A snowy but sweet maternity session in West Des Moines with Dalton & Morgan!
Summer evenings- when the sun sets late, the birds and cicadas provide a music (no batteries needed!) and …we can just pretend that bugs don’t exist for this moment in time. ;) Family photos in summertime are my favorite- colorful flowers and grass, blue skies, and the promise of ice cream on the way home!
Des Moines hosts many wonderful parks, and over the past few years- a few indoor studios! I’m thankful to be able to rent space when I need to for headshots. This session was especially fun for me: Megan is a past client!!
Nothing makes a fall wedding better than the sweetest people getting married! This day was full of joy and fun, and I’m a huge fan of this couple!
Benson (or Benny, as most call him!) was born early and enjoyed a long cozy stay in the NICU at Mercy. Once he was good to head home, we got him on the schedule for some newborn photos. He’s such a cutie and did so well during his photo session!!
So much of wedding planning can be overwhelming- it’s easy to get decision fatigue. Any good photographer will have plenty of location ideas for engagement photos, but here are a few to get you started planning!
I’ll rarely pass up a courthouse wedding! Heading downtown Des Moines for a sweet celebration of love, followed by photos and sometimes a fun dinner, is such a treat. This day brought the heat - both literally and metaphorically. I hope to have a few more spring and summer elopements this coming year!!
Iowa State University quiets down for a month over winter break, and we took advantage of that to capture some moments of Elizabeth & Zachary on the campus where they met, fell in love, got engaged and are planning their next steps. Please enjoy these lovely winter engagement photos!!
November increases in popularity each year with couples getting married, and I truly love it. It’s a very underrated month! Gwen and Brady, however, are not underrated- they’re incredible, and everyone knows it! Click thru to see more of this elegant wedding at the 1868 Farmhouse.
There’s nothing better than a quiet evening downtown with a senior and my camera. Especially if Iowa’s boasting one of her stunning sunsets!! Allison and I got so lucky, and I love how her photos turned out.
Dustings of snow make even the coldest day prettier, and I secretly love the chance to get to capture your lives in EVERY season - even winter! Click through to enjoy some of Christine & Trevor’s magical woodland engagement session in one of my favorite Des Moines parks.
Click through to see more of Amanda’s vibrant summer senior session- compete with a field of wildflowers and TRHS senior traditions. Also, through the end of this year, spring and early summer senior session bookings get a special deal. Read more in the post!
Couples who choose their own path when it comes to planning a wedding -well, I’m a fan immediately! Both Kallie and Geoffrey grew up out of state, and life brought them to Iowa and together. They planned a gorgeous, intimate, and FUN wedding celebration at the Des Moines Botanical Gardens…and I hope you enjoy viewing their day as much as I did photographing it!!
It means a lot to have families I know ask me to capture the milestones in life- so it was great to get to catch up with Joseph for a short fall senior photo session (we’ll finish up in the spring, post-dental work!). He’s a remarkable young man, and I can’t wait to hear what adventures lie ahead after he graduates high school!
Just because the days are shorter doesn’t mean your social life has to disappear! Des Moines boasts many seasonal activities, and the holidays truly bring to life some of the most special options. So bundle up, grab a friend, and hit the city!
Newborn sessions are always a treat, and never predictable. Claire was a tiny (early!) bean when I got to meet her! She definitely wanted to stay aware during her in-home session, and was cute and curious. :)
Capturing family photos always means a lot- maybe it’s because my own family rarely makes time to do this! Life moves too fast to not have some printed memories, and I’m so glad I was able to fit this crew into my fall schedule. :)
Addison brought her own unique vision to senior photo night, and I LOVED it! She’s a creative spirit, with a bubbly laugh and the kindest soul. I’m always excited to get to show some of my favorite spaces in the Des Moines metro off- keep reading to see more of this joyful senior!
spring weddings! sunshine and rain! sweet vows and silly dance moves!
I’m so thankful that this couple let me join their intimate Reiman Gardens wedding celebration in April- it was a beautiful day.
Fall and senior sessions go hand in hand- this evening gave us the most dreamy light for Anna's senior photos!!