Des Moines and Charlotte Wedding Photographer and Family Photographer
"My husband and I were so impressed by Haverlee! She went above and beyond to capture our little family in a natural, beautiful way. She was wonderful with our son and was patient when he needed a moment to calm down. She had wonderful suggestions for us that translated into stunning photos. Our family and friends were blown away by the photos and we will cherish them forever."
- Sarah K
Welcome to the world, Evelyn. Such an honor to photograph their brand new family of five at home in Des Moines.
Baby number three brings a new level of exhaustion and chaos. But it also brings a beautiful surrender. You’re forced to let go of a lot of things that didn’t matter so much in the first place. And for so many parents it brings the realization that our parenting is only a small piece of the puzzle. These children come out as unique individuals from day one. We do our best to parent who they are, and not who we want them to be. Parenting three kids is an endless lesson in humility, and a fast track to grace and compassion for every parent out there doing their best to raise kind humans.
After sobbing my way through 1883, I’m a big fan of a little western chic. These two were hot and looked dang good in those hats. Such a fun night with Katie & Weston.
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Adding number 3 is a special kind of chaos. It’s a whole new level of overwhelm and exhaustion but coupled with the sentimental wisdom that babies don’t keep and the sibling bond is one of the sweetest things in life to witness. (And also three boys is the beginning of anarchy so it’s really too bad the baby stage isn’t a bit longer. 🫠)
Eli & Hannah 🤍
Thinking about their wedding next year gets me a little emotional. I’ve been friends with Eli’s mom, Manda, since I was 18. We have so many memories together but my favorite is when Manda and I visited my parents together when they lived in Memphis. My oldest son was 6 and shocked 9 yr old Eli to no end when he stripped down and jumped in the pool naked. Eli only has one sister and didn’t know boys as wild as mine existed. 🫣 Manda has been such a cheerleader for me in this life and I’m the lucky one getting to document her children’s biggest life milestones. What an honor. 🥺
Blake & Marisol ✨
A stunning day with a ceremony at The Tearoom and a reception at Hotel Fort Des Moines. I’m only mildly jealous they’re finally done with their 1300 mile long distance relationship! Such an honor to photograph their intimate wedding, and to show their friends and family just how classy Des Moines can be!
Ceremony venue: @thetearoomdsm
Reception venue: @hotelfortdesmoines
Florals: @shellysarverdesigns
Photographing love and life in Des Moines, Iowa, Western North Carolina and beyond.