Grand Haven, MI. | Pier

Today I decided to break away from the office and journey out to the frozen pier. Lately I haven't been enjoying my surroundings as much as I should. Michigan is so beautiful and has so much to offer, sometimes we just get caught up in the rat race. I have to say, it was quite relaxing but I froze my butt off.

Porto Bello | Grand Haven, MI.

Today I had a blast shooting photos of one of my favorite restaurants in town. If you're ever in Grand Haven, MI. be sure to stop by the Harbourfront Building and enjoy a wonderful lunch or dinner at Porto.

Awesome Lodging in Grand Haven, MI.

If your planning on a West Michigan wedding or a fun get away, check out Clinton Cove Condos. Owner, Kari Klein is such a wonderful person. Daily or weekly rentals are available, check them out www.homeaway.com or drop her a email at karirklein@yahoo.com or call 616.638.1262. Be sure to tell her you heard about Clinton Cove Condos at Craig Watson Photography :)

David + Shannon | Manistee, MI.

Last month I closed out the 2009 wedding season with a really fun and well, not so common wedding, in Manistee, Michigan at the Little River Casino. Ok, so I said not so common. I have never had Mr. and Mrs. Claus show up to a reception and hand out gifts to the guests, it was pretty awesome. I've been really good friends with the groom, David since meeting him in college in 2005, and since I know him very well, I knew his wedding was going to be a lot of fun. It was so wonderful seeing how much his new bride, Shannon truly loves him. David is such a huge hearted person, Shannon has found a person who will love her for eternity. With that being said, Shannon I commend you for putting up with him on a daily basis :) Love you guys and enjoy the photos.

A special thank you to my wonderful assistant, Jen Morse for all her hard work. You rock girl!

Welcome Judson

On Dec. 10th my new little nephew Judson James was born. This little dude is the cutest little man I've ever seen. His big sister Izzy decided his name isn't Judson, "you can call him Judson but I'm going to call him Spiderman". It's going to be so much fun watching these two grow up together. Congratulation Ang and Scott.

IZZY

Since I'm going to be an uncle for the second time tomorrow, I thought I would post a photo from this fall of the greatest little girl in my life. My little niece, Izzy has brought so much joy to my life over these past 3.5 years. Good luck tomorrow Sis, I'm praying for a little boy:)

Michelle + Tony | Engaged

At the end of November myself and my wonderful girlfriend Trisha traveled down state to Detroit to meet up with Michelle and Tony for their engagement shoot. Earlier in the day it was pouring down rain here on the west side of the state but the sun was shinning and the weather was great over in Detroit. Well during out 3 hour trip down the rain decided to follow us. Michelle and Tony were troopers though. We grabbed an umbrella and headed out. I know Michelle was a little unsure of how the photos were going to turn out, with her hair getting wet and the rain not letting up. I can't tell you how excited I am for these two to see the outcome. These photos turned out great! Can't wait to see you again Michelle and Tony, and thanks for the great dinner.