We are pumped to announce an amazing giveaway in partnership with another local wedding vendor, Beloved Art Design! The winner will receive a live wedding painting from an artist who will capture a moment of their choice during their wedding, with the painter on site for the event!

This unique prize is valued at $2000 and will add a magical touch to your special day, capturing the essence of your wedding as it happens.

About Beloved Art Design

Meet Amanda Serafano, the talented artist behind Beloved Art Design. Amanda is based in Metro Detroit, Michigan, specializing in Live Wedding Painting. Her artistic expertise goes beyond weddings, capturing the beauty of all of life’s special moments through her beautiful paintings. Amanda’s style is deeply inspired by her love of nature and her connections with others. Her keen eye for detail and passion for capturing the essence of her subjects make her work unique and personal for each client. Whether it’s a stunning wedding painting or a one-of-a-kind commission, Amanda brings your vision to life with her exceptional talent.

What You Can Win

• Live wedding painting by Beloved Art Design
• 16×20 painting capturing a moment of your choice from the ceremony or reception.
• Artist will be at your wedding for up to 7 hours, plus additional studio time to perfect your piece.
• Prize Valued at $2,000

How to Enter

• Complete the entry form on our website. 
• BONUS ENTRIES: Follow @mikestaffproductions and @belovedartdesign on Instagram.

Eligibility

• Giveaway Period: The giveaway runs from July 10, 2024, to July 26, 2024.
• Open to couples getting married in Metro Detroit in 2024 & 2025
• Couples already booked with Mike Staff Productions are eligible to enter
• Must be a legal resident of the continental United States, 18 years or older.
• Official Rules & Conditions

Why Enter? Live Wedding Painting – The Entertainment Factor

Having a live wedding painter at your reception does more than just provide you with a once-in-a-lifetime moment captured on canvas—it also adds a fun element of entertainment for your guests. Watching Amanda Serafano work her magic in real-time is a mesmerizing experience that will captivate your friends and family. Guests can see the painting come to life before their eyes, adding a dynamic and engaging touch to your celebration. This interactive entertainment is a unique way to keep your guests enthralled and make your wedding stand out.

We love partnering with trusted, local vendors like Beloved Art Design to make your wedding an unforgettable experience. A live wedding painting adds a unique and artistic element to your celebration, creating a cherished keepsake that you can treasure forever. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to win a live wedding painting by Amanda Serafano of Beloved Art Design.

Enter the giveaway here.

Good luck to all our wonderful couples, and we can’t wait to see who the lucky winner will be!

Live Wedding Painting Gallery

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When you’re in the depths of wedding planning, what happens after you officially tie the knot, is not the first thing on your mind. But we like to lay all of our cards on the table so you know what to expect after your wedding, from the beginning. In this blog, we’re taking you behind the scenes of our post-production process and giving you a first-hand look at how we live up to our wedding photo and video turnaround time guarantee so you’re never be left wondering when you’ll be able to relive the wedding memories you paid good money to have documented.

Wedding Videography Turnaround

• 12 weeks from your wedding date
  • 8 weeks from your wedding date with our Team Approach Package
• Convenient download of your mini-movie and documentary film
• Internet upload of the highlight video
• Copyrights to make additional copies 

Our Process

We have a fully staffed post-production team in place that gets this editing done in a timely fashion and gets it done right. Our editors sit down with hours and hours worth of footage to work with to create the documentary of your love story. While each editor and videographer has their own style, they are in the business of making your personality and wedding style shine.

B-Roll. You can’t be everywhere, yet you don’t want to miss a thing on your wedding day. Our wedding videographers will, of course, capture all of the big moments on your wedding day:

• Getting ready
• Ceremony
• Romantics session
• Reception events
  • Cake cutting
  • Speeches
  • Formal dances
  • Bouquet Toss
  • Dancing (ETC.)

Our videographers will also capture the smaller moments of your wedding day you didn’t necessarily see or experience.

