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
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bride and groom in downtown Madison outside the capitol building

The dudes, Your groomsmen are your support system on your wedding day. They’re there to help you with everything from tying your tie to calming your nerves. Naturally, capturing the moments shared with your groomsmen in photographs is just as important as the rest of your wedding photos. Here are the 5 must-have photos with your groomsmen that every groom should consider.

5 Must Have Photos with Your Groomsmen

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Weddings expenses can add up quick, with costs ranging from the venue to the flowers and everything in between. However, with a little bit of planning and creativity, you can still have the wedding of your dreams without having the debt of your nightmares. Here are some tips on how to save money on your wedding.

How to Save Money on Your Wedding

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While some couples may see this as a perk in their wedding package (or add on, depending on the photographer), there are many reasons why engagement sessions are important and should be considered an essential part of the wedding planning process. Here are 5 reasons why engagement sessions are important..

5 Reasons to Have an Engagement Session

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

2023 Wedding Trends

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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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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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jenga wedding guest book ideas iowa wedding photographer

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