Midwest Wedding Photographer

Telling your story through documentary style photos in iowa, wisconsin, minnesota and beyond!

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ready for this to be you?

You’ll be able to:

be surrounded by a comfortable environment where you and your guests can be truly yourselves

go into your day knowing you’re surrounded by someone who has seen it all and came prepared for anything that comes your way

look back on your images for the rest of forever that tell the story of the whole day start to finish

be present and at ease in your day knowing all your moments are taken care of

Because you want photos that tell the whole story — the belly laughs, the tearful toasts, the ceremony (of course!), and all those candid moments of your friends and family living it up on the dance floor. 


You've chosen the perfect venue and now you need someone to document every meaningful moment you’ve been dreaming of — from the subtle glances to the bursts of joy that make your celebration your own. And that's exactly what we're going to do together.

Don’t worry, Your memories are in safe (camera filled) hands

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FILM PHOTOGRAPHER

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The Experience you’ve been dreaming of:
From the morning light streaming into your getting-ready suite to the last dance, let’s document it all.

FILM PHOTOS
OLD SCHOOL

FILM + DIGITAL

You want your wedding photos to be filled with real moments—the uncontrollable laughter, the happy tears, the stolen glances, and all those perfectly imperfect moments when everyone forgets there's even a camera around. That's exactly what we’re going to do together...



Chances are you've chosen a stunning midwest setting, whether it's a sun-dappled forest or a dreamy lakeside vista. Now you need someone who knows how to capture the magic without making it feel like a staged production. I'm all about keeping things relaxed and genuine, mixing casual conversation with just enough gentle direction to help everyone feel at ease. No stiff poses or awkward moments—just you and your loved ones being authentically yourselves while I document all the joy, emotion, and spontaneous moments that make your day yours.

Tired of seeing too posed or stuffy wedding photos.. then 👇

STORYTELLING APPROACH

CANDID WEDDING PHOTOS

timeline & family photo list planning

STORYTELLING APPROACH

WE'RE IN THIS TOGETHER

I'm team multiple check ins during your engagement period.
We're going to fill out your family photo list + VIP photo list together, do your timeline together, and then make sure it's all ready to go so everyone is on the same page and I know your VIPs names.

FROM PLANNING STAGES

- we make your timeline together
- we make your family shot list together

this way i know your vips and know why their your vips

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TO GALLERY DELIVERY

- full gallery in 8 weeks
- sneak peeks in 24 hours
- physical album design ready to head to print with full gallery

CLIENT RECEIPTS THAT YOU NEED TO CHECK

"JUST HIRE JAMIE ALREADY!"

10:00 am - Hair & Makeup
10:30 am - Details & Flatlay photos
11:30 am - Finishing Touches
12:00 pm - First Look with your partner
 Lunch Break
1:00 pm - Portraits with your VIPs
2:00 pm - Portraits with your families
3:00 pm - Hidden away, ceremony details
4:00 pm - Ceremony
4:30 pm - Cocktail Hour
5:30 pm - Announced into your Reception
6:30 pm - Toasts
6:45 pm - Sunset Portraits & Private vows
7:15 pm - First Dance as a couple
7:30 pm - Parent Dances
7:45 pm - Dance floor
8:00 pm - Coverage ends

But this is just one example -- we ARE going to customize your timeline to who you two are and what you want to do on your day.

10 hour
wedding timeline

- 700+ Digital Images
- Film Photography
- Planning Help 
- Check in calls to do family / VIP photo list
- Location Scouting
- Vendor Recs
- Consistent Communication
- 8 Week turn around of full gallery
- 24 Hour Sneak Peeks
- Online Gallery
- Custom Album Design

what is always included in my packages

FILM, DIGITAL, GUIDANCE

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INTIMATE MOMENTS

- Adventure session
- Content Creation
- Custom Albums
- Custom Prints
- Polaroids
- Upgraded 2 Week Turn around of full gallery
- Multi Day Photography Coverage
- Rehearsal Coverage
- Day before Session
- Day After Session

WHAT MY CLIENTS ALWAYS ADD INTO THEIR PACKAGE

CONTENT CREATION, ALBUMS, ADVENTURE SESSIONS

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DON'T PICK AND CHOOSE WEDDING MOMENTS

My passion is full day coverage for my clients, and 10 hours is just the beginning.
packages start at 5000

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KEEP READING FOR MULTI DAY & MORE 👇

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& more where that came from, such as: the ceremony, cock(mock)tail hour, sunset and beyond!

