A beautifully set outdoor dining table with a large floral centerpiece, pink tulips in glass vases, and elegant tableware with pink napkins and gold utensils, on a sunny day with a grassy background.
Simplified illustration of a flower with five rounded petals in a reddish-orange color.
A bride and groom are sharing a kiss at their outdoor wedding, with the bride holding a bouquet of pink, white, and blue flowers.
Typography with the phrase 'The Art of Capturing Heartloom Memories' in large green script, with 'Kyndal Elise Photography' in smaller green text underneath.
Two people lying on the ground in a grassy outdoor area, with their legs and arms partially visible.
A family of three children, an adult man, and a dog sitting on the floor in a cozy room with a large window letting in natural light. They appear to be reading or playing together with some toys and books scattered around.
Light blue silhouette of a flower with a cup-shaped blossom and two broad leaves.
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European Summer Inspired Wedding Day in the Heart of the Midwest

When you think of an Iowa wedding day, most people visualize corn, beer, party buses, mason jars, cowboy boots, hay bales… the list goes on. Little does the whole world know that Iowa actually has some gorgeous venues and spaces that can feel like a European summer in the heart of the Midwest. If you’re hoping your wedding day can feel more romantic, soft, upscale yet laid back, The Prelude venue in New Virginia, Iowa just outside of the Des Moines metro, is a gorgeous spot to keep in mind. Between the roses, the courtyard, the checkered floors, art work, statues, spiral staircases, and so on, you’ll feel like you’re starring in your own Jane Austen inspired moment.

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Minnesota Arboretum Intimate Wedding Day

If you’re looking for a smaller venue in the Midwest, I’d strongly encourage checking out the MN Landscape Arboretum! There were so many nooks on the grounds of the arboretum — it was photo heaven! One fun spot of note in the indoor greenhouse area. We took a few of their couples portraits in here and it was soooooo gorgeous and added some easy variety to their gallery.

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