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Megan Taylor 1/7/20 Megan Taylor 1/7/20

Amber and Andrew Engagement Session | Kellogg Iowa Engagement Photographer

Even though it called for rain all day Amber and Andrew let me know that they were still up for their engagement session at Rock Creek State Park and were excited! I love when my couples go with the flow of non-ideal weather and trust in me to still get genuine moments of them. We explored the grounds together and I brought along few umbrellas just in case it started to downpour during their session. It sprinkled off and on, but that didn’t diminish Amber or Andrew’s smile at all.

I had so much fun walking around and exploring the park with Amber and Andrew. Their engagement session got me so excited for their wedding day!

I love engagement session because I get to spend time with my couples, get to know them during the hour, and help them become more comfortable in front of the camera. I have availability for 2020 weddings and would love to capture your wedding day 🙂

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Megan Taylor 12/31/19 Megan Taylor 12/31/19

The Best of 2019 Weddings | Iowa Wedding Photographer

201 9 was a great year for Taylored Company. It was my first year as a primary wedding photographer and I experienced so many amazing wedding days and learned a lot. I had the privilege of connecting with so many genuine, sweet, and fun couples. Being a part of each couple’s special day as their wedding photographer was the icing on the cake of 2019 for me.

2019 was a great year for Taylored Company. Even better than I could have imagined. It was my first year as a primary wedding photographer and I experienced so many amazing wedding days and learned a lot. I had the privilege of connecting with so many genuine, sweet, and fun couples. Being a part of each couple’s special day as their wedding photographer was the icing on the cake of 2019 for me. 14 amazing weddings in total. 13 in Iowa and 1 in Miami with Grace T Photography :) Below are some personal favorites from each couples special day.

Second Shooting with Grace T. Photography

I’m so excited for the 8 weddings I already have booked in 2020 😄I still have availability, so if you are in the market for a wedding photographer who loves weddings as much she loves B-bop’s french fries (a lot, a lot) then reach out and see if I’m available for your date!

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Megan Taylor 12/16/19 Megan Taylor 12/16/19

Top 10 Locations in Des Moines for Engagement Sessions

Unless you have a sentimental heart and want to recreate a specific date night, picking an engagement session location can be overwhelming. That’s why I’m sharing my top 10 picks of Des Moines engagement session locations to help you have less stress and more fun while wedding planning! There are so many gems in the city, but these are the places that I continue to come back to because of the variety and because couples genuinely love them 🙂

The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

With outdoor and indoor locations the Botanical Garden is a great spot to get greenery all year round no matter the weather. The inside features a classic greenhouse with tons of different colors, plants and corners perfect for any engagement session.

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

If you are an art lover this is a great spot to combine the outdoors and art in your engagement session. In the middle there is a little hill where you walk up and get a view of the city in the background as well. This spot is close to the library, and classic downtown sidewalks giving you many options for your photos.

Papa Johns Downtown Des Moines Engagement Session

The Travelers Roof Top

For those classic views of the city this parking garage roof top has a great urban feel and lots of variety within one location. This location is known for the Travelers sign that is often featured in the background of images.

Des Moines Art Center

Although you cannot photograph inside of the Art Center, the exterior of the building is available to use. This is a great location for urban feel with large white walls and without the typical crowds of downtown.

Greenwood - Ashworth Park

This park has it all, benches, a lake, trail leading all around the lake, beautiful trees, and prairie. This location gives tons of variety and is beautiful all year round.

Arie den Boer Arboretum

Located in Water Works Park, this location features beautiful colors throughout the year. In the spring it features whites and pinks, in the summer it’s green’s galore, and in the fall those classic oranges, yellows and greens really shine.

The Rose Garden

Located right behind the Des Moines Art Center, this location has beautiful greenery, winding paths and roses in the summer time.

Water Works Park

Further back in Water Works Park, this location is perfect for the nature loving couple. With 100’s of acres this land has ponds, lakes, a variety of trees and wide open fields.

Waterworks Park Summer Engagement Session

Historic East Village

For the couple who loves the city and wants those classic views Historic Downtown has many little corners and that classic Des Moines city feel. It also features a beautiful wall that is green the majority of the year and changes to orange in the fall. A little note: the wall is private property, so be sure to reach out and get permission to use it before hand.

Downtown Coffee Shop

The following coffee shops have great natural light and are cozy spots for coffee lovers filled engagement session:

Horizon Line Coffee
Scenic Route Bakery
DreiBerge Coffee
Mars Cafe

Downtown Des Moines Scenic Route Photography Session

Engagement sessions are complimentary in all my wedding packages! Engagement sessions are a great way to get some quality pictures of just the two of you (and maybe your fur babies) and for me to learn more about you two during our hour together!

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Megan Taylor 12/12/19 Megan Taylor 12/12/19

Lauren and Andy Wedding Day | Cedar Rapids Wedding Photographer

Lauren and Andy’s wedding day was a big celebration from start to finish at the Eastbank Venue. From the wedding party to the family and wedding guests, everyone was so excited to celebrate Lauren and Andy.

Lauren and Andy’s wedding day was a big celebration from start to finish at the Eastbank Venue. From the wedding party blasting Lizzo while walking to the venue to the family getting the party started on the dance floor, everyone was SO excited to celebrate and support Lauren and Andy in the next chapter of their life together. Scroll through to see all the joy and fun that was had during their wedding day 😊

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Megan Taylor 12/4/19 Megan Taylor 12/4/19

Cooper Senior Session | Prairie City Senior Photographer

We ended up rescheduling Cooper’s session twice due to rain, but third times the charm really was true for us! We got the perfect fall day for Cooper’s senior photos. We started the session at his childhood home in Prairie City. His backyard had so much variety that I enjoyed exploring and using during his session. He started out looking super dapper in his navy suit and that switched it up to a more casual look. Cooper loves cross country and soccer, so we made sure to some photos of him in his uniforms as well. Once we were done making the rounds at his house, we went downtown to check out the new mural in Prairie City. Scroll through to see my favorites of Cooper and the new mural for yourself!

It’s not too late to book your own senior session for winter or spring 2020! Gone are the days that you have to have photos taken before your senior year starts. I love documenting senior’s and what has made it special for each senior.

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Hi, I'm Megan!

Thanks for stopping by my corner of the internet! I’m a Des Moines wedding photographer passionate about serving couples through photography. I also love planning, spending time with family & friends, all forms of potatoes, and being in nature.

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