All your most important people close to you from family to friends, wedding party or not, we will make a VIP list together of the "must-have" grip-n-grin photos. Not too posey, but not forgotten either. 

PORTRAITS, FAMILY, WEDDING PARTY

The pre-wedding prep is top favorite things to capture. You'll be getting pampered (with your partner or apart with your friends) and I will capture your details, and mimosa giggles. This is when your emotions are pure adrenaline and it goes by so quick, so I'll capture it between film + digital formats.

MORNING PREP

What if I told you that your wedding day wasn't the only one worth remembering? What about the welcome dinner, the rehearsal coverage, and the in-between hangs that happen BEFORE your wedding day. Let's capture the whole story that weekend.

Welcome Dinner + REHEARSAL

YOUR PERSONALIZED WEDDING EXPERIENCE

+ making sure it goes smooth on wedding day so you aren't stressing

+ not too posey, but still everyone in it

+ we fill out a VIP PHOTOS list together

One thing people usually tell you is that the family photos section can be the hardest (and that's not totally wrong) but with my couples we do a full zoom call prep around 3 months before your wedding so I can start to learn your VIP's names and day of it will go smoothly, and yet not too posey either. Imagine your friends and family giggling with you because they're so happy for you and it shows in the photos.

FAMILY + FRIEND PHOTOS

fULL OF LIFE + EMOTION

+ FULLY PRESENT ON YOUR WEDDING DAY

+ capture more than the day, the whole story

+ WEAR YOUR ATTIRE MORE THAN ONCE

Your events and moments happen on more than just your wedding day. Let’s capture them all, so you can be fully present and tell even more of the story. You can add rehearsal coverage for your welcome dinner, a bridal session to get more couples & bridals photos on another day so you can spend more time with your guests on your wedding day (and an added bonus of golden hour portraits at epic locations).

REHEARSAL + BRIDAL Coverage

It’s more than just one day

full day

partial day

Multi Day

2+ days of coverage
Perfect for multiple locations, rehearsal, and bridal moments
Time for welcome dinners and farewell brunches
Ability to split ceremony and celebration
Multiple sunrise/sunset opportunities

Best for: Couples turning their wedding into a full adventure, with time to truly savor each moment.


pricing starts AT 5000
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Time to visit multiple locations
Space for both intimate moments and celebration
Freedom to incorporate multiple activities
Relaxed, unrushed timeline

Best for: Couples who want their full story told, from getting ready through sunset celebrations.

Ideal for couples who want a simple, intentional ceremony

Best for: Couples who want quality over quantity and prefer a concentrated celebration focusing on the key moments.

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most popular

MOST POPULAR

Chrissha + Duane

"From emails about how to style yourself to execute certain visions to the day of where she makes you feel so comfortable and more importantly she makes you feel like you. My fiancé was so impressed as well. As far as our pictures amazing would be an understatement."

She captured exactly how I wanted to look and feel at such a special time in our lives..

Alex + Jon

"Jamie is super fun to work with. She's really funny and just a total joy. As far as weddings go, Jamie will help you with bits of the timelines and planning, too, if you need it."

 It always felt like Jamie was more than a photographer to my husband and I; she felt like a friend.

Chrissha + Duane

"My fiancé and I had never taken any type of professional photos before so we were a little unsure of the "process" but trusted Jamie 100 percent. Not only does she communicate from the first second you reach out but she basically holds your hand through the entire process."

Seriously, just book Jamie already!

real
COUPLES

real
moments

Sneak peek Gallery within 48 hours
Full Gallery returned to you in 8 weeks
Album design ready for print with your gallery delivery

QUICK TURN AROUND TIME

A photographer who makes everyone feel safe and comfortable
Someone your friends immediately click with
A calm presence throughout the day
Space for authentic moments to unfold naturally

SOMEONE YOUR FRIENDS + FAMILY CAN COUNT ON

Packages that start at 10 hours of coverage to ensure all your moments are captured and delivered. Candid photos of your family, friends, and you two as a couple.

FULL WEDDING DAYS - WHERE YOU DON'T HAVE TO WORRY AT ALL

Packages that start at 6 hours of coverage for getting those portraits and ceremony covered.

