Telling the stories of your life through emotional, authentic, and timeless photography. Courtney is Iowa based Wedding and Lifestyle Photography serving clients worldwide.
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Courtney Rae has a true passion for connecting with people and celebrating what makes them unique. I’m thinking about you — your love, your laughter, your relationships, and the moments that matter most.
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capturing couples in love since 2019.
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darren + sarah
Working with Courtney was unreal — her vision and artistic eye was everything, and there was never a moment where she didn't have our complete trust. Our wedding day was magical, and she captured every detail and moment impeccably.
They are everything we dreamed of and more...
STeven + emily
We are so grateful for every photo captured by Courtney. They were kindhearted, personable, thoughtful, and so creative. Her unique blend of artistry and creativity is what set her apart from other photographers. We're so grateful.
We are so grateful for every photo captured...
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It is so important to me to have a connection with each and every one of my clients. My couples are unique in that they are fun-loving, adventurous, and full of life. And they know and understand that to get fun, joyful, and genuine photos of their love story, we need to have a connection, and a relationship. I always say I want to show up to your wedding day and feel like a friend or an extra bridesmaid, rather than a hired vendor. So that means - our very first step is connecting via a Zoom call so we can get to know each other!
On your wedding day, emotions run high, and countless authentic moments will unfold effortlessly. As your wedding photographer, I specialize in capturing the genuine essence of these raw, human connections. From the exhilarating anticipation to the heartfelt tears of joy, I'll document every moment that is a true reflection of you. My focus isn't just on creating stunning images — when you hire me as your wedding photographer, I'm all about curating an experience that celebrates the uniqueness of your love story.
I specialize in capturing the true emotions and authentic moments of your wedding day, creating an experience that highlights the uniqueness of your love story with artistic flair and editorial elegance.
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MY HOPE AND MY MISSION
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My business isn't about pictures, it's about people. It's not about weddings, it's about marriages. It's not about transactions, it's about relationships. And it's not about one day, it's about a lifetime.
IT’S A CELEBRATION, NOT A PHOTO SHOOT
Alongside your digital images — available to you via a custom online portal — my clients work alongside me to carefully select heirloom keepsakes to last generations to come. From albums to prints, our goal is for your images to be passed down, and last a lifetime.
DIGITAL AND HEIRLOOM GALLERIES
I believe in kind-hearted communication, openness with expression, and approachability with your vision and values. This means getting to know my clients on a personal level.
KIND-HEARTED AND APPROACHABLE
Your wedding day is custom tailored — so is my photography experience. I get to know you and your needs first. Then, based on what you share with us, we craft a unique and custom proposal for you to review.
CUSTOM TAILORED TO FIT YOUR NEEDS
You can trust me to know your vision, work seamlessly with your vendor team, and capture your day with elevated and emotive imagery. All you need to do is have the best time with the best people — I’ll do the rest.
When it comes to your wedding day, I want you to know this:
don't sweat the details
Kyle + Rachel
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Kayla and Hunter
Sue and Derick
Emma and Ryan
sioux Falls, south dakota
DES MOINES
glen oaks, des moines
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Thank you so much for your interest in having me be your photographer! Whether you're planning your dream wedding, next chapter, or a family session, I'm here to capture those cherished moments for you.
It is also important to me that we are a good fit for each other, so the next step will be to hop on the phone and get to know each other a little bit.
I cannot wait to hear more about you!
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