Wouldn’t it be awesome to have a large piece of artwork from your special day to hang in your room or over a fireplace? Sure you’ve got the photography, but why not have something unique and one-of-a-kind? That’s what Shalayne Mowry offers – live wedding painting with a gift to last a lifetime! Join me […]

With all of the beautiful locations of South Dakota have you ever considered eloping in the Black Hills? The Black Hills of South Dakota has some of the most beautiful backdrops and views on earth! The best part is that means there is no shortage of options of locations to elope from. All in all, […]

I can’t believe that my son is now one. It seems like just yesterday I was finalizing his nursery and just this weekend we celebrated with a camping cake smash! I was hoping to take the family camping, but with good ole South Dakota weather, you never know if it is going to be warm […]

This beautiful Muley Hill Lodge rustic wedding in Deadwood, South Dakota was an honor to be a part of! The whole wedding day was beautiful and there were so many special and intimate moments that brought out the emotions. I loved that we were able to celebrate their love with a perfect mix of a […]

The symbolism of unity ceremonies varies in each tradition, but they all have one common concept: the unity of two people in marriage. While many unity ceremonies have religious tradition or symbolism, there are quite a few unique secular unity ceremonies as well. I gathered as many ideas as I could fine so you can […]

Are you a newly engaged couple looking for their perfect venue? Love wine? Reside in South Dakota? Are wanting to get married in a unique location? Look no further! Because, I have the perfect plan and location for you! Plan a winery wedding for all your friends and family to celebrate your love at the […]

It is so important when searching, to make a list of questions to ask a photographer or videographer before booking them for your wedding. Getting married or sharing in an elopement experience, (usually) only happens once, so you want to make sure that you are working with the professionals you feel confident and comfortable with. […]