MINI WEDDING DAYS

Wedding Photography customized to fit your boxes

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QUICK
FACTS

Hey hi hello - I'm Jamie!
My passion is weddings that are infused with couples who love nature, good food, and maybe a hint of nerdy board games.

THIS IS WHAT MY COUPLES LOVE 👇
No awkward poses. No rigid shot lists. Just authentic documentation of your wedding day as it naturally unfolds.

13+ YEARS AS A WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER AND STILL OBSESSED

SHORT, SARCASTIC,
SERIOUSLY UN-SERIOUS

Mama x2 Toddlers
LGBTQ+ AFFIRMING
Did a multi-day wedding

all 50 states traveled to

50

years of experience

13+

couples served

500+

Even after your wedding day I am thinking about you by providing a custom designed album we can print together, and planning out future family sessions for you and your partner! I want to keep in touch, it's the greatest honor as a photographer to be invited back into your life.

03. Albums and Aftercare

From planning you have told me what kind of style you need, whether you want more grip+grins or total hands of, and I will make sure to deliver. A lot of my couples lean towards a 60/40 balance of documentary to posed so they can still get those family photos with everyone smiling and looking but also a healthy mix of in the moment emotions throughout the day.

02. Documentary or Posed?

Chances are you are really excited to find your vendors and pin all your wedding ideas, but then you don't know how to do the in-between details. That's why you get to lean on me. I'm going to be there for every question and point you in all the directions from the moment you reach out to well after your wedding day. (We have family sessions to capture for years!!)

01. Not just a "here's a timeline" help

Your Experience is my top Priority

MIDWEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER WHOS FOCUS IS YOUR STORY

LET'S SECURE YOUR DATE

1. Hit the inquire button to take you to my contact form below!

2. We’ll schedule a consult on Zoom video to discuss details like timing, location, and your vision (This way I can tell you the exact coverage you'll need to make your dream a reality!)

3. After your consult is when you will sign your contract, pay your retainer to hold your date, and we get started planning.

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– chRISSHA

"I knew instantly when I had the opportunity to book her for my engagement session I had to jump on it!!!!!"

Iowa, Wisconsin, and Minnesota are all the states I grew up jumping around in, so where ever you call home I'll be there capturing your memories. Check out a few of my blogs to read more!

Get Married in the midwest, I'll document it!

You're planning a church ceremony and want a traditional wedding.

but I'm not for you if..

If you want fun, emotional, storytelling moments.

I'M THE PHOTOGRAPHER FOR YOU..

JEN C

" BUT, also -- she is fun to work with"

Bailey

"always make you feel comfortable"

kristi

"jAMIE allowS you to just be yourself"

this is my DREAM, too →

"If you're thinking of hiring Jamie, just do it! The way she instantly was ready to jump in every time we needed her made me feel so comfortable. 10000% worth every penny"

"(Jamie) Adds a touch of luxury that is more than just hiring a service provider"

While I was born and raised a midwest ope girlie, I am such a travel person. My passion is helping my couples where they are at and getting back to you asap because getting ghosted is the worst (trust me I got ghosted by two different videographers during my wedding). Where you want to get married, I'm ready to be there!

WISCONSIN, IOWA, MINNESOTA

MIDWEST DOCUMENTARY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER 

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Others have asked these six main questions:

frequently asked questions - get the deets now

My retainer to book and hold your date is $1500.
Packages range 5000 - 9000
Custom packages and payment plans are always available!

Film as in old school film prior to digital cameras! I deliver your film photos after developing and upload them to your online gallery with the rest of your digital images.

Yes, always one invoice, and travel is calculated and included.

For full days you will typically see 700+ photos in your online gallery, then I always send my clients an after wedding day care box that includes one USB (so you have a physical back up of your photos).

I want to make sure both you and your partner get equal photo attention so we will talk about your priorities during a few consult check ins, go over your timeline, and inspiration photos to make sure we're telling your story your way and not just a generic timeline. 

YES! Almost all of my couples choose to do an adventure session or day before session so we can do more locations and have an excuse to wear your attire more than once for amazing golden hour photos.

Ready to Document Your midwest wedding?

Let's talk about your vision for your wedding day. I'd love to hear how you're planning to break traditions, make new ones, and celebrate exactly the way you want.

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– jEN C

"..knowing she's going to nail it is really reassuring and gives us the confidence to invest"