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NWA Wedding Venues

Here are ten Northwest Arkansas wedding venues that I have shot at and four more that I'm dying to shoot at in no particular order! Whether you are looking for something modern, industrial, classic or romantic Northwest Arkansas offers ...

Two brides dancing together at their wedding at the Savoy Ballroom in Springfield, MO.

LGBTQ Wedding Photographer

Last year I had an inquiry for a wedding proposal. She had a specific location in mind and I was excited to work with her. As we were finishing the consultation call, she asked me if I understood she was asking her girlfriend to marry her and that ...

Bride in lace wedding dress and cathedral veil doing a first touch with her groom at Graystone Valley near Branson, MO.

Should you do a First Look on your wedding day? Pros and cons every couple should know

A lot of my couples are torn about whether or not they should do a first look If you’ve been scrolling through wedding blogs or Pinterest boards, you’ve probably seen those sweet, emotional photos of couples seeing each other for the ...

Vegas Style Elopement in Springfield MO

Springfield Missouri is sometimes called "SpringVegas" by some locals, and while Branson, Missouri is the Midwest Vegas, since Route 66 starts here in Springfield (and is known as the birthplace of Route 66) those both have some amazing retro ...

Best Springfield Missouri Proposal Locations

Are you thinking of popping the question and want it to be super special? Wondering if you should hire a photographer to capture that moment when they say yes?! There are so many beautiful places to propose, let’s take a look at some of the ...

Bachelorette Pool Party at Oasis Hotel Springfield Missouri

Bachelorette Pool Party at Oasis Hotel In Springfield, MO Are you in charge of planning a beach bachelorette party but don't have the budget to travel somewhere tropical? The Oasis Hotel in Springfield Missouri is a great option! ...

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Hazeltine Estate - Springfield, MO Wedding Venue

The Hazeltine Estate is the perfect wedding venue for couples who want to have their ceremony and reception in one location. It offers exquisite outdoor landscaping with many beautiful areas for photographers to utilize for portraits. There is an ...

Senior Sports Portraits - Are you an Athlete?

Sports Portraits for Seniors Many of my seniors are into sports of some kind or another. I definitely encourage you to let your photographer know if you want to include your favorite sports or activities into your senior portrait session. It ...

Springfield Senior Portraits - Evan

Springfield Senior Portraits Founders Park Do you want senior portraits that are different, and aren't like everyone else's? Location and clothing choices are an important part of making your session stand out. Choice of lighting and ...

5 Things to Wear for Senior Portraits at Table Rock Lake in Branson

Oftentimes my clients are overwhelmed with choosing outfits for senior portraits. That’s why I put together this list of 5 things to wear for your senior portrait session at Tablerock Lake so you don’t have to agonize over your ...

White wedding cake with purple sugar swirls, a tray of blackberry tarts and colorful pink and purple flowers on a table at a Springfield wedding.

Do you Need a Wedding Planner?

Congratulations! You've just gotten engaged! Your dreams are coming true and you're on cloud nine! Dreaming of your perfect day, your perfect dress and seeing your groom as you walk down the aisle. *Rewind* Unfortunately, weddings take a ...

Greenhouse Two Rivers Wedding Venue

Greenhouse Two Rivers Wedding Venue This wedding venue near Springfield, Missouri is one of my absolute favorite wedding venues of all time! It is truly a unique venue for your wedding and you won't find another like it anywhere in this region! ...

Branson MO Wedding Venue - Dooley's Chapel on the Lake

Branson Mo Wedding Venue - Dooley's Chapel on the Lake Dooley's Chapel on the Lake is the perfect venue for couples that want their ceremony and reception in the same location. Whether you are planning a rustic or a sophisticated ceremony ...

Tablerock Lake Senior Portraits near Branson

Downtown Springfield Senior Portraits Alexis is a Reeds Spring High School graduate who is attending Missouri State University in Springfield, Missouri. She wanted to start her session in Springfield so I did some scouting and loved Park ...

Modern classic bride in white strapless satin gown with her groom in all black in front of Thorncrown Chapel.

