A group of five young boys dressed in vintage-style clothing posing together on brown fabric backdrop
A woman in a shimmering dress with tattoos on her arm, holding her chest and stomach with her eyes closed.
Black and white portrait of a woman with a large updo hairstyle, tattoos on her shoulder and arm, wearing a white shirt that slips off her shoulder, gazing at the camera with her hand touching her shoulder.
Portrait of a young woman with wavy brown hair, wearing a black spaghetti strap dress, sitting against a dark background, looking at the camera with a neutral expression, hand resting on her chin.
A pregnant woman with long wavy hair, partially covered by black undergarments, standing against a dark background with blue light accents.
Black and white portrait of a pregnant woman with wavy hair, wearing a decorative beaded top, smiling and covering her breasts with her hands.
Portrait of a smiling woman with dark curly hair, wearing a black blazer, against a black background.
Family portrait of five people, two adults and three children, smiling and posing against a dark background.
Family portrait of nine people, including a man, woman, and seven children, all dressed in formal black attire, posed against a dark textured background.

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Young girl sitting on a wooden deck outdoors in a green, wooded area of a park, looking at the camera. Photographed by The Photician.

“We are so thankful at how perfectly Stacy captured our family and we will no doubt be in touch for future family sessions. Her work is simply remarkable.”

- Mike R.

A happy couple smiling and embracing against a plain dark background. Photographed by The Photician.

“Stacy was so personable & captured our family perfectly. Choosing our favorites was the hardest part because they were all so beautiful!”

- Krissa L.

Portrait of a young girl with light brown hair, smiling gently with her head resting on her hand, wearing a peach-colored top. Photographed by The Photician.

Stacy is so much more than a photographer - she is an artist with an unrivaled talent. She captured something in our photos that brought a whole different depth and dimension to our family, in still life. Something I have never seen before. This, I think, is the beautiful essence of her craft. I so look forward to working with her more in future.

- Marcella B.

A black and white boudoir portrait of a woman with dreadlocks, tattoos, and piercings, looking at the camera with her hand on her shoulder. Photographed by The Photician.

Stacy is the BEST!!! My boudoir portraits were so breath-taking, I almost didn't believe it was actually me! During my session, She always checked in with me and had amazing vision with helpful, clear instructions. I felt very comfortable the entire time. Every woman should do this for herself at least once in her life!

- Brittany G.

Senior Season + Early Bird Benefits!

Now that my oldest is about to finish junior year, I can confidently say there’s something about this time that feels different. It’s more than just a milestone…

They’re not so little anymore, these kids. They’re making decisions. Visiting campuses. Thinking about what comes next. Some of them are stepping into leadership roles, auditions, scholarships, or big goals they’ve been working toward for years...

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A living room with a beige sectional sofa, decorative pillows, a black side table, and a coffee table with books, in front of tall bookshelves filled with books. Framed family photos hang on the wall, and a window with daylight streaming in.

Elevate Your Home: 3 Ways to Display your Portrait Art

Celebrating your family's journey through portraits is about cherishing and sharing the love you have for each other, enriching your living space with memories that resonate daily. Let me guide you in presenting these treasures to enhance your home and keep those heartfelt moments alive. Below, discover three creative ways to display your printed portrait art, ensuring each piece harmonizes with your wall space and stirs joy each time you walk into the room….

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Senior sessions don’t have to fit into one box -- They should reflect the many facets of your personality. You can include your favorite college hoodie, the tailored suit that makes you feel capable, items representing the passion you spend
What activities have you poured yourself into? Is it playing in a band, working backstage in the theater, pitching for the softball team, dancing in your regalia? If it’s important to you, let’s include it in your senior session! Now boo
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The last weeks of three, before life begins as four 🖤🖤
“Even after all this time the sun never says to the earth, ‘You owe me.’ Look what happens with a love like that— it lights the whole sky.” — Hafiz Three years apart 🖤 Same gorgeous mama 🖤
“Keep some room in your heart for the unimaginable.” - Mary Oliver To my friend who always reminds me to keep a soft heart, I love you 🖤
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Through WOW Connect DSM Magazine, Ive had the pleasure of meeting and photographing some of the Des Moines area’s most amazing women since 2019! For this issue’s cover story I was invited to our local gem @blankparkzoo to create portrai