Life isn’t about fake, uncomfortable poses – it’s about those real, candid, true-to-life moments! I specialize in capturing those doubled-over laughs, lovesick glances, happy tears, and silly faces. While classic portraits are often mixed in with epic pictures, my focus is on catching the real personalities behind each moment.

Whether you're looking for an anniversary gift with a first boudoir shoot, want to capture the toothy grins of your growing family with an affordable family photoshoot, or would like to enhance your business with corporate photography, Gambles Photography can help.


Gambles photography: Portrait, Lifestyle & Wedding Photographers

professional photographers In springfield & Southwest MO Since 2007

Gambles Photography may be based out of Springfield, Missouri, but our bags packed to travel anywhere (seriously, they’re always packed)! No matter where you are, we want to capture your shots! Break out your bucket list, we’re about to capture some EPIC moments, no matter where you're going.

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Our Values:

Our "why" is to build confidence in others, and our mission is to capture beauty and authenticity. Gambles' values are inclusivity, creativity, comfortability, dependability, and adventure. We hope you can see and feel this in every one of our images and interactions.

You will never have to worry about feeling awkward or uncomfortable. Our mission is to have everyone laughing and enjoying time together while we quietly capture your memories. Soon enough, you won’t even remember we have cameras.

- Bri Taylor

"Gambles Photography has captured all of the most important moments of my life; my proposal, engagement photos, my wedding, two boudoir sessions(before and after baby,) maternity photos, the birth of my son, his newborn photos and several family photos since then. My favorite family photos were taken during her snow machine minis she does every year! Erin is a joy to be around and makes you very comfortable as she's doing your photos. She also is amazing at getting my little guy to smile for them! My house is covered in photos she's taken and I plan to have many more done."

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- Maranda Vincent

"Erin is amazing. She has been doing our family pictures for almost five years now! This includes two adoptions! I have her make me a professional photo album as a keep sake. I love all the pictures and can never choose what to include in the album so I turn it over to her. She knows how to get my teen boys loosened and smiling. My favorite sessions with her was color wars for my sons adoption this summer. Due to COVID we where not able to have him a formal celebration. My boys still talk about how fun it was! I would recommend her for all your photography needs!"

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- Max Wagner

"Erin was a fantastic photographer to work with for our wedding! She is very positive, professional, and phenomenal. She was completely committed to making our day the way we wanted it, helping us celebrate the best way possible, and capturing those moments for us. My wife and I 1000% recommend her for any occasion! She clearly demonstrated why she is the best in Springfield and we couldn’t be happier with the results."

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- Erin Nelson

"Erin is a 5-star rated photographer for a reason. She is not only incredibly talented with her ability to capture amazing moments beautifully with her camera, she is also most talented working with people in general. She did a wonderful job of helping our family stay in the moment and relaxed enough to just be ourselves throughout the process of being photographed on our wedding day."

She even took time to sit with our youngest son and let him show her some of his beloved Polaroids he’s taken of family vacations that he’s so proud of! Erin specifically curated photo opportunities that captured our unique vibe and love - it felt as though we were with a friend all along. I can’t say enough great things about her. We came from out of town to have our wedding in a place where we didn’t know any of our vendors. Erin has a great reputation that precedes her, and came highly recommended by multiple vendors in the wedding industry. I’m so very glad she was available to work with us. In line with so many other reviewers, I very highly recommend booking this talented photographer for your special day!" 

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Who creates the magic of Gambles Photography? Meet Erin: owner of GP, avid story teller, travel enthusiast, and hopeless romantic! Meet Dawn: the ultimate hype girl and VP of GP! Photography is Dawn's passion and purpose! With true-to-the-moment, adventurous style, expect professional, candid photos that capture the essence of you.

Choosing a photographer can be a big decision. Thank you for considering Gambles Photography, and hopefully we’re a perfect match! Learn more about Gambles Photography and what makes us stand out.

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Gambles Photography

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