photography + videography
weddings | maternity | newborn | family

Arbor + Light

Eastern Iowa Photo + Video Team

Arbor + Light cares deeply about providing incredible support, relaxed sessions, and lasting keepsakes to cherish forever.

Providing cinematic and emotional photographs and films for couples, families, and more since 2017.

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Colton and Mallory Carr, a husband and wife photo video team for families and weddings, based out of Iowa

We’re so glad that you found us and we can’t wait to meet you. We’re a husband and wife photo video team out of the Iowa City area that focuses on weddings, maternity, newborns,  and families. Look around at our portfolio, read testimonials, and when you’re ready, introduce yourself.

A beautiful reclection of a beautiful bride and groom through a window. Creative wedding photography.

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 that we feel it important that you get to know a little about us right away and our value of marriage. It matters. Your marriage matters. Yes, your wedding day is special, cherished, and unique, but the health of your marriage is so much more than one day. Sometimes the best way to remember why you’re married to the person sitting next to you is by looking back on your wedding day. Whether you decide to get photos and video or just one of the two, we are sure that you will love your forever glimpse into that special day.

A woman is holding a pin and working on a wedding dress as another person helps or adjusts it.
A newlywed couple sitting on a wooden bench against a dark wall, with the bride in a white wedding dress leaning towards the groom, who is in a black suit with a purple boutonniere, smiling under a gentle light.
Silhouette of a bride and groom holding hands and facing each other, standing in front of a large window with bright light outside.
A bride and groom holding hands, with the bride wearing a white satin wedding dress and a wedding ring visible. The groom is dressed in black, with his hand atop hers.
Woman in white dress smiling and adjusting a necklace, with soft natural light highlighting her face and hair.
A bride and groom sitting closely on a barstool, smiling at each other during their wedding. The bride is wearing a white wedding dress with off-shoulder sleeves and a veil, while the groom is dressed in a dark suit with a pink bow tie and boutonnier
A bride and groom exchanging wedding rings inside a church with a brick wall background. The groom is smiling and looking over his shoulder, while the bride is placing a ring on his finger. The bride's hair is styled in braids with a veil, and the gr
A couple getting married, the groom in a dark suit with a purple bow tie, smiling at the bride who has long hair and is in a white wedding dress. There is a man with a microphone next to them, and a young girl holding a bouquet in the foreground. The
Bride and groom dancing at their wedding ceremony, surrounded by guests in a church with candles and floral decorations.
Wedding reception with bride in a white gown with lace details, walking or dancing among guests in an indoor venue decorated with string lights.
Black and white photo of a person in a dark jacket handing a plate of food to another person in a light-colored apron, possibly at a food service or charity event.
A bride and an older man, possibly her father, dancing and laughing at a wedding reception in a rustic venue with string lights.
People dancing and celebrating at a wedding reception in a spacious venue with string lights overhead.
A woman in a lace wedding dress sitting on a wicker chair next to a window, looking out contemplatively.
A bride in a white wedding gown standing among nine bridesmaids in matching brown velvet dresses, each holding a bouquet of flowers, against a plain white wall.
A smiling bride in a lace wedding dress stands indoors, with a groom partially visible beside her.
A bride in a lace wedding dress holding a bouquet of orange, yellow, red, white, and purple flowers, holding hands with a groom in a gray suit with floral tie, walking indoors with black wall sconces and light wood paneling in the background.
Close-up of a couple embracing, showing their wedding rings, with the bride wearing a lace wedding dress and the groom wearing a suit and watch.
A bride in a lace wedding dress and a groom in a suit at an outdoor wedding ceremony, with a woman in sunglasses in the background.
A wedding celebration with a bride, groom, bridesmaids, and groomsmen outside, holding bouquets of flowers and smiling.
Bride in a lace wedding dress holding a bouquet with autumn-colored flowers, standing outdoors during sunset, with a man in a suit beside her holding her train.
A bride and groom walk hand in hand outside a modern building on their wedding day, with decorative plants and flowers along the pathway.
Close-up of a bride's lace wedding dress with intricate floral embroidery during her wedding ceremony
Bride and groom smiling and looking at each other, holding a large bouquet of flowers outdoors, with a modern glass building in the background.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss outdoors, with a veil partially covering the camera, and a blurred background of trees and glass windows.
A bride and groom stand close together looking into each other's eyes during their wedding. The bride has blonde hair styled in loose waves, wearing a lace wedding dress, and the groom has short brown hair and a beard, wearing a gray suit with a flor
A white trolley bus with large arched windows, parked outdoors with palm trees and buildings in the background. There is a decorative sculpture of a bird and a wave on the roof of the bus.
Elegant floral centerpiece with pink carnation, white lilies, assorted green leaves, and sprigs of rosemary in a clear glass vase on a white covered table.
Decorated wedding reception tables with pink and white floral arrangements, greenery, candles, and table numbers, set in an industrial-style venue with exposed ceiling beams.
A black and white photo of a couple kissing in front of a wooden fence, with a car parked behind them and a building with balconies and potted plants in the background.
A young couple sitting inside a car, smiling and sharing a happy moment.
A couple walking hand in hand on a sidewalk near a white building with green plants and trees while wearing elegant formal attire, the woman in a black dress and the man in a white suit.
A couple holding hands and walking on a sidewalk. The woman is in a black dress and beige heels, and the man is in a light-colored suit with a dark shirt and brown shoes. They are smiling and looking at each other, with a wooden fence and industrial
A couple holding hands and smiling at each other outdoors, with a white building with arches and potted plants in the background.
A couple sharing a kiss outdoors, dressed elegantly, with a white building in the background.
People socializing at an evening outdoor party with high tables, string lights, and a DJ stage in front of a building with a patio and residential apartments in the background.
Two people pouring champagne into glasses on a table.
Group of people sitting at a decorated banquet table, attending a formal event, with one woman holding a bouquet of flowers, all smiling and looking towards the stage or speaker.
Young woman in a black dress dancing and smiling at a party with other guests in the background.
A bride with long dark hair, a floral crown, and earrings looks at her groom as she wipes her eye, outdoors on a cloudy day. The groom has a beard and wears a brown suit.
A smiling bride with a lace wedding dress and curly blonde hair, standing next to an older woman with brown hair, both indoors with soft lighting.
“They are a husband-wife team who fit right in with your family and friends, who bring the energy and fun to recording your wedding day, who are so talented, who are your cheerleader, hype man, friend, second pair of hands, kleenex holder, tear wiper, and sense of direction all in one.”
— Abbey
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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.

Two children, boy and girl, smiling and hugging outdoors on a grassy area with trees in the background, sunny day.
A family of four, including a woman, a man, and two children, standing outdoors near a river with trees in the background, smiling and posing for a photo.
A happy couple embraces outdoors during daytime, with trees and a pathway in the background.
A family of three, a woman, a man, and a young girl, playing and smiling outdoors in a grassy field with trees in the background.
A woman and a young girl share a moment outdoors, with the girl touching the woman's pregnant belly, both smiling. The image is in black and white.

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!”
— Shari
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