It’s spring wedding season, so there’s no better time to reflect back on some gorgeous spring weddings I’ve had the honor of photographing in the last few years. Spring is such a special time. The season is a time of renewal and full bloom. The perfect time to start a new chapter in your love […]

Looking for a Springfield wedding venue? It is well worth the 27 minute drive for couples looking to get married in a unique industrial, yet elegant space. Consider this Fair Grove wedding venue: Industrial Grove. A Wedding Photographer’s Perspective Your venue choice is so important. It appears in every single one of your wedding photos. […]

Why do brides want it? Well, it really makes total sense…

The blurry photo is romantic, ethereal, and dreamlike. 

Will you ever have a day more romantic than this?

“Why do you like shooting weddings so much? That would stress me out!” I’ve been asked this question so many times- I’ve lost count. If you know me, you know I’m a highly emotional person. I feel things a little too deeply. I get excited over very little things. I tear up at so many […]

Listen – Giving birth is HARD. Not just hard, but HARD HARD. It requires every ounce of you to be fully present. It is also beautiful. With that being said, I am always always always going to be the first person to tell you to book a session WHILE you are giving birth. Here are […]

If you have not figured out, weddings might just be my favorite things to photograph! They are always unique, special, out of the box, and extraordinary! They make me laugh, cry, and smile all within a span of 5 hours! It should be no surprise that I am highlighting ANOTHER wedding! The Campbell’s got married […]

First Off: C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S ! ! ! Soak it all in. This special time in your life happens so quickly, so enjoy it! There are so many things that are running through your head. What date will we pick? Where will we […]

To all my fellow photographers, please read the title again. Let me say it louder for the people in the back – INVESTING IN YOURSELF IS IMPORTANT. I think that investing in yourself is sometimes the risk that is just too much of a burden to some. It is quite the opposite actually – the […]

It is no secret that while family photos are great in theory, look pretty on the wall, and bring back memories for years to come. However, no one talks about the moments leading up to family pictures and the not so great emotions that come with them. Let’s be honest for one second, family pictures […]

In the photography world, there are so many firsts that we encounter. Most people tend to think about the obvious first… your first kiss as a married couple. However, there are so many more! These are the most special moments, and I get a front seat every single time! How lucky am I??? Let’s start […]

I think it is long overdue for a little life update. First off, I celebrated my 28th birthday! Woohoo! Year 27 was filled with lots of weddings, newborns, families, and of course, adding one more little one to my clan! I am hopeful that year 28 will bring love, warmth, more family time, milestones, and […]

Maybe I am just a sucker for love, a happy ending, or romance in general BUT do weddings not put you in the best mood? I love LOVE. With that being said, I am going to do a recap of the weddings that I had in 2021. I had 15 weddings this past year!! I’m […]

Ten Fingers. Ten Toes. Warm Hugs. Never-ending love. If I could use one word to describe what it is like to take pictures of the sweetest little babes: INCREDIBLE. There is something so special to being one of the first ones to help welcome a baby into the world by capturing the sweetest first moments […]

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I find it appropriate to let you all in on what I am most thankful for this season. While I am thankful for these things year round, this season just brings it out in you. While the list could go on and on about what I am thankful for.. […]

Hi! Hey! Hello! Are you new here? Are you first time clients? Not sure what to expect when heading into your first session? Then look no further… Alee Becker is going to be taking over the blog today giving you all of the inside knowledge on what to expect! First off, hi – I’m Alee. […]

Hey everyone. It has been a little bit since I wrote a blog. However, I have been busy growing a human!! With that being said, I need to introduce someone. Foster Barr Morris Weighing in at 8 pounds and 4 ounces. Chunky goodness. Born on August 4th, 2021. Yes, AFTER my due date… but that […]

My neck of the woods has been pretty chaotic, so I thought I would share a few tidbits of what in the world is going on! First things first, I will be on maternity leave July 12 – August 31 – I am BEYOND ready to meet Baby Morris #3!!!! We are so giddy with […]

This year has been hard. It has been hard as a business owner. As a teacher. As a parent. But so incredibly hard as a student. To the Class of 2021.. YOU DID IT!!! Graduating is quite the accomplishment. It is one giant step in your life. It shows that you can do anything that […]

It is no question that being a bride in 2020 did not always have its perks. HOWEVER, my 2020 brides knocked it out of the park. I will tell you day in and day out that I have the best clients. BUT believe me when I say, I had the BEST 2020 brides. These brides […]

I AM OVER THE MOON! This turned out amazing – check out everything you need to know about the Novella Workshop!

As a mother of 2, soon to be 3, I cannot tell you how much joy it brings me to capture sweet little ones. I love babies, all the babies, can’t get enough of the babies. I have done many sessions with the cutest newborns, so I have curated a list of tips that I […]

I am mixing things up a little bit. If you do not know by now, I love food. All food. I am not picky. So when an opportunity presented itself to take pictures of food, I WAS ALL IN! This is not your typical senior, wedding, family session blog. This is your mouth watering, need […]

As I am sure that you know, I love my little guys, Crosby & Truman, with my entire heart. They are my world, and my favorite thing to photograph.  They keep me on my toes. They are fun, loud, crazy, and all boy. I would not trade this for the world. They make me a […]

Wow. What a year. I think we can all confidently say that this year was not anything we were expecting. However, there is still so much to be grateful for. I am thankful for my family and their constant support in this business. They love me so well, and push me to be the best […]

M E R R Y C H R I S T M A S I cannot even begin to tell you how much I loved my Christmas Mini’s this year. They were taken at Cole’s Tree Farm & it did not disappoint. Christmas is fun, exciting, inviting, and something we all need right now. I […]

What is my favorite color? Lavender – I love the color, scent, and flower.  It was actually one of my wedding colors! Who is my favorite artist? Why? Right now, NF. I listen to a wide range of music from the Hamilton soundtrack to Thomas Rhett and throwbacks. It’s all based on my mood I”m […]

Families are a special kind of session that brings so much uncertainty, yet so much excitement. I never know what I might get with families, and that is the fun in it all. My favorite part is to see the families arrive in their matching outfits or matching color outfits. Families spend so much time […]

I was fortunate last fall to photograph not just one gorgeous private property wedding, but THREE near my hometown of Lebanon, Missouri. They were distinctly different events, although two of the weddings were at the same family home. When I’m talking to my future brides, we talk a lot about the venues – and you […]

If you are looking for a sophisticated and timeless event in Springfield, Missouri wedding – a Hotel Vandivort wedding is the perfect choice. It is described as ‘an unrivaled wedding venue’ which is on point, as there is truly nothing else like it in southwest Missouri. There is so much to love about living in […]

I’ve got a stunning Branson wedding venue to share with you. Just 15 minutes northeast of Branson, this modern venue offers stunning views of the rolling hills the area is known for. The elegance of The Atrium wedding venue stands out against the natural landscape, while letting all the beauty of the Ozarks into your […]

If rustic and elegant is what you are looking for when it comes to the venue for your dream wedding, Mighty Oak Lodge in Lebanon, Missouri may be the perfect fit. Named for the magnificent oak tree on the property, the venue offers a variety of backdrops for your wedding photos.  A little bit about […]

You’re recently engaged and considering a black tie theme. What is a black tie wedding? Let’s take a look at the main components that define ‘black tie’ and what that means for your wedding planning. It’s so much fun to dive into the details and share beautiful wedding photos of such an elegant, classic event.  […]

Whether you are going for traditional engagement photos, or you are looking to take some unique engagement photos, this blog is meant to showcase some engagement photo poses that you can put your own spin on.