Venue:  The Acreage – Palmyra, Nebraska

Planning:  Saidee with Poppy Wedding Events

Floral: Ethereal

DJ:  DJ Adam A

Travelled to Nebraska on Saturday to photograph Kate & EJ’s gorg day!  It was just stunning!   Scroll to see their perfect day recap!

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Venue: La Mariposa – Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Costa Rica

Last week I had the incredible opportunity to photograph Kirsten and Brandon in the most beautiful place, Costa Rica.  They started off the trip with a beach session and boat ride (click HERE to see).  The next day was the big day.  Boy, was it stunning.  They were even blessed by lucking out that the two mated Macaw’s that live in the surrounding jungle fly by during their ceremony.  If you didn’t know, macaws mate for life.   It was amazing!  Then they ended the night early by jumping into the pool!  Because,  if you didn’t guess, it’s as hot and humid as you’d think a rainforest would be – but oh so worth it! Check out the recap of their day!

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Venue: Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Costa Rica

Last week I had the incredible opportunity to travel to yet  ANOTHER  epic destination for a beautiful wedding.  Wow,  if you ever get the chance to go to Costa Rica, definitely do it.  Think Jurassic park (it was filmed there) but amazing culture, wildlife and a true Pura Vida vibe.

Yes, I know I was just also in Cabo 2 weeks ago.  I’m so blessed to have this opportunity to see the world while making magic with people.  So, we started day 1 with a quick morning beach session and then did a few photos on their party boat later in the day!   Here are some favs from day 1!  Stay tuned for their epic wedding!

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Stay tuned as next week I’ll be flying out to Costa Rica for another epic destination wedding!

Date: February 14, 2026

Venue: Secrets Cabo, Mexico

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Venue: El Arco, Cabo San Lucas – Mexico & Secrets Cabo Resort

A few days ago I had the honor to be flown into Cabo to shoot Erin & Blake’s beautiful Cabo destination wedding.  The festivities kicked off on day 1 with a party boat ride out to El Arco.  We mainly did candid and party photos, but was able to snag a few other fun photos!  What a beautiful place.  I love it each time I get to go there!! Then that evening we did a quick beach shoot before they headed off to their rehearsal.  These are some favs from that day!  Next up, their wedding day!

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