Hair: Salon Spa W
Makeup: Ivy Boyd
Florals: Wild Flower DSM
Coordinating: Uniqu Co. Events
Transport: Royal Rides
DJ: Marquee Events

Vendors

Documentary
Non-traditional
Romantic
Nostolgic
Garden Party

WEDDING DAY INSPIRATION

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Morgan and Chris' Des Moines Art Center wedding day was breathtaking, non-traditional, and an all around epic party. Perfectly fitting for two amazing humans. Their day was everything and more. Starting at the iconic Hotel Fort Des Moines to get ready, followed by their ceremony in the rose garden, every detail of this day was absolute perfection. If you're considering getting married at the Des Moines Art Center, or just wanting inspiration for your Des Moines Iowa wedding, take a peak through Morgan and Chris' unique wedding day. 

Des Moines Art Center Wedding | Morgan & Chris

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Morgan and Chris's Des Moines Art Center wedding day was nothing short of bright, colorful, and fun. From the beautiful rose garden to the convenient location, everything about their wedding venue in Des Moines was perfect. When it comes to details of Morgan and Chris' day, they were STUNNING. The color pallette they chose was so colorful - which, if you meet Morgan, makes perfect sense. She is joy and fun and all things color - so of course, her wedding had to be, too! The colors went perfectly with the Art Center's rose garden, which was in full bloom in the middle of Des Moines summer. Every single detail of this Des Moines wedding day was perfect. 

About Morgan & Chris' Des Moines Art Center Wedding Day

Thinking of Getting Married at the Des Moines Art Center? Here's all you need to know before booking the venue for your Iowa wedding day! From lodging nearby to booking logistics, my goal is to ensure you have all the information for your Des Moines Art Center wedding day.

Thinking of Getting Married at the Des Moines Art Center?

How much does it cost to book the Des Moines Art Center for a wedding?

 From my research, it costs $5,000 to rent the Lobby & Courtyard for your wedding day. Renting the rose garden may be an additional cost. Compared to other venues in Des Moines, this cost is fairly inexpensive. 

Is there lodging nearby?

Is there lodging near the Des Moines Art Center? Absolutely! Because the Des Moines Art Center is located near the heart of Des Moines, there are countless options for lodging for both the wedding party and wedding guests. Some of my favorite places to stay in Des Moines include Hotel Fort Des Moines & The Surety Hotel. Not to mention, both of these hotels are also beautiful - so as an Iowa wedding photographer, these are my top recommendations if you plan on getting ready the morning of your wedding day. The lighting, location, and beauty of both the Surety Hotel and Hotel Fort Des Moines are top tier. NOTE: these hotels tend to book up fast, especially on weekends so be sure to reserve your rooms here as soon as possible. 

Morgan & Chris' wedding vendors:

The vendors for Morgan and Chris' non traditional, colorful Des Moines Art Center wedding were so amazing. Be sure to check out each one below, especially if you're planning your Iowa wedding day! 

Hair: Salon Spa W
Makeup: Ivy Boyd
Florals: Wild Flower DSM
Coordinating: Uniqu Co. Events
Transport: Royal Rides
DJ: Marquee Events
Coffee Cart: Northern Vessel (if you're in the Des Moines area, you know Northern Vessel's coffee is incredible!)

"Working with Alecca and her associate team was absolutely amazing! The photos turned out better than we could have expected and they both made the wedding planning process enjoyable! Communication was constant and the help in building out our morning and day time timeline was the biggest help! Alecca was always the biggest hype woman. Would 100% recommend"

what clients are saying

"We cried when we saw the photos for the first time. Nothing will ever compare to those memories. We will cherish them always, our first precious family heirloom."

what clients are saying

"We cried when we saw the photos for the first time. Nothing will ever compare to those memories. We will cherish them always, our first precious family heirloom."

what clients are saying

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"Alecca was able to find her way into every moment we needed her for and I couldn’t be more thankful. Perfectly capturing every big or little detail, she managed to make our day even more special. I knew right when she arrived that I picked the right person for my big day. I can’t imagine anyone else with us on our big day."

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"Alecca & her team are deeply genuine & intentional. Our photos truly tell the story of our wedding day & will allow us to hold onto some of the sweetest moments of our lives. We could not have had a better experience with ASP!"

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- Paige + Dillon

SO AMAZING!!! Planning my wedding in less than 6 months was a whirlwind, but I couldn't be happier with Alecca and her exceptional team. While Alecca wasn't personally behind the camera, her photographer, Anna, was an absolute star. She made every photo session easy and enjoyable, ensuring that they truly captured every precious moment of our special day. If I could, I'd give them 100,000 stars, and I wholeheartedly recommend them to everyone!

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Alecca Synclair Photography is documentary style wedding photographer that serves and documents wedding days in Des Moines, Iowa and Beyond. With a passion for serving couples, allowing them to be fully present during their best days yet, + delivering the most beautiful galleries that preserve their moments for generations. f you're looking for a photo team for your Des Moines Iowa wedding day that cares deeply + is there to document your best days yet, reach out! We would be so honored to be considered. 

ABOUT ALECCA SYNCLAIR PHOTOGRAPHY: 

storytelling
moment-focused
emotive
documentary