It was a hot July day, but Liesl & R.J. were not daunted by the weather. Enjoy these previews of their wedding day, and check back (or subscribe to the blog) to be among the first to see their photo animation!

A bride needs friends who will help her at all times…

…and her mother, to check all details.

And where would a happy couple be without their intimate circle of friends?

It was a remarkable day for Liesl and R.J. In this precious couple, their loving friends and family, we saw hope, commitment, joy, and fierce determination. We are certain that their future will be full of blessings.

Three week old Gabriella brought her mom and dad, and her grandma, to our studio for photos. Check out her big, precious eyes!

It was all in the planning for a big birthday party. Larry would turn 70, and Judy aimed to pull off a huge surprise (which she did!). We enjoyed the behind-the-scenes photography sessions to prepare a special gift for him: a messenger bag with photos of their precious grandchildren! Check out Daniel, Reena, and Jacob!

Check out this beautiful baby girl with her mom and dad! We think that Riley liked to have her picture taken. She was calm and happy all the way through. Maybe she’s an up-and-coming star!

Home for the holidays. Andrew and Janelle took advantage of the opportunity to pose for portraits! Newly settled in Seattle, each of them returned to Missouri for a winter break.

Although the wedding still seems a long way off, Liesl and R.J. took advantage of a beautiful fall day for their engagement photographs. Excited and full of energy, they are a thoughtful couple who clearly love one another! See what you think: