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There’s something incredibly special about capturing the beauty and excitement of pregnancy! For Elodia and Luis, their maternity session at Loose Park was nothing short of magical. This session not only celebrated the upcoming arrival of their little one but also highlighted the timeless charm of Loose Park.
Elodia and Luis opted for a neutral color palette that worked beautifully against Loose Park’s vibrant scenery. Elodia wore a light grey knit dress that accentuated her baby bump in the most adorable way. Luis complemented her look with a tan knit sweater and black jeans, creating a cohesive and timeless feel. Neutral tones like these allow the park’s natural beauty to take center stage, making the colors and textures of the rose garden and surrounding greenery even more striking in the photographs.
Speaking of the rose garden, it surely provided a romantic and elegant backdrop for many of their images. The vibrant blooms, paired with the intricate stonework of the columns, stairs, and walkways, added depth and texture to the photographs. Each detail of the garden’s design tells a story of timeless beauty, creating the perfect setting for such a meaningful session. Beyond the garden, Loose Park’s vast open fields offered a serene and natural atmosphere. The wide-open space allowed us to capture breathtaking images of Elodia and Luis, highlighting their love and excitement as they prepare to welcome their baby.
Pregnancy is a uniquely exciting and transformative time in life. It’s a season filled with anticipation, love, and a touch of magic. Capturing these fleeting moments is not only a joy for photographers but also an incredible gift for expecting parents. Maternity photographs freeze this special phase in time, giving families cherished memories to look back on for years to come.
Loose Park offered everything we needed to make this session unforgettable. From the vibrant rose garden to the expansive fields, every element of the park provided stunning backdrops. Together with Elodia and Luis’s natural chemistry and thoughtful wardrobe choices, it created photographs they’ll treasure forever.
Maternity sessions like this one remind us how magical life’s transitions can be. It’s an honor to capture these moments, preserving the love and excitement that make them so special.
The plan originally started with a big wedding in downtown Kansas City on the most popular wedding date of the year; October 10, 2020 (10/10/2020). As the coronavirus quickly made its way around the world Dakota and Jake decided to change plans; they went from a large wedding to an intimate elopement in their neighborhood.
The uncertainty of the pandemic definitely made for an interesting challenge when it came to trying to make wedding plans. On top of that Dakota and Jake found out they were pregnant with a beautiful baby girl due close to the end of the year.
They thought about keep all of their original plans of a big wedding the same but moving the date up earlier in the summer, but because COVID effected rates were starting to skyrocket they thought it would best to keep their original date but downsize their wedding as much as they could.
Dakota, Jake, and their boys moved into a new house in the most beautiful neighborhood surrounding a gorgeous lake. They knew outside by the water would be the perfect spot for their intimate fall elopement.
They downsized their wedding by cutting their guest list, only hiring the necessary vendors (me their wedding photographer, a videographer, and catering from Jack Stack BBQ). Everything else they did completely on their own. Their families helped with decor, ceremony seating, a beautiful cross as their backdrop, Dakota even made her own bouquet with flowers from Trader Joes.
They invited only their dearest friends and family to witness their sunset ceremony right by the water. Dakota and Jake promised to love each other, their boys, and their, soon to arrive, baby girl for all the years to come as the sun cast a golden light across the lake.
There wasn’t a dry eye in the crowd as they read their vows to each other. The joy was contagious as they shared stories of their favorite memories and joked with one another.
Their day was everything they hoped for; full of love, great weather, and an abundance of happiness. Dakota and Jack loved their decision of switching from a large wedding to an intimate elopement. It gave them the chance to focus on what was most important to them, their family.
Check out Dakota + Jake’s engagement photos with the Kansas City Skyline here.
Other tips on how to downsize you wedding here.
