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Elevating Lives in Des Moines: How Simply Golden Solutions Supports Aging Adults and Busy Families
In the Des Moines metro area, families and aging adults often find themselves overwhelmed by daily responsibilities. From managing appointments to keeping a tidy home, the demands can feel endless. That's where Simply Golden Solutions comes in. This personal concierge service, founded by Sherrie Nelson, is designed to meet the unique needs of these individuals. By focusing on essential services like technology education, transportation, light housekeeping, and meal planning,

Calli Tuggle
Oct 303 min read
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Local Business Spotlight - Craft Daze
Several months ago, I was invited to attend a Norwalk Area Women's Collective Coffee held by the Norwalk Chamber of Commerce . It's a fun...

Calli Tuggle
Oct 12 min read
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July Headshot Mini Sessions
In July I offered my first (of many!) Headshot Mini sessions. This was a fun and easy way for people to come in and update their...

Calli Tuggle
Aug 42 min read
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Sneak Peeks, Watermarks, and Filters
When I started out as a professional photographer, there was a lot of little things I had to decide for my business and my brand. Some of th

Calli Tuggle
Nov 22, 20242 min read
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How Branding Photos can Help Your Small Business
We live in a world with data at our fingertips. We can easily pull up the latest movie showings or the menu at our favorite restaurant.

Calli Tuggle
Sep 15, 20242 min read
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Des Moines Music Scene - Musician Spotlight - Ellis Belle
Mara talked to me about the music scene in the Des Moines metro and how she met the team that she would work with the produce her songs, as

Calli Tuggle
Sep 3, 20244 min read
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Camera Basics & Exposure Triangle
There's more to photography than simply clicking a button, but most people are unaware of the relationship between light

Calli Tuggle
Aug 22, 20243 min read
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So You Want to be a Photographer?
Are you interested in being a photographer? Either a professional or just a hobbyist taking photos of your dog? Perfect! I've found...

Calli Tuggle
May 26, 20232 min read
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Welcome New Baby
Right before the Christmas holiday, my second son and I visited our local camera store, Christian Photo. I was having issues with my...

Calli Tuggle
Dec 29, 20222 min read
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Wow-Your Camera Takes Really Good Pictures
"Wow, your camera takes really good pictures!" is a phrase that most photographers have heard before. And though my Sony A7iii is a great...

Calli Tuggle
Aug 11, 20223 min read
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Community Over Competition
"Community over competition" is a saying that I have heard a million times, but never really given much thought to in a professional...

Calli Tuggle
Jul 22, 20222 min read
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Family, senior, couples, and newborn photographer serving the Des Moines, Iowa area since 2021.
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