the CSP blog

On a warm August day, Peyten and Nicky celebrated their love story at The Midnight Gem. The adventure that started nine years ago, on the eve of their wedding day, culminated in a day filled with unforgettable moments and memories. Like the lovely scheduled picnic Peyten and Nicky enjoyed together before the day’s hustle and […]

Miranda and Caleb’s kicked of their day at a charming countryside Airbnb cabin nestled in Winterset, IA. The cabin created an ideal ambiance for their preparations. I could sense the palpable excitement radiating between Miranda and Caleb as the morning unfolded. Miranda and Caleb selected the Francis and Thelma Jackson Building for their wedding ceremony […]

Wow! It’s been a whirlwind of photographing some pretty amazing weddings for me! I couldn’t be more blessed and honored to photograph each and every one of them.  Alyssa and Ben were just the sweetest and their wedding at River View Lodge was absolutely AMAZING and BEAUTIFUL! Alyssa and Ben’s getting ready photos were off […]

Braelyn and Cody were married on a beautiful summer day at the Rustic Rose Barn in Roland, Iowa, surrounded by their family and friends, as they said “I do.”  The Rustic Rose Barn offered a stunning setting for their outdoor ceremony, perfectly situated in front of a picturesque pond. The location also featured a beautiful […]

Emily and Connor chose Carper Vineyard and Winery in Norwalk, Iowa for their wedding and reception. Carper Vineyard and Winery was the perfect backdrop for Emily and Connor’s wedding day with the vines in the background, a lovely pond and weeping willow trees about the property. It has the most beautiful location for the perfect […]

What a beautiful day for Kassie and Tucker’s wedding. Debbie’s Celebration Barn provided the perfect backdrop for Kassie and Tucker’s “I Do’s” The joy that comes through on a wedding day is a different kind of joy. It is a once in a lifetime feeling, and I am beyond honored to get to preserve it […]

I am starting off with a very busy spring season and my heart couldn’t be more full! I feel so blessed to be working with some of the sweetest couples. Vanessa and Christain’s wedding at the Airport Winery was incredible, despite the cold weather! Weather in March can be very unpredictable and March 16, 2024, […]

Abby and Gavin are married; it was the most perfect and fun way to end a year. Not to mention, the date was 12.31.23! A date they will never forget, not only for the date but for the magical day it was!   Abby and Gavin’s day was so full of energy and excitement! Their […]

On November 18, 2023, I had the honor of photographing Abbie and Jared’s beautiful wedding at This Old Barn located in Fairfield, Iowa. The cool air made for a perfect fall wedding. Abby and Jared tied the knot on a sunny November day and I am so excited to share a peek into their day! […]

A November wedding is pretty up in the air as to what kind of weather you will get on your big day. For Katie and Trever, it could not have been more perfect! it was an AMAZING day! The day, the couple, the venue…everything was just beautiful! You could just feel the love Katie and […]

Initially Emily and Conner were to meet me at the Des Moines Water Works for their engagement session. When I arrived, I realized that it was homecoming weekend for the Des Moines area and it was full of people and vendors. So I decided to give them a text to meet me at the Des […]

One of my former beautiful brides recommended me to Braelyn and I am so delighted that she did! Braelyn and Cody are just the sweetest couple and I am so excited to photograph their wedding. Braelyn is very familiar with Ledges State Park and knew that she wanted her engagement photos at this beautiful park. […]