I had so much fun doing Kailey’s senior portraits. She is so easy going. I particular liked she got my communication. I could say a simple word like “whimsical” and she would go in a perfect pose. I have also failed to mention that she has such a striking beauty, not only on the outside but evident on the inside as well. She braved some chilly weather to get some amazing photographs that I hope encapsulates all that Kailey is. It was definitely a fun session to be apart of!
Raleigh is smitten with her new baby sister Reaghan. She was full of ideas she would love to do with her sister. Even though Reaghan has a few years to grow before she can also enjoy all her big sister has planned, I know eventually she will be following her around as younger siblings often do. Reaghan was alert for most of our session, and even flashed her sweet dimple filled smile. These girls were a delight to photograph, it’s easy to see why their mommy is smitten with both of them. They are darling!
When you are faced with multiple obstacles during a session what do you do? Keep going. That is how this session went. It is possible that we should have quit much sooner then we did. I am so glad we didn’t as I was able to capture some of the cutest photographs of these sweet girls. I am so glad their mom trusted me when I said let’s keep trying. I do know this session will go as “remember when” kind of moments but I appreciate that will be followed by a laugh. Life is so often memories in the making, and photography is catching those moments, so honored to catch those memories in Lilly and Layla’s life.
I was so excited when Brandon and Laura asked us to photograph their Colorado wedding. It wasn’t only because Colorado is one of my very favorite places to visit but Laura holds a dear place in my heart. I was so glad to be able to be there on her very special day. They had a perfect fall day for their wedding. Their wedding was small, which made it a nice, intimate setting. Laura’s dress was magnificent. I loved the how Brandon’s suspenders and bow-toe easily demonstrated Brandon’s natural personality. The whole day was relaxed and about enjoying the people we were their to celebrate. It’s always an honor tell the wedding day story for a great couple.
Dave is an old friend that had a lot of influence on who my husband has come to be as a man. He has always held a special place in our heart. We were delighted when he contacted us to photograph his wedding. It was great to catch up with him and meet his beautiful bride Ashley. It was an absolutely gorgeous wedding day. The Uptown Theater was such a fun place to experience for a wedding location. The highlight of Uptown might be getting to see your name on the marque in lights for the whole world to see. Our hope is the love that was evident on your wedding day only continues to multiple with the years to come. Thanks for letting us capture your day!
I finally made it back up to Iowa to photograph one of my favorite families. They happen to be my brother’s family but they are still one of my favorites! I had not had the chance to do a family session with them in over two years. My nieces and nephews have changed SO much in that time. They also added to their family in December bringing home two more beautiful kids from Africa. I am very proud of the family Chad and Heidi have. They could have chosen to live the “American Dream” but they felt a higher calling for their family. They knew they wanted to impact 3 little lives from Africa that would have had a very different life there. Even though I know they feel like they are being pulled apart in a thousand directions, they know their family is their ministry and they are honoring God in raising these magnificent seven children. Yet again my big brother is teaching me so much. I am blessed to be apart of it.
If you have followed my work you may have seen this family a few times, and are aware I am pretty crazy about them. They are one of the most astonishing families I have had the privilege of knowing. There is never a time I walk away from this family and don’t feel blessed deep in my spirit. This time I photographed the birth of their eleventh child (yes you read that correctly), little Miss Isabella came into the family in an unfamiliar way to her mommy and daddy. They are use to tons of paper work, home inspections and lots and lots of waiting. Their other ten children came into their family by adoption, which in their own right caused much labor pains. Isabella came by birth, she decided to come quickly and without much warning throwing her very planned out mommy for a loop. She was welcomed with excitement and a lot of love by her other siblings. She continues to give her parents a whole new experience (I have a feeling that might be her moto). She will soon realize how awe-inspiring her family really is and how blessed this sweet baby girl is to be born into it.
I have looked forward to photographing Anna’s engagement session for many, many years. She has patiently waited, earnestly prayed and quietly sought the person God had intended for her. As Anna’s best friend I did much of the same, you see Anna is one of the dearest people in my life for a thousand different reasons and not just any man would do. She is seriously one of the best people God has designed and the person that got to spend the rest of their life with her had to be something pretty amazing. Through a wonderful love story Eric came to be that man. I think what I like best about him is that he realizes the prize he has won when he ask for Anna’s hand and is thankful to God for the gift of her. What more could a best friend ask for?
Layla is pure sweetness. It’s hard to believe she is already a year old. She has grown and changed so much in her first year ( Newborn, 6 months) one thing has remained constant, her sweet disposition. This little girl will flash you a pure smile and cuddle up to you in a heartbeat. She is a delight to those who are apart of her world. Her one year session was full of moments of her demonstrating that adorable smile. Of course a 1st Birthday celebration would not be complete without some cake, and Layla loves cake!
I was promised that Miss Lily Kate was “simply delicious” as her mommy puts it. Her mommy was correct, she is just precious with those chubby checks and sweet disposition. She was very content to be loved on and I was more then happy to have such a tiny one to love. Every once and awhile I remembered I was there to photograph her as well and not just hold and admire her. We were able to get some amazing photographs of this sweet girl.
