The Bold Americana

The Bold Americana Portrait, engagement, and wedding photographer currently residing in the Midwest.

Anna and Phillip got married a month ago today at the Kansas City Country Club. What a dreamy day with great attention t...
06/02/2026

Anna and Phillip got married a month ago today at the Kansas City Country Club. What a dreamy day with great attention to detail with all the design and extra little details! Slide 2 is a highlight reel shot on super 8 with the help of my team! Love mixing formats when creating galleries, keeps things spicy and fun.

These branding photos I shot yesterday with  have me unwell in the best way. Hair by bb   Make up
05/21/2026

These branding photos I shot yesterday with have me unwell in the best way.
Hair by bb
Make up

I know having routines is so “duh” when it comes to mental health and quality of life, but truly creating routines for m...
05/19/2026

I know having routines is so “duh” when it comes to mental health and quality of life, but truly creating routines for me has completely changed my life. I do the same thing every morning, same small things everyday to keep me on track with my long term goals, and the same thing every night so I can prioritize sleep. It’s made me a better person, wife, mom, and hopefully this helps you prioritize creating routines in your life.

My last wedding of the summer! So stoked on how it turned out! BUT ALSO if anyone couples getting married this summer wa...
05/18/2026

My last wedding of the summer! So stoked on how it turned out! BUT ALSO if anyone couples getting married this summer wants to hire me as their second shooter, or their film shooter, lmk because im actually quite sad that my spring season is over.

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Film favorites from Anna & Phillips wedding.    co
05/13/2026

Film favorites from Anna & Phillips wedding.




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Ellie and Jamie… thank you for asking me to be apart of this. I’m so excited about how your day turned out. Adore you bo...
05/12/2026

Ellie and Jamie… thank you for asking me to be apart of this. I’m so excited about how your day turned out. Adore you both to the moon.

Also I couldn’t have shot this day without you!

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What we spent in April.Not to show off.Not to complain.Just to be honest.I think we’ve all gotten used to seeing curated...
05/05/2026

What we spent in April.

Not to show off.
Not to complain.
Just to be honest.

I think we’ve all gotten used to seeing curated lifestyles without any context… and it quietly distorts what “normal” actually looks like.

So this is ours.
As a working couple with one child, we’re actively working on spending less, consuming more intentionally, and building a life that feels aligned—not just impressive.

Some months we go over budget.
Some purchases are worth it.
Some aren’t.
But we look at all of it.

Why share this?
    •    It creates awareness (you can’t change what you don’t see)
    •    It removes shame around money conversations
    •    It helps normalize different financial priorities
    •    It forces accountability (we think twice before spending now)
    •    It shows that “low consumption” isn’t about deprivation—it’s about intention
    •    It gives a more realistic picture of what life actually costs
    •    It might help someone else feel less alone in their numbers

We don’t get it perfect. But we’re paying attention.
And honestly, that’s changed everything.

Next day previews for  and  !Planning: Floral: Photo: Video: Band:  KC FloCake: Gluten free cupcakes: Tent: Stationery: ...
05/03/2026

Next day previews for and !

Planning:


Floral:

Photo:

Video:

Band: KC Flo

Cake:

Gluten free cupcakes:

Tent:

Stationery:

Soft seating:

Hair:

Makeup:

Disco ball: .co

I’ve always been interested in sustainability, low consumption, and non toxic living.. but sadly felt that o dint have t...
04/30/2026

I’ve always been interested in sustainability, low consumption, and non toxic living.. but sadly felt that o dint have the time or the money for it till recently. Which is ironic because I really dove into this hobby while also on my saving money journey. I do love nice things, but I think there’s a way of having those things that also keeps money in the bank for more important things.

I’m going to put some items that I think are worth investing in on Amazon. Link will be in my stories later and I’ll make a highlight.

exactly why I love what I do.From getting ready at Motto by Hilton Bentonville Downtown to celebrating at The Ledger, ev...
04/28/2026

exactly why I love what I do.
From getting ready at Motto by Hilton Bentonville Downtown to celebrating at The Ledger, every part of the day felt intentional, vibrant, and completely them. Colorful florals, incredible food, and a real grassroots live band that kept the energy high all night long—it was the perfect mix of elevated and wildly fun.

Keely + Parker created a wedding that felt alive. The kind where guests are fully present, the hugs are tight, the speeches hit hard, and every little detail tells part of the story. My favorite weddings are the ones that feel less like a production and more like a true reflection of the people at the center of it—and this one was exactly that.

Documenting weddings like this as a destination wedding photographer is always such an honor. The energy, the people, the design, the movement—it all made for the dreamiest gallery.

Bentonville, you were so good to us.
If you’re planning a wedding at The Ledger, Motto by Hilton, or anywhere in Arkansas and want photography that feels elevated, honest, and full of life—I’d love to be there.

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