I've photographed the Richards family through weddings, childhood, senior pictures, and now the next generation too. Their latest session at Rockwood State Park gave me another chance to catch up with this crew, see how much Liam has grown, and document this stage of their family.
Read MoreThe Mueller family finally got everyone together for a long-awaited stay in Elizabeth, Illinois, with family photos as a special gift for Mom. Between three little grandsons, plenty of personality, and a family that wasn't afraid to be themselves, this was such a fun crew to photograph.
Read MoreWhile Erica was back in Iowa for the summer, we squeezed in a quick engagement session at Eagle Point Park in Clinton. After knowing Erica for years, it was so much fun catching up, meeting her fiance, and documenting this next chapter for the two of them.
Read MoreA hot July evening, Rockwood State Park, and matching Jordan Love #10 jerseys made Kyrsten and Isaak's engagement session perfectly them. The jerseys were especially fitting since these two will officially become husband and wife on 10/10!
Read MoreShannon + Shannon gathered their crew at an Airbnb along the Wapsipinicon River for a summer family session. With beautiful evening light, everyone together, and little Dalliah celebrating her first birthday, it was the perfect opportunity for some updated family photos.
Read MoreSeven years after I first photographed Ellery at age four, we got the chance to do it all over again during another summer in Iowa. This time we wandered Bickelhaupt Arboretum, talked theater, fantasy and D&D, and captured eleven-year-old Ellery exactly as she is right now.
Read MoreFrom engagement photos to life as a family of four, I've loved getting to document the Daniels family through so many chapters. This time, we kept things close to home with a sweet backyard session featuring their two little girls.
Read MoreJayden + Julio brought the sweetest energy to their engagement session at Rockwood State Park. Between the lakeside views, perfect weather, and the way these two naturally interacted together, this session felt effortless from start to finish.
Read MoreCaragan and Joe’s engagement session took us from the trees at Bickelhaupt Arboretum to the Mississippi River just in time for an incredible sunset. Between the river views, a quick outfit change, and a few appearances from their dog Winston, the whole evening felt relaxed, playful, and genuinely fun from start to finish.
Read MoreEmma and Brayden’s February engagement session at Bickelhaupt Arboretum was quick, a little chilly, and full of sweet moments. June 20th can’t come soon enough!
Read MoreA crisp late-November afternoon at Eagle Point Park made the perfect backdrop for the French family’s session. With their two college kids home and their dog stealing a few frames, the whole shoot felt relaxed, warm, and genuinely connected. A simple, meaningful hour together before winter arrived.
Read MoreA lively, personality-filled session at Grace Camp with a mix of Christmas trees, fall color, and plenty of genuine family energy.
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