Weddings
I'M HERE FOR THE JOY (and the cake)!
I’ve utterly fallen in love with photographing couples and weddings. I think it’s the hopeless romantic in me, but it’s probably my insatiable curiosity. The privilege of witnessing every intimate moment of your day is not lost on me. The hundreds of small connections between family and friends, who will likely never all be in the same room at the same time again, is weighty and wonderful. I want to do it all justice. I want to capture the depth of what you feel for all of those people and for one another.
The good news is, it’s not about me. I can’t tell an honest story if I’m constantly interfering, directing, and manipulating moments. I want your photos to render cherished memories from your day with your people, not memories of your photographer.
I will do my damnedest to capture how your day felt, the good, the bad, the messy, and the magical. I’m there to tell the beautiful and imperfect story as it unfolds. As time goes on and the details get fuzzy, you'll look back on the photos and things will be even sweeter in your memories. I’ve learned as I’ve gotten older, this is always how life goes.
A few favorite weddings.
iowa wedding photographer,
based in Des moines and western NC
a few favorite weddings
a few favorite weddings
“Haverlee is an incredibly talented photographer! I cannot emphasize that enough. She was amazing from the start. In the wedding industry where everything seems to be stressful, she was so fun and easy to work with! Excellent communication throughout the process and she really listened and got to know us. She has an open light vibe about her that will make you feel at ease. Our photos were exactly what we had hoped for and more. I can't think of anyone else that could have captured the day more beautifully.”
- Olga & Jess
Wedding Pricing
2025 PRICING BEGINS AT $4200
packages include:
- a complimentary engagement session
- at least seven hours of wedding day coverage
- assistance and guidance with timeline planning
- trusted vendor referrals
- an online gallery for downloading, sharing, + printing
We’ll discuss how many hours of coverage you’ll need to adequately tell the story of your wedding day.
Contact me for custom rates for elopements, destination weddings, or micro-weddings.
iowa wedding photographer
“We chose Haverlee for our wedding photographer and it was hands-down our best choice of vendors for the big day. I initially chose her after scrolling through her work and recognizing a unique talent- she captured REAL moments, in people's natural environments, without "over-editing." Then we met her in person and that's what sealed the deal! Haverlee is relaxed, professional, and fun! She brought a second-shooter who was equally as great and complimented her style very well. It was a joy to work with an artist who is quickly gaining momentum in her field, and whose passion is unmatched. We have since recommended her to many friends and we're excited to work with her again in the future!”
-Lisa & Joel
Engagements
An engagement session is optional but always recommended. It gives us a stress-free chance to hang out and get to know each other better before the big day. It always takes people a little while to feel comfortable in front of the camera. This is a fun practice round! Think outside the box. Bookstores, coffee shops, a dive bar, a champagne picnic in the park, a canoe on a pond….the options are endless. Let’s go explore together. I get to see what makes you two tick and we’ll all end up even more excited about your wedding day by the end!
A few favorite engagements.
a few favorite engagements
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“Anyone who is on this page looking for a wedding photographer, look no further. Haverlee did a great job staying on top of the schedule, and was very patient with last minute photo requests. I was also grateful with how she directed the different shoots throughout the day (she kept us all in line with a sense of humor), and for the fact that she was up for anything. Finally, I definitely appreciated her excellent communication skills. If you want a photographer that will truly care about her work and whose photos will make you remember your wedding as being even better than it actually was, contact Haverlee. You will not regret it.”
- KATE & MIKE
Cutie little couple at @thewhistlerstudio. Taylor & Aaron wanted super chill, laid back engagement photos that felt like them. These two are so fun! Aaron kept Taylor laughing the whole time and that’s half the battle in life, right there. 😌
A few favorites from Emma & Brandon’s wedding. Middle school crush turned into lifelong best friend and spouse?? It does not get any sweeter. 🥹 This wedding was an absolute delight, but it always is with people like them.
I think people assume photographers love the events and suffer through the editing, but I absolutely love the editing process. I’m spending a couple hours most days with these cute faces on my screen and I’ll miss it when it’s done!
Photo assistant: @jacobncia
Venue: @thetearoomdsm
Coordination and Design: @blissevents_staffing
Maggie took everyone’s breath away that day. One of my favorite weddings, and one of the most stunning brides I’ve ever photographed.
Skylar & Erin welcomed baby Ronan.
He was an absolute dream. So grateful I’ve been asked to photograph their big family milestones thus far. 🥹
One of my favorite wedding moments of all time - flower girls all gussied up, chasing, and catching, a frog. 😄
Venue: @veselivenue
Photo assistant and amphibian photographer: @jacobncia
Photographing love and life in Central Iowa, western north carolina, and beyond.