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October 15, 2020

Sara & Tom

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My time as a high school teacher taught me how to instantly connect with teens and make them feel comfortable in front of the camera. I love photographing high school seniors all over the Greater Des Moines Metro and Midwest (yes, I’m willing to travel). 

Hi, I'm Carrie

This business has been so good to our family and me! It has taught me when I’m doing too much, it has taught me about boundaries between work & home, and it has helped me become a better listener-to my clients & my body. I know that sounds froo-froo, but I know that I’m doing too much when I start making mistakes, namely, double booking myself. It’s only happened twice in my 10 year career (thankfully!) and Sara & Tom just rolled with the punches. If it’s any indication how laid back this family is about photos, Tom brought a mug full of iced coffee to our shoot and didn’t spill a drop! Sara scoped out a new location for us to try and it did not disappoint! The trees are gorgeous right now in Iowa and I couldn’t have been happier with how the light played through the trees-the topography was absolutely perfect for what I needed & how I work!

Little Miss Maddie is a go-getter and rarely sits still, so the bulk of her photos are candids and on the go! But we still managed to sneak in a few smiles! And Miss Charlie is the epitome of an older sister, looking out for Maddie, working with me to try to get her to smile & setting a great example herself. Well done, sister!

Sara & Tom: I’m so thankful for your patience with me! I’m truly blessed with the best clients in the world. Happiest of anniversaries you two, & I hope you have a fantastic school year!

Go Dawgs,

Carrie
PS You can see the rest of our short time together HERE.

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My time as a high school teacher taught me how to instantly connect with teens and make them feel comfortable in front of the camera. I love photographing high school seniors all over the Greater Des Moines Metro and Midwest (yes, I’m willing to travel). 

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