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

YOU JUST GOT ENGAGED!
CONGRATULATIONS!!
But…Now what?
Here are 7 tips after you get engaged to help dive right into the planning you actually enjoy.

7 Tips for After You’re Engaged

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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

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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

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When my husband, Daniel, and I got married I definitely used Pinterest for ideas. However, in 2014 I don’t think Pinterest was as full of unique and trendy ideas as it is now. Fast forward to now, being at weddings with my couples and talking wedding with my brides, I’ve seen some pretty amazing alternative […]

Alternative Guest Book Ideas

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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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Kayla & John’s Cheerful Catholic Iowa wedding Kayla and John’s cheerful Catholic Iowa wedding was filled with special details that were a true honor to capture. As Kayla got ready, her sister and maid of honor helped button up her dress, while her mom brought out Kayla’s “something borrowed.” Her mom gently latched Kayla’s great-grandma’s […]

Cheerful Catholic Iowa Wedding

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