The Mundell's: Des Moines Family Session | Des Moines Family Photographer

On a beautiful Saturday afternoon I met with Teri and her family at Arie den Boer Arboretum to get some updated family photos of the whole clan. The weather was perfect and this group was cracking jokes and making it fun for everyone. Scroll through to see more!

Des Moines Fall Styled Shoot | Des Moines Wedding Photographer

I have always loved fall colors: burnt orange, the range of greens, mustard yellow and burgundy. I can never get enough! Just take a peek in my closet and you will understand my love for them. This fall I decided to capture them together in an all things fall inspired styled shoot. I had the opportunity to work with some amazing local vendors and had a blast:

Flowers: Lavender Blue Floral

Decor: Drift Salvage & Decor

Make Up and Hair: Maddy Reyes

I loved this styled shoot so much; I’m already thinking I need to do a winter inspired shoot in my down time! What do you guys think? Yay or nay?

Hannah + Tate: Decorah Engagement Session | Decorah Wedding Photographer

I’ve known Hannah since she was in middle school and met Tate at my wedding almost two years ago. The minute I saw them slow dancing together I knew I was witnessing something special. Naturally, I was so excited to see them get engaged and then when Hannah said they wanted me to photograph their wedding that was just icing on the cake!

Fast forward to their engagement session, Tate carried in a little box and explains they played cribbage on their very first date and thought he’d bring it just in case. Queue my heart melting into a puddle of sentimental sap. After sipping coffee, reminiscing, and a few minutes of them being their adorable selves we headed outside to take advantage of the rain free hour. Praise Jesus! Tate was laying on the kisses and making Hannah smile and giggle the whole time. Their love was so genuine and contagious; I cannot wait to photograph it again on their wedding day!

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Holly + Kyle: Barn on the Ridge | Burlington Iowa Wedding Photographer

I had the opportunity to second shoot for Bethany Mcneill Photography at the beautiful Barn on the Ridge and had a blast. Holly and Kyle were full of smiles and positivity even through the extreme heat of the day. The rain held off until after the outdoor ceremony was completed and everyone was inside and ready to celebrate. Once it cleared off, we were able to sneak the newlywed’s away and get the cutest sunset photos!

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.