From “Just a Couples Session” to “Will You Marry Me?” | A Surprise Proposal Story

Some photo sessions are beautiful because of the light. Some because of the location. And then there are sessions like this one—the kind that turns into one of the biggest moments of someone’s life. The Secret Plan A few weeks before the session, I received a message from him. He told me he wanted to […]

July 14, 2026

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Alyssa & Kaleb’s Spring Wedding at Gate City Events | Canton, South Dakota

There’s something so special about a wedding day that feels effortless from beginning to end, and Alyssa and Kaleb’s wedding on May 16th at Gate City Events in Canton, South Dakota was exactly that. Surrounded by their closest family and friends, these two celebrated the start of their marriage on a beautiful spring day filled […]

June 1, 2026

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Grace + Blaine | Palisades State Park Engagement Photos in South Dakota

If you’re searching for Palisades State Park engagement photos in South Dakota, Grace and Blaine’s session is the perfect inspiration. Their evening session was the kind that felt completely natural—laid back, full of movement, and centered around simply being together. With the dramatic cliffs and soft golden light, Palisades State Park created the most beautiful […]

April 1, 2026

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Jacob & Aidynn’s Playful Engagement Photoshoot at Stable Waters

As a wedding photographer, my favorite sessions are the ones where time flies by—and that’s exactly what happened with Jacob and Aidynn during their engagement session at Stable Waters in Watertown, their beautiful 2026 wedding venue. When I first spoke with Aidynn, she was open about a common concern that they weren’t comfortable in front […]

October 17, 2025

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