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Morgan & Jacob

An Iowa River Landing Wetland Park Fall Engagement Shoot

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Engaged

Two years ago, I met Morgan and Jacob when I photographed Lauren and Matthew’s wedding. Morgan and Lauren are sisters; Jacob and Matthew are best friends. “Two weeks before the wedding,” Morgan said, “Jacob was at another wedding with Lauren, Matthew, and some of their friends. Apparently, he told Lauren how cute he thought I […]

Sara May & Eddie

The Heights Rooftop Fall Wedding

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Weddings

The day before their wedding, it was cloudy, windy, and incredibly cold. The forecast proved correct though when Saturday dawned with sunshine and, by afternoon, temperatures almost up to 70! Perfect for Sara May and Eddie’s ceremony on the rooftop patio at The Heights Rooftop.  They’ve been together for almost 10 years, their kids growing […]

The White Family

A Wilson’s Orchard Fall Family Shoot

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Family & Kids

I’ve photographed the White/Crump family several times over the years so these are definitely not new faces to the blog. Remember their painting session in the forest when Lincoln was pregnant with their youngest? After Rockwell was born, I got to join them again for newborn photos and then just a few months later, Lincoln’s whole […]

The Nebel Family

An Iowa River Landing Wetland Park Fall Family Shoot

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Family & Kids

Ten months ago, I visited the Nebel home to photograph their brand new baby. (Just look at this wiggly little guy now!) I love looking back over the years at the progression of Zach and Bethany’s family, not just the growth of kids, but the growth of relationships and families. I have gotten to photograph […]

Paige & Michael

A Wilson’s Ciderhouse Fall Wedding

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Weddings

For the first time in weeks, it didn’t rain! Not only did it not rain, it was the most perfect, idyllic fall day. Finally. And what makes a perfect day more perfect? A dog. Obviously.  When we did Paige and Michael’s engagement session this spring, they were just in the process of moving back to […]

A Step-By-Step Guide to Your Online Photo Gallery

How to Use Pic-Time

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Tips

I’m thrilled to offer online galleries for my clients to easily view, share, and download your photos. After your engagement session and, again, after your wedding when your photos are completed, you’ll receive an email with your gallery invitation. This gallery is for you to use both for your own viewing and also to show […]

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