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Darcy & Jordan have been in several wedding parties I’ve photographed over the last few years, so getting to finally have them in front of my camera for their own wedding day was extra special. They said “I do” surrounded by their closest family and friends during a beautiful outdoor ceremony at Weller Farms in Northwest Ohio. And while the sound of thunder and the threat of rain hung around in the background, it didn’t stop these two from walking down the aisle with huge sm

Some wedding days simply remind you what love is all about, and Blake and Melanie's was one of those days. The day began at the beautiful Crystal Fountain Park, where both Blake and Melanie got ready surrounded by the people who mean the most to them. The bridal suite was filled with excitement, laughter, happy tears, and those quiet moments that make a wedding morning so special. It was the perfect place to slow down, soak it all in, and prepare for the day they had been

There are some wedding days that simply feel peaceful from the very beginning, and Michael and Mallory's celebration at Potawatomi Inn in Pokagon State Park was exactly that. Surrounded by the natural beauty of one of Indiana's most stunning state parks, they exchanged vows overlooking the lake with the people who mean the most to them. It was intimate, heartfelt, and filled with so much genuine joy.

Some engagement sessions just have a little extra magic, and Ian and Kylee's was exactly that. On one of those warm Ohio summer evenings where the golden light seems to last forever, I met these two at Ian's family home and property for the first part of their engagement session. There is something incredibly special about taking photos in a place that already holds so many memories. From quiet country paths to the beautiful scenery surrounding the property, every location f

Some love stories don't follow the traditional timeline, and that's exactly what made Levi and Zoe's celebration so incredibly special. After choosing to elope during an intimate ceremony in 2024, they finally gathered with their closest family and friends last weekend to celebrate their marriage at a beautiful backyard wedding reception in Grover Hill, Ohio. It wasn't about rushing through traditions or checking boxes. It was about celebrating the commitment they had already

From the moment I met them, I absolutely adored them. Their soft personalities, kind hearts, and genuine smiles have a way of lighting up every room they walk into. I had actually heard about Kyler for years while working as a therapist alongside his mom many years ago. Fast forward to today, and seeing the incredible young man he has become was such a full circle moment. To say I was honored to capture his wedding day would be an understatement.

Your wedding day should feel joyful, relaxed, and full of unforgettable moments. After photographing weddings for over 15 years, I've seen firsthand what helps a wedding day flow smoothly and what can create unnecessary stress. If you're currently planning your wedding, here are seven common wedding day mistakes couples make and simple ways to avoid them.

Fun fact about me… in another lifetime I was a PTA and actually worked with Shelby at Hicksville Hospital! So when I saw she had found Tyler and was so genuinely happy, I was beyond excited for her. Then when she asked me to photograph their wedding day, I was truly honored.

Woodring Wedding Ryan & Alizae’s wedding day was one of those days that reminds me why I love what I do so much. From the very first time I met them, I instantly enjoyed being around them. I actually first met Ryan and Alizae when they were part of another wedding’s bridal party last spring, and ever since then, I’ve been blown away by this incredible group of friends.

Some couples just have that kind of magic. The kind where you don’t have to look hard to see it. It’s simply there in every glance, every smile, every quiet in between moment. You can see how deeply they love each other, but also how much they genuinely like each other. Their friendship, their compassion, their steady, unwavering care, it’s not something that comes and goes. With Evan and Kinsey, it’s constant. It’s who they are together.

From the moment I met Nick and Abbie, I knew they were going to be so much fun to work with. They’re the kind of couple that is completely laid back and just goes with the flow. Their engagement session was full of laughter, easy moments, and the kind of energy that makes my job feel effortless.

Almost 365 days later. From their engagement session to their wedding day. Both in January, both wrapped in the most perfect blanket of snow, and yes… both very cold 😉 There’s something incredibly special about photographing a couple across seasons of their story. One year apart, same month, same winter magic… but a whole lot more love to celebrate. A part from photographing their engagement session, a handful of phone calls and their wedding day, I don't know Luke and Emi

The Crosby’s were my winter wedding 3 of 6, and man, were they fun. From the very start of the day, it was clear that Ethan and Alli’s wedding was going to be full of joy, connection, and unforgettable moments. We began the day in downtown Van Wert, Ohio, at the beautiful First Presbyterian Church. The soft winter light created a moody, romantic atmosphere that set the tone perfectly for their ceremony. Winter weddings have a way of feeling especially intimate, and this one w

I had the chance to spend time with Ethan and Madison back in the spring during their engagement session. While I’ve known Madison and her family for years, that session was my first time meeting Ethan. From the very beginning, it was clear that both individually and even more so together, they are two of the kindest, sweetest people you could ever meet. Working with them throughout this season has been such a joy, and their wedding day was no exception.

After they got engaged and were chatting wedding plans, I was so pumped when they asked if we’d be willing to travel to Destin, FL for their wedding. I’ve been hinting (okay… begging) for someone to take me along for a beach wedding forever, and my wish was finally granted! And let me tell you, it truly was the most perfect beach wedding.

Some wedding days simply feel like magic from the moment you step onto the property, and this one was no exception. The Lodge at Camp Red Cedar continues to be one of my favorite venues for so many reasons.

This fall has been an especially warm one, and since I’m always cold, I have absolutely no complaints. Nick and Maddy’s wedding day was one of the warmest yet, and it couldn’t have been more beautiful. The day was filled with crisp blue skies, big fluffy clouds, and the prettiest golden light that made everything around them glow.