Wedding photography built on experience, trust, and connection

Someone you feel comfortable with, confident in, and genuinely want by your side all day

With over 200 weddings of experience, I know how to read a room, keep things moving, and handle whatever the day brings — without it ever feeling that way.

Meet Your Wedding Photographer

Known for creating a calm, natural experience and being someone couples trust completely on one of the most important days of their lives.

Beth is a Des Moines, Iowa wedding photographer with over a decade of experience capturing weddings across Central Iowa and the Midwest. Known for her emotional, editorial style, she works with top planners and venues to create images that feel effortless, elevated, and deeply personal.

Your photographer is with you more than almost anyone else that day.

It matters who that person is.

I know when to step in, when to give space, and how to keep things moving without making it feel that way — for you and everyone around you.

“On our wedding day, Beth truly put my mind at ease, kept everything running smoothly, and captured every moment beautifully.”

Molly - 2025

“I have worked alongside Beth on many occasions at many weddings, and she is such a calm presence amidst the chaos of a wedding day. She is confident and kind, and has an incredible eye for stunning images. As a wedding vendor, I love working with her because she is so easy to get along with and works well as a team with others. I highly recommend her!”

Leah - Videographer



“If you’re looking for someone who is professional, talented, and genuinely cares about capturing your special moments, Beth is the one. We will cherish these photos forever!”

Molly-  2025 Bride

The name, Story and True Photography, reflects Beth’s distinct style.

Beth blends a creative, story driven editorial approach with a candid, documentary style to authentically capture the true emotions and moments of your day. Your album will tell a compelling visual story of your love.

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Investment

Wedding packages start at $4200.

Average investment is between $5500-$6500.

Elopements, destination weddings and intimate weddings are custom quoted.

Kind Words

Beth photographed our wedding and went above and beyond in every single way. We are so so thankful we got the opportunity to work with her.

She was on top of everything and most important had a very calm demeanor throughout the day which I so appreciated when things got chaotic! I cannot recommend Beth enough!

Maddie - 2024 Bride

ALBUMS

Albums are a personal passion for Beth, therefore heirloom wedding albums are included in several wedding day packages.

The magical moments of your wedding day deserve to be remembered forever. Story and True ensures your emotions and memories are experienced for generations.

A favorite memory of Beth’s was looking through her grandparents wedding album as a little girl. Her Great Uncle was a photographer and took the pictures for their special day. This album has become a family heirloom and one of her most prized possessions.

Black and white photo of a bride and groom at a wedding reception, surrounded by guests wearing formal attire and hats, inside a building.
Vintage black and white photo of a woman and man next to a car, with the woman holding the car door open and the man wearing a trench coat.