We spent the evening exploring their favorite spots, capturing the essence of their relationship in the gorgeous fall atmosphere. The photoshoot was all about being natural and letting their day-to-day love story guide us. We started and ended at one of their favorite haunts, Lucas Confectionary (I can vouch for the service, the wine, and later, the delicious garlic knots). And then, we just wandered, a favorite verb of mine. From sipping green mead in a raved out alleyway to strolling through the historic streets, every moment was authentic and unscripted. I often describe my dream sessions with clients as just a really fun date that they happened to have photographed and truly, I think the photos we took speak to just that vibe.

Industrial, editorial and badass were the vibes for Maggie + Jason’s moody October wedding at Hotel Blackhawk in Davenport Iowa, Quad Cities.

The vibes were giving warm, relaxed bohemian dreams and I was living for it. Ski Tip Lodge is like a darling little hobbit hole tucked beside some hills and a gorgeous little lake—pond? Thing. The venue gives off maximum rustic, historic, cozy vibes that are perfect for a micro-wedding. Mal + Matt even trusted me to take them off site where I had just that morning, in desperation, found the last colorful aspens in the whole area for photos.