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Wedding Day Family Shot List Example
If the Idea of Family Photos On Your Wedding Day is Stressing You Out, You're in the Right Place! Family photos can be one of the most stressful parts of a wedding day—but they don’t have to be. I always say, a little bit of homework ahead of time will keep things going smoothly. Let's not forget, with a well-planned shot list, the likelihood that you'll have any regrets of missing out on a photo you would have loved to have goes down tremendously! The key to making them smoo
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Oct 31, 20253 min read


Lincoln Engagement Session at Kate Martin and Pioneers Park | Kacie & Josh
Bar Scene Engagement 🤝 Notebook Date Night There’s something so magical about engagement sessions that reflect a couple’s actual life—their favorite date spots, relaxed energy, and genuine laughs. Kacie and Josh brought all of that (and more!) to their Lincoln engagement session, and I’m still not over how dreamy it turned out. We started the evening at Kate Martin, a favorite bar of theirs nestled in the heart of Lincoln. It’s got this vibey, artsy atmosphere with darker to
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Oct 31, 20252 min read


Ellen + John’s Timeless Gretna Wedding at St. Patrick’s and A View on West Shores
Where Tradition Meets Timeless There’s something special about a wedding day that blends tradition with a timeless celebration. Ellen and John’s wedding in Gretna, Nebraska was the perfect example of just that. Their day began with a meaningful ceremony at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Gretna , a stunning new church that offered soaring ceilings, light-filled windows, and the kind of classic beauty that makes a wedding feel timeless. Following their vows, the celebration c
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Oct 31, 20254 min read


A Penguin Surprise: Kaitlin & Adam’s Unforgettable Omaha Wedding
Kaitlin & Adam’s Elegant Omaha Wedding at the Omaha Design Center Kaitlin and Adam’s wedding day was the perfect blend of modern elegance, personal touches, and pure joy. Hosted in the heart of downtown Omaha, their celebration flowed seamlessly between three stunning locations — getting ready at the Omaha Marriott , a quick stop for portraits at the architectural gem that is Central High School , and an unforgettable reception at the Omaha Design Center . From a heartfelt ce
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Oct 31, 20254 min read


ELEGANT GARDEN WEDDING INSPIRATION AT ZENIA IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
Pinch me! This all felt like a dream! Tucked beneath a stunning sailcloth tent, surrounded by soft light and fresh spring Nebraska air (YES, IT WAS WINDY!), this styled shoot at Zenia in Elkhorn, NE was the very definition of romantic elegance. With natural textures, fresh florals, and timeless design elements, this editorial was crafted to inspire the modern bride who craves both sophistication and organic beauty. I had the absolute joy of capturing this dreamy day on Monday
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Oct 31, 20253 min read


Jenna & Nathaniel’s Lincoln Wedding | St. John’s Catholic Church & Suite One Eleven
Jenna and Nathaniel share a magical first dance surrounded by the cloud and soft lights at Suite One 11 in Lincoln, NE. September Weddings In Nebraska = Pure Magic! There’s something magical about late September weddings in Nebraska—the warmth of the sun, the crispness of the air, and the way the light lingers just a little longer, giving everything that golden glow. Jenna and Nathaniel’s wedding on September 27th in Lincoln had all of that and more. Their day was full of int
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Oct 31, 20254 min read


Olivia & Mitchell Mann | A Sentimental Summer Wedding in Gretna, Nebraska
📍 St. Patrick’s Catholic Church & Mitchell’s Family Farm 📅 June 27, 2025 Weddings are always a celebration of love—but every once in a while, a day comes along that feels like a true legacy moment. That was Olivia and Mitchell’s wedding. They began their day at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Gretna, Nebraska, with a full Catholic Mass. It was a ceremony rooted in faith and filled with reverence, tradition, and so much love. As sunlight streamed through the stained glass a
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Oct 28, 20252 min read


Emily & Carlos | Intimate Wedding at Hotel Deco in Omaha, Nebraska
Introducing the Hernandez Some weddings are loud and full of movement — laughter echoing through a ballroom, packed dance floors, and grand entrances. But then there are weddings like Emily and Carlos’s, where every moment feels slow, intentional, and deeply personal. Their October 4th celebration at Hotel Deco in Omaha was a true reflection of their love story — simple, elegant, and perfectly intimate. Emily and Carlos chose to keep their guest list small. Not because of lim
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Oct 28, 20254 min read


Carissa & Quinten | A HometownWedding in Hartington, Nebraska
From the Heart Some love stories start in unexpected places, and some start right where your heart has always been — home. For Carissa and Quinten, their story began back in high school, in the very town where they’d one day say “I do.” After years of growing together, supporting one another, and building a life side by side, their wedding day in Hartington, Nebraska, felt like the perfect full-circle moment. They were surrounded by family, lifelong friends, and the same comm
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Oct 28, 20254 min read

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