Last updated September 26, 2026 · ranked from 628 Google reviews · How we rank
This guide to the best photographers in Birmingham, MI keeps the focus inside the city: every entry is located in Birmingham, MI itself. Enchanted Photography by Marla Michele Must leads the list with a 4.9 Google rating from 561 reviews, the largest review count among these six entries. Blaine Siesser Photography follows with a 5-star rating from 19 reviews, while Speak Life Photography has a 5-star rating from nine. Sam Sarkis Photography holds a 4.7 rating from 27 reviews. A. Poppy Photography and Lewis Portraits each have a 5-star rating from six reviews. These ratings and review counts provide a starting point for comparing photographers within Birmingham, MI.
2Blaine Siesser PhotographyBlaine Siesser has photographed more than 450 weddings over 19 years, with reviewers praising major moments and candid shots.
3Speak Life PhotographyReviewers describe help with engagement posing, outdoor lighting, backdrops and wedding-day photo timelines.
4.9(561)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 561 reviews (Google rating)
Photographer
Open now · closes 12:00 AM
Clear posing guidance and attention to individual personalities help Enchanted Photography by Marla Michele Must earn the No. 1 spot in Birmingham, MI. Reviewers describe comfortable senior sessions, thoughtful pacing and a creative use of everyday settings for graduation portraits. One parent also notes that Marla incorporated dance shots into her daughter's senior pictures. The business offers family, equine and dance photography alongside milestone portraits, with a 4.9 Google rating from 561 reviews. Sessions at the W Frank St business require appointments.
Senior portrait sessions
Clear posing guidance
Dance and equine
“Marla is amazing!! She makes you feel so confident and comfortable during your session. She pays such good attention to detail and makes you feel like your best self! I couldn’t be more please with my experience! If you are looking for s…”
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5.0(19)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 19 reviews (Google rating)
Wedding photographer
More than 450 weddings over a 19-year career give Blaine Siesser Photography a substantial foundation for its No. 2 ranking in Birmingham, MI. Siesser focuses on natural moments and spontaneous composition with a fine art sensibility, and his work has appeared in Martha Stewart Weddings and The New York Times. The business holds a 5-star Google rating from 19 reviews. Reviewers describe him as professional, flexible and easy to work with, with one wedding client specifically praising his handling of both major moments and candid shots.
450-plus weddings photographed
Fine art approach
Easy to work with
“Loved working with Blaine. Very professional and easy to work with.”
5.0(9)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 9 reviews (Google rating)
Photographer
Open now · closes 5:00 PM
Guidance before and during a shoot earns Speak Life Photography the No. 3 spot. Reviewers describe help with engagement-photo posing, outdoor lighting and backdrops, plus planning a wedding-day picture timeline. Other comments praise attention to detail, patience and efforts to capture the pictures clients wanted. Based at 261 E Maple Rd, Suite 211, in Birmingham, MI, the business holds a 5-star Google rating from nine reviews. One reviewer also highlights customized package options for a personalized session.
Engagement photo guidance
Wedding timeline help
Customized package options
“Stellar work with impeccable attention to detail !”
4.7(27)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 27 reviews (Google rating)
Photographer
Wedding-day comfort and attention to detail help earn Sam Sarkis Photography the No. 5 spot. Reviewers praise his ability to put people at ease, capture meaningful moments, and deliver beautiful wedding and engagement photographs; one also notes quick photo delivery. A headshot client describes a clean, bright studio and satisfaction with the results. Based at 219 N Old Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI, the business covers weddings, events, and portraits across Metro Detroit and holds a 4.7 Google rating from 27 reviews.
Weddings and engagements
Portraits and headshots
Wheelchair-accessible parking
“Sam Sarkis was an incredible wedding photographer! He was professional, friendly, and made everyone feel comfortable throughout the day. The photos are absolutely beautiful and captured every special moment perfectly. We couldn’t be happ…”
5.0(6)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews (Google rating)
Photographer
Closed today
Putting children and camera-shy family members at ease is a recurring theme in reviews of A. Poppy Photography at 200 S Elm St in Birmingham, MI. Clients describe fun sessions with toddlers and shy children, while others mention returning for family photographs over several years. That feedback, alongside a 5-star Google rating from six reviews, earns it rank 6. The photographer, a former elementary teacher, specializes in families, seniors, children, and couples; one reviewer also praises her surprise engagement photography.
Relaxed family sessions
Repeat family clients
Engagement photography
“We have been fortunate enough to have our family photographed by Andrea multiple times over the years, and each experience has been nothing short of amazing. She has captured beautiful outdoor family sessions, her incredible black-and-wh…”
5.0(6)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews (Google rating)
Photographer
Open now · closes 5:00 PM
Wedding and family-event reviews earn Lewis Portraits the No. 7 spot among photographers in Birmingham, MI. Couples describe clear communication, reasonable pricing, and photographers who used humor to encourage natural smiles. One birthday-party client appreciated being able to enjoy the celebration while the photographer captured moments with friends and family. Wedding photography and videography both appear in the reviews. Based on East Maple Road, the business has a 5-star Google rating from six reviews and wheelchair-accessible parking.
Wedding photo and video
Clear communication
Family event coverage
“Chuck was great to deal with for our wedding. The price was good and he was amazing at communication through the whole process.
Nick (the photographer) was also amazing! We ended up with over 1,500 pictures from a 6 hour shoot. Some …”
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How we ranked this list
Each photographer is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Birmingham category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Which photographers in Birmingham, MI offer senior and family portraits?
Enchanted Photography by Marla Michele Must explicitly offers senior, graduation, and family photography. A. Poppy Photography specializes in families, seniors, children, and couples. Faytlin Yakov’s reviewers describe senior portraits and family sessions with children ages 2 and 7.
Who offers wedding photography and videography in Birmingham, MI?
Lewis Portraits, at 1025 E Maple Rd, b7, has a client review describing both photography and videography for a wedding. Other wedding-photography options include Sam Sarkis Photography and Blaine Siesser Photography at 219 N Old Woodward Ave, plus Speak Life Photography at 261 E Maple Rd, Suite 211.
Which Birmingham, MI photographers have the most Google reviews?
Enchanted Photography by Marla Michele Must leads this guide with 561 reviews and a 4.9 rating. Sam Sarkis Photography follows with 27 reviews and a 4.7 rating, while Blaine Siesser Photography has 19 reviews and a 5.0 rating. Speak Life Photography has a 5.0 rating from 9 reviews.
Which photographers in Birmingham, MI list weekend hours?
Lewis Portraits lists Saturday and Sunday hours of 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Faytlin Yakov lists both days from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Speak Life Photography lists Saturday hours of 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Enchanted Photography lists 24-hour daily hours and requires appointments.
Where can I get professional headshots in Birmingham, MI?
A Sam Sarkis Photography reviewer specifically describes a studio headshot session at the business, located at 219 N Old Woodward Ave. A Faytlin Yakov reviewer describes photos for a professional profile; that business is at 1000 S Old Woodward Ave, #102. Their phone numbers are 248-538-9411 and 248-227-4513, respectively.
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