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
- seven+ hours of wedding day coverage
- help 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 an 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
Contact
“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
One week, you two!! 🤩 I’ve been looking forward to this one since I got their very first email. She’s a school psychologist and he’s a graphic designer. They love art and food and nature. It doesn’t *really* matter if you’re into all the same things as your wedding photographer but I sure love clicking with my couples like I do with these two. Their wedding is going to be a laid back party and I cannot wait to photograph their joy.
Taxes are done. Web site is updated. The weather is mellowing out. I’m itching for busy season to begin. Every job has pros and cons. The best thing about this job is the cons list grows smaller with every passing year. 🥹 I’m really grateful.
None of us moms anticipate a wedding day involving our own children. But let me tell you, it is the most special thing in the world. 🥺 I joke that I wish everyone could experience a second marriage. It was such an honor to photograph my friend’s wedding. A February wedding is ideal for one reason - a honeymoon to Mexico in February. 😉 Andrea looked absolutely stunning and I’m in love with this first portrait of her.
I’ve been working on getting more galleries on my site and I knew I wanted to feature Anna & Jacob’s wedding day. It always stands out in my mind as a favorite. I took inspiration from their heartfelt ceremony and we had my sisters read poetry at ours. I remember Anna saying for so long they’d kept their love to themselves but they were ready to share it with others. That feels like a beautiful reminder of why we have weddings in the first place. We want to gather our loved ones in one place, and we want to honor the love we share with our partner publicly. They did it in such a beautiful way.
Their wedding is now on the gallery page of my web site if you’d like to see more, including the moment Anna dropped her skirt and shocked Jacob with her jumpsuit underneath. ☺️
Photo assistant: @seth.missiaen
Venue: @mainframearts
Hair & Makeup: @lemonheadhairr
Florals: @indie.floral
Reception snacks: @thecheeseshopdsm
Coordinator: @just1jen
Good morning. It’s a dreary freezing Monday. I hope these photos give you a tiny dose of joy. This shoot was the highlight of my February so far. 😌 So sweet to watch this family grow. Baby Simon is a fluffy haired dream.
Photographing love and life in Central Iowa, western north carolina, and beyond.