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Picking a wedding venue can be exciting and also one of the hardest decisions in the wedding planning process. Maybe you feel like you have a general idea of what you want your day to be like, or maybe you know exactly, but you aren’t quite sure how to go about finding what makes a perfect fit for your day when it comes to the space. Here’s a list of things to consider when choosing your venue, questions to ask, as well as a tip of how to keep it all organized.

How to Choose a Wedding Venue in 2023

Weddings

5/09/23

Hello 2023!! Here are some of the top wedding trends we can expect to see this year!

2023 Wedding Trends

Weddings

1/12/23

Lindsay and Ben made it official this winter at The Hidden Acre. It was a gorgeous set up right before the holiday season with maroon, lights and trees. Perfectly cozy with a lit fireplace and candles, it was a dream. Lindsay and Ben met through mutual friends and work together. They enjoy spending their time […]

Lindsay + Ben’s Winter Wedding at The Hidden Acre, Waverly, Iowa

Weddings

12/19/22

Hannah + Nathan had a tropical, dreamy beach wedding this spring. We experienced going out of the country for the first time together and it was QUITE the adventure. I brought along team member Chelsea, we woke up extremely early to get to the airport and we had issues with our flight. We got a […]

A Tropical Beach Wedding at the RIU Naiboa in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Weddings

punta cana dominican republic destination wedding

8/24/21

Molly and Trey.. from rescheduling due to covid to powering through and planning the best wedding despite situations, this wedding was hands down one of the best. There was no lack of celebration! They were able to have special family members share their moments with them and all their friends. They of COURSE had to […]

Modern Boho Wedding in Cedar Falls, Iowa

Weddings

midwest iowa wedding

7/14/20

Jennifer and Sean got married at St. Boniface Catholic Church in New Vienna, Iowa. This church was immaculate.. When I pulled into the parking lot I was amazed at how gorgeous it was. When I stepped inside I was even more blown away by the details, the light, everything was perfect. Jennifer and Sean’s wedding […]

Classic Cathedral Wedding at St. Boniface in New Vienna, Iowa

Weddings

iowa and midwest wedding photography

6/26/20

All the special details that went into Kayla + John’s day were so amazing to have the honor to capture. As Kayla was getting ready in her dress, her sister/maid of honor helped button up the back as her mom pulled out Kayla’s “something borrowed”. Her mom latched Kayla’s great grandma’s pearl necklace around her […]

Kayla + John | Wedding in Fairbank, Iowa

Weddings

Iowa bride and groom wedding photography

9/04/19

Bekah + Derek tied the knot on June 1, 2019. The first time I sat down at Panera with these two plus Bekah’s son Lincoln, just a few weeks before their wedding (I was nervous to make sure we clicked well given not having much time to get to know them) but once we met […]

Bekah + Derek | Wedding in Janesville, Iowa

Weddings

6/21/19

I got to meet these two for the first time at their engagement session. I was so excited hearing about the adorable way they met (which we’ll get to) and all the things they love to do, big Saturday breakfasts, hang out with friends, family and their dog, Ralph, also going on hikes + adventures. […]

Katy + Josh’s Wedding | An International Love

Weddings

Katy and Josh's Iowa Wedding at Country Lane Lodge in Adel Iowa www.alexmccraryphotography.com

5/13/19

This guide includes 5 of our favorite wedding day and couples poses!

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