Hi, I’m Darcy…
A LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHER BASED IN CEDAR RAPIDS, IA ON A MISSION TO PRESERVE YOUR FAMILY’S STORY
a little about me
A lifestyle photographer for over 20 years, my true passion has always been rooted in organic imagery and design. My love for negative space, thoughtful composition and simplicity can be felt throughout nearly everything I do, whether in my home or throughout my work.
I tend not to be too fussy with posing or making things perfect. I whole heartedly believe in capturing real, authentic moments that make you feel something and am on a mission to encourage you to get your photos off of your screen and into your home. I love including short form video in my sessions and will occasionally bring along a film camera or two.
In my free time you can find me getting my hands in the dirt at my seasonal cut flower farm, Silver Fox Lane Flowers. I’d love to invite you to join me there for your next photo session.
INSPIRED BY
REAL,
EVERYDAY
MOMENTS.
My photography is about honoring the real moments: the laughter that comes out of nowhere, the quiet in-betweens, the chaos that somehow feels like home. It’s about capturing life as it truly is — the tender, the messy, and everything in between — so when you look back, you’ll remember not just how it looked, but how it felt.
Our time together isn’t about the perfect pose or smiling into the camera (although I will grab one or two of those too) — it’s about creating space for you to simply be. I’ll gently guide you when needed, but mostly, I become an observer — watching for the quiet gestures that come naturally, and the moments that unfold when you forget the camera is there. I chase the light that flatters and look for the connections that make your story uniquely yours. Together, we’ll create something that feels effortless, honest, and full of life.
At the end of the day it’s all about creating a lasting legacy for your kids to treasure!
MY STYLE
My editing style is built upon a desire to create a cohesive and timeless look. Every color and tone working together to ensure your gallery tells a consistent, beautiful story that feels as genuine years from now as it does today.
let’s try something new!
SCAN FROM 600SE POLAROID
I’M ALWAYS LOOKING FOR WAYS TO ADD SPECIAL AND UNIQUE OFFERINGS TO OUR SESSIONS LIKE ADDING IN A BIT OF NOSTALGIA BY SHOOTING ON MY 600SE POLAROID OR MIXING IN SOME 35MM FILM.
STARTING IN 2026, I WILL BE OFFERING THE OPTION TO ADD SHORT FORM VIDEO TO YOUR SESSION. THIS IS A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO DOCUMENT THOSE MILESTONE MOMENTS IN EVERY FAMILY’S LIFE THAT JUST CAN’T BE CAPTURED BY PHOTOS ALONE.
HEAD OVER TO INSTAGRAM TO GET A LITTLE GLIMPSE OF WHAT THIS LOOKS LIKE AND THEN LET ME KNOW IF IT’S SOMETHING YOU’D LIKE TO ADD TO OUR SESSION.