Should we both get ready at Emerald Hills?

FAQ

Yes! They have a beautiful bridal suite and a really good grooms lounge right there in the venue!  Perfect for getting ready right on location!

A FEW OF OUR MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SHOOTING WEDDINGS AT Emerald Hills.

Where do you recommend taking our family portraits?

We can take family portraits inside, our outdoors near a ceremony set up or next to the white barn.  The possibilities are endless on this one! 

What time should we schedule our ceremony to begin?

Most people choose to have an evening ceremony. The time will be depend on the season of the year, but anywhere from 4-6pm is most common.

Can we decorate?

Like most amazing venues, you don't need tons of decor! I would say if you stick to table scape decorations, and maybe florals for your arbor or ceremony site then you will be good to go! 

How long should we plan to take bride & groom portraits?

I personally plan for 45 min to an hour of portrait time with my couples! And we sometimes even sneak away near Sunset for a few photos as well! Emerald hills has no shortage of places for photos and its all right within walking distance from the venue!  

Should we do a first look?

For photography reasons, I usually love a first look!!! But you can read this blog post to see if its the right fit for you here! https://kirstieveatch.com/the-first-look-is-it-right-for-you-iowa-wedding-photographer/