In the middle of wedding planning as I was feeling frustrated and stuck, Joanna came to my rescue, helping me organize my bajillion little tasks into something I could handle. After seeing how much she helped me break down wedding planning into manageable steps, I asked her and David to be our coordinators for the day of the wedding.

It changed our life. Honestly our wedding couldn’t have been everything it was without the two of them working like busy bees behind the scenes. I didn’t get to watch all the little things they had a hand in but I saw the results of their hard work and I’m forever grateful to them for taking our vision and bringing our day to life so beautifully.

Aaron and I got to know David & Joanna more closely at their wedding and have since had the honor and privilege to know them as friends. We were so excited when they shared they’re expecting their first baby.

As we prepared for their maternity session, Joanna shared with me the struggle of adapting and embracing a rapidly changing body as a new mother. As I read her words, it finally sunk in. This was more than just taking pretty pictures. It was about embracing and celebrating the beauty of motherhood in all its sacrifice, rawness, and reward.

Joanna, you are such a beautiful soul. The way you’ve leaned into motherhood and know its value deeply even in the struggle spoke to me so much. David, I see the way you love her, and I know the two of you’ll love your little girl the same way you love each other.

Indiana Maternity Session - Karen Elise Photography

Indiana Maternity Session - Karen Elise Photography

Indiana Maternity Session - Karen Elise Photography

Indiana Maternity Session - Karen Elise Photography

Indiana Maternity Session - Karen Elise Photography

Indiana Maternity Session - Karen Elise Photography

Indiana Maternity Session - Karen Elise Photography

Indiana Maternity Session - Karen Elise Photography

Indiana Maternity Session - Karen Elise Photography

Indiana Maternity Session - Karen Elise Photography

Indiana Maternity Session - Karen Elise Photography

Hair and Makeup: Doris Slabach

Indiana Maternity Session - Karen Elise Photography

Indiana Maternity Session

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