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RAPID CITY + BLACK HILLS, SOUTH DAKOTA

December 10, 2016

Emily and Aaron, I don’t think I can put into words how much I enjoyed being alongside you and your families on this day. Your joy and kindness are unmatched, and I am thrilled that this day is only the beginning for you. Enjoy a few of my favorites! —js —————————————— What was the most memorable […]

December 5, 2016

Tony and Melissa, I can’t believe how lovely this fall day turned out to be, but I am not at all surprised at how much I enjoyed hanging out with you and your beloved Louie. Looking forward to the year ahead! Enjoy a few of my favorites! —js   ——————————————————– Melissa, what’s your favorite thing about Tony? There […]

November 18, 2016

Seth and Adriel, I could tell you that after spending your wedding day with you, I wanted to be best friends forever. But that might be weird, so I’ll keep it to myself (although I’ve already had some lockets engraved…). This day was everything a wedding day should be; full of the most important things (which aren’t things at all), […]

November 11, 2016

Nicole and Adam, thank you for making this (very quick) trip to the Black Hills and for making this sweet engagement session happen! I loved spending this time with you, and can hardly wait for what is sure to be the happiest of wedding days! Enjoy a few of my favorites! —js —————————————————– Nicole, what’s your favorite thing about […]

October 20, 2016

Jon and Kendra, I had so, SO much fun with you and your favorite people on this day! Thank you for having me, and for trusting me to capture the happiness that was around every corner. I hope you’re loving this new chapter in your story. Enjoy a few of my favorites! —js ———————————————- What […]

September 23, 2016

MarcCharles and Katie, I’d been so excited about this day for so long, and let me just tell you, it did not disappoint.  Thank you for inviting me to spend it with your wonderful families, your very fun friends, and of course, the two of you. It was magic. Hoping life as newlyweds is proving to be the same. […]

September 13, 2016

Ross and Apryl, being with you and your families on your wedding day was such a joy. Thank you for inviting me to be a part of it, and for your endless warmth and kindness. Cheers to you, and to what’s sure to be the happiest of marriages. Enjoy a few of my favorites! —js […]

August 4, 2016

Erika and Terry, I’m so glad I was able to be a part of your wedding day! It was perfection. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart for having me. Enjoy a few of my favorites! —js  ————————————————- What was the most memorable moment from your wedding day? Erika Says: The most memorable moment from […]

July 19, 2016

Rachel and Kenny (and your families!), thank you for asking me to be a part of this celebration! You were so welcoming, fun-loving, and kind, and I loved every minute of your day. I hope married life is treating you even better than you imagined. Enjoy a few of my favorites! —js ————————————————– What was the […]

June 17, 2016

Jeramy and Patricia, thank you for taking the time to visit the Hills for engagement photos (and for standing in that wind and making it look like nothing!). Loved spending this afternoon with you! I hope the two of you are enjoying your time together, and that you’ll get to visit again soon to cross some […]

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