Kathleen + Anthony :: Forever

This past Saturday saw Jodi and I heading back to Des Moines for another wedding, this time at Sacred Heart Parish in West Des Moines. This wedding was a little bit different for us, as usually, couples that we photograph opt to see each other before the wedding for pictures. This time, they chose to see each other for the first time as Kathleen walked down the aisle. It was fun to have things changed up a little bit, and they allowed a good amount of time for photos afterwards.

Kathleen + Anthony added a neat personal touch when Anthony and his groomsmen all changed into white Nike's after the ceremony, and boarded the party on wheels called the Top Hat Party Bus that escorted them between the ceremony and reception!

We headed into downtown Des Moines for some bridal party scenes after the wedding, and found a cool vacant lot....

Then it was off to Glen Oaks Country Club in West Des Moines for the reception, featuring an outdoor dance floor!






Congratulations, Kathleen + Anthony! We were so honored to be part of your wedding day, and wish you all God's best for you in your marriage!

Michelle + Sam :: Forever

A few days ago, we were blessed and honored to be part of Michelle + Sam's wedding in Des Moines, and it was fun to photograph in some all-new locations.

We loved the architecture and ambiance of the Basilica of St John, and from Michelle's veil, to kids waving streamers during the couple's exit, to the '69 Buick getaway car, to "The R Factor", the live band from Minnesota, that rocked the reception at Sticks... this wedding was stylin'!  

Michelle + Sam, you guys were awesome!  You were very detailed and prepared... but were relaxed and easy to work with.  We wish you all the best in your new lives, and hope that we get the pleasure of photographing you again someday! :)