My husband and I hired Midwest Lifeshots three weeks after becoming engaged. We searched online for local photographers and when we came to the website for Midwest Lifeshots I immediately fell in love with their photos and their wedding slideshow. I was sold and my husband agreed that they had the best pictures and their prices were competitive. We set up our first meeting with Scott and he sealed the deal with us. He was professional, but fun at the same time making the meeting very comfortable and reassuring that we were hiring the right company. Throughout the rest of our engagement we received multiple thank you gifts for hiring the company, my favorite being the "date night" package about three weeks prior to our wedding. It is a stressful time as most brides know, and the gift was a thoughtful reminder to take time to enjoy each other before the big day. Around this time I also had the final meeting before the big day with Scott. He helped me plan out our timeline for the day and suggested places that would be nice for pictures. He answered a lot of our questions about what the day would be like and then also gave me suggestions on how to keep the wedding party on the timeline we set. I laughed when he told me how long my hair and make-up would take by just looking at the length of my hair and yes, he was right. I left the meeting relieved knowing that I had hired the best company to meet our needs. When it came to the big day Scott and Kadi showed up on time and ready to go. They were professional and very flexible to work with while we were getting ready. It was nice to have two photographers because Scott was able to photograph the guys and Kadi photographed the girls. Also, we were able to set up a first look at a different location with the two photographers which I thought was unique. After our first look we took some photos with our wedding party on the way to the Church. We were able to walk due to it being so close to the hotel where we had gotten ready. This was a lot of fun picking out places to get pictures along the way. When we got to the Church for formals pictures, everyone was impressed on how organized both Scott and Kadi were. At the last meeting I was asked to fill out a form about what formal pictures I would like to have done. It was easy to fill out being that I just had to check boxes next to the list of every formal picture that you could ever possibly want was listed. I didn't think the form was necessary, but the way we were able to transition so smoothly during formals from bridesmaids to groomsmen to his family to my family was amazing. My entire bridal party and family members complimented how nice they went. After the wedding we headed to a second outdoor location for more photos, suggested by Scott. We had a lot of fun with our wedding party and our photographers during this time. All of us were more relaxed and I am really happy we were able to do this. When it came to the reception, Scott and Kadi caught every moment we could have ever wanted even when it meant staying a little late to catch the mother/son dance. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for the best. I am still getting compliments a month after our wedding from our family and friends on how great Scott and Kadi were. I had recommended Midwest Lifeshots to a friend prior to my wedding and she shares the same story. They were professional, flexible, and fun. I will continue to work with this company in the years to come. read more

After getting engaged, my fiancé and I discussed the most important aspects of our wedding, besides the ceremony. We both agreed photography was a HUGE feature and like every couple, we wanted the best. After wading through several cheesy websites, we found Midwest LifeShots to be right up our alley. Scott, Jen and the entire team at Midwest LifeShots are fantastic. Besides their photos, we give an A+ for customer service. We were shown our options, walked through the process and did not feel pressured in the slightest. From day one we trusted them completely to take care of us and our important day. They certainly delivered! Our wedding day went on without a hitch. We got all of the shots we had requested, plus a lot of very creative photos! They captured our personalities without ridiculous staging and were able to produce amazing shots while remaining low-key. They did a wonderful job keeping everything on schedule and made sure we were happy every step of the way. After all was said and done, we were grateful we chose Midwest LifeShots as they were professional, kept us comfortable and provided a service beyond compare. My husband and I GLADLY recommend Midwest LifeShots to any future bride and groom; the photos and customer service are worth every penny read more

Your search for the perfect photographer is over, you've found Midwest Lifeshots Photography! From their infectious personalities to their beautifully authentic photographs, this amazing team knows how to take care of their clients. Having Jen and Sarah come to our home for the newborn lifestyle session was a great experience. They went above and beyond to capture the moments surrounding our unpredictable newborn (& preschooler), while making it feel natural, fun, and effortless for our family of four. Then meeting with the hilarious Scott for our photo review session I was left wondering how a business meeting could be so fun. We were blown away by the beautiful slideshow combining images and video clips from our session. This is such a treasure to look back on, capturing the fleeting moments and real essence of our family at that time. The only downside is the difficult task of choosing which photos to order since they are all so unique...a wonderful problem to have. We are so looking forward to our future sessions as our girls grow up (way too fast) before our eyes. We'll have more beautiful art capturing these moments in time, thanks to the talented Midwest Lifeshots Photography. read more

