Planning a proposal (especially if it's a big surprise) is an exciting, often nerve-racking event that takes a lot of time and thought. Picking the time and place, arranging friends and family, choosing to purchase a ring or not- there's a lot of moving parts.

As a wedding photographer in St. Louis, Missouri, I've seen beautiful events during every season, from springtime blossoms to to frosted autumn landscapes. One such event that captivated me with its natural beauty was this gorgeous, bohemian style wedding.

A budding new trend of documentary style photography is making its way to the photo albums of many newlyweds. This documentary style takes the normal "to-do" list a photographer has and turns it into what looks like the stills of a movie scene. Instead of a posed, stagnant portrait, couples are opting for dynamic movement to make each photo look like it was plucked from the silver screen.