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This engagement session was a special one. Leah and Jordan are tying the knot this summer at Camp YoliJwa, a place near and dear to my heart. We spent this cloudy afternoon getting to know each other and how they met – through mutual friends – while wandering around Caledonia State Park. It was a […]
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Studios are such a fun way to mix up sessions, and this session was no different. Shooting in a studio forces me to get creative because I’m not relying on scenery and lighting to help tell the story. I’m solely focusing on the couple that I’m photographing. This offers a nice way of keeping the […]
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Colin + Mary are getting married this fall at the stunning Elizabeth Furnace in Lancaster. We had a gorgeous spring evening touring their venue and taking their engagement photos this past April! You’ve seen these two on my page often, and will probably continue to see more of them. They are some of my favorite […]
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I’ve had the honor of photographing the Smiths the past couple of years. Lauren is a very talented photographer herself, while her husband Levi is a large animal vet. Their farm is my favorite place to photograph them, with their cows as a fabulous backdrop! This year was so special, it was my first time […]
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We’ve been waiting for this day for a long time. Luke asked Grant and me if we could photograph his proposal to Emily without her knowing! They wanted updated couple’s photos, so it seemed like the perfect time to snap some pictures of their special moment. And in the mountain surrounded by fog, it was […]
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Wedding days are crazy busy and full of hype. As they should be! But there are a few things brides can have ready for their photographers that help make the day – and photos – go smoothly. Brides, have your bouquets arrive before your photographer! This is essential in making sure that your bouquet will […]
Hey photographers! Editing weddings can seem like an insurmountable task. However, by using a few of these tricks, you will be editing your weddings faster than ever before! Cull your wedding photos the day after you get home from the wedding. This can be a challenge. After the whole entire wedding day, you might not […]
In 8th grade, Alex made a promise to Kylee that he was going to marry her. Years later, and lots of jeep rides later, Alex finally got to see his promise to Kylee come true. Saturday, March 27th they celebrated on the most beautiful day in front of family and friends. Through deployments and training, […]
When planning a wedding, every couples realizes at some point just how expensive it really is. Whether you’re going all out with a large extravegant wedding, or paying for it yourselves, here are a few ways you can cut down on the cost of the day, so you can save money for the lifetime afterwards! […]
Every bride knows that wedding planning is tough, long and sometimes expensive. Especially now since COVID has hit, planning a wedding in the middle of a pandemic is life altering! However, there are a few things brides ALWAYS forget when they’re planning their special day. They forget to put themselves first. While you’re pursuing Pinterest […]
Natalee and Trey have been dating for over five years and they’ve finally decided to tie to knot! Trey is cousins with my husband Grant, and Natalee and I used to work together. They are people who are so dear to us and are finally making it official. We cannot wait for their June 2021 […]
Pilin and Mark reached out to me about doing maternity photos way back in January when I was still on leave because of my back. Her simple inquiry of “I absolutely love your photos and want you to be our photographer!” had be super eager to get back into it. I’ve missed having people in […]
One of the main things that changed weddings in 2020 and now 2021 is wedding restrictions. And of course, COVID-19. Though it is not what anyone was expecting, and is still frustraing brides alike in 2021, there are a few ways to still have the wedding you were dreaming of. And it starts with hosting […]
The week of the wedding is one of the most exciting weeks ever! It can be the fastest or the slowest week of your life as an eager bride. But here are ten things you should make sure you do the week of your wedding. Test drive the full look. Try on your dress, do […]
When planning a wedding, it is a really stressful affair! So it’s no wonder when things get overlooked. Having gone through wedding planning myself, I understand and know what the thought process is! Having a guide to help me remember important details like lodging, transportation, and day-of details were super helpful. Here are fifteen really […]