We were so thrilled with our experience at MWLSP. I honestly have no hesitations in recommending them from any aspect (and I am a tough critic). A few reasons they rock: (1) Their photos are amazing. Obviously a must-have in a photographer. (2) They gave PHENOMENAL customer service! They followed through on all their commitments, which after you get married, you will realize this can be rare. Not only did they follow through, but they taught us what to expect, helped us with the photography schedule, kept us on task with formals (which I had several of my friends who have recently gotten married say our photographers handled it better than theirs). From this photographer, you can expect that they will ask questions of you. You aren't going to have to think of everything all on your own. They will be your partner in this process. They will take the time to understand your day and your vision for your wedding. (3) They are so much fun! it's always a bonus if you truly enjoy working with them. Seriously, you should at least consider scheduling a meeting with these photographers! read more

Midwest Lifeshots Photography...I cannot say enough good things about them! They are true professionals from start to finish and they literally make you feel as if they've known you for years! My husband and I are new to the area and we were lucky enough to find them on Facebook...They days leading up to the photoshoot they kept in contact with us through email. We weren't entirely sure what to expect the day of, but when we got to the studio everyone was extremely friendly and they immediately put our minds at ease with their charm and friendly personalities. We have a 14 month old daughter that isn't a "performer" and I was worried they may not capture her true essence, but boy was I wrong. She came right out of her shell and when we got our photos back I could see my daughter in them! We now have some amazing photos we can cherish for a lifetime and I can't thank them enough! I recommend them a thousand times over!! read more

Scott is one AMAZING photographer! We found Midwest LifeShots on google and after looking at there website; Luke and I could not be happier! Once we met him, we knew he was our photographer. Scott made sure we knew exactly what to expect for our engagement photos and our wedding day with ease. Now let's talk about the photographs... The pictures he took are truly stunning and capture the beauty of our farm while doing our engagement session. Scott has such a creative eye and found the most beautiful and unique places to shoot our photos. LOVED that Scott informed us if we looked funny are my hair needed to be fixed; he was right on key to make sure we looked good! I can not wait to work with him again on our wedding day,because Scott is VERY good at his job, and he is a super fun guy to be around (As long as he has had his coffee ;) Just kidding). read more

My new husband and I were absolutely thrilled with our experience with Midwest LifeShots. Throughout the months and weeks leading up to our wedding, Scott was helpful, friendly, professional, and flexible. He was more than happy to answer all of our questions, responded promptly to emails, and kept us well-informed. On our wedding day itself, we could not have asked for more cheerful, enthusiastic, or kind photographers than Scott and Sara. They put us and our families at ease, blending into the wedding environment to capture wonderful candids and helping even a camera-shy bride feel confident and beautiful. After the wedding, MLSP's excellent service continued-- our photographs were beautiful, plentiful, and available to us remarkably quickly. We highly recommend MLSP! read more

I used Midwest Life Shots for the first time to capture photos of my daughters, ages 1 and 4. What a wonderful experience! The communication beforehand was great. Everything was checked and double checked and the best part is a few days before the shoot I received an email asking me to tell the team a little bit about who they would be photographing. When the day of the shoot arrived the photographers talked to my 4-year-old like she was a VIP. My daughter now thinks Jen and Sara are her good friends. When it came time to meet with Scott and view my photos, I was welcomed to their office and it felt like hanging out with friends. The video made me misty-eyed and the photos took my breath away! Beware Midwest Life Shots, you have us for life! read more

We had our family photos done by Midwest Life Shots. We have four children and we had never done professional photos in our married lives. We had no idea what to expect. We were blown away. Our shoot was only an hour and they took a ton of pictures - truly capturing our family's personality in that short time. I'm just so impressed with what they could do in such a short investment on our part. The pictures were beautiful and my kids LOVED it. They didn't want to stop taking pictures. The team is fun but not overly goofy... which we appreciated. We will definitely use them again. The ordering process is easy and we want to order every single one of them. They are that good. You won't be disappointed. read more

I was the pickiest about picking my photographer for my wedding. I knew that after the wedding was done the photos would be the best reminder of the day. Scott and Cat did an amazing job, and we weren't disappointed. Scott answered all of my questions prior to the wedding via Skype since we live out of town. They were great to have around, and made our wedding party at ease for formal and informal shots. Our guests even commented about how enjoyable the photographers had been to chat with. We couldn't have been happier with the images we received, and now the hardest part is picking the ones we want to print. (Our families loved the "slideshow" with combination of video and still photo images as well!) read more

