We’re living in a strange new world… one where hugs are only ok with immediate family or roommates, and where small locals shops are closing their doors. Oh, yeah, and the western world ran out of Toilet Paper!? Crazy days!
This blog post is hopefully to help give you some new ideas or resources! Whether you’re working from home, schooling from home, or just trying to salvage your spring break, I’ve got ya! Comment with your recipes, ideas, or funny video links! ;) And for the love of all that is good, STAY AT HOME! Kthanksbye!
Do you need a break from the news and social media!? Here’s an idea to brighten up your social distancing or self-quarantine on this Monday!! Put on some Hawaiian music, switch your white noise machine to the “water/waves” sound, and scroll through this cute and romantic engagement session on the beach in Kauai, Hawaii!
I joyfully spent an hour on a warm, sunny Sunday afternoon with these two. They made my job SO EASY!!!! I sure hope that someday, Mary and Bobby look back on these photos and remember the simple and tenderness of this season— just them (and their doggo!) making a life together in their first apartment. I smile looking at each one of these, and I hope they bring you joy as well!
Photographing Christina + Noah in the mountains of Colorado, just between Denver and Breckenridge, was a dream come true. Not only did we have the perfect winter afternoon, complete with sunshine & snow flurries & hot chocolate, but these two are both so kind and intentional. Check out this epic winter mountain photo session!!
here lies my thoughts and processing space. feel free to skip this, or if you want to know my heart, feel free to read. give me grace as I continue to discover more of my heart and purpose!
A high school senior guy’s photos that incorporate electric guitar, Mr. Rogers, and skateboarding!? What else could you want!!! Max is one of the most cool high school dudes I’ve had the joy to photograph and we had a blast exploring downtown Des Moines on a warm and overcast afternoon in the fall!
This fun and casual winter engagement session might just be a favorite forever. Not only are Kalen + Emileigh two of my favorite humans, but we had a blast exploring Des Moines and Jester Park together. Keep an eye out next month for more photos of these two bubbly humans— they get married in March!
I love newborns and so naturally, I offer in-home newborn photography! This week, I had the joy to meet sweet baby Ledger. 4 days old and already the newest favorite in his family. This little guy is so cute— I can’t wait for you to see his newborn photos!
Newly minted bride and groom, you sneak away with your wedding photographer to grab some romantic and picturesque photos on the lush island of Kauai. After all, it’s not every day that you get married in Hawaiian paradise! These wedding portraits will be some of your favorite photos for years to come.
Are you or anyone you know looking for a wedding venue in Des Moines because NOAH’S went bankrupt!? I’ve got a list of suggestions for you, many of whom are going above and beyond to help. I’m also running a wedding photography deal for any couples getting married in 2020 who had to change dates due to this unfortunate event. And, even if you’re not a part of this entire crazy thing… and just wanted to know of some great event and wedding venues in the West Des Moines area, I’ve got you covered, too!!!
Authentic and fun portraits remain my goal for any senior or portrait session, and I think we accomplished that with these photos! Kylie has no professional modeling experience— she just trusted me and went along with all my goofy ideas! I’m so thankful for that, because we really created some fun photos of this season of her life. Plus, she looks KILLER in that felt hat, don’t you think!? Downtown Des Moines girl senior sessions will forever be my favorite thing to photograph!
A year ago, I would have never guessed that in the beginning of 2020 I would be on a series of flights to HAWAII! Let alone, camera in hand, to photograph some styled engagements and weddings!!!! This entire trip came together so smoothly, I know that it was meant to be. 8 wonderful days on two gorgeous islands in paradise, a photography workshop, and lots and lots of sunshine. I couldn’t have planned a better first trip to the Aloha State if I was a wizard!
I STILL CAN’T BELIEVE THIS DAY HAPPENED! Scratch that, I can’t believe this past WEEK was real life!
Holy Moly, Hawaii was the dream of a lifetime come true and these photos are just the very start of what I hope will be many successful trips to paradise to photograph lovers and dreamers and adventurers. Kauai and Oahu, you’ve got my heart and all the money in my travel account forever. :) Just need to get some more beach weddings booked there in 2020 and 2021, mmmk?!
I took Kacie’s senior photos back in the summer and somehow they managed to not make it on the blog until now. Oops! Thankfully, blogging these is the perfect snowmegeddon activity. :) I hope you enjoy this shining star from Hudson’s graduating class of 2020!
I had the pleasure of spending the last two weeks of 2019 in Europe. I visited 5 cities, 4 countries and had a whole lot of fun with friends living and traveling abroad. Join me as I recount my trip & share some tidbits from my time in the historical spaces of western Europe!
Intimate and romantic photos take the cake for “best kind of shoot”. Even better? Doing them spontaneously at home! Amelia and Kurtis live above the city skyline, with a perfect view of sunset. After taking photos for her small business (check out Amelia’s art!!!) Kurtis joined us on their patio for an unprompted “anniversary” session of sorts. 18 months almost of marriage, which is just as valid to celebrate! Click the blog link to see more.
My favorite photos from my wedding photography in Des Moines, Iowa. Enjoy some tender moments and joyful memories of so many wonderful wedding days in the Midwest!
What’s better than family photos? Family photos in the fall, when the leaves have just turned brilliantly, but still hang on to their homey branches. I loved photographing the Ha family this autumn, and think you’ll love meeting them in this blog post, too.
My sweet friend Rachel asked me this summer about my availability to photograph her family after the arrival of her first child, Evy. I was, of course, over the moon! In-home family photos take the cake for just about anything… especially during winter. ;) Click the post title to see more sweet newborn photos!
