Each year, Blake and I take a long weekend away for our wedding anniversary. It’s become one of my favorite traditions and something I look forward to all year. : ) We’ve explored some incredible places together over the years. Quiet forest preserves in Florida, oceanside cliffs, open desert landscapes in Arizona, and walkable downtown […]

Some love stories don’t rush. They settle in, grow roots, and deepen with time. Emily & Sam’s story is one of those. Built on friendship, shared history, and years of choosing each other, their connection feels steady, warm, and beautifully lived-in. High school sweethearts who grew up side by side, Emily & Sam have navigated […]

When Reed first reached out about proposing to Elizabeth, I could feel his excitement through every message. He had already scouted the perfect spot at St. James Farm, looped in their families, and planned every detail with so much thoughtfulness. You could tell this moment meant everything to him. When the day arrived, the energy […]

There’s something so timeless about fall engagement sessions at St. James Farm… The golden leaves, the soft light, and the cozy warmth between two people in love. Kaitlyn and Peter’s engagement session with Cassie was all of that and more! Their story began online, where a simple connection quickly turned into something special. For their […]

From the moment I heard how Anna & Scott met, I knew their engagement story would be something special. These two first crossed paths in a running group—proof that love finds us when we least expect it, often when we’re just doing something we love. Fast forward to October 20th, 2024: Scott asked Anna to […]

Katie and Brad’s love story blossomed from a deep friendship that began during their freshman year at ISU and lasted for nearly a decade. Everything shifted for Brad one night when he noticed that special sparkle in Katie’s eyes — a moment he would later cherish. It wasn’t long after that Brad finally mustered the […]