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Welcoming a newborn into your family is one of life’s most tender, fleeting seasons. Choosing the right photographer matters! Amelia Renee Photography specializes in capturing those soft, love-filled moments with a gentle, natural approach that keeps your baby’s comfort and safety first. Amelia creates a calm, relaxed environment so you can soak in the experience while she preserves every tiny detail, from delicate eyelashes to sleepy smiles. With her timeless, light-filled style and thoughtful attention to family connection, your newborn session becomes more than just photos; it becomes a heartfelt keepsake you’ll treasure for generations.
Springtime senior photos at Iowa State are a must. ;) I have a few weeknight evenings open for grad pictures at ISU in Ames this year, as well as at Drake University and Grandview in Des Moines. Reach out to schedule your session now!
Fashion week happened in Seoul in the fall of 2025, and I was able to enjoy the ambiance and sights at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza. Not much later, Mia (an aspiring model herself!) and I snapped some “fashion inspired” photos at the DDP. There was live jazz music, people enjoying the warm weekend evening, and just a comfortable ambiance. I would love to do more of this style of work in the future!
Winter engagement photos are most magical when there’s fresh snow on the ground, or in the air! Sam and Luke met me on a cold day to try something new (a winter bonfire with s’mores!) before heading to a park to embrace the chilly December afternoon. I’m so glad these two crossed paths with me and can’t wait for their Downtown Des Moines wedding in summer of 2026!!
A dog who listens to me and poses, and a cute couple!? What else could make this frigid Monday in Des Moines a little more cozy? Grab a hot cocoa or coffee, and snuggle up to enjoy some golden hour photos of a warm summer night in central Des Moines! I love being a photographer in Iowa when it looks like this!!
"The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes." -Proust
South Korea will always have a part of my heart. I’m so thankful for the three months I was able to live and study in this beautiful country.
Little boys are active and constantly on the move, so doing a lifestyle session may be exactly what you need to capture this season of young family life! Enjoy a fun summertime family session, set in Central Iowa, during golden hour.
A cute new home, and a really sweet couple, makes for the perfect snow day! I loved getting to see Brittnee and David again this fall, to celebrate their new house and moving in just before the holidays. Enjoy this cozy at home photo session in Altoona!!
The Des Moines botanical gardens is ranked as one of the best places to propose. As someone who has been part of multiple proposal stories (as well as weddings!) at the Gardens, I completely agree. Any season of the year, this space sets a scene of beauty and joy… a perfect backdrop to your engagement story! Click to see more of this particular couple.
A simple, elegant summer wedding day in the stunning historic Iowa State Polk Courthouse!!
Des Moines never disappoints me with the perfect senior photo locations, and the coolest seniors. I loved getting to hang out with Kenzie, who will graduate from South East Polk High School! She’s a fun and kind gal, and I’m so glad we got to spend time capturing her smile and style this summer.
Capturing multi-generational families brings me a lot of joy- especially when they’re people I dearly love!! After becoming close friends with Kinsey, her family has welcomed me into their hearts. They’ve even let me celebrate holidays with them! I’m so glad we got to capture this season of their growing crew.
Nothing makes my heart happier than a gorgeous spring wedding with an elegant, floral-inspired backyard white tent reception! A day focused on family, friends, and celebrating in the prettiest Iowa backyard… I can’t wait for you to see it.
Des Moines has so many gorgeous hotels, luxury wedding venues, and incredible corners to discover. So much so, that this couple decided to hold their wedding here! Granted, Kaylan grew up not far from DSM, but she and Matt met in Texas and live in Colorado…so anything was an option. Enjoy the photography from this elegant wedding day!
Kids bring so much energy and unpredictability to life - and sessions. This one went smoothly and has me wondering if morning sessions are the way to go!? I’m always excited to capture the changing seasons of life, especially for past clients and friends!!! Cedar Falls, I love you. Thank you for letting me use this park one last time. ;)
The Hive at Busy Bee blends elegance and simple midwestern beauty. I loved getting to capture this stunning summer wedding day! Thankfully, the rain stopped in early morning and some clouds provided sporadic relief throughout this muggy July wedding day. This venue is one I hope to be back at for another wedding as photographer in the future!
November weddings haven’t been the most common, but they’re growing in popularity and I honestly love it. The penultimate month has a calm beauty to it, nestled between the heart of fall and the chaos of Christmas. Clara and Duy planned a stunning mid-November wedding in gorgeous Middlebury, Vermont (the town they met and fell in love in) - and it didn’t disappoint at all!
Decided to make the header a fun little behind the scenes photo from my evening with this family! I can’t believe it’s been 4 years since Alex & Andy said vows at the Little Brown Church, and held a backyard reception just blocks away from where they live now with two of the cutest little girls in Cedar Falls:)
Some reflections and remembrances after my first trip to South Korea- you can find the blog post for Japan soon!