Wendy Sorensen 6/3/25 Wendy Sorensen 6/3/25

Celebrate Your Passion: Golf Senior Pictures

Looking for creative senior picture ideas in Des Moines? Discover how golf themed senior pictures can showcase your passion for the game and celebrate your unique high school journey. Read the blog to learn more and to schedule your free consultation today.

Wendy Sorensen 5/20/25 Wendy Sorensen 5/20/25

3 instagram-worthy senior picture locations in des moines

Planning your senior photo session? The top question I hear as a Des Moines senior photographer is, 'Where should we go for senior pictures?' With 10 years of experience scouting incredible locations, I’ve found Des Moines offers stunning backdrops with amazing variety—all in one metro area. Discover the best senior picture locations in Des Moines to make your session unforgettable.

Wendy Sorensen 5/2/25 Wendy Sorensen 5/2/25

5 Reasons To Schedule a Summer Photo Session in Des Moines

Timing can make a world of difference when it comes to scheduling your photo session. With vibrant colors, warm weather, and a relaxed pace, summertime offers unique opportunities for creating stunning portraits that you’ll love for years to come. Read more to learn the top 5 reasons to book a summer photo session in Des Moines.

Wendy Sorensen 3/5/25 Wendy Sorensen 3/5/25

The Ultimate guide to prom dress shopping in des moines

Looking for the perfect prom dress in Des Moines? Check out these 8 great shops in the ultimate guide to prom dress shopping in Des Moines and the surrounding area.

Wendy Sorensen 5/9/23 Wendy Sorensen 5/9/23

Senior Pictures Des Moines, Iowa, Urbandale High School

When it comes to senior pictures in Des Moines, most guys aren’t too excited about the idea. But, it can actually be pretty fun! Read more on the blog to see how we incorporated this Urbandale High School guy’s sports into his session for pictures that show his true personality.

Wendy Sorensen 4/19/23 Wendy Sorensen 4/19/23

3 reasons to schedule a spring senior session

Spring is a great time to do senior pictures here in Des Moines! Read on for my top 3 reasons why you should schedule your senior photo session in the springtime.

Wendy Sorensen 5/20/21 Wendy Sorensen 5/20/21

Planning Your In-Home Lifestyle Newborn Session

Every parent knows that kids grow up so fast. That’s why having photos of your children at every stage of their life is so important, especially when they’re newborns. Not sure what a lifestyle newborn photo shoot is like? To help you out, here is a list of common questions many first-time parents have.

Wendy Sorensen 2/19/21 Wendy Sorensen 2/19/21

Wardrobe Curation for Senior Pictures Des Moines

Stressing out over what to wear for your Senior photo shoot? Not to worry! Outfit planning doesn’t have to be complicated, and you don’t even need to shop for anything new if you don’t want to. Check out today’s blog to see how this Class of 2021 Senior planned the perfect outfits by pulling things from her closet that she already had along with a couple of very curated pieces for a look that’s both trendy and timeless.

Wendy Sorensen 12/1/20 Wendy Sorensen 12/1/20

Indoor family Photo Session in Des Moines

Tired of having to reschedule your photo shoot due to weather that’s too hot, too cold, too windy, too humid, or too dark and overcast? Or, are you tired of wondering if any of your photos turned out ok because it was so stinkin’ windy? Indoor photo sessions don’t have to be overly formal. In fact, when you don’t have to worry about the weather you and your family can relax more and focus on your connections with one another, which translates into photographs you will LOVE!

Wendy Sorensen 11/17/20 Wendy Sorensen 11/17/20

Family Photos at Water Works Park Des Moines

Water Works Park is one of the most popular locations for family photos in Des Moines, Iowa, and boasts tons of variety and beauty in the heart of the city.

Wendy Sorensen 11/9/20 Wendy Sorensen 11/9/20

Indoor Senior Pictures in Des Moines

Do you prefer an indoor option for Senior pictures in Des Moines? On today’s blog see how you too can have simplicity yet tons of variety in the heart of downtown Des Moines for your Senior session.

Wendy Sorensen 11/2/20 Wendy Sorensen 11/2/20

Downtown Des Moines Indoor Studio Sessions

Just because it’s getting colder doesn’t mean you still can’t have beautiful family pictures! Read in today’s blog how you can have a variety of looks in one really cool industrial studio space in the heart of Des Moines for your next photo shoot.

Wendy Sorensen 10/25/20 Wendy Sorensen 10/25/20

Fall Family Photos at Greenwood Park in Des Moines

One of my favorite locations for family photos in the Des Moines metro area, especially fall sessions, is Greenwood Park. Read more about this beautiful family’s fall session at Greenwood Park and envision how your own photos would look in your home too!

Wendy Sorensen 9/26/20 Wendy Sorensen 9/26/20

A Family Photo Session with Teenage Boys - Des Moines Family Photography

Do you have teenagers and dread family pictures because the kids hate getting their pictures taken? Don’t let this time in your family’s life slip away. Your kids aren’t little anymore and before you know it they’ll be off to college. Capture this time and hang a beautiful portrait on your wall that you can enjoy every day. It will help your house to not feel so quiet and empty.

Wendy Sorensen 9/17/20 Wendy Sorensen 9/17/20

3 Beautiful Nature Locations for Engagement Pictures Between Des Moines and Omaha

Are you and your fiancé in a major metropolitan area in Iowa but looking to get away from it all for your engagement pictures? Read more to learn about a hidden gem just over an hour from either Des Moines or the Council Bluffs/Omaha metro area, and see how you can have truly one of a kind photos to remember this time in your life.

Wendy Sorensen 9/10/20 Wendy Sorensen 9/10/20

Cody ~ Des Moines Christian School {Class of 2020}

Incorporate your High School Senior’s love of sports and music into their Senior Photo Shoot! Read more on how this Class of 2020 grad from Des Moines Christian School customized his session to include his favorite hobbies, interests, and a very special location.

Wendy Sorensen 8/13/20 Wendy Sorensen 8/13/20

Sean ~ Heartland Christian School Class of 2020

This Student Council President, Captain of the Basketball Team, and Homecoming King from Heartland Christian School Class of 2020 is on the blog today with great location ideas to make a memorable Senior shoot!

Wendy Sorensen 3/23/20 Wendy Sorensen 3/23/20

Sydney ~ Urbandale High School Class of 2020

Check out Sydney, Class of 2020 on today’s blog and see how you can get multiple looks and a ton of variety all in just one location!

Wendy Sorensen 3/6/20 Wendy Sorensen 3/6/20

{Welcome Baby Amelda} In-Hospital Lifestyle Newborn Photography, Des Moines, Iowa

Sweet Amelda is here and oh so loved. Check out more photos of her today on the blog and learn how a custom, relaxed in-hospital newborn session may be just right for you.

Wendy Sorensen 2/10/20 Wendy Sorensen 2/10/20

Cassidy ~ Urbandale High School Class of 2020

Worried that your High School Senior won’t get their braces off in time for Senior pictures? Never fear! Read Cassidy’s blog to see how specialty retouching services can take the worry out of an orthodontia schedule that doesn’t align (see what I did there??) with your session schedule!