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At Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines, our approach to wedding photography goes beyond simply capturing images—it’s about telling your story. We aim to reflect each couple’s personality, capturing the emotions, little quirks, and candid laughs that make each wedding uniquely memorable. Throughout 2024, we’ve been privileged to work with so many wonderful couples in […]

Planning a wedding is an exhilarating yet challenging endeavor, and parents often play a crucial role in ensuring everything runs smoothly. Understanding the role of parents in wedding planning can help alleviate some of the stress and make the journey enjoyable for everyone involved. From offering emotional support to taking on specific tasks, parents’ wedding […]

Congratulations on Your Engagement! Pop the champagne, you’re getting married! Before diving headfirst into wedding planning, take a moment to savor this milestone. You’ve just said “yes” to forever with your favorite person—how amazing is that? Whether you’re still basking in the glow of the proposal or already envisioning your dream wedding, these first steps […]

Choosing vendors for your big day can be quite difficult, especially when it comes to photographers. You need to be very careful when choosing the person who will capture the best moments of your life. Therefore, this is a decision that you shouldn’t take lightly. If you’re not sure where to begin, we have a […]

Many couples decide on having a first look because it is easily the most magical and intimate moment of a wedding. Namely, the shots from it are candid, emotional, and romantic at their core. Getting first look wedding photos caught on camera means being able to look back at your celebration and relive it again […]

There is nothing more gorgeous than a summer engagement photoshoot! It is a season of wildflowers, miraculous golden sunsets, and lush green surroundings. Therefore, it is the perfect setting to mark your first step toward the new chapter of your life.  However, with so many options, the choice of location, theme, or backdrop can easily […]

One of the best parts of weddings is taking photos. Along with choosing the perfect wedding dress, accessories, and shoes, add scenery to the list. When considering where to take your wedding photos, first think about yourself as a couple. What fits your style, wedding theme, etc? This will help narrow down the following list […]

Lots of pictures will be taken of you and your wedding party on your wedding day. You took the time to choose who will be standing by your side on your wedding day, so why not take the time to think about the kind of pictures you want with them? Our photographers have shot many […]

It’s safe to say that your wedding day will be one of the most important days of your life. Your wedding day is filled with so many moments that should be captured. By having these moments captured, you can remember them for years to come. With our many years of working in the wedding industry, […]

Congratulations! You’ve just said yes to a bright future together. Now, take that shiny ring and start planning the wedding of your dreams! Because this is such an exciting and once-in-a-lifetime experience, why not also make it unforgettable by having a professional wedding photographer in Des Moines, IA capture the adventure through engagement and wedding […]