One of the most frequent questions that I get asked is “How many hours of wedding photography coverage do I need?” When you’re just starting to plan your wedding, it can seem overwhelming! If you’re looking to get a rough estimate of how many hours of photography coverage you need on your wedding day, I’ve put together this guide.

Before the wedding day, a lot of work has to be done to make sure that the big day runs as smoothly as possible. Here’s a look at how I prepare for every wedding that I shoot.

The amount of people involved in a wedding day can be overwhelming! Here are some of my favorite wedding professionals in Iowa and Illinois.

This post is for all the newly engaged future brides. Here are 5 considerations to help you decide if you should or shouldn’t hire a wedding planner.

The reception is often the most memorable and best part of any wedding day. The portraits are taken, the ceremony is over, and all that’s left to do is have fun with your closest friends. Here are 5 tips for brides to make the most of your wedding reception. 

There are pros and cons to having a receiving line after your wedding ceremony. As a photographer, I definitely have an opinion on receiving lines. Here’s my take on whether or not you should have one.

Here are a couple things to remember if the forecast is calling for rain on your wedding day!

Here are 5 tips to consider when including your pets in your photos.

The send off pictures are always some of my favorites from the day. No matter what type of exit you’re planning on, here are 3 tips for the perfect send off.

It’s always a little intimidating to have your pictures taken… If you’re nervous, I totally understand! Here are 5 tips for your engagement session that will make your session prep a little easier and less stressful!