Iowa Wedding Photographer

If anyone filled out our contact form and did not get a response back from us we greatly apologize. We do want to talk to you, really!

We were just informed that the contact section of the website has not been forwarding the information to us. As far as we know it has only been “out of order ” for a few days but it is now working properly. If you fill out the information and do not receive a response with in 1 business day please contact us directly at info@brianhallphotographers.com.

-Brian

P.S. Thanks Megan for following up with us and letting me know about the problem!!!

New Brian Hall Photographers Logo.

After much debate, many revisions, and the help of Kidd Graphic Design, we have finally picked our new logo. We are very excited about the new look and the story that goes with it.   Andrew at Kidd Graphic Design had come up with this design concept based on our style of photography and what our work says to him.  If you want the whole story… well, you’ll have to call us and ask!

Our studio signs, packaging, business cards, info packs,  window displays and now finally the website are all updated with the new look.  Please check back again shortly,  we have some other very exciting news that we are anxiously waiting to share once the details are worked out.

-Brian

Emilly and Josh were so easy going and up for whatever happened, I couldn’t of asked for an easier session.  Here are a few of my favorite images from their engagement session in Cedar Rapids.  I am looking forward to shooting their wedding!

Even though Ashley and Brent live out of state, I feel like I have been hanging out with them my whole life. I spent the evening before the wedding with them and their family at their rehearsal party, and with in the first hour of speaking with their family and friends I knew the next day was going to be fantastic.

To me this wedding was extraordinary. Ashley and Brent did not see each other before the ceremony and I have never seen a bride and groom so nervous, it was great!  After I left Ashley’s hair appointment I headed to the church to find the guys while Sara spent most of the time witnessing the laughter in the girls dressing room and capturing Ashley’s preparations.  The group of friends that this couple has surrounding them speaks alot about their character and how they treat other people. There is one moment that I will never forget.  During all of the chaos two young boys entered the room where the rest of the groomsmen where getting ready.  I could tell that Brent had a ton on his mind and that he was very nervous, but as soon as the young boys entered the room he stopped everything and gave them the warmest greeting along with a special present for each of them to open.  From the young boys perspective, being 9 to 12 years in age and entering a room full of grown men who you have never met, I think you would feel a little out of place. It was very touching to see Brent go out of his way to make them feel like they were as big a part of the day as everyone else. When they opened there gift Brent stood anxiously awaiting to see there reaction. I could only imagine what he is like on Christmas morning! The gift was a small Swiss army knife, one for each of the boys. I don’t know who was more excited, the boys or Brent. Life is made up of these small moments that make us who we are and I feel so lucky to be witness to such love and kindness.

There is so much more to write about I don’t even know where to begin so I will leave it like this…

What we do is so much larger then just show up to photograph a wedding. Your day was a fresh dose of real life without expectations and for me,  it was a privilege to be part of.

Thank you

Brian

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Wow, what a full day! Danny and Elana’s wedding day was so much fun for us.  It was awesome to capture the full day from makeup appointments all the way through the dance and witness the emotions of the bride change through out the day.  A beautiful ceremony downtown Iowa City was followed by an elegant but rocking reception at Kinnick Stadium.  Their family is simply amazing, what a party, Danny’s family knows how to get down!

What a fun night, Sara and I both had a wonderful time sharing your day. Thank you for letting us be a part of it!

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It’s still early in the wedding season but that doesn’t mean things can’t get interesting.

After the rain had stopped and the wedding party dried off the seats the stage was set for a lovely ceremony at the Shakespeare stage in Iowa city.  On of my favorite things about this wedding was that it didn’t get to caught up in the “wedding” and was completely focused on the real reason for having a wedding, the marriage and sharing it with family and friends. Kandace and Andy even walked a few miles from the ceremony to the reception along side of their guests so the could visit and share the day with the people who mean most to them. I also enjoyed sharing this for my own selfish reasons, Andy brews his  beer!  Andy had brewed a few special beers to share with all of the guests (including their photographers It was the prefect addition to a completely unique wedding.

Later in the evening to contrast the rain from earlier in the day, across the street from the reception site was a structure fire which became quite the spectacle. This is something that I can say I have never seen at a wedding and I’m sure no one will forget.

Thank you for having us along for the ride!

-Brian

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Wedding season is now in full swing, literally. What a beautiful day for a wedding, the weather was perfect for a quick visit to the park. Below is an image that Sara had taken of Ron and Kim goofing around on the swings. This has to be one of my favorite pictures so far this year. Believe it or not, none of this was staged for a photo, Just two big kids having fun!

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What can I say…. Brenda and Travis were meant to be. This is a true love story that was years in the making. Meeting each other over a decade ago during a weekend cruising session and then finding each other several years later on in life, Brenda and Travis have an awesome story of how the meet and how they got to be where the are now. I am looking forward to sharing their wedding day and I feel privileged to be part of such an event that in my opinion, was a truly match made in heaven.

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Cari and Matt traveled all the way from Colorado to meet me in Des Monies, IA at the Beautiful Salisbury House for a slightly damp engagement session.  I had a great time getting to know the both of them, discussing their wedding plans and of course playing in the rain for a few hours. Here are a few images from the session. Enjoy

-Brian

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What a beautiful spring wedding! Over the course of the last few months I have gotten to know Jason and Heather and they are truly match made in heaven. I feel very fortunate that they chose me to capture their wedding day, a true love story!

Heather and Jason have an amazing family and group of friends that helped make their day unforgettable! My job seems all too easy when the wedding is full of smiling faces and rooms full of laughter and joy. Boy do I love my job! Thanks again for letting us be a part of your wedding.

Below is a slide show of images that highlight the events from the day, I hope you enjoy!

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