Sara + Luke [Iowa City, IA St. Patrick's and University Club Wedding Photography]

I had so much fun photographing Sara and Luke last year for their engagement session (these two are just incredibly photogenic - so not fair!! Lol.) and was super excited for their June 27th wedding. After rain all week, I was crossing my fingers for beautiful weather and Mother Nature obliged, giving us a beautiful clear June day.

Sara and Luke are so sweet, and their bridal party was incredibly kind and fun to be around. I love my clients - they make my job so much fun!! Sara did a great job picking out everything as well, everything was flawless (including the reception decor which she and Luke's mom made!) Their reception was held at the University Club and after several amazing toasts and first dances, the bridal party danced to "Gangnam Style" to get the party started. What a great night!

Sara and Luke - thank you so much for such a fun day! We think you guys are fabulous and we wish you the best now and always!

Vendor info: 
Reception- The University Club
Dress- Bridal Elegance (Urbandale, IA)
Shoes- Von Maur
Bridesmaids dresses- David's Bridal
Bridal Makeup- Nadia Hasan (Maid of Honor and owner of Nadia Danielle, Chicago)
Hair and Bridesmaid makeup- Bellissimo Salon & Day Spa, Iowa City
Tuxes- Men's Wearhouse
Flowers and Cake- Waterfront Hy-Vee, Iowa City
DJ- Riniker Rhythm
Party Bus- Dolly's
Videography- Video Center Media (Iowa City)

Photo on right by Barb Danielson
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Photos below by Josh
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Photo below by Barb Danielson
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Photo below by Josh
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Erica + Alex [Pompano Beach, FL Family Photography]

Erica is one of the best people I know, and I just adore her son Alex too. These two are hilarious, and I was so thrilled to travel down to Florida while they were on vacation to work on a book project with Erica and her friend Tiffney. While I was there, I took photos of Erica and her son on the beach. So gorgeous!! I wish I could do this all the time...who doesn't love the ocean?

I met Erica (who is a fabulous massage therapist and is also trained in Reiki - http://www.inspiritheals.com) at the most perfect time in early 2014. I was going through a rough transition period in my life, and she became a great friend of mine throughout that time. I'm so grateful to know her, and lucky to have such amazing clients as friends!!

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Rena + Jeff [Iowa City, IA Maternity Photography]

Rena and Jeff are expecting their first child together in August, and I was thrilled that they asked me to photograph their maternity photos. We had a beautiful evening for these photos, and Rena was absolutely glowing. Here are a handful of my favorites...

Rena and Jeff - thank you so much for choosing me to photograph this time in your lives! I can't wait for the newborn session! :)

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