Randi Kate & Brad Wedding - Decorah Iowa

Randi-Kate and Brad were high school sweethearts who said I do to forever at Decorah Lutheran Church in front of all their family and friends. The amount of support and love they had from their family and friend was so sweet and very evident throughout their wedding day. Although it was oddly warm and there was no snow in sight these two still had a beautiful winter wonderland wedding day 🙂

For their reception Brad and Randi-Kate celebrated at T-bocks located in the heart of downtown Decorah.

Randi Kate and Brad Engagement Session | Decorah Iowa Engagement Photographer

This was almost engagement session that wasn’t, but luckily we can call it the engagement session for the books instead because dang these two are CUTE 😍

Originally Randi Kate and Brad weren’t going to do an engagement session due to Brad being deployed in Hawaii and having limited time back in Iowa. But things worked out perfectly and while I was in town for a wedding and we were able to hang out and make some magic. Boy am I glad we did. These two (high school sweethearts) have the sweetest love and I’m so happy I was able to photograph it. Seriously, take a look for yourself!

For part two of Randi Kate and Brad engagement session we went downtown. These two have lots of memories together in town and it seems like the perfect place to snag some photos together.

Randi Kate brought a super cute “Mrs.” hat and we incorporated it into a few of the photos. I love when clients come with things they want to include in photos 🙂 It makes the sappy part of my heart sing a little louder.

I’m so excited to travel back to Decorah and photograph Randi Kate and Brad’s wedding day in December!

Hannah and Tate's Big Day | Decorah Iowa Wedding Photographer

It was supposed to be a rain filled day, but that didn’t stop Hannah and Tate from being all smiles all day long. These two were filled with so much joy the entire day and it SHOWED. Their wedding party and family were also so light hearted and ready to have a great time and celebrate the new Mr. and Mrs. They had me laughing through out the photos, ceremony, and reception!

After lots of prayers and purchasing 12 clear umbrellas (just in case), the weather decided to hold off and they had a beautiful outdoor ceremony at Empty Nest Winery out in Waukon, Iowa. I’m so so so grateful I was able to be a part of Hannah and Tate’s wedding day and so excited to share my personal favorites.

We had time for a first look with Hannah’s bridesmaids as well and it was so fun. I love when the ladies are just as excited to see the bride all done up as the groom is 😊

For their guest book they had an Instax camera and had everyone took a picture and signed next to it. I thought this was such a fun idea and good way to remember everyone on your wedding day!

Hannah and Tate’s wedding day at the Empty Nest Winery was a success and I’m so happy they chose me to be a part of their day! I’ll be returning to Decorah for Randi Kate and Brad’s wedding in December and cannot wait! It is filled with so many beautiful nature spots that I am excited to explore again.

Solomon: Decorah Senior Session | Decorah Senior Photographer

Solomon grew up around the corner from me in Decorah and our families have always been friends. So I was so excited when his mom reached out to me about taking his senior photos! For those of you who don't know Solomon, he is super chill and easy going guy. He also has some pretty killer blue eyes when you take a closer look (watch out ladies). We started in his backyard and then moved to Luther College to finish his session, which is currently a contender on his college list. Solomon plays the trombone and wore a musical note button up shirt in his first outfit. In my opinion, this was a great way to display his interest of music without including his actual instrument. I had a blast hanging out with Solomon chatting about his summer, senior year, and future plans. Below are my personal favorites from his session.