Sarah x Jeff | EL MATADOR BEACH ENGAGEMENT

Long and steep stairs led my feet to the bottom of what would be the most beautiful beach I've ever seen with my own eyes. Sarah, the bride to be, had picked out this location for her and Jeff's engagement shoot. When I finally hit the bottom of the stairs that were hanging onto the cliffside, I searched with eager eyes to find Sarah and Jeff. Unfortunately, this would be our first meeting together since I live in the Midwest and they on the coast. A needed Skype date never happened. Searching and asking, I just could not find them. Service for my phone was close to the 1x mark, which we all know means nothing. No service. Finally after a long 15 minutes (seriously, 15 minutes of anticipation is a long time) our eyes met. We greeted one another with a warm hug. And then squealed. Because we both knew... this shoot was going to be incredible. What could be better than love, sunshine and the insane creation we were surrounded with?

CouplesRachel WakefieldJune 26, 2016El Matador, Beach, Engagement, Beach Engagement, California, Malibu

Tara + Ryan | COUNTRY PINES WEDDING LINCOLN, NEBRASKA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

Nestled right outside of Lincoln, Nebraska Tara and Ryan started their first day as husband and wife. With God, their closest friends and family they said "I Do". See how their first day as Mr. & Mrs. unfolded.

CouplesRachel WakefieldJune 24, 2016Country Pines, Lincoln, nebraska, midwest, country, Outside

Sydney x Tom | INDIAN CREEK WEDDING

My initial meeting of these two was at their engagement session, which was held out in the rolling hills of Nebraska. From the beginning I knew these guys were madly in love, playful and just an absolute joy to be around. Their wedding was nothing short of a good time, full of love and laughter. Here is a huge shout out to the new Mr. & Mrs. Tom Blount!

CouplesRachel WakefieldJune 14, 2016Indian CreekWedding, Omaha, Indian Creek, Golf Course, Nebraska, Elkhorn, West Omaha

Jennifer x Steven | JOSLYN CASTLE OMAHA, NEBRASKA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

I met Steve two years ago not too long after moving to the Philadelphia area. We found each other on match.com and all of our early dates were Steve showing me all around and walking around Philly with me- showing me his favorite things. I knew he was very sweet right from the start. I've never liked city driving so I would always take the train in and he'd be waiting at the station to pick me up and at night when it was late he always insisted on driving me all the way back home (a little jaunt from where he lived since we lived on opposite sides of Philly at the time). I always felt that Steve and I were so comfortable with each other from almost the very beginning, I never worried with him or wondered where our relationship was headed, he was so forthright and honest always...

CouplesRachel WakefieldMay 31, 2016Joslyn CastleOmaha, Joslyn, Joslyn Castle

Morgan x John

Growing up in small town Nebraska, Morgan wasn't overly excited to accept an accounting internship fourteen hours away in the "big city" of Dayton, Ohio. Being from a small town and leaving all of her friends and family behind was a bit overwhelming. Dayton just sounded like the worst place to spend her summer, in 2011. But the accounting internship was a good career experience and was worth it, especially because it was only three months long.

A couple days into the internship, Morgan had met John.

After returning back to Nebraska to complete her senior year of college, that fall, she accepted a full time offer back in Ohio.

When Morgan moved back to Ohio, for good this time, her and John's friendship picked up right where it left off. They spent countless hours together. And apparently, everyone around them saw it coming. They knew they were perfect for each other.

Before you knew it, John was on one knee asking Morgan to be his wife.

The rest is history my friends. :)

Jess x Jonathan | SANTA MONICA

Jess and Jonathan have been together for a few years now. They are goofy, fun and yet serious. You can tell just from looking at them that their love for one another is deep.

CouplesRachel WakefieldApril 26, 2016engagement, santa monica, california

Danielle x Tyler | DESOTO BEND ENGAGEMENT

When there is a past, history and story behind your love there is also vulnerability, trust and willingness to work.

Stacie + Trevor | MALIBU WEST BEACH CLUB

The joy and love they had shined a bright beautiful light. Their family and friends gathered together in beautiful Malibu as they committed their lives to one another.

Jeremy x Katie | JOSHUA TREE

Joshua Tree National Park was just affirming of God's creativity. I'm just humbled by His artistry and I'm so thrilled that I was able to not only take in the majestic views but also photograph and get to know this young couple. It was really a pleasure.

Amanda + Conor | VENICE CANALS + BEACH

Meeting up with these two California natives was nothing short of a good time. We ventured around where Amanda grew up, in the Venice Canals area. Then we hit the beach to play in the sand and watch the sunset.

PLAYFUL x FUN

Lauren + Bobby | MALIBU COAST

Waking up at 4:55am just to make it in time for the sunrise was completely worth it. The chemistry between these two is steaming hot. I adored photographing their sunrise session. The fog over the ocean was thick and hovered over the cold water as the hot sun began to rise over the foothills. It was the perfect compliment to their love.

Emily + John | ANNIVERSARY SHOOT

One year anniversary lovin' in Red Rock Canyon, Nevada.

CouplesRachel WakefieldMarch 3, 2016anniversary, engagement, las vegas, red rock, couple photography

Sam + David | ST. LOUIS ENGAGEMENT

I flew out to St. Louis and flew back in one day. My morning started at 5am and ended at midnight.

All for these guys.

CouplesRachel WakefieldFebruary 21, 2016Saint Louis, St. Louis, engagement photography, Engagement, midwest, midwest engagement

DEAR BRIDE, Top 3 Ways to Narrow Down Your Exclusive & Ideal Photographer.

Top three ways to narrow down your exclusive & ideal photographer.

CouplesRachel WakefieldJanuary 26, 2016Dear Bride

Kelsey + Nate | WATER + DRESS

Mexico. Water. Wedding Dress. LOVE.

CouplesRachel WakefieldJanuary 19, 2016Cancun, Trash the dress, Mexico, Wedding

Mackenzie + Josh | OLD MARKET WEDDING

My word this day was incredible. Mackenzie and Josh are playful and a delight to be around.

CouplesRachel WakefieldDecember 8, 2015Old Market, Omaha, City

Tara + Ryan | NEBRASKA ENGAGEMENT

Ryan and Tara. They are absolutely the most dynamite couple.

CouplesRachel WakefieldDecember 7, 2015engagement photography, nebraska, field, country

DEAR BRIDE, The One Thing You Should Know About Photography

Dear Bride, You are planning your wedding. The biggest day of your life. Every detail is seen, the expenses are paid and there are crucial decisions on who you hire to help you celebrate and pull everything together. Nothing about this day is cheap. From floral design, centerpieces, makeup, accessories, transportation, venue and the list goes on, you have poured your heart and soul (and cash) into it. This is the day you celebrate two becoming one. This is the beginning adventure of your life story as Mr. & Mrs.

CouplesRachel WakefieldNovember 11, 2015

Brenna + Michael | GARDEN COVENANT

To date this is by far one of my favorite weddings I've ever photographed. Brenna & Michael are the sweetest lovebirds. <3

CouplesRachel WakefieldNovember 3, 2015

Tom + Sydney // Summer Nebraska Engagement

These two are incredible. Sydney and Tom met in Med school and are both going to be doctors. Their love is so bright and beautiful. We ventured around Tom's family's property and had a great time while doing it. We went from the barn to the pond back up to shoot with the rolling hills in the distance. Nebraska was showing off on this warm evening.

CouplesRachel WakefieldOctober 29, 2015

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