The Journal
Session stories, style tips and favorite photo spots around the Cedar Valley.
Families
Sugar Skull Halloween Costume Portraits in Cedar Falls
Three girls, hand-painted sugar skull makeup and a moody studio backdrop. See this Halloween costume portrait session from Katie McBride Photography.
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Seniors
Best Places for Senior Pictures in Cedar Falls and Waterloo
My favorite spots for senior pictures in Cedar Falls and Waterloo, from golden fields to brick downtown streets, plus tips for picking the right one.
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Families
What to Wear for Fall Family Photos in Iowa
Color palettes, fabrics and outfit tips for fall family photos in Iowa, from a Waterloo family photographer. Coordinate without matching and stay warm.
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Seniors
When Should Seniors Schedule Their Pictures?
The best time to schedule senior pictures in Iowa, by season, plus how far ahead to book and how to plan around yearbook and graduation deadlines.
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Seniors
How Much Do Senior Pictures Cost? What Is Included in My Sessions
What senior pictures cost in Waterloo and Cedar Falls, what is included in each session and how booking works. Senior sessions start at $450.
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Milestones
Cake Smash Tips for Parents
Cake smash tips from a Waterloo photographer: when to schedule, what cake to choose, what to wear and how to plan a happy, messy first birthday session.
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