Kari is passionate about photographing non-traditional weddings

—the ones that break the mold and reflect the couple’s real personalities.

She believes that beautiful, artful images don’t require fancy decorations or a perfect timeline. Every love story deserves to be told with honesty and heart.

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The Brooklyn Detroit Wedding

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New York City Engagement Photoshoot

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Belle Isle Conservatory Elopement

Kim and Micah’s intimate LGBTQ+ elopement at the Belle Isle Conservatory in Detroit was a heartfelt, film-photographed celebration of love and resilience. Captured on 35mm and medium format film by queer wedding photographer Kari Paine.

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Lace Factory Wedding

Georgi and Christina’s queer wedding at The Lace Factory in Deep River, Connecticut was an emotional and nontraditional celebration captured on 35mm and medium format film by LGBTQ+ wedding photographer Kari Paine.

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Another Matthaei Botanical Gardens Wedding

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