Des Moines Senior Photographer
FEATURED GALLERIES
Senior stories that showcase their unique style & personality
THE SENIOR EXPERIENCE
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The transition from high school to young adulthood only happens once.
It flies by so quickly and you don’t want to miss it!
High school can be overwhelming and your family is no doubt busy with extra curricular activities. It’s hard to know where to start with getting those senior pictures done.
Document these fleeting moments with timeless photos that you and your family will enjoy for years to come.
You will enjoy your senior’s beautiful portraits on your walls in no time.
With a custom senior portrait experience, your son or daughter will feel confident and valued. I help them with what to wear, how to pose, and even make changing easy with a pop up tent and some cool towels for those hot summer days.
THE PROCESS
1. Get in Touch.
Reach out on my contact page and we’ll hop on a quick call so we can get to know each other a bit better and book your session.
2. Plan Your session.
We will go over everything to make sure your photos turn out exactly as you envisioned. That includes location recommendations, outfit choices, posing and more.
3. Relax and Smile!
On the day of your session, I’ll be there guiding you every step of the way so you never feel uncomfortable or rushed.
4. Choose your favorites.
You will see all your photos in a slideshow set to music, and I will help you choose the best images for your prints, canvases, or album. You can even see how your photos will look on your wall with my digital wall design gallery.
5. Receive Your Order.
All orders are personally hand-delivered, usually between 2-3 weeks after the order is submitted to the lab.
Pricing details
Collections starting at $1250
A $295 Creative Fee is due at the time of booking your session, which includes the time for the session, your Pre-Session Style & Concept Consultation, proof preparation and a fun Reveal Night/Ordering Appointment!
*Digital images and printed products are NOT included in the Creative Fee and will be available for purchase at your Ordering Appointment.
I offer a wide variety of custom art pieces including handcrafted heirloom albums, framed prints, and beautiful gallery wrapped canvases that will last a lifetime.
Kind words
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![Senior girl wearing white sweater with arms crossed by colorful tree with red berries.]()
Wendy took care of us in every way. She treated my daughter as though she were taking pictures of her own daughter. I couldn’t help but notice how much she cares. Wendy was more accommodating than what I though humanly possible and even on a day that may not have been ideal (weather-wise), you’d never know it by the amazing pictures. As caring, gentle, and thoughtful as Wendy is, her photography may be even more extraordinary. We utilized every location you could imagine and then some. She has all the secret spots with unique backdrops that you don’t see everywhere. We ended up with so many beautiful pictures that it was nearly impossible to choose ‘the one’, but there was one that was so stunning I know we will be happy to have it on our walls for years. I can truly say after working with Wendy I am looking forward to another occasion to have Wendy as our photographer, WENDY IS AMAZING.
Chris M., Urbandale, Iowa
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![Senior guy sitting on stairs next to a brick wall in central Iowa.]()
“Wendy is amazing and makes the whole process easy. I always find it overwhelming to select pictures for print or to put in an album. She has done both of our sons’ senior pictures. She meets with you to help you narrow down your selections and I know I can trust her from there to arrange the album perfectly to tell our story. I highly recommend Wendy - you will not be disappointed!”
Kristyn A., Council Bluffs, Iowa
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![Senior girl in purple shirt sitting on wooden bridge in central Iowa.]()
“I started this process not knowing where to start or how to proceed for a senior photo session. Wendy kept us on track and informed for the whole process. My daughter doesn't like having her picture taken and was not an easy, typical senior session. Wendy went above and beyond to make sure my daughter was comfortable and having fun. I was blown away with Wendy and her commitment to my daughter and her photos! She should be your first stop for any photos!”
Robin J., Ankeny, Iowa
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![Senior boy in red Urbandale J-Hawk Power shirt crouching for senior pictures.]()
Wendy did such a great job with my son’s senior pictures! Let’s just say, having his picture taken is NOT his favorite thing, but Wendy kept it fun, casual, and encouraging. We came away with lots of great options that really complimented my son. She even does yard signs and will personally deliver and place them in the yard for you! Wendy gives a product of excellent quality, and she communicates every step of the way so that you really get what you want out of the session. We look forward to working with her again for my daughter’s senior pictures!
Emily H., Urbandale, Iowa
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![Senior girl skipping in a central Iowa park.]()
"We selected Wendy for our daughter’s senior portraits and were completely satisfied. The pre-meeting really answered all of our questions and put us at ease. Her communication and level of detail put into her work is amazing. The entire experience from start to finish was well planned. She's patient and provides many options so we could decide what would work best. There were so many beautiful portraits to choose from! "
Brooke A., Waukee, Iowa
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![Senior guy wearing gray suit with blue and pink striped tie with hands in pockets.]()
My son is an introvert and was not keen on having senior pictures. Wendy was PERFECT for him as she met with him and gave him a chance to share his vision. This made him comfortable and the execution of this vision with Wendy’s care and professionalism led to beautiful keepsakes that will last a lifetime. I love the products that will last and are easy to display and enjoy.
Rilee N., Urbandale, Iowa
Heirloom Artwork
Someday soon your baby will be graduating and moving on.
Off to college. The workforce. The military. Getting their first apartment.
A beautiful portrait on the wall will help it seem like they’re just a little bit closer.
From stunning gallery wrapped canvases to heirloom albums that you can flip through on those days when you miss them the most, let’s decorate your home with artwork that celebrates your senior and all they’ve achieved.
I can’t wait to hear from you!
Senior pictures are too important to leave to just anyone with a camera. Let's work together to create a portrait session to remember.
As a ballpark estimate, most clients spend between $1800 and $4000+ on custom art products and digital images.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon!
~Wendy
