Happy Thanksgiving!

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I feel like this year I have so much to be thankful for - great friends, family, and two little puppies that keep me on my toes. I'm so grateful for incredible clients who allow me to do what I love, thank you all so much for every opportunity you've given me this year. I'm also very thankful for Mindy Myers, who gave me the chance to second shoot with her this year. I learned so much and had such a wonderful time!

I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving, enjoy every minute with your loved ones!

Jeff, Rena, Blake, and Reese [Oh, and Griz too!] - [North Liberty, IA Family Photography]

Rena recently gave her boyfriend Jeff a gift certificate for photos as a birthday gift, as he had mentioned he had very few photos of him and the kids. (Gift certificates are a great gift idea, I might add!) We did their session on Sunday, November 4th, and although it was a little overcast, for early November the temperatures weren't too bad.

Blake is 11 and Reese is 4, and I really don't think these two kids could get much cuter. Blake was a natural in front of the camera, and once Reese opened up a bit, she did a fabulous job as well (aren't those blue eyes just gorgeous?!?). These two, paired with Rena, Jeff, and of course the professional dog model Griz, made for a great session. Rena, Jeff, Blake, and Reese - thank you for such a wonderful session, I hope you guys enjoy the preview!

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Griz, super[model] dog in disguise? Rena warned me that Griz was a little crazy, but honestly he was SO well behaved. I really love when people include their pets in their photos, they are a part of the family after all!
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This last set of images was when we had finished and were just playing around, Josh helped Rena and Jeff gather up leaves to throw on the kids. Even Griz got in on the fun!
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Elayne + Steve [Solon, IA Brosh Chapel Wedding Photography]

Elayne and Steve were married on a sunny, beautiful afternoon on November 3rd. These two are such a wonderful couple, snd I love photographing these two because they always seem very present in the moment and are so sweet together. Steve knows just what to say to make Elayne laugh and smile, and Elayne looks as him as though he's the only person on the planet.

Elayne and Steve, congratulations!! You both looked fabulous, happy, and very much in love on your wedding day, and we wish you more of the same as you begin your journey together! It was a pleasure spending the day with you and your family & friends - everyone was SO kind and fun to be around. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I hope you like the preview!

To see even more images from Elayne and Steve's big day - click HERE to view their custom wedding website.

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Elayne, you are gorgeous!
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One of my favorites!
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Cutest little flower girl EVER! This doll was such a great little model, I couldn't believe she was only 2 1/2.
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Below photo taken by Josh.
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As we took photos on the balcony between the ceremony and reception, we looked over to see Steve's sister and husband through the glass door. I just love this pic!
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Elayne had a Star Wars groom's cake made for Steve, and he loved it! 
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Below photo by Josh.
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