Van Otterloo Wedding

"Nothing we do or say in this lifetime will matter as much as the way we loved each other." 

-Reinhold Niebuhr

One of the most beautiful marriage blessings I've heard goes...

"My greatest wish for the two of you is that through the years, 

your love for each other will so deepen and grow, that years from now, 

when you look back on this day, your wedding day, as the day you loved each other the least."

This marriage blessing not only wishes you beautiful day but a beautiful and growing love because its not just about the day.  Its about the rest of your life, together. 

On a beautiful late July afternoon, I had the honor of spending a bit of time with this beautiful couple and their family and friends.  What a perfect day for a wedding!  The beauty of the day carried over into the beauty seen in that church, a beaming couple, committing to each other.  It was a pleasure to be a part of your day!  You were all so amazing to work with and definitely made my job easy!  Congratulations Brittany & Travis!

Mckenzey Marie

"A person's a person, 

no matter how small."

-Dr. Suess

Little kids, no matter how young, or how seemingly inconsistent, have a personality all their own.  They bring out a little of their dad, a bit of their mom and a flare of their own.  Each photo shoot I do with these youngsters shows me how many different and vibrant little persons there are!  And with each shoot I try to capture that beautiful personality to share with all of you.

Little Miss Mckenzey!  You are a beauty!  Not a surprise.  I must say you take after your mother!  No worries though Kris.  I think she's got a bit of spunk from you in her too!  Those little lips and bright eyes, you are sure to be fighting off those boys in no time!  Keep that sparkle sweet Mckenzey!

Fjeldstad Wedding

"Someday, someone will walk into your life 

and make you realize why it never worked out with anyone else."

Each story is different.  Each road, each ride, each 'how we got to where we are' is special and unique to each couple.  That's what makes it your story.  That's what makes it special.  Each wedding, I try to capture just a small part of that story.  

What an honor and a pleasure to be able to photograph a family member's wedding.  We have so many memories growing up together and this one will certainly make the list.  Justin, you are such an amazing man and a great addition to this family!  Kristin, you are beautiful as always and absolutely shine when you're together.  Your love is apparent and you make a beautiful couple.  Thank you for this wonderful memory and many more to come!

The Howlett Family

"Being a part of a family means that you are a part of something wonderful.  It means you will love and be loved for the rest of your life.  No matter what."

In looking through past photos, from weddings to kids to families, one thing remains the same throughout; Love.  Though the stages of love and types of love vary, there is always Love.  The new love of engagement and wedding photos, the unconditional love in a parents eyes for their newborn, the forever love of families.  

This family makes me happy every time I get to be with them, let alone photograph them!  Miss C, you are growing like a weed!  A fun thing we tried with this shoot was to meet at a park and just snap pictures as they played!  They turned out so great and how much fun for them!  This kind of shoot makes me excited to see what’s in store next for this growing family!

Logan

While we try to teach our children all about life,
Our children teach us what life is all about.
~Angela Schwindt

I can imagine that there is something about bringing home a baby for the first time that is so surreal and new.  Your life has officially changed.  Your sleep, your routines, your errand running, your grocery list, your laundry; everything is different and wonderfully new all because of this little person in your life!  All for the better!  

Little mister Logan!  You are a ham!  And the biggest, little blessing your parents could ask for!  You light up a room with that smile and will soon be stealing hearts with it!  You certainly have an eye for your momma though!  I think my favorite part of this shoot was being able to hang out at your home and seeing the whole family in your natural environment.  You’re one lucky little guy!  Spoiled with love!

Amelia & Mark - May 25, 2012

"This is the start of your sweet little story.  The part where your page meets his and no matter where your tale takes you, tomorrow, your story will always read 'Love'."

Outdoor weddings are always some of the best.  There's the unknown and yet a creativity that goes into setting up this nature-themed outdoor affair.  It is truly and uniquely your own.  You can't help but relax to the music of the birds and wind blowing through the trees and the nature provided decor.  

A majority of the photos I take have been for friends or co-workers, family, extended family but rarely for someone I have yet to meet.  There’s always apprehension when meeting new people.  What are their personalities like?  Will I know what kind of photos to do to fit their style?  These two families would not disappoint!  What an amazing bunch!  I’m quite certain I haven’t smiled or laughed that much at a wedding in all my life!  And the beautiful personalities I met will stick with me forever!  You are all so great and willing to do pictures, rain or shine!  It was wonderful meeting all of you fine folks!  I would be so blessed to see you again in the future!