Monday
Sep052011

Des Moines Family Photographer: Kaedyn, One Year Sneak Peek

Kaedyn is a summer boy and with summer, comes hot weather and pool side fun! A couple of weeks ago, I shot Kaedyn's one year photos at the Salisbury House and at his own home, hoping to get some pool shots. Although he didn't hop in for a swim, I was able to get some summer fun shots!

Friday
Aug192011

Des Moines Family Photographer: Soy, Lyle, Mitchell & Marcus

Last Sunday, I took a step away from my temporary photography break to take photos of my cousin Soy and her twin boys, Mitchell and Marcus before she and Lyle took them to college on Thursday. Man, have they've grown up so fast. I remember when I was the one towering over them and chasing them around the house. They were quite the handful but have now outgrown all of us and are off on their next phase in life. It's been great to see and hear about them growing up. Mitchell & Marcus, I wish you the best in you pursuit of life! You've made all of us proud and we're all excited to see what you do next.

Monday
Aug152011

Life: Tosha's Bridal Shower

On Saturday, Tosha's close friends and family got together and hosted a bridal shower in her honor. It was months in the making and there were a few late night preparations, as I've been told. The time and attention to detail did not go unnoticed when the final set up was completed.
I want to say a very big THANK YOU to Josie, Natalie, Sarah, Heidi, Elisabeth and Ashley for making my fiance so happy and also a thank you to everyone who came and blessed us with good wishes in our new life. I can not express enough how much Tosha appreciates your love and friendship.
I am excited celebrate with everyone who was there and everyone who will be at our wedding in two months!

PS. Thank you for the left overs. They were very delicious!

And now for the big reveal!!! I love the emotion of appreciation and happiness.

Thursday
Jun162011

Des Moines Family Photographer: Smith/Wagener/Johnson Sneak Peek

This past Saturday I drove to Polk City for a family session with the Smiths, Wageners and Johnsons. It couldn't have been a nicer day for morning photos. We had planned on a second location but the fact that we stayed at their lovely home made this session more sentimental and intimate to capture. As always, I've had great time getting to know everyone while enjoying a few laughs. Here is a sneak peek of what's to come!

Saturday
Jun112011

Des Moines Portrait Photographer: Lisa, East High Class of 2012

Lisa is a Senior Class  of 2012 at East High who plans to attend Iowa State University after graduation. She is a smart and ambitious young lady and I had a lot of fun filming her senior photo session on what seemed to be the hottest day of the year so far. It was a scorching 92 degrees or what felt like a 100. Nonetheless, we made it through and right after she attended dance class.