Introducing Jeff and Vanessa Carlson! These two lovebirds tied the knot in a beautiful July wedding ceremony at Orchard Ridge Farms in Rockton, Illinois. Their day was full of laughter, sweet smiles, loving looks, holding hands, and pure joy. It was such a blast to witness this amazing couple say, “I do,” and begin their […]

For these outdoorsy high school sweethearts, outdoor photos were a must-have for their engagement shoot! I had such a fun time getting to know Jenna and Josh during their outdoorsy and rustic photo session. From their loving smiles, covert looks, and genuine laughter, each photo captured the couple’s personality with ease. These two are all […]

Kelly and Michael’s November wedding was full of romance, heart eyes, and true love! From the colors of navy, wine, and gold to the stunning Radisson Hotel venue in Normal, IL, there was no better way for these newlyweds to say “I do.” It was amazing to capture the emotions, intimate glances, and stolen glances […]

A Millikin University engagement session is just the thing for a couple whose love story began on the Millikin campus! It was so much fun capturing photos of Hannah and Scott on the steps of their alma mater…and the place where their journey started. The session was full of happy emotion, and these sweet lovebirds […]

The little details are what make each wedding I have ever photographed unique, personal, and special. Whitney and Zach’s Peoria, IL wedding was no different. From the coral and grey accents to their cute wedding hashtag #ItsAShelabration, the newlywed’s personalities really shined on their big day. Their day was a “shelebration”, full of infinite love […]

Turning moments into memories – that’s what I’m all about! And that is exactly what we did for Ellen and Mike’s engagement session. Aside from the adorable looks and rustic charm setting, there was magic in the air as I photographed these lovebirds. With their sweet glances, soft laughter, and caring smiles, it was almost […]

Welcome to married life, Laura and Brandon! This sweet couple’s Magnolia Urban Garden wedding in Kansas City, MO was an incredible celebration and the perfect beginning to a life full of laughter, happiness, and love. From time-honored traditions to the personal touches like their dog Diesel joining in the fun, Laura and Brandon swept into […]

Love was in the air during Anna and Jeff’s lakefront engagement session! Some of the best engagement photos result from two people in love laughing and simply enjoying their time together – and we certainly captured plenty of these types of photos during this sweet couple’s session. It was so much fun witnessing the love, […]