Have you heard of Fox Ridge Winery, just south of Waterloo? Chances are, you haven’t— but this spot is a hidden gem for Friday night live music… and Saturday weddings! ;) I loved getting to celebrate with Susie and David last fall at the most gorgeous outdoor ceremony and reception. Dancing under the stars? Hurt’s Donuts? SIGN ME UP! I wish I could re-live this day, but going through wedding photos will have to do!
Spring Mini-Sessions are a go! Click the link to read more info, and head to the Contact page to email me. :)
It’s so hard to narrow down my top 5 places for happy hour (or drinks in general) in the Des Moines area! But, I think I’ve done it… and I’m sharing with you so that you can also enjoy some of the incredible local spots for a brew or craft cocktail (or mocktail!). Enjoy, and make sure to share with your friends— everyone benefits!! <3
Capturing each stage of life is so unique, and newborn sessions are one of those that just really stand out as special!! I treasure the few photos I have from my early weeks of life, especially the ones with my parents holding me in the hospital. So it’s a joy to capture my friends lives as they transition into parenthood, and take photos that they’ll hopefully treasure for a lifetime :)
This fun winter engagement photo session in Des Moines just made me wish we could always have such pretty snow!! It was so fluffy and magical— and perfect for these two, since they both love winter!
I think one of the most UNDERRATED photo sessions to do is maternity pictures! I think they’re a beautiful way to remember this unique season of life— especially for those expecting their first child. Click the full blog post to see more.
This blog post has been in the works for 3 years, I’m ashamed to say!! But it’s time… finally sharing this little post of thoughts on what to wear for your senior photos with all of you!!
Elizabeth booked 2 sessions with me for senior photos last summer- one before braces and one during (because SUMMER!!). I’m so glad we had a session in the summer, because the lighting was MAGIC and her ideas were amazing! We started off at the High School pool — she dives on the team!— and ended in a dream field of wildflowers. SO obsessed with these senior portraits!!
Check out Tatiana’s updated headshots for her business, Virtyoully!!! These branding photos are going to look great on her social media and website. :)
Just me playing wedding decorator, really. ;)
Sophia’s love for music, fun colors, and bright personality meshed together perfectly in this summertime senior session! This gal won’t be a high schooler in Des Moines much longer, and I can’t wait to see what she does after graduation!
Sarah and Ben are adventurous and fun- I’m so glad our paths crossed and hope to see these two through my lens again in upcoming years!
Back on one of the most beautiful islands I’ve experience- here’s what went down!
This wedding was a challenge, mainly due to the INTENSE cold! January doesn’t play around in Iowa, but thankfully we had some beautiful sunshine for this intimate downtown wedding at Bash DSM!
Josh and Haley invited me to Minneapolis, Minnesota to take some engagement photos of them… with an airplane!! And we also were surprised to find out Mother Nature wanted to join, and brought the snow. A perfect January day in the Midwest, right!? Enjoy!
Alexandra & Andy got married on the loveliest rainy spring day in early May of 2021! This micro-wedding at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, and a backyard reception, will forever be a highlight for me.
Some exciting and important news in the post about senior photos for the class of 2023 ~ make sure to read all the way to the bottom!! Also, enjoy Zoey’s summertime senior photos. My fingers are currently ice cubes and I miss hot weather. ;)
Click to see some of my favorite images from wedding and engagement photo sessions in 2021!
Meet Brittany and Hans! Two adventurous lovebirds that love travel (and their home in SoCal!). It was a joy to meet them & photograph them during this trip, and I hope we meet again!
this is something new for me- engagement photos at the state fairgrounds! I LOVE the Iowa State Fair, and the trees are historic and colorful in the fall. I think they’re the perfect backdrop for a magical engagement session!!
