FAMILIES
My greatest and most fulfilling role in this life is being a mama to my three boys. Motherhood has been so much harder and so much more wonderful than I ever imagined it would. Two out of three of my boys are now taller than me, and though I wouldn't go back to the baby stage, I'll miss it forever. My biggest regret is not understanding the importance of professional photography back then. Photos of me with my babies are nearly non-existent.
Family photography is my passion and what got me started in this industry. I love children. I thought about being a preschool teacher or a postpartum doula for a long time (and still may pursue those one day!) There’s just no bond like that between a mother and child and I know exactly how much those precious photos mean. We don’t want to forget that little curl at the nape of their neck, the dimples on their chubby hands, the gap-toothed grin, the scrunched up nose, or the way the bury their head against you when they’re feeling bashful.
I promise your children won’t be too loud, too wiggly, too silly, or too shy. (Mine are all of the above.) I’ll match their energy and meet them where they are. Whether we’re in your home or exploring outside, I want to have fun. I want the photos to represent a precious memory you had together, no phones, no distractions. Leave your kids up to me. I’ll win them over and work a little magic and provide you with photos you’ll cherish more than most anything else.
Des Moines Family Photographer
A few favorite family sessions.
A few favorite family sessions
“Haverlee is extremely gifted behind the camera. From the moment she walked in, she was patient and full of grace. She worked efficiently while exuding a calm, and pleasant vibe that engaged my small children and relaxed all of us. She captured the best of our little family and delivered more amazing images than I could have hoped for. Haverlee is a very special person and I can't wait to hire her again!”
- Catelin S
Des Moines FAMILY Photographer
Family Pricing
Full Family Session - $700
We'll spend approximately an hour and a half together starting at home (depending on your preference) and then ending up outside. You'll receive a custom digital gallery of edited images with rights to print & share. There is no cap on number of images.
A full session is perfect for families with multiple young children. More time does not equal more stress, especially with little ones. Quite the opposite. When given time to explore and shoot at a relaxed pace, I'm able to capture your honest and true selves. Your children are not required to be on their best behavior. I simply ask for you to be fully present and ready to soak up the time with your family. (No travel fees within 130 miles of DSM or Statesville, NC. Please inquire about other locations. I travel frequently!.)
HALF SESSION - $550
Perfect for smaller families or families with older children, we'll spend about 45 minutes at one location in the Des Moines metro. Our time together will focus on portraiture, posed photos, and candids.
I OFFER PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN SESSIONS FOR SINGLE MOMS.
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“Haverlee is, quite frankly, the photographer for our family. Her personality is laid back but she has a critical eye for details while shooting, evident in the photos lining our stairs. The patience she has with our little boy is captivating, From newborn shoots to full family photos, I cannot recommend Haverlee enough!”
- Amanda
Long distance love. A whirlwind engagement. A wedding dress from 1910, found in her grandmother’s trunk. A stunning old church. This entire day felt like stepping back in time. I loved being a part of it. Congrats, K & K. You two are special.🥂
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Vintage Wedding Dress / Iowa Wedding Photographer / Des Moines Family & Wedding Photographer / Midwest Wedding Photography
Baby number three brings chaos and joy to new levels in equal parts. 😌 Such an honor to document this milestone for this beautiful family. Newborn shoots with older siblings are my absolute favorite.
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Family Photographer Des Moines / Des Moines Newborn Photographer / Lifestyle Family Photos Iowa
Sessions with these three are always a bright spot in my schedule. Their daughter is spunky and smart and they’re such tender parents. I do lots of chatting with Marin between photos and she always chooses to hold my hand when we’re walking around. 😌 I always take time to chit chat with kiddos before I do any directing, and sessions always involve plenty of movement and exploring. Usually feels more like a play date than a photo shoot. 🤍
Jadyn & Peyton’s West Des Moines wedding was so much fun. I wish you could have seen the way the bridesmaids belted out Enchanted by Taylor Swift after she got in her dress. And the tears flowing down her sister’s cheeks through so much of the day. And the little boy who handed her a dandelion at the park because he thought she looked beautiful. And I wish you could have seen how proud and delighted their families were, and heard the incredible speeches about these two. Instead I’ll leave you with little glimpses of the overwhelming joy contained in one day.
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Venue: @therewindhotel
DJ: @vows.and.vibes
Hair: @elansaloniowa
Dress:@schaffersbridal_ia
Suits: @halberstadtsclothiers
Florals: @something_chic_floral
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The most darling family welcomes baby number three. This relaxed family session in Des Moines ended with strawberry ice cream and swings at the playground. Baby number three is the cherry on top. 🥺
Photographing love and life in Des Moines, Iowa, Western North Carolina and beyond.