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Based in St. Louis, Serving Destination & Midwest Weddings

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Lifestyle Photographer

& Designer based in

St. Charles, Missouri

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Lifestyle Photographer

& Designer based in

St. Charles, Missouri

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Lifestyle Photographer

& Designer based in

St. Charles, Missouri

My philosophy

authentic, warm, & timeless

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I believe photography is about capturing genuine emotion and preserving the moments that tell your story. At HP Photography & Designs, my focus is on creating images that feel authentic, warm, and timeless — the real smiles, the quiet in-betweens, and the details that make your memories uniquely yours. Every session is a collaboration, shaped around your personality and vision, so your photos not only document a moment but let you feel it all over again.

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Hey! I’m Hali

A wedding and lifestyle photographer based in St. Louis, Missouri.

I’m so glad you’re here! I am all about capturing love in its truest form — the laughter, the quiet in-between moments, and the emotions that make your day one of a kind.


I have such a soft spot for intimate weddings full of love and personality. Whether you’re saying “I do” in your backyard, in the heart of St. Charles, or somewhere totally new, my goal is to create photos that feel timeless, candid, and just a little bit editorial — like you on your very best day.


Every wedding I photograph is thoughtfully curated to reflect each couple’s story and to make sure your day feels as special and effortless as it should.


Take a peek at some of my favorite love stories below, and when you’re ready, let’s start planning how to capture yours.

 

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Testimonials

“Hali did AMAZING. She made us feel so comfortable during our shoot and was so patient with us. She had the best ideas and got some great lighting. Not to mention we got our entire engagement album in less than 48 hours. So impress & thankful! Can’t wait for our wedding day!”

Terra & Tyler

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Testimonials

'Hali was truly above and beyond and more than just a photographer. From capturing every special moment so perfectly to helping me with the little things throughout the day (even gluing my eyelash back on 😭) she made everything feel so easy and stress-free. She was calming, supportive, professional, and genuinely cared about making our wedding day perfect. The pictures are so beautiful we couldn’t be happier. We are so grateful for her and could not recommend her more highly!"

Christiana & Alec

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Testimonials

“Hali did my wedding photos and OMG I am in love with my photos!! And she is just the sweetest! I couldn’t be happier, thank you!!”

Jessica & Andrew

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Testimonials

“Hiring HP Photography & Designs for our wedding was the best decision we could have made. Hali, the lead photographer, was incredibly clear, concise, open, and efficient in her communication style from start to finish. The quality of their work was truly stunning - professional, fun, and accommodating. Hali was able to capture all the photos we wanted, and even surprised us with a beautiful, personal touch - a special Polaroid keepsake that we'll cherish forever. She was incredibly adaptable and efficient in getting all the shots we needed in a short amount of time. It's never easy choosing a wedding photographer, but HP Photography & Designs exceeded our expectations in every way.”

Dylan & Jazmine

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Testimonials

“Hali is absolutely amazing! She took such great photos of our wedding and captured every moment, but beyond that, she helped so much with making everything run smoothly. She went above and beyond to make our special day go as smoothly as possible. I would highly recommend Hali for any situation you want photography done!”

Michael & Hannah

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I look forward to hearing from you and helping you create memories that will last a lifetime.