This engagement session with Brady and Mikaela, where we went from downtown Cedar Falls to the golden prairie grass, was EVERYTHING. Get this – these two met at the hospital where they both work as nurses, and the cutest part? One of their patients literally played matchmaker by telling Mikaela she needed to ask Brady […]

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Intimate sunset couple portrait during outdoor fall wedding at The Venue Mankato
bride and groom running outside wedding at Hilton garden inn in cedar falls iowa
bride and groom in downtown Madison outside the capitol building

Should you have a first look before the wedding or down the aisle? Let’s explore which option might be best for you.

Should I Have A First Look?

Tips for Clients

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Wondering How to Choose Your Wedding Photographer? Read how to make sure every moment of your special day is beautifully documented.

How to Choose Your Wedding Photographer

Tips for Clients

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The thought of planning an outfit can seem stressful as heck.
“What should I wear?”
“What goes with what?”
“Does this match enough or is it too matchy?”
“Do I have to go buy a whole new outfit or do I have something that will work?”
I know, it can seem tough but I have a bunch of tips here to help you out and make this clothing conundrum a heck of a lot less stressful and a lot more simple. Let’s talk about what to wear for your couples or engagement session.

What to Wear for Your Engagement Session

Tips for Clients

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Jennifer and Sean celebrated their love with a stunning Classic Cathedral Wedding in Iowa at St. Boniface Catholic Church in New Vienna.

Classic Cathedral Wedding in Iowa

Weddings

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A unity ceremony symbolizes two individuals becoming one at a wedding. Here are some unique ideas for your own unity ceremony.

Unique Unity Ceremony Ideas

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In-home sessions are a great way to capture couples where they feel most comfortable, like this cozy in home couples session in Waterloo.

In Home Couples Session in Waterloo

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Hey there! I'm Alex—a wife, mom of three, and wedding photographer who believes your photos should feel as authentic and personal as your love story.

After missing out on hiring a photographer for my own wedding (yikes!), I realized how important it is to preserve the real moments—from the big to the small—without any stiff, awkward posing.

Oh hey, I'm Alex and I am ready to obsess over your photos forever.

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