Jen Madigan Photography

Elizabeth and Eric [Iowa City, IA Maternity Photography]

I feel as though I've gotten extremely lucky this year, not only with amazing clients but beautiful weather for sessions even into the week of Thanksgiving! Elizabeth and Eric's session took place on an absolutely gorgeous Wednesday afternoon in downtown Iowa City.

I had such a great time chatting with and getting to know these two, who are somewhat new arrivals to the Iowa City area from Chicago. Elizabeth and I share a love for delicious food, and puppies (of course) - and Josh chatted Eric's ear off about cars. I truly didn't want this session to end, but lucky for me I get to photograph their little one once he or she arrives in early January.

Elizabeth and Eric - Thank you so much for an amazing session, and for trusting me to document such an important time in your lives! You two are so much fun, and I look forward to seeing you guys again soon!

Seriously, is Elizabeth not the most gorgeous pregnant woman ever?

Elizabeth and Eric love to go to Molly's Cupcakes, and so we stopped by for a quick treat as well as a photo. This is definitely one of my faves as well, so cute!

BriAnne & Colby [Iowa City, IA After Session]

This year I gained two new "brothers" as two of my sisters were married this fall. Bri and Colby were married in a small, intimate ceremony in Las Vegas on November 3rd, and so we planned an "after" session to get them some beautiful photos to document their marriage. We were lucky to have a sun soaked Saturday evening for the session, and although I'm probably biased, I thought the images turned out beautifully!!

Bri and Colby - it's wonderful seeing you both so happy! I wish you nothing but happiness now, and always. I love you both.

Happy Thanksgiving!

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!

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!

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!

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.

Elayne, you are gorgeous!

Next two photos taken by Josh.

Below photo by Josh.

One of my favorites!

Cutest little flower girl EVER! This doll was such a great little model, I couldn't believe she was only 2 1/2.

Below photo taken by Josh.

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!