We were overwhelmed when looking for a wedding photographer. We encountered plenty of folks who owned fancy cameras, and decided they were professional photographers. When Midwest LifeShots Photography came recommended to us from friends, it was a no-brainer. Their work was far and beyond better than any other photos we had seen. After we met Scott, we realized how fun this whole process was going to be. We recently did our engagement photos. The shoot was a blast and the photos are INCREDIBLE! We can't say enough great things about MSLP...now we are even more excited for our wedding to come - we know we are going to get some amazing photos and memories! read more

We could not have been more pleased with our experience with Midwest Lifeshots. We had hired Scott, Jen, and the team to take our engagement photos, as well as to photograph our wedding. The team was supremely organized, and coordinated all of our needs in an extremely efficient manner, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy our special day. They were not only the epitome of professionalism, but we also just down right fun. We honestly looked forward to each and every meeting. This is before even mentioning the final product. The photos were all we could have asked for and more. We have undoubtedly found our photographers for life!!! read more

I love everything about Midwest Lifeshots. I had seen photography they did for a cousin of mine. I like how they put together a slideshow for your photography and incorporate candid video. They take time to get to know you and to find out what your dreams are in the photography you want done. My husband was not as excited as me for our engagement session, but Scott made it a really fun and special moment. Jenn did a really good job with the wedding. We really appreciate all that MWLS has done, and how theyve gone out of their way to make this milestone even more special. We have memories we can cherish forever now. read more

Scott, Jen, and the whole MLSP team were absolutely amazing! We did our engagement photos in the fall and they were shot by both Scott and Jen. We had such a great experience and we loved the photos! We couldn't wait for our wedding to come around so we could see what they had in store. Jen and Renee photographed our wedding and we couldn't have asked for a better experience! They blended into the background perfectly and we barely noticed that they were there. They made us feel so natural in front of the camera. The results were stunning-- we got so many photographs back and each and every one is perfect! read more

I have read the many other positive reviews here, and this is what I have to say: they are all true. My husband and I had a great time working with Scott and Sara. I was not much of a wedding planner... and Scott and Jen made everything easy for us. They were very organized and gave us lots of wedding day tips. On the day of our wedding, I felt that they not only ensured that the photography flowed smoothly, but actually helped to keep the whole wedding ceremony on track. If I had it to do over again, I certainly would. I would be happy to say more about our experience to anyone who is interested. read more

My husband and I were so impressed with Midwest LifeShots Photography! We first met with them to do our engagement pictures and felt so at ease. For our wedding, they coordinated every detail to ensure everything went smoothly. They were professional and easy and fun to work with. The pictures speak for themselves; they are amazing. We will be proud to display these pictures from our special day in our home for many, many years. We have also gotten so many compliments on our pictures from so many of our family and friends. I would highly recommend anyone to Midwest LifeShots for any event! read more

After researching dozens of photographers, my husband and I decided to go with Midwest LifeShots. The professionalism we received from Scott, Jenn and Kady was matched only by their enthusiasm. It was wonderful to work with photographers who seemed genuinely as excited about our wedding photos as we were. As an added bonus our photos are beautiful! My husband and I are a bit non-traditional, and our photographers did everything they could to capture our personalities with the photos. They managed to make them beautiful and classy, while adding the bit of edge we really wanted. read more

Midwest LifeShots Photography is AMAZING!! The whole team has been SOO awesome to work with! Our engagement session was so much fun and the pictures Scott captured turned out wonderful! We are so impressed and so happy we chose Midwest for our engagement and wedding photographers! We are so excited and can hardly wait to see what they capture on our wedding day!! The whole team definitely makes sure their clients are happy! You even get random gifts in the mail to show that they truly do care about you! ;) I would recommend Midwest LifeShots to anyone and everyone!! read more

We had such a great experience with Midwest Lifeshots. They photographed our wedding, then a year or so later, photographed our first child. It was so much fun working with them - from the initial planning to the event day. Their team is extremely organized, flexible, energetic, creative, and easy going. Whatever we wanted, they accommodated. We have recommended them to friends and would recommend them to whoever is looking for a photographer. Thanks for capturing our greatest moments...looking forward to working with you in the future! read more