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There’s just something about Central Library Engagement Photos that makes me obsessed every single time! Liz and Graylon brought the perfect mix of classy and laid-back to their session. Starting downtown at the stunning St. Louis Central Library and ending at Tower Grove Park as the sun set. It felt like two totally different worlds […]

Shannon & Brendan brought such effortlessly cool energy to their Tower Grove Park engagement session. From the moment they showed up, it felt like a scene straight out of an indie film! but in the most natural, laid-back way. Shannon wore this simple but stunning cream mini dress with just the right texture, and Brendan […]

Planning an intimate celebration and feeling like every photographer in town only offers full-day coverage? You’re not alone! That’s exactly why I created my Small Wedding Package, a photo & video bundle designed for couples planning elopements, untraditional weddings, or even just a reception after tying the knot elsewhere. This package makes it easy to […]

Dylan and Stephanie’s wedding at Haue Valley was the definition of summer magic. This venue in Pacific, Missouri has it all, rolling fields, tons of greenery, and the dreamiest golden light at the end of the day. Their day showed off exactly why couples love it here: a space that feels both relaxed and elevated, […]

There’s something so fun about a Chicago engagement session that feels like date night, and that’s exactly what Carley and Zak created! Their session was the perfect mix of casual, playful, and romantic. We started at Hopleaf, their go-to Andersonville bar for beers and fries, and ended the night at Montrose Beach, where they spend […]

If you’ve been searching for a countryside wedding venue that blends rustic beauty with modern farmhouse elegance, a Pine Hallow Farms wedding might be exactly what you’ve been dreaming of! Tucked between Eureka and House Springs, Missouri, this barn venue sits on 40 serene wooded acres, offering both indoor and outdoor spaces that feel private, […]

It doesn’t get dreamier than a Hatcher’s Pass wedding in the heart of Alaska. Nate & Keil traveled north to say their vows surrounded by rolling green mountains, low-hanging mist, and the most peaceful stillness that only Alaska can bring! On her very first call with me, Keil mentioned she was crossing her fingers for […]

There’s just something about summer evenings in Missouri that feels timeless, and Becca and Austin’s maternity session at Busch Wildlife in St. Charles was exactly that! With wildflowers in bloom, golden light spilling across the fields, and a soft summer breeze, the setting couldn’t have been more perfect. These two radiated so much love and […]

Amanda and Mitchell’s wedding at the Wild Carrot was classy, cool, and unapologetically them! These two wanted a celebration that felt elevated but never stuffy, and they pulled it off with total ease. From skipping cake cutting to custom trucker hats (yes, really), they ditched tradition in favor of a day that felt laid-back, intentional, […]

If you’re starting to plan your big day and searching for unforgettable wedding venues in St. Louis, you’ve got options, and some seriously gorgeous ones! From timeless ballrooms dripping with chandeliers to airy greenhouses and lush gardens, these five venues are giving couples all the heart-eyes. Whether you’re planning an intimate or big celebration, here’s […]

Tess & Jack’s wedding at 612 North was the perfect mix of timeless elegance and modern city vibes. From the moment we started the day at the Four Seasons to ending the night under twinkle lights and brick walls, it was nonstop magic! And with the St. Louis Arch peeking in from just about every […]

There’s something so effortlessly timeless about a wedding at the St. Louis Art Museum, and Maddy & Tim’s day was the definition of modern meets laid-back elegance. They leaned into the beauty of the venue, the people they love most, and each other, and let everything else just be. No over-planning, no rushing from one […]