Vendors Venue: The Emerald Pines Barn | Photographer: RCC Photography | DJ: Energy Event Group | Caterer: Tony’s Catering Love Story Our grandparents were really good friends meaning Thomas and I grew up together. We didn’t really start to get feelings for each other until Thomas was a senior and I was a sophomore in […]

Vendors Venue: The Ivy House | Photographer: RCC Photography | Dessert: The Whisk Chick | Caterer: Smoke Shack | DJ: Milwaukee Airwaves Love Story Where do I begin with these two. Their love story really does feel like reading a romance novel or sweet love notes. Kathleen and Zach grew up 7 houses down from […]

01. Location I’m sure by now if you know one thing about me, you know that nature is my jam. I love beautiful scenery – mountains, oceans, trees — it’s all photogenic and stunning. So of course, my recommendation is always to choose a beautiful outdoor location. BUT I don’t want you to think you […]

There are so many amazing photo options in Sioux Falls, SD! Whether you’re looking for a more industrial city vibe or beautiful rock formations and fields, there are so many great and diverse options in the Sioux Falls, South Dakota area that make for the perfect location to document your love story! I find myself […]

Do I need a timeline? Short answer, yes! While I am a big fan of documenting the day as it is, to do that having the extra time to create candid and real moments is necessary to have time scheduled in for breaks, visiting with your guests, and anything else rather than not having enough […]

Detail shots. The first thing I’ll do typically do when I arrive to where you are getting ready (after saying hello and gushing about how excited I am for you) is take some detail shots. It’s helpful if you gather everything so that it’s all together when I arrive. I suggest having it all in […]

I’m right there with you! I definitely have my hand up when it comes to not knowing what to wear! For any photoshoots of myself, I put a lot of thought into this decision, and it can be stressful! Here are a few tips that will hopefully help you when picking your photoshoot outfit! No. […]

I’ve been friends with Samy for almost five years now and I’m so happy to have been there during the beginning of hers and Jon’s relationship and see them both get close and now plan their future together. Samy is from Ecuador and Jon grew up in Brandon, SD. They met through working at the […]

Vendors Venue: El Jefe Hall of Kings | Photographer: RCC Photography | Dessert: Thirsty Whale | Hair & Makeup: Laura B Beauty The Couple All the vintage, moody, and medieval vibes were present at this wedding. Laura and Josh were such a fun couple to work with and are just a couple of those really […]

No 1. Getting ready. These photos often end up being some of my favorites. There’s just something about the pre-wedding jitters, the little moments of “this is it,” and the (sometimes alcohol-induced) laughs with your best friends. This part is mostly candids – but I usually try to make sure everyone is mostly ready before […]