best prices. Nobody will give you more images are a faster turnaround time!

We always wear a mask when photographing and maintain a social distance from our clients wherever possible.

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