• Reception & ceremony decorations
• Cocktail hour mingling
• Wardrobe accessories
  • Jewelry
  • Shoes
  • Invitations
  • Floral arrangements

One way our editors set the tone is through a b-roll, in other words, additional video that helps fill in the blanks to create a fluid film. For example, when you see the home where you grew up and got ready on your wedding day, you’ll experience ‘all the feels’ and be transported to the moment again no matter how many years have passed.

Wedding Photography Turnaround 

Two Fridays After Wedding

• 10 Preview Photos
• Uploaded to Mike Staff Productions Facebook Page

One Month Anniversary

• Link to Full Online Gallery
• Link to First Album Draft (if purchased)
• Final images are delivered by convenient digital download, with full personal copyright

Our Process

We are so honored and grateful to be able to capture so many couples’ wedding photography every weekend but that does not mean we can’t keep up with our work! It fact, it’s the opposite. Our team of editors has a specific system in place to make sure they can focus on every wedding day with the attention they deserve.

You will never find one of our editors juggling multiple weddings at one time just to get the job done quickly. The size of our post-production team allows each person to concentrate on one wedding at a time before moving on to another. Think of your wedding photos as hundreds of fragile packages, every photo will be handled with love and care.

Editing. We want your wedding images to be as authentic as possible. When it comes to post-production, the images will receive color correction and exposure balancing so that they are print-ready.

In reality, how the images turn out in the editing room is thought about while the photographer is taking the pictures; proper lighting, surroundings, the angle. So, think of the post-production process as an enhancement of your photos.

Contact. You’ll be able to celebrate your one-month anniversary by looking at the entire photography gallery. When your wedding images are ready for viewing, a member from our graphic design team will notify you via email and be available to answer any questions, if needed.

One of the most valuable items you get back (for free) is a personal copyright release. This allows you to display and re-print your wedding images from the printer of your choice.  At Mike Staff Productions, we believe that when you pay for wedding photography, you should get your copyrights without additional fees.

Wedding Album. There’s just something special about turning each page of your wedding album. Your eyes can soak up every detail you worked endlessly to plan, while your heart re-lives every powerful emotion — all through imagery. On the same day, you’re able to view your full photo gallery, our graphic design team will also present you with a link to the first draft of your album! (How exciting!) From that point, in collaboration with our graphic design team, you’ll be allowed to revise your wedding album layout up to three times before it goes to print.

At Mike Staff Productions, we’ve built our whole business around reclaiming the fun in your wedding planning. Ready to start?

The Mike Staff Productions Guarantee

At Mike Staff Productions, we trust that you’ll choose the perfect person to work with because you know what you want on your wedding day!  There’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all wedding DJ, photographer or videographer – we get that, that’s why we invite you to be a part of the planning process.

Let’s bring your wedding vision to life!

GET MY PRICING

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It’s that time of year again when you get the chance to support your favorite local businesses through Local 4’s Vote 4 The Best Contest! Guess what? Mike Staff Productions is up for not one but TWO nominations in the Weddings Category!

• Best Wedding DJ
• Best Wedding Videography

How to Vote: 

Voting starts Friday, June 15, and runs through July 15! It’s easy to click the links above to vote for each category or head to clickondetroit.com/4thebest. When voting for the first time, you’ll need to register using your email. Then you’ll get a link sent to your email so you can vote. You can then vote once per hour!

BONUS TIP: If you close your browser or sign out, you will have to sign in again and vote using the link sent to your email.

2017 Winner: Vote 4 the Best

Hundreds of thousands of you across metro Detroit voted for their favorite local businesses over the summer and the results for Local 4’s 2017 Vote 4 the Best contest are in…Thanks to YOU — Mike Staff Productions won both the Best Wedding DJ and Best Wedding Videography categories.

We want to give a BIG thank you to everyone who took the time to show us the love; all of our clients, supporters, and vendor friends who voted for us. Thank you to all of our wedding DJs, photographers and videographers for their deep desire to make our brides happy, their hard work, commitment, and heart to serve!

