Since 1955, DMOS Orthopaedic Center has been a staple in the Des Moines metro for providing musculoskeletal care t o patients, and on October 30th, the DMOS team held a groundbreaking ceremony for their new Norwalk location. The clinic will be providing acute and critical care to patients at their new location--which will be located conveniently on the corner of Highway 28 and Turnberry Drive, across from City State Bank. Last winter my middle school son broke his arm in PE

October 24th was a chilly day for Norwalk's annual race, adequately titled RUNorwalk. My heated vest and extra layers kept me warm though as I photographed the runners and documented the morning's fundraiser event. The race is held by the Norwalk Chamber of Commerce and this year, a portion of the money went towards the Norwalk Easter Public Library. Participants could choose to run either a 5k, 10k, or a one-mile fun run/walk. Afterwards, the kids even had a chance to race

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,

Way back in July, Cole reached out to me saying he wanted to propose to his girlfriend, Emily, and wanted the proposal to be...

School is back in session here in Iowa, the weather is cooling to a more manageable temperature, and fall is on everyone's mind. With...

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...

I typically start all my newborn sessions with baby on a white backdrop on the posing table. I do what is called 'Mugshots' and I capture different facial expressions along with macro shots and baby's tiny features.

In late May, I organized a 'Back to Basics' Mini session at my studio in Des Moines. I captured the images against a white seamless backdrop without any props—just the family. I must say, these are some of my favorite studio photographs! There is often a beauty in a simple setup that allows the subject to stand out.

Whenever I am asked what my favorite type of session to photograph is, without hesitation I say 'Maternity!' It also makes me feel a bit like a hypocrite though, because I only ever did maternity photos with babies 2 and 3. They are my favorite to photograph though. I have been loving having a larger studio space that allows for a variety of different sets. I do love outdoor sessions, but I am also very honest, that not every person is wanting to traverse through the wilderne

In winter of 2024, I offered my first 'Sweater Weather' mini sessions. It was so much fun documenting women and showcasing their strength an

What will the photography do to help soothe and comfort the baby during their newborn photos? Here's a list of ways I keep baby calm and con

Dominic is an athlete and wanted to incorporate his sports (football and wrestling) into his senior photos.

Each year I have been in business, I continue to learn more about photography as well as the business aspect of actually running a business.

In today’s image-centric society, captivating visuals play a crucial role in how we communicate and connect. Whether you want to preserve

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

Ankeny Centennial Senior photographed during two sessions for her senior photo session.

This was the year we decided to dress as our fav turtles and friends. Funnily enough, the turtles and our boys share similar personality

When we think of family photos, so many of us think of the stuffy posed photos from the 1990's. The unnatural poses and plastic smiles.

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.

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