Featured: Sugarplum Cupcakes [Iowa City, IA]

A couple of weekends ago, we had a 30th birthday party for my husband Josh. He loves cake (I prefer pie) but since we were having quite a few people over, I thought cupcakes might be more user friendly and wouldn't require extra plates/silverware. I remembered seeing Sugarplum Cupcakes mentioned in the GO section of the Press Citizen one Thursday awhile back and so I contacted the owner, Brenna to see if I could order some for the party. I ended up choosing simple flavors, classic chocolate and vanilla.





Let me just say these cupcakes were AMAZING. I usually dislike cupcakes because of the too sugary/too much frosting but the frosting on these was absolute perfection. Truly everything just melted in your mouth, and the moment I put them out - everyone was asking where I got the delicious cupcakes. In fact, I only got to try the chocolate because the vanilla vanished in about 5 minutes!

I wanted to share my thoughts with you guys because I love supporting local businesses, and Brenna was incredibly easy to work with as well as so, so kind. If you are a cupcake lover, or just want an occasional treat - you can purchase her cupcakes at Revival in Iowa City or through her directly (her info is on her blog - click HERE to view). She also ships cupcakes in jars! :) I need to make a trip to Revival soon, or start planning another party so I can get some more! These would be fabulous for a wedding, birthday party, or whatever occasion you might be celebrating!

Amie + Travis [Iowa City Engagement Photography]

Amie and Travis are getting married in just a few short weeks on Mackinac Island in Michigan, which makes me so sad that I won't be photographing their wedding! I know it will be gorgeous though, and it sounds as though it will be a wonderful day. In fact, to make their day extra special, Amie's brother will be performing the ceremony.

This session has been a long time coming as scheduling became a challenge due to weather, but we finally ordered up the most amazing evening for their engagement photos last Sunday. I had so much fun chatting with Amie and Travis, and of course we brought along the invisible man Josh. :) I wish Amie and Travis the absolute best, I know your wedding day is going to be amazing and I'll keep my fingers crossed that you get beautiful weather like we had for these photos. I hope you like the preview!




I have so many favorites from this session, but this first one I just adore.











Photo below taken by Josh

Elayne + Steve [Iowa City Engagement Photography]

I wasn't sure the weather was going to cooperate for Elayne & Steve's session, in fact I was watching the radar and getting worried as it was orange/yellow over Kent Park last Sunday evening. However, Elayne was willing to play it by ear and see what was happening at the last possible minute before we had to leave. Luckily, the storms held off and we were able to get some gorgeous photos with a mix of sun at the beginning, and a hazy sky later on. I loved how this session unfolded, Steve knows just what to say/do to make Elayne smile and laugh, so we were able to get a ton of beautiful photos.

 Elayne and Steve met when a mutual friend thought they should should meet, Elayne was skeptical - does that ever really work out? (speaking from experience, it does in my mind!) So, their friend set up a tailgate so they could meet. Steve and Elayne actual met earlier that very day, and not knowing about the plan, Steve asked for her number. As it turns out, they have a ton of friends in common and nearly met several times in the past but never quite connected. Funny how things work out, huh?

 Anyways, Elayne and Steve are planning a November wedding this year and I am thrilled to be a part of their day. I hope you enjoy the preview, thanks again to Elayne and Steve for a wonderful session!


Although I love them all, I think these first three are my absolute favorites. Elayne and Steve are just so cute together!!















Photo below taken by Josh














Photo below taken by Josh