2013 Winner: Vote 4 the Best 

Detroit has voted the incredible team at Mike Staff Productions “The Best” in 3 different wedding categories! The WDIV-TV Channel 4 “Click on Detroit Best of” contest voted us Best DJs (our 7th consecutive year), Best Photographers & Best Videographers.

We want to give a BIG thank you to everyone who participated in Vote 4 The Best Guide in Detroit. Thank you to all our clients, supporters, and vendor friends who voted for us. Thank you as well to our all our DJs, photographers and videographers for their deep desire to make our brides happy, their hard work, commitment, and heart to serve!

While the best gauge of how well we are doing always comes from the “hug at the end of the night” – it is still extremely rewarding to be recognized publicly. Thank you for making it all worthwhile.

Don’t trust your event to anyone else. Mike Staff Productions would be honored to bring your vision to life. Let’s get started!

The Mike Staff Productions Guarantee

At Mike Staff Productions, we trust that you’ll choose the perfect person to work with because you know what you want on your wedding day!  There’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all wedding DJ, photographer or videographer – we get that, that’s why we invite you to be a part of the planning process.

Let’s bring your wedding vision to life!

GET MY PRICING

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Photo booths have become a staple at weddings, offering not just entertainment but personalized keepsakes that guests and couples love. Considering how quickly event costs can accumulate, it’s essential to opt for services that provide both memorable experiences and great value. That’s why our partnership with ShutterBooth, Metro Detroit’s premier photo booth company, is so vital. With ShutterBooth photo booth rental, you get a team known for their professionalism and engaging booths, ensuring that your investment pays off in smiles and savings alike. This collaboration means that while you focus on creating unforgettable memories, you can trust us to bring you quality and affordability.

Why Choose Professional Over DIY

When it comes to capturing memories, the last thing you want is a camera malfunction, a backdrop falling apart, or a distracted operator.  A professional photo booth service like ShutterBooth eliminates these risks, bringing high-quality equipment, reliable service, and a seamless experience to your event. With ShutterBooth, you’re not just renting a photo booth; you’re ensuring every snap captures a memory without a hitch.

A Look at ShutterBooth’s Offerings

ShutterBooth is not just any photo booth service. With over 1,000,000 memories captured at more than 15,000 events, they offer studio-quality photo services:

• Open-air experiences
• Green screen technology
• SLO MO video option
• Animated GIFs

Exclusive Partnership Benefits

Special Discounts for Mike Staff Productions Clients

To make these top-notch photo booth services more accessible, Mike Staff Productions’ clients enjoy an exclusive $100 discount off the lowest price ShutterBooth package you select. This partnership not only adds value but also makes premium photo booth services a part of your event without stretching your budget.

The ShutterBooth Experience

Award-Winning Service

ShutterBooth’s excellence hasn’t gone unnoticed; they’ve earned numerous accolades such as the Knot Best of Weddings, the Knot Hall of Fame, and the Wedding Wire Couples Choice Award. These are testaments to their commitment to quality and outstanding service.

Community Commitment

At ShutterBooth, it’s not just about snapping fun photos; they truly care about making a difference. And guess what? So do we at Mike Staff Productions! Both of our companies dedicate 10% of our annual sales to support various charities. It’s a big part of why we love working with ShutterBooth. When you choose us for your event, you’re not just getting great service; you’re also helping us give back to the community. It’s a win-win, really—great memories for you, and a helping hand for others.

Why Photo Booths Are Making a Comeback

The Trend of Personalization and Unique Experiences

Today’s events are all about personalization. Guests seek unique, memorable experiences, and modern photo booths have evolved to meet this demand. From customizable backdrops and props to prints that guests can take home as keepsakes, photo booths now offer more than just photos; they create experiences tailored to each event’s theme and guest preferences.

The Role of Social Media

In our digital age, social media plays a pivotal role in how experiences are shared. Photo booths now come with instant social media sharing capabilities, allowing guests to upload their fun moments online in real-time. This not only amplifies the fun but also extends the reach of your event’s memorable moments far beyond the actual day.

