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Ahavah has that perfect mix of modern charm and colorful character. It’s like Pinterest, IRL. The exterior is all about those industrial-chic vibes, with sleek, classy black and brick and fairy lights giving off that “omg I just got married” glow.

Ahavah Wedding Venue in Waterloo, Iowa

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There is both something special about having a first look before the wedding and having your partner see you walk down the aisle in your dress for the first time. When I got married I always thought the first look down the aisle was the only way to go. Now looking back and knowing I had more options (and being a photographer), I’ve come to learn that there are pros to both options.
Let’s figure out which is best for you..

First Look: Before the Wedding or Down the Aisle?

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I know it’s in uncle Bob’s best intentions when he grabs a photo of you at an upward angle walking down the aisle, but please Bob. Don’t. Even Beyonce has bad angles. As photographers we know learn how to flatter every body type and bring out your best features to show you how dang good you look. All. The. Time. #IAmBeyonceAlways

5 Things to Consider When Choosing Your Wedding Photographer

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You’re engaged!! Heck Yeah! – but now what? After you’ve shared the news, celebrated, pinned all the things on Pinterest (which, let’s be real you’ve probably been doing for years. I still do it and I’m married🤪) You’re probably wondering when to book or plan certain things like..Is it too soon to pick out a […]

Wedding Planning Timeline: What to Plan and When

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I think this is single handedly one of the hardest parts to planning a wedding!
Will I hurt their feelings if I don’t invite them?
Do they expect an invite?
Will my parents get upset if I don’t invite them?
I need extra room, this person will understand, right?

I’m about to answer ALL THE THINGS that make up going into a guest list so buckle your seat belts and get out your pens + paper (for those of us who still use those).

How to Make Your Wedding Guest List

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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 […]

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

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Ethan + Emily secretly noticed each other during college at the gym and throughout the campus. Once these two were formally introduced at a bar a couple days before halloween, they hit it off. Since then, these two love hiking together in Arizona, going on walks, in Iowa, where they call home and hanging out […]

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Emily + Ethan | Love On Campus

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In most modern weddings, you’ll witness a unity ceremony. This symbolizes the joining of “two becoming one” or “two families becoming one”. This started with the unity candle. One partner taking a candle and together, lighting a new one. Unity Candle Here are some more fun ideas for your unity ceremony during your wedding! 2. […]

Unity Ceremony Ideas

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Did you know wedding photographers have a different way of doing things? We aren’t one size fits all and there is beauty in that! There are so many things to consider before going through with booking your dream photog for your big day. I know , I know you’re super excited to get the ball rolling but here are some things to consider..

Things to Consider About A Wedding Photographer