Des Moines, Iowa · Minnesota · Destinations Worldwide
The Photos You'll Reach For,
Thirty Years From Now.
Fine art photography for those who want images that don't just document the day — they carry it. Unhurried. Honest. Built to last. Iowa-based. Destination-ready.
Des Moines, Iowa · Minnesota · Destinations Worldwide
Wedding & Portrait Photographer
Des Moines, Iowa
Amy Minikus Photo + Film is a fine art wedding and portrait photography company based in Des Moines, Iowa. Specializing in wedding photography, elopements, engagement sessions, family portraits, maternity, birth, senior, and lifestyle photography — serving couples and families across Iowa, Minnesota, and destinations worldwide.
Every session is approached with the same intention: to capture the real, unguarded moments that make your story yours. Classic in style, honest in feeling, and built to last a lifetime.
Photography Services
How We Can Work Together
Why Couples Choose Me
Beautiful Photos Are the Baseline.
The Experience Is the Difference.
Guidance When You Want It
Gentle, intentional direction for your portraits, with beautiful light, considered composition and simple cues, so you look your best without feeling posed.
Space When You Don't
When the real moments start, I step back. Full-day weddings have no hourly limits, so the quiet in-between moments make it into your gallery too.
Nothing Left to Chance
A backup camera, backup lighting and two memory cards recording every frame, with your images backed up the same night. Then your full gallery within six weeks. Travel is always included.
Kind Words
5.0 · Top Rated on GoogleWedding
“She goes with the flow, follows the itinerary and keeps you on track in the nicest and best way! She captures all the best moments. She cares about your day almost as much as you do, gives you the honest answer and delivers every bit of what she says.”
— Devon + Joshua
Wedding
“Amy, your talent through your photography and your ability to showcase more than a dress and suit are outstanding. Thank you again for capturing our day in a perfect time capsule.”
— Rebecca + Dave
Engagement
“We had so much fun during our engagement photos! Amy made us feel super comfortable, and the pictures turned out better than we could've imagined.”
— Morgan + Cooper
The Investment
Clear Pricing, No Guesswork
Wedding collections begin at $3,500 for full-day coverage and $5,500 for multi-day celebrations. Every collection includes a complimentary engagement session, hand-edited images, a same-day slideshow at your reception, a private online gallery, and a print release. A second photographer, albums, and an editorial bridal session can be added on. Wedding film opens to the waitlist first in January 2027.
Portrait by Kayla Pontier
Meet Your Photographer
Hi, I'm Amy — and I'd love
to hear about your day.
I'm a fine art wedding and portrait photographer based in Des Moines, Iowa. I've photographed weddings in barns and ballrooms, elopements in open fields, and families in the golden light of an Iowa summer evening.
I'm not here to direct a performance. I'm here to shape the light, anticipate the moment, and let what's real unfold in front of me — so the photos you hang on your wall still feel like you thirty years from now.
More About MeThe Process
Simple From the First Email
01
Reach Out
Send me your date, your venue, and a little about the two of you. I'll confirm availability and send my full guide with collections and pricing.
02
Let's Talk
A relaxed call or coffee — no pressure, no script. We make sure the fit feels right before anything is signed.
03
Plan It Together
A 25% deposit holds your date. From there, your private client portal holds your wedding questionnaire and the timeline we build together, so your day has room to breathe. Your engagement session goes on the calendar too.
04
Relive It
A same-day slideshow at your reception, then your full hand-edited gallery within six weeks — with a print release and albums available.
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Now Booking 2027 & 2028 Weddings
Let's See If Your Date
Is Still Open.
I take on a limited number of weddings each year so every couple gets my full attention. Tell me about your day and I'll reply personally within 24 hours.
Stay in the Loop
First Access to Everything
Mini sessions, upcoming shoots, seasonal availability, and occasional deals — straight to your inbox before they go public. No spam, ever. Just the good stuff.