Katie McDonald Photography

When you're editing a wedding and come across an unexpected crossover event!!!!! I can't stop laughing!!!! Wonder if they got a nice parking spot?

Venue: World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
Planner: Out of Box Productions
Floral: Artisan Floral Events
Catering: Tangerine Food Co
Videography: Sweet Story Photography
Stationary: TandemHart
Hair and Make Up: I Do Pretty
Bridal Attire: Bridal Connection
Groom's Party Attire: Skeffington's
DJ: STE Event Group
Dance Floor: Rhum Productions
Live Painter: Kaylee Maasdam

BRB…gotta find my old dance photos now! I’m guessing they were a little different than the session I did for today! These girls KILLED IT! I was so impressed with their talent and poise!! Can’t wait to share more!!!

and Happy Wedding Day Jade and PJ!!!!! Today is going to be a first for me and I couldn't be more pumped!!! ::insert Wookie sounds here::

Happy Day to all those who celebrate!!! What better day to share my Taylor Swift Bachelorette Party shoot?!?!?!?!

Huge shout out to all the models who were amazing!!! Y'all killed this!!!

Big thanks to Story Photography who helped bring this vision to life by spending months thrifting, researching, Swifty easter egg hunting, bedazzling, finding the right colored candy and quoting Miss Taylor Alison Swift with me!!!!!

Photo/Content Creation: katiemcdonaldphotography.com
Video/Photo: sweetstoryphoto.com
Hair and Make Up: I Do Pretty
Live Painter: suzlivepaints.com
Custom Playlist: jm3djs.com
Venue: theevermoredsm.com
Backdrop/Florals/hella disco balls: eraeventdesign.com
Balloon Decor: squeakballoondecor.com
Signature Drinks: apresbarco.com
Custom Shirts: www.facebook.com/2217CreativeCollection

I’m looking for two groomsmen, a bridesmaid and a bride’s man for a wedding styled shoot on April 17th. Hair and makeup will be early in the day and shooting will be late afternoon into the evening. Message me if you’re interested in participating!!! Thanks!!!

A mutual posted this on Facebook this morning and it made me so sad. I don’t want my clients to ever feel like they’re “just a mom”!!!!! You’re important, you’re beautiful, and I see you! I have a bad ass hair and makeup team on speed dial (and a bottle of champagne in the studio fridge)…..let’s collab to help you get your sparkle back!!!

🎶today was a fairytale🎶 📸🫶📸🫶📸

Happy to me from !!!!! I absolutely love the support and camaraderie of the community!!!!! Cheers!!!!!

I'm looking for models for two styled shoots coming up: March 11th and April 17th
Details are in the comments!

What an amazing group we had for this styled shoot today at the !!!!!

Part two of the day in the life of a Des Moines Wedding Photographer!!! Huge shoutout to Twice On Sunday for being the most kick ass band ever despite the heat! 12/10!!!

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A day in the life of a ! Bella Flora and Glen Oaks made this super hot wedding day an absolute delight!

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Photographing the Iowa Caucus Media Filing tonight!!!

I’d like to introduce everyone to my bestie Pedro! He was the most fun bartender I’ve ever photographed!!!!!!

Meet Pedro | Apres Bar Co Meet Pedro the Beverage B***o, your charming and reliable companion for events and gatherings! Pedro adds a delightful touch to your festivities by carrying and serving refreshing beverages with a touch of whimsy. Whether it's a party, wedding, or corporate event, Pedro brings a unique and memorable...

How GORGEOUS is the floral arrangement Bella Flora Event Design provided for my booth at the Des Moines Wedding Show yesterday?!?! The show was amazing! I got to meet so many great couples and I’m looking forward to meeting with you all to chat about how we can make your special day absolutely perfect!

https://katiemcdonaldphotography.com/bridal-show-information/

Come see me today!!!!!!!! 11-3 at the Des Moines Wedding Show!!!!!!

Hey remember that time I went to the Hard Rock in Mexico and shot the most fun wedding ever?

Last session in the studio until NEXT YEAR!!!!!! And it’s with some of my favorite clients!!! Cheers to a great 2023!!!! 📸😍

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Holiday party 2/3!!!!! Did you know that you can host a group wreath making class?! This was so fun!!! Apres Bar Co. made sure things were extra festive and jolly!!!!

Holiday party #1 of 3 this week! 🎄🎅🏻🎁

A waffle cake, a bad ass leather bridal jacket and Pedro the Beverage B***ow. This shoot is what dreams are made of!

It’s Christmas mini session day!!!!!!

Not a terrible place for the last wedding of the year!!!

We interrupt this social media silence to let y’all know that I’m at the Des Moines Wedding Show today from 10:30-3:30!!! Come chat!!!