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RAPID CITY + BLACK HILLS, SOUTH DAKOTA

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 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 […]

April 6, 2016

Aaron and Emily, I can hardly wait for your wedding this fall! Thank you for spending this gorgeous spring day with me, for making it extra fun and lighthearted, and for bringing along your trusty sidekick, Dax. Enjoy a few of my favorites! –js ———————————————————— Emily, what’s your favorite thing about Aaron? His beard, obviously. […]

March 3, 2016

Ross and Apryl, thanks for making the trip to the hills, for introducing me to your sweet pup,  and for braving the wind and the cold for these photos. I loved chatting and walking, and am thrilled about getting to work with you over the next several months. Enjoy a few of my favorites! —js […]

February 13, 2016

Oh, Mr. and Mrs. Morgan. Was this day even REAL? Thank you for your thoughtfulness, your light-heartedness, and for being endlessly kind. I’m so happy our paths have crossed, and am even happier they’ll cross again. Enjoy a few of my favorites! —js ——————————————————- What was the most memorable moment from your wedding day? Jen […]

November 23, 2015

Brody and Heidi, looking back on your wedding day makes my heart sing. Thank you so very much for asking me to be a part of it, and for being so present and enjoying every moment of this day. I adore you, and hope life as Mr. & Mrs. is proving to be your best […]

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