It’s all in a name. Elyse. Ted. These names mean the world to this beautiful couple – they way their names roll off their tongues is “delicious”, as Elyse would say. Elyse & Ted wrote their own meaningful words to each other during their ceremony and the resemblance between the two was uncanny. Elyse spoke […]
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Bianca has some amazing friends! How do I know this? Because we have multiple friends in common from college! Even though we’re all spread out now, I still sure miss those gals! A few years ago we were blessed with the opportunity to photograph one of those friends’ weddings (Hey, Stacie!) and Bianca was a […]
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Let’s talk engagement sessions. Generally, there are two different camps of people who either can’t wait to have their engagement photos taken and then there are the people who honestly don’t see the value in having them taken. I’ve actually been there – when Stosch and I got married, I had always dreamed of being […]
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Jackie & Kyle’s wedding day was full of style and grace. They were married at the epic St. Ambrose Cathedral in Des moines. Jackie looked absolutely STUNNING in her long-sleeved lace gown and perfect flowers in her hair! If you follow me at all you know I’m a sucker for some good details, and her […]
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This was one of the most fun engagement sessions ever! Marci spinned & twirled into the perfect poses with the perfect smile and Joe supported her the whole way through. Their chemistry is undeniable and their joy & laughter is contagious! As always, I am incredibly honored to be able to capture their sweet love! […]
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A + M were married at the Historic Park Inn in Mason City, and although we live here, we’d never really explored its details! The straight lines, moody lighting, short ceilings (good thing we’re short!), and speak easy bar in the basement take you back to another era! If you haven’t been – you definitely […]
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Romance. Myriah was specific in that she wanted romantic engagement photos, and boy did they bring their romance game! How can it not be romantic with a marine uniform and a long black dress?? It just screams Nicholas Sparks novel! I also got to use our front yard as a backdrop for the first time!! […]
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So what is a First Look, anyway?? A first look is when a specific time is setup on the wedding day for the bride and groom to see each other before the ceremony! This is a very sweet and unique moment of your day that you will remember forever! Now I know the old tradition […]
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Introducing Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Lodes!! These two were our last wedding of 2017 and they ended it right! They are a bubbly, beautiful couple that radiate love for each other! We seriously could not have asked for sweeter couples this year! I can’t believe how blessed we are to have the honor to photograph […]
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