ROOTED IN memory
& TOLD IN light

If the thought of your engagement session makes you even a little nervous — you’re completely normal. Most couples have never been professionally photographed together before, and showing up to a session feeling unsure of what to do, how to pose, or whether you’ll even like the photos is one of the most common things I hear.

Here’s what I want you to know before anything else: your engagement session is not a test. There’s no wrong way to do it. And by the end, most couples tell me it was way more fun than they expected.

As an engagement and wedding photographer based in Marshfield, MO, here’s exactly what you can expect from start to finish.

Choosing the right wedding venue is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make while planning your day — and fortunately, couples in and around Marshfield, Missouri don’t have to go far to find breathtaking options. From modern spaces to charming countryside settings, the Marshfield area is full of beautiful venues that bring wedding days to life. As a local wedding photographer, I’ve highlighted a few of my favorites that consistently offer incredible experiences and stunning backdrops for saying I do.

As a family photographer based in Marshfield, MO, I’ve shot across this region in every season. But fall? Fall is something else entirely. Here are a few of my favorite locations for fall family photos in and around Springfield — all chosen specifically for their incredible fall foliage and the kind of light that makes images feel warm, rich, and timeless.