Unique Eureka Springs, AR Wedding Venue - Thorncrown Chapel

Thorncrown Chapel in Eureka Springs, AR offers a unique feel that will make your special day one to remember. This stunning chapel is perfect for couples who want their wedding to be timeless and elegant. Located in Northwest Arkansas, it is just ...

Wedding Traditions Explained

Wedding Traditions Explained You have so many options on how you want your wedding day to look and feel. Your wedding day is for you and your partner and should reflect your values and desires. You get to create the type of wedding experience ...

Bride in strapless satin wedding gown with her groom in a tan suit stands behind her in a wedding venue in Fayetteville, AR.

Wedding Day Timeline - How to plan your Wedding Day!

How do you even begin to start planning your most special day? There are so many moving parts, getting access to the wedding venue, all of your bridesmaids, the groom and his groomsmen, family members on both sides, photographer, videographer, ...

Tablerock Lake Senior Portraits with Lexi

Lexi is a 2021 senior from Galena. She plays volleyball (very well!) and enjoys hanging out with friends and spending time at the lake. She listens to pop, country and Christian music. Morgan Wallen, Kari Jobe and Queen are some of her favorites. A ...

Branson Senior Portrait Valentine's Shoot with Addison

Hi! My name is Sheila Smith and I am addicted to photography. Senior photography and wedding photography more specifically. I love cameras, and I love taking photos of people the most. I love it so much that in the winter time, I miss it even ...

Colby's Golf Senior Portraits at Indian Creek Golf Course

Colby is a 2021 Senior attending Galena High School and has chosen to attend the University of Missouri at Kansas City in the fall.Colby loves playing golf and wanted to go to his local golf course: Indian Tree at Crane, Missouri which turned out to ...

Branson Senior High Prom Session

Noah and Rebecca go to Branson High School and were finally able to go to their prom after a long delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They looked amazing and as things slowly move towards some sort of normalcy it was a welcome distraction from such ...

Branson Senior Portrait Session with Madison

Madison was looking for a senior portrait session that showed her personality and what she was interested in. We spoke a few times before the session and came up with a location in Branson that was more than just trees and grass for a ...

Highlandville, Missouri Wedding - Caleb + Cydnee

Caleb and Cydnee wanted a laid back relaxed wedding with no fuss and lots of fun. They thought about renting a wedding venue, but decided to have a backyard wedding at a Highlandville, Missouri home of a relative. They decided on a barbecue meal ...

St. Louis Wedding Hannah & Kurt

Hannah and Kurt had the cutest St. Louis wedding and I was honored to be their wedding photographer! Their venue was at the The St. Louis Wedding Chapel and they wanted a fun intimate reception at a local bar called Croc's Sports ...

Branson, MO Engagement Session with Ashlee and Gage

Ashlee and Gage became friends the summer after Ashlee graduated from High School. She says she talked to him about everything, and a few months after that Gage asked her out on their first date. Her favorite date night was going to Black Oak ...

Branson Wedding - Ashlie & Mitch

Mitch and Ashlie had the cutest outdoor wedding near Branson, Missouri at a friend's private home. It took place on a hilltop with scenic views in front of a quaint country barn that was painted right after 9/11. The front of the barn had a United ...

Springfield Senior Portraits - Zach

Meet Zach, a 2019 senior from Spokane High School. He listens to classic rock with a little bit of metal and soft rock thrown in to spice it up a little bit. Think Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, The Eagles and Fleetwood Mac, mingled with some ...

Blake's Senior Sports Portraits

Blake is a very outgoing, funny, and smart guy...into sports, motorcycles, and fishing! I had so many options with Blake and that made it so much fun for me! It didn't hurt that Blake is also very outgoing and not bashful at all.We did some ...

Sydney - Exeter Senior Portraits

Sydney - Exeter SeniorSydney was one of my model shoots from 2016. I had first met Sydney in Ozark, MO at a fashion show there and we spokethen about senior sessions in general. Fast forward to the next year when Sydney became a senior and I ...

Editorial Senior Guy Portrait Session in Monett, MO

Jimmy graduated from Monett High School and was one of my model sessions from a couple of years ago. He planned to major in fashion and wanted an editorial senior portrait session. He had some great wardrobe choices, and we shot in ...