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I love Thanksgiving Day.

Giving thanks unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, and confusion into clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. With that in mind, here are just a few of the things I’m thankful for today (in no particular order – except for the first few – haha) …

• THE DETROIT LIONS! (We’re gonna WIN the Super Bowl!)
• Dan Campbell
• Detroit Grit!
• 85” of high-definition bliss to watch the Lions win on.
• Healthy food
• Love
• My healthy, kind and ambitious daughters, Bailey & Ella
• The incredible blessing of following Jesus
• The Sleeping Bear Dunes
• My English Bulldog, Rox. (My dog ROCKS!, get it?)
• Clean water (something a BILLION people in the world don’t have today. Think about that!)
• Sandy toes
• Deep conversations
• Shallow conversations (LOL)
• The Gym
• My pickup truck (I’m driving it to 300,000 miles!)
• Palm Trees
• My cousin Kim … one of my favorite people on earth!
• Super creative people
• Party Point on Long Lake, Traverse City
• God’s protection and promises
• The Michigan Wolverines (GO BLUE!)
• Blue skies
• Funny people
• Belly laughs
• Truth (there is such a thing)
• The freedom, safety, and overwhelming blessings of living in the USA!
• A black, double-jointed jitterbug. One of my favorite lures.
• Options
• Spotify
• A simple connection by smiling at a stranger
• Forgiveness
• The Black Crowes
• People who give more than they take
• Warm Caribbean water
• Great books and the unlimited knowledge they possess
• The fact that the only memories I have of my mom are happy ones.
• The change in the seasons
• Patient people
• LOUD music
• Kindness
• My pontoon boat … my favorite toy in the whole world!
• Thunderstorms at night
• The honor of working with Bright Hope (brighthope.org) to help serve the Lord.
• Family and great friends
• Big dreams and worthwhile goals
• The smell of campfires
• Funny people
• Coffee in the morning (Mmmmmmmmm!)
• Health
• Sunrises
• Sunsets
• Camp Missinit Hunting Camp
• The power of prayer
• Our military men & women (and their families)
• Blue skies
• Kind people
• My increasing patience (still a work in progress, but I’m committed to it!)
• Food pantries & shelters, and the incredible volunteers that work them
• Gracious people
• Live music
• The gift of being passionate about things in life. Life is too short for “ho-hum”

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect on your own blessings. Let’s remember to be thankful not just today, but every day.

GO LIONS!

Mike Staff

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Hey there soon-to-be bride or groom! Planning your dream Detroit wedding is an exciting journey, but have you considered the potential challenges that big events can bring?

• Picture this: you’re ready to say “I do,” but suddenly, traffic jams and parking nightmares threaten to derail your perfectly planned wedding timeline.
• And what about those stunning wedding photos? With crowds and limited access to popular locations, you might not be able to get the photos you envisioned.

Planning ahead for your Detroit wedding is key! In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the art of wedding preparation in the midst of downtown Detroit’s buzzing event scene.

