Alexis {Frozen Inspired Bridal Session}

Recently I headed to Dubuque for a "Frozen" inspired bridal session.  In case you haven't noticed from my previous "Frozen" inspired session and my "About" page on my website, I may or may not be in love with the movie "Frozen."  I've loved the idea of a snowy bridal session and after watching it for the first time, I knew I had to do it.

Jillian {Modeled Bridal Session}

 

I love the golden hour of the day.  During this modeled session with Jillian, it added to her glow and radiance.  I am in absolute love with how this session went.  For years, I have gone to visit a dear friend in the town of Clermont.  Clermont is a very small town and most people would not think of it as an amazing location for portraits, but I was drawn to shoot there.  Thankfully, Jillian was up for indulging my itch to photograph a bridal session there.

Busy Week

I have spent the past week traveling all around Iowa for shoots.  I am loving the images from this week.  I've been photographing some adorable kids, a beautiful styled session, a tiny newborn, and bridal portraits.  So many great people and so many amazing locations.  I  cannot wait to share them with you!  Now, I'm off to hit the road again.  Be sure to check back next week for some fun images!

Joel & Laura {Day After Session}

On September 23rd, I met with Joel & Laura for their "Day After" session.  In this case it is a misnomer, since it was not in fact the day after their wedding, but it was still tons of fun.  I highly recommend a Day After session to couples who's timelines may not allow for additional portrait locations on the day of their wedding.  This session allows them a more relaxed portrait experience without the worry of getting to the ceremony or reception on time.  Plus, brides are generally a little less worried about some dirt getting on the hem of their dress.

Julie {Bridal Portraits}

Last month, Julie came in for her bridal portrait session. Bridal portraits are a wonderful opportunity to get gorgeous photos of you in your wedding gown. They are typically more formal than a "trash the dress" session and are done before the wedding.

Sarah {Trash The Dress}

In August, I had the pleasure of photographing a Trash the Dress session with the beautiful Sarah. It was so much fun! The session took place up around Lake McBride in Solon. We started out with some gorgeous and glamorous photos of Sarah at one of the beaches. Then we headed off to the boat dock, where she jumped off! Amazing!!! She was so willing to have fun with the session and the photos we got are stunning. Thank you to Sarah for being an amazing model!

Jessica {Trash the Dress}

Yesterday, I had an amazing session with the beautiful Jessica from Bella Joli. She got married last fall and wanted to do a trash the dress session. So much fun! She was such a trooper to hike around the Ped Mall, train bridge, and Coralville Lake in the heat and humidity yesterday. I'm glad she did though, the photos are so gorgeous! A big thank you to Bella Joli for providing the beautiful jewelry she wore. If you are planning a wedding and are looking for breathtaking jewelry, you should definitely visit them in downtown Iowa City.

Trash the Dress: Lauren

As you know if you read my blog, I love trash the dress sessions. I think they are gorgeous. Who wouldn't want a chance to wear their beautiful gown again? My May 28th bride, Lauren, felt the same way. So we headed to the Ped Mall for an amazing session. The alley ways of the Ped Mall are such a perfect contrast to her dress. At the end of our session we stopped by Hotel Vetro's lobby. I love the picture of her on the black couch with the painting in the background. Love it!!

Shawn {Trash The Dress}

Yesterday I headed up to the Coralville Lake to meet up with the beautiful Shawn. We had a great time playing around in the water, hanging out on the beach, strolling through the woods and getting some amazing shots along the way.

Lyndsey

Yesterday I photographed some bridal and informal portraits for Lyndsey. She married Tim this past Valentines' and shortly afterward he was deployed to Iraq. So we headed out yesterday to get some nice shots of her in her wedding dress and some more casual ones to send to him while he's overseas. We had a lot of fun playing around City Park and got some great pictures in the process.