Let me introduce you to Hope + Nate, two of the most down-to-earth and wonderful people you’ll meet.  These two have been planning their wedding for the longest time, and like so many others right now, COVID changed their day completely.  Instead of postponing, they moved forward on a smaller scale and were married last weekend at Christ the King Chapel at St. Ambrose University.  This church is one of my absolute favorites around the Quad Cities with all the gorgeous light it offers.  Even though the church is capable of holding a large crowd, these two were simply surrounded with love by their family while other guests gathered outside to blow bubbles as they exited the church!  It was the sweetest thing!

I have to give Hope + Nate a HUGE pat on the back for handling all of the uncertainty with such grace.  These two were just excited to be married and nothing else really mattered which is so incredible and admirable.  I’m thrilled that next year around this time we’ll be documenting their vow renewal and attending the reception they so deserve!

Thank you so very much to this sweet couple for having me document your beautiful day.  Congratulations + Cheers!

Don’t forget that if you’re looking for a wedding photographer for 2021, please feel free to check out the Wedding Information page to find out more information.  We LOVE to spoil our clients!

Amanda Oakes Photography is a full service photography studio offering quality service and experiences paired with fine art prints, canvas gallery wraps, luxury albums, and many other heirloom items.

Amanda Oakes Photography is a Quad Cities wedding photographer who also specializes in newborn, family and children photography, engagement and wedding photography, and maternity photography. This includes photography services in the Moline, IL, Rock Island, IL, Davenport, IA, Bettendorf, IA, Muscatine, IA and the greater Quad Cities area.