Photos That Rock So Hard You’re Still Crying 10 Years Later

Michigan Based Wedding Photographer

Congrats on getting engaged — Ready to make some sick wedding photos?

White lace wedding dress hanging beside a wooden bookshelf before a Michigan wedding ceremony at Riverbend Estate Venue.
White lace wedding dress hanging beside a wooden bookshelf before a Michigan wedding ceremony at Riverbend Estate Venue.
Alternative wedding couple laughing and holding hands among the trees during their outdoor wedding portraits.

You’re a couple that wants the real stuff:

The candid moments, the laughs, your other half now giving you the side-eye because you said something questionable in front of their family who are now questioning everything they knew about you.

You bring the dress, the suit, and the family chaos.

Bride and groom laughing while walking hand in hand outdoors after their wedding ceremony.

It’s all you. The real you. Till death do us part, right?

"he effortlessly took responsibility off of me by taking over answering questions and directing others. When we ran low on time for photos, he made a suggestion on how to change the plan while still sticking to the core of my wants. His professionalism and creativity flowed seemingly throughout the day and shines in his work. My only regret is that he wasn’t our first shooter."

— Elissa

My approach to wedding photography is to give you an emotionally honest experience documented in an artful way that brings it all rushing back  10 years later —just like it was yesterday.

That being said there will be a few jokes along the way.

Bride and groom smiling and walking hand in hand beside a wooden fence during their wedding portraits.

You deserve a photographer who understands people and knows how to make you look your best without making you feel like someone else.

Wedding rings and pearl necklace arranged among green succulents on the wedding day.
Couple dancing together on a wooden bridge during a snowy winter wedding portrait session.

You’re just looking for someone that:

*Matches the vibe and vision for your wedding.

*Is down to help you plan the fun and unique parts of your journey whether it’s an elopement hike, a D20 ice dye for cocktail hour, or performing a traditional Irish song during your ceremony.

*Makes you feel like we can just hang out and take casual pictures and have fun with it. Even if you don’t like pictures.

Couple embracing beside the water during relaxed outdoor wedding portraits.

"Kai did a wonderful job. From our maternity photos to our engagement and finally our wedding, he captured every moment of love. We couldn’t have asked for a more professional, funny and easy going person to work with. Thank you for helping us fill our house with memories that will last a lifetime and giving us moments our kids and grand kids can look back on in years to come that really show the love that Jamie and I have for each other. We’ll be coming back for family photos in the future!"

— William

So Who’s this guy?

Kai Bass, documentary wedding and elopement photographer serving Grand Rapids and Michigan.
Photographer Kai Bass brings a background in music and visual storytelling to wedding photography.

Hi, thanks for stopping by! I’m Kai. All of that unfortunately rhymed so I hope you had fun with that. Or not.

I’m a Michigan based wedding and elopement photographer who swapped a career in the music industry for a camera after traveling made me fall hard for visual storytelling. Since picking up a camera I haven’t stopped chasing the weird and wild parts of human nature. I strive to make images that spark something in others and make long lasting heirlooms that will bring it all rushing back 10 years later.

My story… Read More

Bride and groom dancing together in a field of autumn leaves during golden-hour wedding portraits.

"Kai did videography and took some photos for our wedding. The end result was amazing! Very detailed, creative, and helpful to make sure we got exactly what we wanted for our photos and video!"

— Nick

Emotional documentary wedding first look photography by Kai Bass Photo.
Newlyweds laughing together at their dessert table during their wedding reception.

Wedding Packages

Beaded white wedding dress hanging beside a dark red curtain before the ceremony.