2023 Events That Could Affect Your Detroit Wedding:

• May 27-29, 2023 Movement Festival 
  • Held in Detroit’s Hart Plaza every Memorial Day weekend since 2006, this annual festival celebrates Detroit’s hallowed place in techno and EDM history by bringing together an expansive bill of DJs and artists.
• June 2-4, 2023 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear
  • The 1.7-mile downtown route features 10 turns and a u-turn at the Joe Louis fist on Jefferson Avenue. The downtown course would include running Jefferson, from Rivard down to Hart Plaza, doubling back toward Bates and then taking Atwater and other streets back past the Renaissance Center and back to Rivard.
• June 9-10, 2023 Taylor Swift Eras Tour 
  • Swift’s concert is scheduled to be at Ford Field in Detroit on June 9 & 10, 2023 and you better believe other downtown events (like weddings) will be greatly impacted, but more on that here.
• June 10-11, 2023 Motor City Pride Festival
  • Motor City Pride is Michigan’s largest pride celebration, with over 50,000 participants. The event will be located in Detroit’s Hart Plaza. Festival: 1 p.m.-9 p.m.
• June 27- July 02, 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic 
  • Metro Detroit welcomes back the Rocket Mortgage Classic for the 5th time to the Detroit Golf Club! All public parking Thursday-Sunday will be at Wayne State University, with shuttle service to and from Detroit Golf Club.
• June 29-30, 2023 Morgan Wallan Tour (Ford Field)
• July 8-9, 2023 Drake Concert (LCA)
  • Drake and 21 Savage will perform at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday, July 8 and Sunday, July 9. Both shows are scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.
• July 14 – 15, 2023 Kid Rock Tour (LCA) 
• July 15, 2023 Ed Sheeran Tour (Ford Field)
• August 5, 2023 WWE: Summerslam (Ford Field)
• August 5, 2023 Madonna Concert (LCA)
  • The pop megastar will perform her first local concert in eight years when she plays at Little Caesars Arena on Aug. 5 as part of her Celebration Tour.
• October 13-15, 2023 Detroit Free Press Marathon
  • The 2023 Marathon route is going internationally again in 2023 and kept the additions of Detroit features like the Woodbridge neighborhood, the District Detroit, Eastern Market, the Dequindre Cut and a finish line at the foot of Campus Martius. Full Marathon Route.

2024 Summer Events That Could Affect Your Detroit Wedding

• March 29-31, 2024 NCAA March Madness
  • Experience March Madness® in Detroit on March 29 & 31, 2024 at Little Caesars Arena when the University of Detroit Mercy and Oakland University host the Midwest Regional of the NCAA ® Division I Men’s Basketball Championship.
• April 25-27, 2024 NFL Draft
  • The area around Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza will serve as the event site for the Draft, which has become one of the most anticipated sports events of the year for the hundreds of thousands of fans who attend the three-day event and millions more who watch and engage around the world.

Construction You Need to Know About

• Belle Isle Conservatory closed until 2024
• Weekly road construction updates from MDOT 
• George George Park parking lot under construction summer 2023
  • It is scheduled to be completed late August/September this year. This means that George George will have almost no parking at all for the summer. If a bridal party wants to use the park, they can pull up and disembark from their limo but have to walk through the construction zone to get to the main area of the park.

Avoid Wedding Day Disasters: Tips to Protect Your Big Day

Plan Early and Communicate: Start your wedding planning process well in advance, especially if it coincides with a big event. Secure your venue, vendors, and accommodations as early as possible. Be sure to communicate with your wedding team and guests about the event’s impact, potential challenges, and any necessary adjustments to schedules or logistics.

Check Event Dates and Locations: Bravo! You’re already doing that by reading this blog Stay informed about the specific dates, locations, and anticipated impact of the big event. Keep an eye on road closures, parking restrictions, and changes in public transportation routes. Consider adjusting your wedding date or venue if the event’s footprint directly conflicts with your plans.

Transportation Logistics: Arrange transportation options for your guests, ensuring they can navigate the event-related traffic or parking challenges smoothly. Consider providing shuttle services or sharing detailed transportation information to help guests reach your wedding venue hassle-free.

Communicate with Vendors: Reach out to your wedding vendors and discuss the potential impact of the event on their services. Ensure they are aware of the event’s schedule and any logistical changes it might entail. Collaborate with them to find suitable alternatives or workarounds if needed.

Photography Planning: If your desired Detroit wedding photography locations are affected by the event, work with your photographer to identify alternative spots or capture the essence of the event itself as part of your wedding photos. Downtown Detroit has many picturesque areas, so be open to exploring different backdrops that still showcase the city’s charm.

Inform Your Guests: Keep your guests informed about the event and its potential impact on their travel plans, parking options, and accommodations. Share relevant information, such as alternative parking areas, public transportation details, and suggested routes, to help them navigate the city smoothly.

