My name is Amanda and I am a professional wedding and portrait photographer based in Des Moines, Iowa. I travel the world photographing weddings and elopements! I have been shooting weddings 15 years now and I never tire of it. Each day is unique and beautiful in it's own way.
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I absolutely LOVE being a wedding photographer. The fantastic moments you never expect, the tiniest details and all the love and craziness that goes on at the same time. It's all amazing and I feel like I have the best career in the world, getting to capture and help you remember all of it. Days flit by in an instant and it's my job to make sure you don't a single moment, or those feelings you felt.
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In my free time I love spending time with my 2 beautiful kiddos and husband. I love to be outdoors camping, hiking or fishing, just being in nature. I'm obsessed with plants and gardening. I love finding the beauty in the outdoors and things around me. It's part of why I love photography so much, I get to find the beauty in others. Traveling and dragging my family along with me for photos is my absolute favorite! I also am pretty much a giant Harry Potter nerd. I'm obsessed with all things turquoise. I'd eat sushi every day if I could. I drink coffee ALL day EVERY day (ok and some wine) and fashion is a passion! I am a creative at heart so music and all types of art keep me entertained. I also make it a priority to be near the ocean at least once a year (if not more) and love to feel the sun on my skin whenever possible!
Love your work Amanda!
This post just reminds me of why I’m such a fan of your work. It’s classic, beautiful and full of light and love.
I hope your 2012 is just as magical. xo
Simply Stunning. Gorgeous but natural. Great idea to do a best of 2011. Guess what I’m doing tomorrow?
That handstand shot!! She crazy?
Love all of these!!
Oh Amanda, these are lovely! Your bridals are top notch.
Amanda, these are all just stunning. As I went through I kept thinking, “Oh, I have to mention that I loved this one!” But then the list got so long. Really fantastic year for you.
great post Amanda! Love how light these are, you have a beautiful style. It’s hard to pick a fave, but I’m partial to the images in the snow, they are so gorgeous. And you have been SO blessed with beautiful brides in 2011!
Amanda, this is so full of great work. I love that hand stand shot, great job!
All of these are so gorgeous. Love the bride who wore the headband – she looks so unique!
Oh Amanda, I can see why these are some of you absolute favourites. You’ve had an incredible year!
Beautiful work! I love that you have such a defined style/look to your images.
Wow so many incredible images. You should be so proud 🙂
Just lovely Amanda. So many beautiful portraits. All the best for 2012!
An awesome year, Amanda! Gorgeous couples, fantastic locations, amazing weddings! All the best for 2012!
whaaaaat?! bride handstand!
Amanda your work is STUNNING! If only you had been doing this when we got married! 😉