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Grab a cup of coffee (or a scoop of ice cream 🍦) and stay awhile! This is where I share the heart behind Honey Lens Photography—the love stories I’ve been honored to capture, tips for planning your dream wedding, styling advice to elevate your session, and a peek into my life as a wife, mom, and photographer.

From showcasing authentic, joy-filled moments to offering inspiration for your next photoshoot, my blog is here to connect with the dreamers, lovers, and memory-makers who value the little things in life.

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Engagements

If you’re looking for a Des Moines engagement session that feels both elevated and completely you, this one is the perfect mix of timeless romance and playful, personality-filled moments.

We spent the evening between the iconic interior of the Iowa State Capitol and the retro, cozy vibes of Highland Underground—and the contrast could not have told their story better.

Des Moines Engagement Session at the State Capitol Building

Wedding Plannning, Weddings

When couples start looking at wedding photography options, one question I sometimes hear is: “What does it mean when a wedding is photographed by an associate?” At Honey Lens Photography, we offer both weddings that I personally photograph and weddings photographed by my amazing associate photographer, Taylor. So let’s break down what an HLP Associate […]

What is a Honey Lens Photography Associate Shot Wedding?

Wedding Plannning, Weddings

Toni and Wes’s wedding day at Koru Berry Farms in Homestead, IA was absolutely beautiful from start to finish. Koru Berry Farms is such a gem of a venue. The rolling hills, the endless berry vines, and the tucked-away ceremony space make it feel like you are in your own little world. For their ceremony, […]

Toni & Wes: A Dreamy wedding at Koru Berry Farms

Bride and Groom holding hands

Weddings

March 14th was a day full of love and joy as Lydia and Ethan tied the knot at the beautiful Ahavah Venue in Waterloo. From start to finish, the entire day radiated happiness and warmth, making it a day everyone will remember.

Lydia & Ethan | A Love-Filled Celebration at Ahavah Venue