Elopements

Elopements
$925.00

Starting at 2 hours of coverage

50+ Enhanced and Edited Digital High Resolution Images

Online Gallery for download, sharing, and printing

Sneak Peek within 72 hours

$925

6-Hour Package

6-Hour Package
$1,875.00

400+ Enhanced and Edited Digital High Resolution Images

Online Gallery for download, sharing, and printing

Timeline Assistance

1 Photographer

Free engagement or family session

Sneak Peek within 72 hours

$1,875

8-Hour Package

8-Hour Package
$2,225.00

600+ Enhanced and Edited Digital High Resolution Images

Online Gallery for download, sharing, and printing

Timeline Assistance

1 Photographer

Free engagement or family session

Sneak Peek within 72 hours

$2,225

10-Hour Package

10-Hour Package
$2,650.00

800+ Enhanced and Edited Digital High Resolution Images

Online Gallery for download, sharing, and printing

Timeline Assistance

1 Photographer

Free engagement or family session

16 Polaroids for Instant Keepsakes

Sneak Peek within 72 hours

$2,655

A bride in a white wedding dress stands near windows with a groom behind her adjusting his jacket. The background shows autumn trees outside.
Close-up of two hands with wedding rings, one hand with a tattoo, resting on a branch of white roses and greenery.
A woman wearing a white strapless wedding dress standing near a wooden bookshelf with a ladder.
A man and woman share an embrace and kiss near a river with a green forest background.
A smiling woman with long wavy hair and a man in a white shirt with a light pink tie, posing near a body of water with boats in the background.
A young woman in a strapless dress with jewelry and braided hair is smiling. In the background, a man in a suit is holding a drink and talking with other people at a social event.
A bride and groom standing close together, touching foreheads and smiling, with a dark draped backdrop and dried floral arrangements, the bride in a white lace wedding gown holding a bouquet and the groom in a dark suit with a boutonniere.
Bride and groom standing on opposite sides of a table with lit candles, celebrating their wedding.
A man in a dark tuxedo leaning toward a woman in a white wedding dress with tattoos, smiling and looking out a window.
People cutting and serving a slice of decorated cake at a wedding.
Two people, one with long red hair and the other with short gray hair, are sitting on grass by a wooded area with a river, watching a flock of ducks swimming on the water.
Wedding invitation and accessories on a wooden surface, including a white textured invitation, a peach RSVP card, a green envelope with lace lining, a silver tray with a decorative ring box, a small dish with jewelry, purple berries, and a satin ribb
A bride in a white lace wedding dress holding a bouquet of purple, white, and pink flowers outdoors during autumn, standing near a black metal fence with trees and fall foliage in the background of riverbend estate wedding venue near Otsego, Michigan
A man in a dark green tuxedo with black lapels and a floral boutonniere, standing outdoors by a black wooden fence and a metal gate, smiling amidst leafless trees and overcast sky at riverbend estate wedding venue near Otsego, Michigan
A couple exchanging rings during a wedding ceremony outdoors, with a woman holding a bouquet of white and peach flowers in front of her.
A wedding reception scene with a man in a tuxedo smiling and talking to a woman with styled hair, wearing pearls, in a decorated indoor setting.
A poached pear topped with red and black seasoning in a small white dish.
A bouquet of white daisies, large white flowers, orange flowers, green leaves, small pink flowers, red berries, and a large brown and black patterned feather.
A small black wooden building with two separate doorways labeled 'Ladies' and 'Men' on a snowy day. Two people, a woman on the left and a man on the right, are standing outside each door. Snow is falling, and there is a rock border in front of the bu
Elegant dessert table with gold and pink accents, illuminated by candle lanterns, featuring various sweets, drinks, and decorative lamps on a dark wooden wall background.
An alternative couple embracing each other in a dark, snowy forest with trees and a fallen tree in the background. Photography by Kai Bass Photo.
A couple in formal attire dancing and playing with snow on a small wooden bridge in a snowy wooded area. Photography by Kai Bass Photo.
A couple dressed in wedding attire standing on a white bridge in a park with tall trees and green foliage, smiling and laughing.
A couple dancing closely at their wedding reception, with the groom in a blue suit and the bride in a white wedding dress with a veil, smiling and looking into each other's eyes.
A close-up view through the gap between two large tree trunks shows a couple in wedding attire sharing a moment in a forested area, with trees and foliage in the background.
A couple sharing a tender moment outdoors in a lush green forest, dressed in formal wedding attire. The man has a bald head, glasses, and a full beard, wearing a dark suit with a floral boutonniere. The woman has long red hair and glasses, wearing a
A couple sharing an embrace outdoors in winter, smiling and close to each other amidst falling snow, with snow-covered trees in the background.
A bride holding a bouquet is walking down the aisle at an outdoor wedding ceremony, with guests standing and watching in a tented setting.
A close-up of a couple at their wedding, leaning in for a kiss under a white veil, with floral decorations nearby.
Groom and groomsmens standing in a wedding ceremony outdoors, exchanging vows under a decorated canopy with greenery and white flowers.
A person in a dark suit is holding a small bottle of glue and decorating a small wooden table with green vines, white flowers, and small glass bottles, in an outdoor setting with greenery in the background.
A group of young women in teal silky pajamas lying on a bed, smiling and hugging each other in a cozy hotel room.

What happens now?

Well, I want to talk to you!

And at this point you’ve picked up on that I have a relatively dry sense of humor and I’m big on developing relationships and the whole emotional thing. You’re in love. Me too.

We’re obviously a perfect match, so give me your details below and we can have a chat.

tell me more about your wedding

Portrait of a man with long hair and beard, wearing glasses, a beanie, and a septum piercing, indoors with a dim background.