A woman wearing sunglasses, a floral bikini top, and blue bottoms relaxes on a lounge chair by the pool, holding a towel on her head as sunlight casts warm tones—a scene reminiscent of Midwest photographers documentary-style photography.
A woman in a sparkling dress smiles as a man in a button-up shirt affectionately leans in, their happiness captured indoors. This black-and-white moment showcases authentic emotion photography by a documentary-style photographer.
A floral arrangement with bright red roses, carnations, pink flowers, and green ferns sits on a concrete floor below a framed poster—capturing the authentic emotion photography style of a Midwest wedding photographer.
Two young children swim underwater in a pool, both smiling at the camera. Capturing authentic emotion photography, one gives a thumbs-up while the other stretches arms wide. Light ripples and reflections dance on the pool floor.
A young girl with closed eyes wears a black-and-white checkered headband and a light pink shirt, sitting peacefully against a neutral background—a serene moment captured by a Midwest photographer.
A couple kisses in the foreground of a city street at dusk, with warm streetlights and a pinkish sky. Capturing authentic emotion, this documentary-style photographer creates a romantic urban atmosphere framed by brick buildings with large windows.
A woman in a light dress holds a baby outdoors in a sunlit, wooded area. Both are smiling and looking at each other, with soft sunlight filtering through the trees—an authentic emotion photography moment captured beautifully.
A bride in a white dress and veil stands in soft sunlight, holding a bouquet of white flowers. Captured by a Midwest photographer, she lifts part of her veil with one hand, serene before a stone wall and window.
An adult lifts a smiling toddler with pigtails, dressed in a yellow sweater and denim overalls, into the air against a clear blue sky—captured by a Midwest photographer with a documentary-style approach.
A person in a sparkling white dress with sheer sleeves raises one arm gracefully against a pastel sunset sky, capturing a serene and elegant mood—perfect inspiration for wedding photography with a documentary-style photographer’s touch.
A couple embraces closely outdoors in warm sunlight. Captured by a Midwest wedding photographer, the woman in a white dress gazes at the camera while the man holds her and kisses her head, surrounded by softly blurred trees and greenery.
A woman in a red top leans her head on a mans chest while he stands behind her, both holding hands. Captured by a Midwest photographer, their calm and serene expressions shine against the plain light pink background.
A person in a flowing white dress stands in a sunlit field, partially obscured by sheer, floral-patterned fabric blowing in the breeze—a scene full of authentic emotion photography captured in a warm, soft, and dreamy atmosphere.
Artistic Des Moines maternity photography on film with mother and toddler at lake

I shoot a mix of 35mm film and digital with custom add-ons.

Check out everything I offer below, and send any questions.

Couples

The two of you, in love and being yourselves.  On a mix of film + digital.

$1200

Add-Ons

Super 8 Video

$500

Testimonials

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FAQ

What is your shooting style?

I’m much more of a moment collector than I am a moment director. I like to work organically to capture you in a way that reflects your relationship, your love. While I do, of course, step in when needed to offer guidance, I try to focus on noticing all of the unique connections happening around me and telling those stories with a unique combination of perspective and light.

When do we receive our images?

For engagement or couple sessions: generally around 1-3 weeks. For weddings: 6-8 weeks, depending on the season.

How can we book you?

Sign the contract viewable here + deposit holds your date.

Do you shoot film?

I love to shoot on film. It’s soulful and the colors and textures are un-matched. I bring film along to weddings and the prices of my packages reflect that.

Do you retouch photos?

I always do color correcting but as far as retouching, I only retouch obvious blemishes, bruises, or other overly distracting elements. I don’t retouch parts of your body (curves, double chins, excess skin, etc). However, if you are particularly self conscious about something, please let me know. I can make sure to be aware of it during our time together.

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