Iowa City
photographer and videographer
beautiful heirlooms that preserve your family’s story
weddings | maternity | newborn | family
We’re Colton and Mallory, we are Iowa City photographers and videographers who believe Jesus is Lord, marriage is sacred, and family legacy is worth preserving. Give future generations photos to hold and films to watch.
Arbor + Light is a team of Iowa City photographers and videographers preserving family moments at every milestone — from saying “I do,” to the anticipation of a newborn, to baby snuggles, and the bittersweet years when children seem to grow overnight.
Promise
Prepare
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wedding photography and videography
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What do you want to remember when you look back on your wedding day?
The day that you get married will be one of the most cherished days that you will ever have. You’ve planned a long time for this day and you’re filled with excitement. Your family and friends will gather around while you and your best friend make a lifelong commitment with a foundation in that same love that you two had at the very beginning.
Yet, somehow stronger.
We got married at a young age and probably many people thought that we were crazy. Colton was only 21 and Mallory was only 19. God knew that we were meant for each other and He blessed us with that knowledge as well. We’re not only still happily married after all this time, but we are still best friends.
Yet, somehow stronger.
There’s a reason we want you to know who we are from the very beginning, and what we believe about marriage. It matters. Your marriage matters. Your wedding day is beautiful, sacred, and unforgettable. But a healthy, lasting marriage is more than one day, it’s working together on it long after you get in your getaway car and head to your destination as a newly married couple. Sometimes, the best way to remember why you chose the person next to you is to look back at where it all began.
"Colton and Mallory are hands-down some of the coolest, most genuine people my husband and I have ever met — and to say that we crossed paths during wedding planning, arguably one of the most stressful times of our lives, makes us feel incredibly lucky. From the very first moment we reached out, they made the entire videography process seamless. Quick responses, flexible scheduling for Zoom calls, and a clear breakdown of their services were all part of the package — but what stood out most was their authenticity."
madison | wedding video bride
"Mallory and Colton are amazing at what they do! Not only do they make you comfortable in front of the camera but they truly build a relationship with you. We purchased a wedding package with Arbor and Light that included our engagement shoot! We had such a blast and the wedding was no different! Mallory and Colton are patient, kinda, and loving people who truly want to make your photo dreams come true! Highly recommend for wedding, engagement, family, etc!"
lauren | wedding photo bride
“Colton and Mallory know how to make some real magic through film! Not only are they the sweetest human beings, they also are incredibly talented and detail oriented. We absolutely loved working with them and will cherish it forever. We HIGHLY recommend!!!”
rachel | wedding video bride
“Arbor and Light went above and beyond to bless us with incredible photos. They knew our exact style we wanted, got all the shots we requested and surprised us with so many more. Our photos and videos are so special to me and my husband. Our original wedding was canceled due to the pandemic, and Arbor and Light captured every special moment at our reception celebration. This helped us heal<3 thank you so much for everything. I cannot recommend them enough- very accommodating, flexible and easy to work with”
sophie | wedding photo bridematernity photography
prepare
Trust us, the maternity phase goes by way too fast!
Your baby will be here before you know it. You’ve done all you can to prepare for the arrival of your little one. The nursery is ready, the laundry is done, the house is clean, and your family is ready to stay at your house for a couple days.
Yet, you wait.
The internet convinces you that you are doing everything wrong, the baby doesn’t have enough clothes, and you are pretty sure that your number one plan for delivery is what will actually happen.
Yet, you wait.
Every night before you go to bed, as the due date approaches, you wonder, “How did this go so fast?” With all of the unknowns, with all of the firsts, and with all of the changes, why would you spend this time not documenting it? This will be the one and only time that you are pregnant with this child. Hang that picture on the wall. Show your kid one day him/her when he/she was brewing. Take the photos. You won’t regret it.
Family Sessions
Your family is who you do life with. Your family photos should be updated year after year to have a record of your family through all of the good and bad. We have a blast with every family photography session and if you want a short video of the in-between moments, let us know and we’ll make it happen.
Eden absolutely loves her sister, even while still in her mommy’s tummy. This little girl was the sweetest. These candid moments during a family photography session are so much fun. We will pose your family for the traditional pictures to hang on your wall or your fridge, but these sweet moments during your session unprompted are the best.
“It was such a fun process and when done with photos, our kids (7 and 9) said “that was a lot more fun than I thought it would be!”
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