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Lauren has been a wonderful Client of mine for years and when she came to me about a branding session for her new business adventure, I was beyond excited to help this fellow creative. Small Business Branding sessions have quickly become a huge favorite of mine to photograph. I love getting to meet other passionate, […]

Creative Team + Vendor CreditsCeremony & Reception Venue | Emerson Creek Pottery & Tea RoomCatering | My Chef CateringOfficiant | Tyler ReifFloral Design | Mayfield FlowersDJ | Non-Stop EntertainmentCake | Emerson Creek SweetsInvitations/Stationery | MintedWedding Dress | Essense of Australia from Bella Sposa BridalHair & Makeup | The Beauty Company MantenoGroom’s Tux | Diamond Formal […]

Tip 1 — Check the weather the week of your session. The weather in the midwest changes so much from day-to-day that sometimes we find ourselves planning a spring outfit and it ends up being winter-like weather. If you check the weather about 3 days before your session, you’ll have plenty of time to adjust […]

I absolutely love shooting an engagement session. It’s an opportunity to get to know my couples and allow the couple to showcase not only their love, but their hobbies and interests as well! As much fun as engagement sessions are, there is also a lot of planning that goes into them. Lucky for you, I’ve […]