Tropical Farmhouse — A Styled Shoot

Tropical Farmhouse — A Styled Shoot

You don't typically see palm fronds in Iowa's countryside, but we're awestruck over this playful one-of-a-kind styled shoot! Inspired by the colors of summertime, Jillian Stallman, who owns A Memorable Event of Iowa, turned up the tropical vibes with vibrant hues and leafy-green florals and Carper Vineyard and Winery set a perfectly rustic stage. The unexpected combination …

Timeless Vows – Melissa + Michael

Timeless Vows – Melissa + Michael

It’s the little things and moments that make a wedding special. For Melissa and Michael, their wedding had the perfect details uniquely fitting for them. Originally from Arizona with an education in California, Melissa moved to Iowa after graduation, while Michael was born and raised in Iowa. The two met at …

Boho Festival Wedding – Kyndal + Matthew

Boho Festival Wedding – Kyndal + Matthew

A 70s festival perfect for a wedding photographer’s dream wedding. Born and raised in Iowa, Kyndal and Matthew met through mutual friends at a college party and later had their first date at Cafe Beaudelaire in Ames. Little did they know, Matthew would propose to Kyndal at the same table they …

Color and Culture in Every Detail – Czech Wedding Styled Shoot

Color and Culture in Every Detail – Czech Wedding Styled Shoot

Gems & Joy were inspired by the heart of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the Czech Village, and NewBo area for this one-of-a-kind styled shoot. This area is full of rich heritage and the team wanted to create something to reflect the beauty of its history. Czech weddings are often very bright and …

Not So Secretly Obsessed — Capturing Your Authentic Wedding Day, Featuring Kara Vorwald Photography

Not So Secretly Obsessed — Capturing Your Authentic Wedding Day, Featuring Kara Vorwald Photography

A great photographer captures your true authentic selves — how you make each other laugh, the private moments when you thought no one was looking, or the joy in your eyes — you'll cherish …

2021 Des Moines Wedding Show — 10 Things to Know Before You Go!

2021 Des Moines Wedding Show — 10 Things to Know Before You Go!

Check out our fantastic insider tips on how to get the most out of attending the Des Moines Wedding Show. Don’t have tickets?! Be sure to reserve yours on their website DesMoinesWeddingShow.com before they’re GONE!