Flexibility and Contingency Plans: Embrace flexibility and have contingency plans in place. Consider potential scenarios and prepare backup options for outdoor ceremonies or receptions if needed. By being adaptable and prepared, you can navigate any unforeseen challenges with ease and ensure a memorable wedding day.

Embrace the Energy: While big events may bring some logistical challenges, they also infuse the city with vibrant energy and unique experiences. Embrace the excitement and incorporate elements of the event into your wedding, such as themed decorations, event-inspired cocktails, or after-party arrangements, to make your celebration even more memorable.

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Mike Staff Productions is pleased to announce that our team has been selected as a 2024 ­­winner of The Knot Best of Weddings, an accolade representing the highest- and most-rated wedding professionals as reviewed by real couples, their families and wedding guests on The Knot, a leading wedding planning and registry brand and app. Mike Staff Productions is honored to be a winner of this award ever since its inception 18 years ago.

In its eighteenth annual year, The Knot continues its long-standing tradition of supporting local wedding vendors with The Knot Best of Weddings 2024, an annual by-couples, for-couples guide to the top wedding professionals across the country. This year, five percent of thousands of local wedding professionals listed on The Knot received this distinguished award.

“We are obviously very pleased with this recognition by the people that matter most…brides & grooms! Mike Staff Productions works very hard to give our clients incredible wedding services, and this is just one more sign that our commitment is paying off”. Mike Staff, CEO

Thank You

We have to thank our incredibly talented DJs, photographers, videographers, editors, and client service reps who pour their creative hearts into making the wedding day memorable for our clients. Their hard work, “heart to serve”, creativity, and excellence can be seen throughout Mike Staff Productions, leading to our rating as The Knot Best Of Wedding 2020 pick.

2023 Winner

The team at Mike Staff Productions is pleased to announce that we have been selected as a 20223 ­­winner in The Knot Best of Weddings!

2022 Winner

The team at Mike Staff Productions is pleased to announce that we have been selected as a 2022 ­­winner in The Knot Best of Weddings!

2021 Winner

The team at Mike Staff Productions is pleased to announce that we have been selected as a 2021 ­­winner in The Knot Best of Weddings!

2020 Winner

The team at Mike Staff Productions is pleased to announce that we have been selected as a 2020 ­­winner in The Knot Best of Weddings!

2019 Winner 

Well, this is exciting & we have YOU to thank! The team at Mike Staff Productions is pleased to announce that we have been selected as a 2019 ­­winner in The Knot Best of Weddings! Hooray! 

2018 Winner 

Well, this is exciting & we have YOU to thank! The team at Mike Staff Productions is pleased to announce that we have been selected as a 2018 ­­winner in The Knot Best of Weddings! Hooray! 

2017 Winner 

The team at Mike Staff Productions is pleased to announce that we have been selected as a 2017 ­­winner in The Knot Best of Weddings! 

2016 Winner 

The team at Mike Staff Productions is pleased to announce that we have been selected as a 2016 ­­winner in The Knot Best of Weddings! 

2015 Winner 

The team at Mike Staff Productions is pleased to announce that we have been selected as a 2015 ­­winner in The Knot Best of Weddings! 

2014 Winner 

The team at Mike Staff Productions is pleased to announce that we have been selected as a 2015 ­­winner in The Knot Best of Weddings! 

2013: Knot Hall of Fame Inductee

We are proud to announce that Mike Staff Productions has been selected by The Knot Wedding Network to be inducted into The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame. The Knot Wedding Network inducted wedding professionals who have won four Best of Wedding awards since 2007 into this new VIP group at the Wedding MBA event in Las Vegas today. This award is given to honor the top wedding vendors across the US who have had a long-standing dedication to brides and who have shown excellence in their profession.

2012 Winner

We are blown away by having the distinction of being the only wedding company in America that has been voted Best of in DJ, Photography and Videography by real brides & grooms on TheKnot.com. A BIG Thank You to all the couples that voted for us. We are grateful for the opportunity to have been able to serve you on your wedding day and honored by your support of Mike Staff Productions.

