Gina and Tanner wanted their engagement session to have moody bar vibes – so sneaking down to In Confidence, Hotel Fort Des Moines’ speakeasy was the perfect fit. I adored getting to know these two as we took their photos, getting to hear how they’ve navigated being long distance and the places they’ve lived. They…
A few weeks ago I got to photograph Danika + Toni • with the sweetest courthouse wedding ceremony on the windiest spring day. With Danika’s aunt and Toni’s parents in attendance, the ceremony was small and intimate and I adored the outpouring of love after they said their vows. As we took their post ceremony…
A rainy Saturday spent photographing Colton asking and Carina saying, “YES!” It was so fun to work with Colton on his proposal plan and getting to document this exciting chapter of their lives together. Colton chose Buxton Park on Simpson’s campus in Indianola, where he and Carina first met. He also arranged for her family…
It was a complete joy to photograph Niki and Alex’s wedding day in Minnesota last fall. They chose to celebrate at Mendakota Country Club, with a rainy start to the day, the sun came out for the most beautiful fall ceremony. Niki is one of my best friend’s little sister, so this wedding day was…
Grace and Zach were married on a late summer day at St. Ambrose Cathedral with a beautiful celebration at Curate. From beginning to end, it was a day spent surrounded by their close community of friends and family. Grace’s parents grew some of the flowers that were used in the reception decor. A close friend…