Midwest + Destination Wedding Photographer
The Gerlemans received the wedding highlights film, and it was so fun reliving their amazing day! So many people put in so much work to make these two feel loved on their big day, and it shows. These two could not have a more solid foundation on which to build their new family, and it was such an honor to be a part of their day. Take a peek at their highlights film! My husband Chris, the WSW video editor,… Keep Reading
On Saturday, July 20th, 2019, Wild Soul Weddings owner La Rae celebrated the love and marriage of Josh and Cynthia Gorter! Their sweet, non-traditional daytime wedding was filled with some crazy weather, very personal touches, and the love of their closest friends and family. Much of Cynthia’s family and friends traveled from her home state of New York, and other parts of the country, and Josh’s brother Ted officiated the wedding ceremony, which started outside and had to quickly be… Keep Reading
On Saturday, July 6, 2019, Wild Soul Weddings owner La Rae and second shooter Leah celebrated Tyler and Michaela Hogan in Independence, Iowa! When Leah and I arrived at the Geerstma family home in Independence, we walked into a home very clearly filled with a lot of love. Michaela’s mom Leah welcomed us in, and we were met with our bride and her bridesmaids/family singing and jamming to summer time tunes. Michaela was absolutely beaming; she said she wasn’t nervous… Keep Reading
On Saturday, June 22, 2019, Wild Soul Weddings owner La Rae and second shooter Lexy celebrated Nathan and Violet Gilberts at the Arrowwood Resort in Okoboji, Iowa! The Gilberts’ wedding day was an absolute dream. They had the sweetest first look, were totally chill about every single thing, knowing that at the end of the day, no matter what happened, they would be husband and wife. Their day was filled with love. They wrote their own vows, and Violet’s vows… Keep Reading
Bubba and Stevi said yes to forever yesterday, June 1, 2019, and Wild Soul Weddings was honored to both photograph and film their big day! We knew this couple and their bridal parties were ready to have a fun day when the girls were already taking cherry bombs when we arrived, and the guys stayed out until early that morning. (YEP, they partied hard the night before!) But for real, Bubba and Stevi are the absolute sweetest together. I love… Keep Reading
Me and Mr. Wild Soul’s 6th wedding anniversary is tomorrow! WOW time has seriously flown by. We have been through so much together in those 6 years, it feels like a lifetime! You may know the story of my wedding: how my day wasn’t the fairy tale I’d always dreamed of. I felt like I was floundering around with no idea what I was doing during the wedding planning process, and how I needed therapy for a full year after…. Keep Reading
On Saturday, May 18, 2019, Wild Soul Weddings owner La Rae celebrated the love between Joshua and Megan Benzing! When I walked into The Chateau for Josh and Megan’s wedding, I walked into a sweet, tearful moment between Megan and her mama. As Annette placed Megan’s veil on her head, she started sobbing, causing Megan’s tears to unleash as well. Then when I walked down to find Josh, I could tell he was a little tense. I asked him what… Keep Reading
On Saturday, May 11, Wild Soul Weddings Associate Brittany and second shooter Leah celebrated Derrick and Anna Arnold!! Despite being a rainy day, the WSW team and the bridal party had a blast! There was a first look prank, as you will see in their photos, Anna’s garter had a Harry Potter theme, they did a peanut butter and jelly sandwich Unity ceremony (the first time we’ve ever seen this!!) and the Mr. and Mrs. enjoyed a signature shot from… Keep Reading
In October, Trey and Marissa hung out with Wild Soul Weddings owner La Rae for their engagement photos in Cedar Falls, Iowa! We have a guide that we give to couples for how to prepare for their engagement session, as well as outfit ideas. Marissa told me that she rarely wears dresses, but so happy she got out of her comfort zone for their engagement session. Doesn’t she look gorgeous?! They started on Main Street, then went to the University… Keep Reading
This fall, I had the honor of photographing Justin and Tia’s engagement photos! These two are eloping in 2019, but wanted to do their photos here in Iowa! The day of their session was cold and rainy, but the fall foliage at Hartman Reserve was on point! Check out their engagement session, by La Rae! Congrats to these two! We hope you enjoy your elopement! xoxo, Wild Soul Weddings Iowa engagement photographer
