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Golden Ember Photography Hi in Sammi ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ
๐Ÿพ Pet & Lifestyle Photographer | Iowa
โœจ Golden hour. Real moments.
๐Ÿ“ Des Moines, IA

Some of the most meaningful photographs happen when you least expect them. ๐ŸคŽWhile Dustin and I were away celebrating our...
10/27/2026

Some of the most meaningful photographs happen when you least expect them. ๐ŸคŽ

While Dustin and I were away celebrating our anniversary, I crossed paths with a family enjoying their trip with their sweet pup.

I offered to take a few photos of them together, then emailed the images to them afterward. Just a little something to remember their trip.

Later, the woman emailed me back and told me something Iโ€™ll probably never forget.

She keeps a journal of their adventures, writing down the things they do and the moments that matter. And she told me that having their photos taken was one of the highlights of their trip.

That stayed with me.

Because sometimes, we donโ€™t realize how much a little moment means to someone else. Sometimes, a few photographs become part of a memory that a family will look back on for years.

Thatโ€™s what I love about photography. Itโ€™s not always about perfect poses or planned sessions. Itโ€™s about people, their stories, their connections, and the little moments that deserve to be remembered.

This is why I do what I do. ๐Ÿงก

Golden Ember Photography
Golden hour. Real moments.

Filling up spots! Make sure you secure yours for the holidays this year!
10/26/2026

Filling up spots! Make sure you secure yours for the holidays this year!

๐Ÿ‚ LAST CALL FOR FALL PHOTOS! ๐Ÿ‚Today is the last day for fall photos with Golden Ember Photography! ๐ŸคŽIf youโ€™ve been think...
10/24/2026

๐Ÿ‚ LAST CALL FOR FALL PHOTOS! ๐Ÿ‚

Today is the last day for fall photos with Golden Ember Photography! ๐ŸคŽ

If youโ€™ve been thinking about updating your family photos, capturing this season with your little ones, or getting some beautiful fall portraits, now is your chance! ๐Ÿ

Sessions are $150 with a $75 retainer to secure your spot.

Message me today if youโ€™d like to book! Iโ€™d love to capture some fall memories for you. ๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ“ธ

Times start at 4:30 at Yellow Banks Park tonight!

Update on times and dates ๐Ÿ˜Š๐ŸŽ„
10/20/2026

Update on times and dates ๐Ÿ˜Š๐ŸŽ„

๐ŸŽ„ HOLIDAY MINI SESSIONS! ๐ŸŽ„A little update! Iโ€™m looking at Sunday, November 22nd and 28th for these sessions instead! โค๏ธโœจ...
10/20/2026

๐ŸŽ„ HOLIDAY MINI SESSIONS! ๐ŸŽ„

A little update! Iโ€™m looking at Sunday, November 22nd and 28th for these sessions instead! โค๏ธ

โœจ $100 per session
๐Ÿ“ธ 5โ€“10 edited images delivered
โฐ 20-minute time slots

If youโ€™d like to snag a spot, send me a message! Iโ€™d love to capture some holiday magic for you and your family! ๐ŸŽ„๐ŸคŽ

Somehow as the evening went on, the sunset just got that much prettier! ๐Ÿ˜Athena was truly a star โญ๏ธ
10/15/2026

Somehow as the evening went on, the sunset just got that much prettier! ๐Ÿ˜

Athena was truly a star โญ๏ธ

This session was absolutely perfect. ๐Ÿฅน๐ŸคŽThe bond between Becca and Athena was truly magical. Athena took the entire sessi...
10/14/2026

This session was absolutely perfect. ๐Ÿฅน๐ŸคŽ

The bond between Becca and Athena was truly magical. Athena took the entire session in stride, and the treats were definitely a bonus! ๐Ÿพ

Iโ€™m so thankful Becca trusted me to capture these moments and create lasting memories together. We got beautiful images, genuine connection, and a little unexpected adventure along the wayโ€ฆ even if rock climbing wasnโ€™t technically in the session description. ๐Ÿ˜…๐Ÿ˜‚

These are the moments that make what I do so special.

Some connections just stick around long after the classroom does. ๐ŸคŽTen years ago, I had the privilege of being a student...
10/02/2026

Some connections just stick around long after the classroom does. ๐ŸคŽ

Ten years ago, I had the privilege of being a student of this beautiful familyโ€™s mama, and somehow all these years later, I get to photograph them. ๐Ÿฅน

Getting to see how much these girls have grown and getting to capture this season for their family was such a full-circle moment. ๐Ÿ‚

Thank you for trusting me with these memories. The Burns family, you were SO much fun. ๐ŸคŽ

I have a few spots still available for Fall Minis at Yellow Banks Park in Pleasant Hill!๐Ÿ“… October 9 โ€ข October 16 โ€ข Octob...
09/29/2026

I have a few spots still available for Fall Minis at Yellow Banks Park in Pleasant Hill!

๐Ÿ“… October 9 โ€ข October 16 โ€ข October 24
โฑ๏ธ 20-minute session
๐Ÿ“ธ 10 edited digital images
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Families, couples & kids welcome
๐Ÿพ Pets are welcome!
๐Ÿ’ฐ $150

Come soak up the crisp air, golden light, and all those fall colors before Iowa decides itโ€™s winter again. ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ

Want a spot? Comment โ€œFALLโ€ or send me a message and Iโ€™ll get you booked! ๐ŸคŽ

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Des Moines, IA

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 6pm

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