SENIORS
Senior photos, just like so many other things in the era of “share and compare”, have morphed into quite a spectacle. I’m not into displays of grandeur that don’t actually have anything to do with YOU.
My hope for you as you step into that vulnerable space in front of my camera is that you feel comfortable with me and confident in who you are. Will it be a little bit awkward at first? Yeah, it likely will. But I'll ensure you get comfortable enough to open up and shine. I want to know what makes you smile, and laugh, and feel like the best version of yourself. Bring a friend or family member (or both!) with you! The more the merrier.
I can’t wait to show you just how beautiful you really are.
Full galleries available upon request.
“I went into the experience feeling flustered and nervous. As soon as my session began, Haverlee eased my nerves. It was a wonderful experience. I knew she would be able to bring out my inner beauty, but my pictures exceeded any expectations I had. She is extremely talented and comfortable to be around. She will listen to your vision and bring out who you are and create magic with you.”
- Madeline, class of 2019
Senior Pricing
Pricing Starts AT $700
Pricing includes 90 minutes at the location of your choice in the Des Moines area, and your online gallery of high resolution images to download, print, and share.
Each additional half hour is $150.
I recommend a 90 min session for 3 outfits, and a two hour session for 4-5 outfits. I’ll chat with you about your vision for your photos and can recommend the time frame to allow us to carry out that vision.
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“Haverlee was wonderful during my daughter’s senior pictures! My daughter was nervous getting started, and Haverlee gave her so much confidence! The ideas she had and the risks she took equaled phenomenal photographs. Haverlee is an extremely talented photographer and a joy to work with. ”
- Taryn M.
One of my favorite weddings of 2025 at The Tea Room in Des Moines.
Brandon & Emma met on a field trip to DC with schools from the same district. She crushed on him in the security line for the White House. He talked to her at the spy museum. And she snagged a seat beside him on the plane ride home. They shared a pair of headphones and he played Strawberry Swing by Coldplay. That middle school crush turned into a high school romance, a commitment through college, and a wedding 12 years later. It’s not difficult to make a wedding personal and meaningful when you have over a decade of history together.
This sweet wedding is now blogged on my web site. 🍓
Photo assistant: @jacobncia
Venue: @thetearoomdsm
Coordination & Design: @blissevents_staffing
Hair & Makeup: @hellodarlinglam
Dress: @weddingshoppeinc
Cake: @miabella_bakery_
The Longs on their cattle farm in Nebraska. If it wasn’t so chilly, I would have wanted to hang out here all night, and cuddle that fluffy teddy bear of a calf. This family is so kind and tender and their new baby will be so loved. Plus Garnet is going to be the sweetest little big sister.
A timeless engagement session on a rooftop in Des Moines. This was such a fun one. We got lucky with perfect November weather before winter showed up in all her drama.
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Favorites in black & white from Cade & Kennedey’s wedding at Country Lane Lodge outside of Des Moines, Iowa. They’ve been together since they were teenagers and their families are absolutely precious. It was such a beautiful wedding.
Photo assistant: @chelseaweaver.photo
Venue: @countrylanelodge
Florals: @something_chic_floral
Hair: @hairbybrianne.co
DJ: @pro_beatz_entertainment
Dress: @weddingsbydesigndm
A family session outside of Des Moines, on Autumn’s last perfect day. ✨
Working on edits for families I’ve known since before their children were born is an overwhelming honor. Every single time I add another gallery, I go back through the years, just like I know they will. It’s so incredible to see how everyone has grown (and how my work has progressed!). Witnessing these two parent with so much patience and joy is life-giving. I adore this little sunshine crew and had so much fun.
Photographing love and life in Des Moines, Iowa and beyond.