Happy New Year! The past year kept me busy with weddings and family sessions and photographing sweet little newborns (thank YOU for all of that!), much of which I never got around to sharing (*slaps myself on the wrist*). One of my business goals for 2012 is to more consistently share what I’m working on, whether it be here on my blog, or on my Facebook page. The winter time is generally a bit quieter for us photographers (especially wedding photographers!), so I’ll start by sharing some of my favorites that I haven’t yet gotten to share.
Without further ado, meet Amy and Nate! (Be prepared – it’s a LONG one!)
Amy and Nate were married this past June in Cross Lake, MN. Can I tell you how much I enjoyed working with these two? They had two priorities on their wedding day: sharing the love, and having FUN, come what may. Case in point: never before have I been asked for a “booty pinch” photo of the bride and groom. LOVE it. It’s so easy to get stressed out about all of the little details on your wedding day, but these two had the perfect attitude – just relax and have fun! The day was meant for celebrating, all worries to be check at the door. And their devotion to family is beautiful — the day was not just about two people coming together to start a life together, it was about a whole new family starting a life together, with Amy’s older daughters beautifully included in the ceremony.
The day started and finished at Whitefish Lodge & Suites, with it’s cozy north woods feel. I don’t think I’ll soon forget Amy and Nate’s first glance, as something truly magical happened at that specific moment. They had agreed to meet at a pergola standing near a very small pond. Per usual, I checked out the spot before hand to get an idea of what I was working with — I’d stopped by maybe 20 minutes before. When Nate and I went back out to wait for Amy, there were suddenly hundreds of amazing dragonflies flying about the area that hadn’t been there just moments before. (And you’ll notice some of the dragonflies buzzing about in the first few photos below!) It was beautiful… perhaps a sign from above, and a sign of the amazing things to come, not only on their wedding day, but in their new life together.
Cheers to you, Amy & Nate, and THANK YOU again for letting me be a part of your day!
Special thanks to Megan Gronlund for road tripping to Cross Lake and shooting this wedding with me!
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As the wedding season is wrapping up, it’s about time to start blogging some more of the fabulous weddings I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing and shooting this year! Meet Melody and Bryan. These two met at the beginning of freshman year at Bethel University, started dating two months later, and as Melody said when I first met with them, they “knew right away that it was something special.” We started the big day with Melody and Bryan’s first glance on the iconic Stone Arch Bridge — the forecast predicted rain for their wedding day, but the weather gods were on our side and decided to keep us dry! The big event took place at the Historic Minneapolis City Hall — can you say “grand”? Gorgeous venue for exchanging vows, and for witnessing the love not only between Melody and Bryan, but amongst both of their families.
It was such a pleasure working with you guys, M+B! I hope to hear great things about what the future brings for you guys!
Ceremony & Reception Venue: Historic Minneapolis City Hall
Bride’s Dress: The Wedding Shoppe
Bridesmaids: David’s Bridal
Groom and groomsmen suits: The Wedding Shoppe
Flowers: Studio B Floral
Hair: Allure Salon and Spa
Make-up: Allure Salon and Spa
Cake: Buttercream
Musician: John Cleve Richardson
Catering: Chowgirls Killer Catering
* Special THANKS to Erin Benner for shooting with me that day – the girl rocks my socks!!
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Check ‘em out, friends — this years holiday card designs are put together! All cards are double-sided, and in addition to six 5×7 designs, I’m now offering two fun 5×5 die cut designs! Cards can be designed using your favorite photos from one of our sessions this year, and if you haven’t had a recent session, there’s still time to schedule one! The deadline for holiday sessions is November 13th, and the deadline for card orders is December 1st. Contact me today for more info on card pricing and to place your order!
(p.s. Check out the beautiful families from a handful of my most recent sessions! Haven’t had time to blog them all yet — aren’t they great??)
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One year ago today, Meg and Brad were married in a lovely outdoor ceremony on the shores of the Mississippi River, followed by a reception at the historic St. James Hotel in Redwing, MN — a gorgeous setting, for an even more beautiful couple! Congratulations, Meg and Brad! I really had so much fun working with you two — let me know if you’d like to grab a beer sometime!
Ceremony venue: Levee Park
Reception venue: St. James Hotel
Bride’s Dress: The Wedding Shoppe
Groom’s suit: Macy’s
Hair & Make-up: Stylize Hair Salon – Red Wing, MN
Cupcakes: Rivertown Cakes
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