Des Moines, Iowa

Family, Senior, Newborn & Motherhood photographer serving the Midwest & Beyond

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A multi-generational family poses together under a weeping willow tree on a sunny autumn day.
A person in a dark suit descends white marble steps of a grand classical building.
A person in a white dress stands playfully in a shallow creek surrounded by trees during golden hour.
A couple embraces romantically in the backseat of a vintage car with dark leather upholstery.
Person in red sweater and jeans smiles while sitting in a cozy coffee shop interior with warm lighting.
A young football player stands on a field wearing a jersey number 50 and holding a helmet at sunset.
Two people share a tender embrace while sitting together in a grassy field on a sunny autumn day.
A classic red Mustang convertible parked on a gravel road during sunset with autumn trees in the background.
Couple embraces in a romantic moment while sitting in an autumn field at sunset.
A group of people walking through a rustic outdoor setting at sunset in casual attire.
A series of intimate newborn photography shots showing a baby swaddled in mauve fabric against warm brown tones.
A woman in a floral studio holds a red-haired boy on a ladder, surrounded by colorful flower arrangements.
A couple holds hands walking through a lush green field at golden hour near a bare tree.
Happy family of four posing under a weeping willow tree, with child on dad's shoulders outdoors.
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Romantic couple embracing in casual attire against white background.
Couple sharing tender moment with newborn baby in nursery.
A person in a floral dress stands by a lake during golden hour, cradling their pregnant belly in a serene outdoor setting.
A young child in a pink dress twirls in an autumn field while adults sit and watch on the grass.
A romantic couple embraces in a field during golden hour sunset with warm autumn colors in the background.
A tender moment captured in a wildflower meadow at sunset, with a rust-colored dress flowing in the breeze.
Three people walking together outdoors under willow trees on a sunny day in casual summer attire.
Candid moment of parents and young child laughing together in a field of yellow wildflowers at sunset.
Engagement session at water works park in front of the constellation lights
Engagement session on the cliff at The Ledges

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Meet the Storyteller

Hey there!

I'm so glad you're here!
My name is Chelle and I am the storyteller behind the lens of Serenity & Bliss Photography. I'm full of dad jokes, sarcasm and fun prompts to help you feel at ease and having fun!

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"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in it's various forms."

1 Peter 4:10
family of 3 at the flower farm in Madrid at Jester Hills Farm
Reviews

The Whitaker's

We loved working with Rachelle! Our daughter is so shy but warmed up quickly to her and was talking about her after. She kept the session moving and made it so easy for our family to get updated photos. Thank you Serenity & Bliss!