Olivia and Jonathan’s wedding ceremony was so heartfelt and lovely. One of my favorite moments to photograph was Olivia’s entrance: as she descended this grand staircase and processed into the ceremony space, she had the biggest smile on her face as she saw all the people she loved gathered to celebrate her and Jonathan. Meanwhile Jonathan looked so happy with his eyes locked on Olivia - it was such a moving moment to witness.
Read MoreEmma and Andy had a grand entrance into the reception space alongside their wedding parties, and then the dinner began. Emma and Andy spent much of the dinner time visiting all of the guest tables, intentionally connecting with their people. They did sneak outside for a few sunset pictures, which turned out so beautiful. It was a quintessential hot, summer night in Minnesota, and the sun shone brightly as it set.
Read MoreRachael and Sue wanted a romantic first look moment beside the water, and when they found a spot with a big, beautiful rock overlooking the waves, they knew it was the perfect location. It was an epic, magical moment witnessing them see each other all dressed up–full of happy tears and affection. We then spent some time exploring the rocky shoreline and wooded trails of the resort to take portraits alongside the stunning North Shore.
Read MoreWhen planning their elopement, Katrina and Katie knew they wanted a small ceremony surrounded by nature and featuring their closest friends. They love and feel a strong connection to the North Shore, so they chose several beautiful spots alongside Lake Superior for their elopement day. They wanted their day to feel easy-going and relaxed, with unstructured time to pause, take deep breaths, and truly feel present to the adventure of getting married.
Read MoreCat and Aubrey both love spending time in nature, so they knew they wanted their wedding to take place outside. They chose Camrose Hill because of its lush greenery and gorgeous gardens, and Cat and Aubrey were thrilled to get married among the flowers.
Read MoreLauren and Rob wove intentionality and originality into every moment of their wedding day. Thoughtfully discerning which wedding traditions they wanted to create or include, they decided to opt out of having a wedding party or taking getting ready/first look pictures – we started the photography portion of the day with some easygoing portraits of the two of them together. We took some portraits outside the theater on Minnehaha Ave, capturing the liveliness of the neighborhood– the bikes, the colorful mural, the bright sun warming the sidewalk–that has been the landscape of their life together.
Read MoreHaving worked with Julia and Bryan for several years now, I have witnessed how intentional and creative they are as individuals and as a couple. Julia and Bryan are both artists and musicians, and they care deeply about their communities. After having a small wedding ceremony in 2021 to officially get hitched, last summer Julia and Bryan finally were able to gather all their people together for a vow renewal ceremony and outdoor wedding reception at a park!
Read MoreSam and John both love fall and cherish spending time outdoors (we did their engagement session last fall surrounded by the radiant autumn foliage at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum!). A year later in the fall of 2022, they gathered again at the Arboretum, this time to get married
Read MoreCatherine and Ryan are two incredibly thoughtful people. I had the privilege of getting to photograph their engagement session as well as the small wedding ceremony they held in Stillwater, MN amidst the pandemic, with only a handful of close family and friends. They chose to plan a renewal of vows ceremony and a bigger reception at the Theodore Wirth Chalet exactly one year after their wedding.
Read MoreFrom the beginning of planning their wedding, Emmett and Ashley wanted their day to feel like an authentic reflection of their relationship. They wanted their friends and family (many of whom were traveling from out of town) to get to experience this gorgeous part of New York, and they wanted to create an immersive and happy experience for their guests to relax and celebrate.
They chose M & D Farms in Westerlo, New York for their venue, and its winding gardens and trails were a magical setting. Ashley and Emmett’s entire day had an effortless, elegant feeling to it, and with all of their favorite people gathered into one beautiful spot, these two were basically glowing all day long.
Read MoreAs we talked about Phil and Josephine’s wedding plans and how they envisioned the day, I heard so much about their community - their family and friends, their sweet niblings, their wedding party (which was one big shared wedding party with all of their closest people). They were so excited to be able to gather together with all of their friends and family from different parts of their life to join together, to have a wedding ceremony that invited in all of their community in a setting with a breathtaking view, and to spend the evening celebrating with everyone. These two love nature and their community and each other, and the day they crafted was undeniably special and a true reflection of their values and connection.
Read MoreWhen I talked with Kari and Xander about their wedding, more than anything they were excited about bringing all of their community and people together, and finding ways to intentionally plan their wedding to feel unique and authentic to them and to their values.
Read MoreKelly and Christian are such kind, intentional people! I met Kelly when she was a bridesmaid in a past client’s wedding last fall, and it’s been so lovely to get to know her and Christian since then. I was so excited to photograph their recent wedding at the St. James Hotel in Red Wing, MN!
Read MoreJordan and Colton had a late fall wedding at Legacy Hill Farm in Welch, MN. These two are super super close to their friends and family, and their day was full of celebration and community and a big happy party - all with the backdrop of fall foliage, elegant wedding details, and a beautiful venue.
Read MoreYou might remember Britta and Jacob’s snowy, joyful engagement session last winter -- and now I get to share pictures from their super happy, fun wedding with you!! They are both such intentional, thoughtful people, and it was so cool to see their wedding and all of their ideas come into fruition.
Read MoreFrom the beginning of my time working with them, Thomas and Noelle talked about how much they wanted their day to feel comfortable and relaxed. They were happy to skip traditions that didn’t feel authentic to them in lieu of more spontaneous, lighthearted moments. They couldn’t wait to gather their loved ones, eat incredible food, and have a really easygoing, fun day together.
Read MoreWhile the most recent chapter of Catherine and Ryan’s relationship has centered around living in DC and navigating the pandemic together, their story as a couple is really so much deeper and richer than that! I’m so excited to share pictures from their wedding ceremony with you today.
Read MoreThis was a really, really fun and special wedding! They have such a beautiful and intentional relationship -- they love spending time in nature and connecting with their community, and they just have so much fun together.
Read MoreI am so excited to share Allison and Brooklyn’s incredible wedding pictures with you today. I met Allison and Brooklyn some time ago through mutual friends and now am lucky enough to call them friends of my own!
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