On a warm summer day, Jessica and Clayton married at the beautiful White Iron Ridge in Smithville, Missouri. The skies were a bright blue, the same shade the couple had chosen to represent their wedding day. It was perfect. Every detail had been carefully planned: from Jessica’s stunning blue heels that parallel her flawless fashion […]

The shoot I had been dreaming about. For months, I sat with an idea in my head of doing a styled shoot that encompassed all of my favorite things. A representation of my brand and who I am. From the color palette, to the gowns, to the smallest details, I had planned something that brought […]

Carrie and Peter’s wedding took place on what turned out to be a beautiful Spring day. After days of rain, the clouds moved away, letting the sun peak through. They got ready separately, but both within the walls of the home they share, a personal touch that always warms my heart. Portraits were taken around […]

Nothing rocked me like the loss of my own identity after becoming a mother. I had spent years learning who I was. Making mistakes and learning from them. Going through phases, friends, relationships, and apartments. All culminating into the woman I was right before becoming a mother.  I don’t mean as soon as the stick […]

Emersed in emerald trees sits the Chateau Avalon hotel and its newest companion, the A-Vent Space. A structure comprised of steel and glass, it beckons the outdoors to join in under the covered ceiling. Located in northern Kansas City, a hidden gem tucked right in. This whimsical shoot stood upon classic neutrals while playing with […]

Tucked away in its own little space of northern Kansas City, the Chateau Avalon hotel sits alongside its newest companion, the A-Vent Space. A structure comprised of steel and glass, surrounded by vast emerald green trees. While the architecture lends itself to that of a European getaway, the midwest air was warm and humid. Touches […]

This eclectic-boho shoot boasted with warmth; the warmth of the color palette, the warmth of the air, the warmth of smooth bourbon. Accents of tangerine and cactus were a nod to the heat of summer, while touches of mahogany and scarlet brought notes of cozy autumn days. Newly-engaged couple, Isaac and Darrell, lingered by the […]

Venue: Cider Hill Family Orchard Photography: Elle Marie Photography

Venue: Executive Hills Polo ClubPlanner: Brick and Ivory EventsPhotographer: Elle Marie PhotographyFlorals: Country FloralsCake and desserts: McLain’s BakeryGown: Hayley Paige / Maiden Voyage BridalVeil: Kendra J. BridalBridal Accessories: Olive and PiperSuits: Jos A. BankBridemaid’s Dresses: Lulu’sHair and makeup: Paradise KCDJ: DJ ConnectionCatering: Brancato’s Catering

Hello! I’m Leila, owner and photographer for Elle Marie Photography, and I’m so happy you’ve made it here. When it came to my own wedding planning, I was told by several vendors that before anything else, you pick your team based on the chemistry you have with them. Of course, their work is important, too. […]