Winter Weddings

We are no strangers to shooting a wedding on New Year’s Eve!  In fact, these weddings are so much fun to photograph, that the day is full of love, fun, and celebration.  If you’ve never been to a NYE Wedding, put it on your bucket list, even if you have to show up at one, uninvited!  Kidding!

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Wedding Planning

Saturday’s engagement session completely blew me away for so many reasons.  The weather was way warmer than I could have imagined for a January session, considering we had ice one week prior!  Capturing these two was simple.  I barely had to tell them what to do because their embrace was picture-perfect!  I cannot wait until their winter wedding this year, because they are truly “naturals” in front of the camera!  Thank you, Chloe and Tim, for such a great session!

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Photo Tips

Taking outdoor photos during the last few months of the year can provide some magical results!  Cooler weather means bundling up in flannels with cozy sweaters, or wearing the cutest hats and scarves.  Just thinking about the vibrant, colorful leaves of fall and stark white snow of winter makes everyone smile.  Before you get your […]

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I'm dana

midwest newborn, cake smash + family photographer

I have always had a love for art and storytelling. Photography allows me to combine my journalism background and my artistic point-of-view, which has become my dream career!

I am a wife, mom, and small business owner. On the days when I'm not at the studio, you can find me at home, editing, busy with my boys, or maybe redecorating my house, because the artsy-side of my mind just doesn't stop!

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