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Heidi & Zach are two of the sweetest people I’ve had the pleasure of working with. Their wedding day was full of sweet, pull at your heartstrings kind of moments. Heidi shared their proposal story with me and I absolutely love being able to share it with you! “We were at church and after the […]

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August 12, 2019

Heidi & Zach | Cedar Falls Wedding

Waterloo Iowa Wedding Photographer

Jordan & Heather’s wedding at Harpor’s Vineyard was nothing short of amazing. From the couple and their families, to the details, the ceremony and the reception… everything was absolutely gorgeous! Heather shared their proposal story with me. “We were getting ready to close on a house and move from my old one. The night before […]

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August 9, 2019

Jordan & Heather’s Outdoor Wedding at Harpor’s Vineyard

I met up with Kenadey & Cody for their engagement session a couple of weeks ago and OH MY GOSH. We had an extra pretty sunset, the best weather, and a super fun time! How absolutely perfect are they? I asked Kenadey to tell me about their proposal story: “My sister Grace came inside and […]

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August 5, 2019

Kenadey & Cody

Andy & Hayley had the most beautiful wedding. If you think their wedding is as beautiful as I do… you’ll find their love story and proposal even more beautiful. “Andrew and I took a trip we have been talking about doing for a very long time– a trip around Europe! We went with a tour […]

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July 8, 2019

Andy & Hayley Wedding in New Hampton, IA

Emilee & Colton’s wedding was SO MUCH FUN. Emilee had one of the nicest group of bridesmaids I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with! You could feel how much love everyone had for Emilee & Colton all day long.

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June 18, 2019

Emilee & Colton | Wedding in Solon, IA

Bailey & Elliott’s wedding day was one for the books. They were both so down to earth and caring. It felt like I was spending the day with friends instead of “clients.” The Proposal The proposal story is one of my favorite things to share for wedding blogs. And Bailey & Elliott have the most […]

Outdoor wedding, real wedding

June 8, 2019

Bailey & Elliott wedding at Diamond Oak Events in Mason City, Iowa

Ali & Blake’s wedding at the World Food Prize Hall in Des Moines, was absolutely gorgeous! The way Ali’s mother looked at her while she walked her down the staircase was enough to make anyone tear up.

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June 5, 2019

Ali & Blake | Wedding at World Food Prize Hall of Laureates – Des Moines, IA

A little over a week ago I flew out to Baltimore to photograph Holly and Ian’s wedding in Joppa, Maryland. It was an absolutely GORGEOUS day! Ian’s grandfather officiated the outdoor ceremony on the same property of St. Mary’s Assumption. Holly & Ian met their senior year at the University of South Carolina. The first […]

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May 29, 2019

Holly & Ian’s Destination Wedding in Joppa, Maryland

Ian & Holly's Slavic wedding in Joppa Maryland

I am so excited to share with you Ana & Matty’s Wedding at Cedar Falls Women’s Club!  But first – I love hearing proposal stories. These two had the most perfect proposal. “Matt coordinated a scavenger hunt in Detroit with my friend and maid of honor, Jackie. He picked out ten of our best dates, […]

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January 24, 2019

Ana & Matty, Wedding at Cedar Falls Women’s Club

Wedding at Cedar Falls Women's Club

These two were the most laid back and easy going! They let their sweet pup play freely while we strolled along. Occasionally they were sprayed with a good old shake from their dog (who was having the best day EVER, jumping in and out of the ponds!) It was so fun getting to know these […]

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November 13, 2018

Hunter & Ellen | Sheffield, IA Engagement

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