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The Big 3: Jared & Megan's Wedding

Let me explain the big three....no, not the american automakers, but the three things that Megan & Jared's wedding had that made it a phenomenal day!  First was the beauty and class of the whole event.  From a gorgeous bride to First Presbyterian Church and Mickey's coordination that made for an awesome ceremony to the absolutely stunningly decorated reception at the Iowa Speedway; it was all eye candy!!  Second was family & friends, the people closest to the Megan and Jared who were all there showing their support and love all day long.  By the way you were awesome to work with!!  Third was the fun and little bit of naughtiness.  Everyone was having a great time and being themselves.  Too often people take things overly serious and forget to have fun!!  From the many laughs during formals and even the ceremony to the rest of the day there was never a shortage of good times...some of which cannot be posted on this blog ;)

Thank you Megan and Jared for an awesome day!

JOHN

Just a little bit naughty.

Stunning!

Family.

This spoke to me...it just has a cool editorial look to it.

Love the people watching!

The "Modlin" shot...no bridesmaids were hurt in the making of this image.

LOVE this...one of many kisses throughout the day!

Jared can kiss and hold 2 beers, a true mutlitasker.

Ron had a great toast; best description of true love I have heard in a long time.

Many things going on in this pic.

Both families had so many friends there to help them celebrate!!

Rain, Rain go away! Dan & Amanda's Wedding

I cannot overstate how impressed I was by Amanda on Sat. Sept 18th...her wedding day, when it was pouring rain.  It was a rain that would have brought most brides down.  Not Amanda, from the moment I first saw her until I left several hours later, she was the model of optimism and pure joy at the fact she was marrying a great guy.

The wedding and reception were both at the Harvester Golf Club near Des Moines and it was a great venue, decorated wonderfully and it had many awesome outdoor locals for fun images.

Thanks Dan and Amanda for a great day!

JOHN

Decision time?

OK I said blow me a kiss ladies...two are yelling at me, one is just smiling.

The guys were a challenge too......jk.

The rubber chicken strikes again.

Loved the umbrellas!

Check out Dan's look of adoration....love it!

The "cork" incident.

Sorry Dan, I know it isn't super flattering, but it is funny.

You don't want to know what was going in shortly before I got there.

Harvester Golf Club at night.

God Bless America! Ben's Sneak Peak

We all have things that define us, make us who we are.  Ben was a young when Sept 11th happened but it profoundly effected him.  He is a very patriotic guy and I wanted that reflected in his images....as well as his love of the Hawks.

Help Ben out by leaving a unique individual comment for him or about his images.  For each comment he recieves .50 cent credit towards his images.

Andrea & Matt: THE day!

The "perfect storm" of an awesome day is my best explanation for Andrea and Matt's wedding day!  The weather was perfect, the venues were great and Andrea and Matt are a fun and attractive couple.   I'm not going to say much because the images say it all.

Thank you for an terrific day!!

Bad Verizon slasher movie :)

His moped is so rockin!

Don't ask, its better that way!

Andrea, your manly shot.

For you Matt;)

Remind you of anything?

This was hilarious!!!

Check out the dude with a camera shooting us.

Janet's Sneak Peek

You know what I love about my job, it is the variety!!  Janet was one of my more reserved seniors...... and I almost didn't want to say that and have Janet think it is a bad thing.  Totally the opposite, she was super kind, funny and has honest good looks.  Having said that I'm sure she would have been open to any one of my sometimes crazy ideas.  I loved the different styles and looks her outfits had too, they really helped make the pics.

Help Janet out and leave a comment on this blog for her or about the images!  For each unique person's comment she gets .50 cents credit towards her pics!

To book a senior session call 641-787-0267

JOHN

WOW...Keegan's Sneak Peek

Keegan is breaking me down!!  There were so many totally out of the park images that I broke down and put 7 sneak peek images up.  Keegan, I knew going in, had lots of ideas and interests that we were doing and that it was going to be a varied session from the word go!!  I really don't need to say much....the images speak for themselves!!

As with all sneak peeks, she will get .50 for each unique individual comments left on the blog.

Thanks for a great session Keegan!!  JOHN

His own man!! Keegan's Sneak Peek

This guy was a riot!!  I had photographed Keegan and his family several years ago and needless to say he has grown into a confident, fun young man (yes I know I sound old).  He is swimming and from what I could see was awesome!!  Enjoy the many faces of Keegan and leave him a comment.  For each unique comment he gets .50 cent towards his images.....help him out!

To book a senior session call!  641.787.0267 or facebook:  www.facebook.com/johnleephotography

Faith, Family, Fun! Ruth & Matt's Wedding

I had the privilege of photographing Ruth & Matt's wedding this last Sat!  These two are very much in love; you can see it in their eyes as well as the emotional energy they have together!!  You can see that love and energy in many of the images.

This wedding was a particular privilege because Ruth and Matt has a very strong faith.  We have all been to the weddings where it seems the "church part" is a formality.  It was inspirational and refreshing to see a couple taking it very seriously.  Well, this by no means implies that this bunch is quiet and reserved......wow, far from it.  That is all I need to say...checkout the images and leave a comment for the couple!!

Thank you for a great day guys!!

JOHN

 

Georgous Bride!

Aspiring flower girls looking on :)

Vanna and her beautiful cake.

Trouble in paradise?

Photo booth phun!!

These two cracked me up!!

Yes, it is about the shoes!

Yes....the shoes!

Sure, the guy with no tux goes the highest.

Wedding day stress can get the best of you?!

 

Klarissa's Sneak Peek

Klarissa is a person you can't help but smile when you are around her.  She has an infectious laugh and a fun easy going manner that made her so fun to photograph.  You can tell she is about as unscripted and crazy as the images show.........it was hard to narrow down for the sneak peek. 

Come visit her post and leave a comment.  For every unique, individual comment she gets .50 credit towards her images!

JOHN

To book a senior session call 641-787-0267 or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/johnleephotography

 

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Kelly Sneak Peek!!

Kelly has that unique combination of looks that I am sure is a reflection of her personality.  She is a dedicated and accomplished athlete...which is why I had to put the sliding shot in!  But on the flip side she really did great with a more "fashiony" model type looks too.  That versatile, easy going style is a photographers dream.  Thanks for a GREAT shoot!

Most are familier with my sneak peeks, but leave a comment and for each, I give her .50 credit.

JOHN