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bride standing in the District Venue Ankeny in her wedding dress holding her wedding flowers smiling softly at the camera

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You’re engaged, and you know that Des Moines is the place for you to wed, but not quite sure how to go about the rest of how to get married there. That’s where I step in! This is the complete guide to getting married in Des Moines!! Pick your Wedding Date, Partner. That’s the first […]

Alaska Elopement in the mountains

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You know you want to elope, but what are the best mountains to elope in? That is where I can help you! My name is Jamie and my favorite thing is helping my clients elope in the mountains. From the tropical settings of Hawaii to the snowy caps of Colorado, or even somewhere in between […]

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While it’s true, I didn’t get the VBAC (vaginal birth after c section) that I originally hoped for.. Jetson’s birth was a complete redemption to how beautiful labor + birth can be after a traumatic experience. Traumatic first time experience I have two beautiful babies, and my first one came into this world in a […]

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Get ready for a heartwarming story ’cause Katie + Jeff’s backyard farm wedding in Waverly, Iowa is the epitome of love, family, and let’s not forget – some serious Taylor Swift vibes! Everything about this wedding was up my alley… meaning if you resonate with any of it, you’re my kinda couple!!  Katie and Jeff’s […]

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Listen up, my dudes! Who says you can’t have a lush, over-the-top celebration with a guest list that only includes your nearest and dearest? My recent styled shoot, aptly titled the “Bright Retro Elopement,” is a bold, colorful foray into the world of micro weddings that goes against every misconception you’ve ever had about downsizing […]

Couple elope in Hawaii

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Thinking about hosting a destination microwedding or elopement in Hawaii? You’re in the right place! We’re about to dive deep into the nitty-gritty of planning your dream Hawaii elopement! We’ll cover everything from choosing the right island to deciding on the most idyllic ceremony spot. After reading this guide, you’ll be ITCHING to plan the […]

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we're jamie and mark!

We help quirky and untraditional couples find joy and adventure on their special days by providing passionate and wild photography that captures the big moments of love… and all the little candid ones in between.

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Second shooter, tech support,
 & Jamie’s personal chef.

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Hopeless romantic, 
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