Last May when my sister Lindsey told me she was expecting her first baby, I was shocked but overjoyed! It has been so fun documenting Lindsey and Tim’s journey to becoming first time parents. In January, we did her maternity photos, really just in time, because baby Mayzie arrived literally the day after I delivered these maternity photos on my 30th birthday! Take a peek at my little sister’s maternity photos! Some of my favorite photos I’ve ever taken. xoxo,… Keep Reading
Blaine and Sarah Brankis| Des Moines Botanical Center | Des Moines, Iowa Wedding Photographer and Videographer
On Friday, September 7, 2018, Wild Soul Weddings owner La Rae and second shooter Lexy celebrated Blaine and Sarah! These two make our hearts sing! They are truly a beautiful couple, made up of two unique and beautiful souls. We loved that these two had a very unique vision for their wedding! Blaine and Sarah enjoyed seeing each other throughout the day, until Sarah put her dress on. They had an evening ceremony at the Botanical Gardens, and their guests… Keep Reading
Baby Johansen | Cedar Falls, Iowa Maternity Photographer
This fall, one of my 2015 couples, Luke and Lexie Johansen, allowed me the honor to capture their excitement and joy of their baby boy! I often say that Lexie catapulted my photography careers: she referred SIX other brides to me! I absolutely loved capturing this special time for them, and hope to have baby Carter in front of my camera sometime soon! Luke and Lexie received their maternity session at half price, which is a benefit of being a… Keep Reading
Chris and Nicole Alber | Heartland Acres Agribition Center | Independence, Iowa Wedding Photographer + Videographer
On Saturday, September 1, 2018, Wild Soul Weddings celebrated the love of Chris and Nicole Alber at Heartland Acres Agribition Center in Independence, Iowa! The night before, it rained soooo much, and everyone was worried that it would rain on their day, but alas, the rain held off and gave us a BEAUTIFUL day! One of my favorite parts of the Albers’ day was that they had McElroy’s Catering out of Winthrop, Iowa, one of my favorite caterers!! They also… Keep Reading
Our Home, A Love Story | Marriage | Wild Soul Weddings | Iowa Wedding Photographer
Hey there friend! La Rae here! Owner, photographer, and videographer here at Wild Soul Weddings! So excited you’re here today because I am sharing a more personal post today….our main living space renovation! I truly believe that your environment makes a huge impact on your life, and I have never believed that more now that this huge renovation is nearing completion. Of course, just as humans are ever evolving, I do believe our spaces continue to evolve as well, but… Keep Reading
Bernard John and Ryley | Dike, Iowa | Dike, Iowa Wedding Photographer
Ryley and BJ were referred to us by a mutual friend, and we couldn’t have been more thrilled to be a part of their wedding day! Wild Soul Weddings associate Brittany and second shooter Lexy shot the Reents’ wedding and they had a total blast! The way BJ looks at Ryley makes us all swoon! A man in love is such a sweet sight. These two were married in Wellsburg and enjoyed their reception at Fox Ridge Golf Course in… Keep Reading
Steve and Shannon | Reinbeck, Iowa | Grundy Center, Iowa Engagement Photographer
Steve and Shannon were referred to me by one of our 2018 brides, and I am so happy they chose me for their engagement photographer! When Shannon told me she wanted their photos taken at her mom’s farm near Reinbeck, Iowa, I was so excited! I love when clients choose special locations; it makes their photos that much more meaningful. Shannon’s mama even took us around the farm in her truck, which almost landed us stuck in some serious mud!… Keep Reading
Brodie and Samantha Kohls | Independence, Iowa | Independence, Iowa Wedding Photographer and Videographer
Brodie and Samantha are basically the most adorable couple I’ve ever met. They are high school sweethearts who have been in love for 10 years, but act like they just started dating. Brodie is definitely a guy’s guy, but when it comes to Samantha, he would seriously do anything for her. Brodie and Samantha were also so fun because a) every detail of their wedding was so beautifully planned out and b) they LOVE taking photos! Our job is always… Keep Reading
Chris and Doni Lang | Grundy Center, Iowa | Grundy Center, Iowa Wedding Photographer
Today on the blog we are featuring one of my favorite weddings of 2018! Chris Lang is my husband’s best friend, who in turn is like my best friend. Us three have been through a LOT together, and when Doni came into Chris’ life, I knew she was the perfect woman for him. When Chris and Doni asked me to be their wedding photographer, I was elated. We had the most amazing July day to celebrate their love, and their… Keep Reading
Jesse and Emily Scheer | Waterloo Center for the Arts | Waterloo, Iowa Wedding Photographer
I love when my friends refer their family members to us! One of my good friends Leah, who is a second shooter with Wild Soul Weddings, referred her sister Emily to us for her wedding, and it was such an amazing day! Jesse and Emily’s wedding was full of fun details! I absolutely loved Emily’s faux hawk braided hair, and her glamorous ballgown dress! Take a peek at their July wedding day with Wild Soul Weddings at the Waterloo Center… Keep Reading