From a white tent reception at an alpaca farm to a backyard COVID wedding to barns and ballrooms! The RC Weddings this year were all across the style spectrum and I loved every part of it! The reception is always when the fun really begins! By this time of the day, my schedule becomes less […]

Oh my goodness, the wedding party — PREPARE FOR ALL THE LAUGHS because these are always some of my favorite photos! A bride and groom hanging out with all the people who bring them joy on their most joyous day… it’s actually quite hard for me to get the “model face” shot! There is not […]

This is it! The reason for this WHOLE DAY! The music is playing and the guests have been seated. The butterflies start to flutter as you’re about to walk down the aisle to the love of your life and if you’re like most brides, you’ve dreamed of this moment for a long time! The 2020 […]

I am always so honored to be part of my couples’ big day. I don’t just come and take pictures on your wedding day, but I thoroughly enjoy celebrating alongside you as I capture every moment the day brings! Leading up to her wedding day, I’m usually in touch with my bride and once all […]

Rings, Shoes, Jewels… a girl’s best friend! This category is packed full of my favorite bridal details and groom details! As a bride, you may not think these photos will matter. But trust me, in 20 years, when you look back at your album or show it to your kids, they’ll want to see EVERY. […]

WHAT. A. YEAR. To start my “Best Of” blog posts, we’ll start with the beginning of the Rose Courts Experience — The Engagement Session! We started all the way in April and ended these sessions on Halloween! We have Spring vibes with flowy floral dresses and Fall vibes with colorful leaves and cozy sweaters!

Today I’m talking Invitation Suite! As a wedding photographer AND a bride-to-be, I love the little details, they really help tell the story of the wedding day! And I love when my brides love the pretty little details, too! I’ve got a few tips to add some extra style to your wedding invitation suite!

This summer sunset engagement session takes place in the charming streets of downtown Roanoke and features a gorgeous, floral off-the-shoulder maxi dress, a solitaire diamond engagement ring and all kinds of glowy sunset light!

Creating the wedding day timeline is normally the hardest things for my brides to do on their own. If you’re not hiring a planner (which I hiiiiiiighly recommend) then you’ll be making this timeline yourself. No worries! I’ve got you on this one if you’re going to DIY it! First off, let me just share […]

I have found so many more stunning venues in the Midwest since I’ve become a wedding photographer! Because Google is CRAP for finding wedding venues. So here are ten venues you MUST visit!

Welcome to the RCP Vendor Spotlight Series! I am so excited to connect with local vendors to not only grow my network of friends in the industry but, more importantly, to provide my current and potential brides with the inside scoop! I truly believe in being a means for education when it comes to planning their day because it truly takes a village to put this thing together. And having Bailey and I are on your side, you’re pretty much SET!

This elegant and classic downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana wedding features emerald green bridesmaids dresses, navy blue suits with emerald green ties, gold metal accents and tons of neutral florals! The bride wore a simple and timelessly chic spaghetti strap gown with a sweetheart neckline and a cathedral length veil trimmed with lace!