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Daniel & Natalie
Palace Event Center Wedding
Last weekend, I had the opportunity to second shoot a beautiful wedding for Daniel and Natalie at Palace Event Center in Iowa. I was assisting the incredibly talented Madisen Paulson, whom I have had the pleasure of working alongside before. Madisen is truly magical behind the camera and does an amazing job helping brides navigate and enjoy their wedding day with confidence and ease.
From the moment I arrived, it was clear that this was going to be a special day. Natalie was an absolute ray of sunshine. She had the biggest smile on her face all day long, and her joy was contagious. Watching her and Daniel celebrate with their family and friends was such a wonderful reminder of why I love wedding photography.
The weather could not have been more perfect. May weddings have a special place in my heart, and this day was no exception. The warm sunshine, blooming spring landscape, and comfortable temperatures created the perfect backdrop for such a meaningful celebration.
Over the past several years, I've had the opportunity to photograph and second shoot numerous weddings throughout the area. One of my favorite things about this industry is the chance to collaborate with other talented local photographers while helping couples preserve some of the most important memories of their lives. Every wedding is unique, and I always leave feeling grateful to have played a small part in documenting such a meaningful day.
Congratulations again to Daniel and Natalie! Thank you for allowing us to capture your wedding day. Wishing you both a lifetime filled with love, laughter, and many happy memories together.
Natalie & Delaney
Frolicking Through the Loess Hills with Delaney + Natalie | Iowa Portrait Session
When your college bestie reaches out for a photo session with her cousin, you know it’s going to be something special.
Delaney and Natalie met me out at the stunning Hitchcock Nature Center in the Loess Hills of Iowa—a location that never disappoints. Even though the skies were gray and the bugs were determined, we leaned into the moody, earthy vibes of the day and made magic happen.
These two were so much fun to work with. We wandered through tall grass, found hidden trails, and laughed way too hard trying to avoid mosquito ambushes. The clouds created the dreamiest soft light, and the rolling hills made the perfect backdrop for their joyful energy and sweet connection.
This session was the perfect mix of laid-back, adventurous, and heartfelt—basically everything I love about photographing people who trust me to capture them just as they are.
Scroll down for some of my favorite moments from this cozy, carefree session in the Loess Hills.