2005 – 2011 Winner

We have been honored to receive this award from The Knot every year since it’s inception.

About Best of Weddings

In 2020, only five percent of hundreds of thousands of local wedding professionals listed on The Knot received this distinguished award. In its fourteenth annual year, The Knot continues its longstanding tradition of supporting local wedding vendors with The Knot Best of Weddings 2020, an annual by-couples, for-couples guide to the top wedding professionals across the country.

To determine the winners, The Knot analyzed its millions of user reviews across various vendor categories, including venues, musicians, florists, photographers, caterers and more, to find the highest rated vendors of the year. These winners represent the best of the best wedding professionals that engaged couples should consider booking for their own unique wedding.

See first hand why so many couples rate us 5 Stars on The Knot. Go behind the scenes of these Real Weddings by Mike Staff Productions.

At Mike Staff Productions, we’ve built our whole business around reclaiming the fun in your wedding planning. Ready to start?

600+ Five-Star Reviews

The Knot Hall of Fame
15 years straight

Wedding Wire Couples’
Choice Award
10 years

Recommended by Over 150+
Detroit-Area Venues and
Wedding Professionals

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To determine these distinguished wedding professionals, WeddingWire analyzed reviews within its Vendor Directory across more than 20 service categories—from venues and caterers to florists and photographers—to find the most- and highest-rated vendors of the year.

The winners exhibit superior professionalism, responsiveness, service, and quality when interacting with the millions of couples who turn to WeddingWire to help with their wedding planning process each month. Wedding professionals who win WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Awards® are members of WeddingPro, a leading B2B wedding brand. Mike Staff Productions is honored to be one of the top vendors in Photography, DJ & Videographer in Troy on WeddingWire.

Winners are selected solely based on reviews from more than a million newlyweds and are determined by a combination of excellence in four factors: overall rating, total number of reviews, review performance, and consistency of reviews from year to year. We are honored to have earned the WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award multiple years in a row. Read our public reviews. 

2023 Winner

As a WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards® recipient, we represent the top 5% of wedding professionals on WeddingWire who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness, and professionalism. WOW! This means the world to us.

2022 Winner

As a WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards® recipient, we represent the top 5% of wedding professionals on WeddingWire who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness, and professionalism. WOW! This means the world to us.

2021 Winner

As a WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards® recipient, we represent the top 5% of wedding professionals on WeddingWire who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness, and professionalism. WOW! This means the world to us.

2020 Winner

As a WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards® recipient, we represent the top 5% of wedding professionals on WeddingWire who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness, and professionalism. WOW! This means the world to us.

2019 Winner 

As a WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards® recipient, we represent the top 5% of wedding professionals on WeddingWire who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness, and professionalism. WOW! This means the world to us.

2018 Winner

Mike Staff Productions is honored to have received a 2018 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award! As a WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards® recipient, we represent the top 5% of wedding professionals on WeddingWire who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness, and professionalism. WOW! This means the world to us. 

2016 Winner

Mike Staff Productions is honored to have received a 2016 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award! As a WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards® recipient, we represent the top 5% of wedding professionals on WeddingWire who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness, and professionalism. 

2013 Winner – Bride’s Choice

Mike Staff Productions has been selected to receive the prestigious WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards 2013! We are excited to announce Mike Staff Productions has won this prestigious award, as determined by reviews from past clients. WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards 2013 recognizes the top five percent of Wedding Professionals nationwide, based on their overall professional achievements throughout the past year.

2012 Winner – Bride’s Choice

Mike Staff Productions has been selected to receive the prestigious WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards 2012 for DJ!

“We are thrilled to be named one of the top-rated wedding professionals within the wedding community,” said Mike Staff, CEO, Mike Staff Productions. “The Bride’s Choice Award means so much to us because it is based upon the responses of actual brides. This award affirms our commitment to excellent customer service and amazing wedding experiences.”

Thank You

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Wedding Photography Workshop at Elizabeth’s Bridal Manor

Elizabeth’s Bridal Manor

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