Being a graduate from ISU and having lived in Ames for 5 years, it’s always a joy to get to celebrate a variety of life milestones back on campus. Kayla and Pablo met in Ames, and married at their church across the street from the MU on a beautiful Friday in May. I can’t wait for you to see this sweet wedding day!
You’ll never find me turning down a maternity session- especially for good friends! I can’t wait to watch these two thrive as parents. :)
Meet sweet Eleanor (Nori)! At just under a week old, she may be one of the “freshest” babies I’ve gotten to capture! She was so cozy during this special at-home newborn photo session in Waterloo. I can’t wait to watch her grow!
This sweet early morning session at Ledges State Park never migrated over to this blog, so I’m sharing it (may or may not be 10 years later- oops!). Jackie and I were friends in high school, and it’s been so sweet to look back at our friendship over the past 15 years & count the many times she & Collin have had me photograph them and their growing family. Enjoy these sweet documentary-style engagement photos!
I’m a fan of summertime, golden hour, and wildflowers- and so is Kaitlyn! We had a blast exploring West Des Moines for her senior photos this last month.
These two bring such joy to the people in their world, and it’ll be so much fun to celebrate their love next spring in Iowa City!!
Jacie’s going to be a senior this fall at Pella High- where she runs! She’s pretty good, from all the medals and records she shared with me. We had a fantastically gorgeous night (normally late July is hot and MUGGY) but we got a wonderfully golden hour with perfect temperatures.
My first time in San Diego did not disappoint. You really can’t beat this city, and there’s a reason it’s so beloved by locals and tourists alike! I sure hope to return- and in the next few years, if I can manage it.
It’s always a joy when Instagram friends become real life friends & clients! Diana has followed me for a while, so when she asked me to photograph her intimate wedding to Hunter. Although they live in Minnesota, they married in Des Moines, where they started dating . The Polk County Courthouse is iconic, and it was so fun to get to witness the start of their marriage there!
Des Moines boasts beautiful scenery in all seasons, and can be a wonderfully romantic place. It’s no surprise that people enjoy spending time with their loves here. Click through to see my 5 top spots to propose to your person!
We had a deliciously beautiful evening wandering our alma mater of ISU. Summertime is ISU at its most calm, and in some regards, its most enjoyable season! Enjoy Liz and Chris’ engagement session. :)
Rain has nothing on true love. ;) Payton & Cole planned a sweet & intimate wedding on her parents’ farm just outside of Iowa City for fall…and of course, that was the day it rained HARD in Eastern Iowa! Regardless, these two had a joyful ceremony with family members & a hoppin’ reception with multitudes of friends. Such a special wedding day!
Summer and rooftops and photos with your best friend & fiance! What could be better?! (Maybe including ice cream… or kittens… but otherwise, I can’t think of a more perfect evening!) Keaton & Hannah tie the knot this month (eloping in Iceland!) and then we get to celebrate with their family + friends in Atlantic, Iowa in July!
Elise will be a senior at Teddy Roosevelt High School this fall, where she’s active in cheer and academics. We had a wonderful time taking her senior photos on the new field there, as well as around town at some of her favorite spots. :) Enjoy a few highlights from Elise’s senior pictures!
Diane & Jamie had a gorgeous wedding (you’ll see!) but truly, their lives will be even sweeter… because these two are so kind and genuine. I just wish you all could know them! Since that’s not likely, enjoy some of my favorite photos from their stunning October wedding in Des Moines! :)
Meet Semeone & Aline! A sweet springtime maternity session in the heart of Des Moines just hit the blog today.
An april fool’s wedding date means incorporating lots of jokes & fun moments… and Emily & Kyle did just that! From a prank first look, to Darth Vader’s theme during the processional and even getting Rick Rolled on the dance floor, this day had it all. Click through to see more of this sweet spring wedding in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
I love these two- life is exponentially more fun with them around! Lo & Wiz light up any room, and it’s a joy to know them and get to capture their love. Enjoy some highlights from their engagement photos!
Some thoughts on how to care well for the single adults in your life. :)
Summer as a child is the most magical of times! Long days at the community pool, catching fireflies and eating s’mores… I wish I could go back to the late 90’s for one more summertime. ;) This is a modern family living in a current reality, but I think these kids are still getting to experience summer in all its glory!
