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Dreams That Became Reality | Sam & Dave

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Sam & Dave’s story started in 2013. They worked together in the same office and quickly developed a friendship rooted in their mutual appreciation of each other’s kindness and personalities. After years of lunches and happy hours, with coworkers and just with each other, their friendship suddenly developed into more. Last minute after work, they decided to go see the movie “Her.” As the plot of the story unfolded, both Sam and Dave were stunned at how the movie seemed to mirror what was currently happening in their own lives. Read this synopsis of the movie, and you’ll understand.

“A sensitive and soulful man earns a living by writing personal letters for other people. Left heartbroken after his marriage ends; Theodore (Joaquin Phoenix) becomes fascinated with a new operating system that reportedly develops into an intuitive and unique entity in its own right. He starts the program and meets ‘Samantha’ (Scarlett Johansson), whose bright voice reveals a sensitive, playful personality. Though ‘friends’ initially, the relationship soon deepens into love.”

That night, both Sam and Dave dreamt about each other. They both realized that the chemistry that had been developing between them was something special—something that they could not and did not want to ignore. But the irony of the movie did not create something new between them; it simply shed light on what was already there. And what was already there turned out to be a really beautiful thing—a beautiful and forever thing.

Two years later, Sam and Dave travelled to Gimmelwald, Switzerland. Sam had travelled there herself five years prior and carved her initials in the wood frame of a hut along the mountainside. It read, “SJ + ____.” She intentionally left half blank, with the intentions of returning with the person she would spend the rest of her life with. After a day of hiking through mountains and waterfalls, they found that very same hut. Sam had a feeling she would be carving Dave’s initials next to hers, but what she didn’t know was that Dave had been holding a ring in his pocket the entire day. In beautiful mountains of Switzerland, next to their freshly carved initials, Dave asked Sam to spend the rest of her life with him. She obviously said, “yes!”

Sam and Dave’s love story is one for the books, but being present on their wedding day made it obvious that they are more than just a beautiful story. Everything about their special day was low-maintenance. Neither of them was stressed, worried about small details, or concerned with anything but each other and the loved ones who came to celebrate with them. Scroll down until you see pictures of speeches being given. Uncontrollable laughter, smiles radiating pure joy, and everyone present in the moment. That is a perfect depiction of Sam and Dave’s wedding day, and ultimately their love. Congratulations again Sam and Dave! You brought so many, including myself, happiness on your wedding day. I have no doubt that you will continue to do that for the rest of your lives together.

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Sam & Dave’s story started in 2013. They worked together in the same office and quickly developed a friendship rooted in their mutual appreciation of each other’s kindness and personalities. After years of lunches and happy hours, with coworkers and just with each other, their friendship suddenly developed into more. Last minute after work, they...

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Authentic, Adventurous Love | Nina & Karen

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There are so many things that I love about Nina and Karen—their engagement story, future wedding plans, and relationship as a whole to start. But there are three specific things about them that really stuck out to me. Number one (the most important) is that they are head over heels for each other, and you can tell in a really genuine way. Witnessing and documenting a connection as real as theirs never gets old to me. Number two, they are just so themselves with each other and in front of the camera. It’s beautiful to take a photo, look at it, and be able to see a person as they truly are. This is exactly what happened with both Nina and Karen, except you’re able to see their relationships as it truly is, too. Which is really beautiful. Finally, these two are adventurous. They were down to sit, climb, or wander throughout all the gorgeous spots Minnehaha Falls has to offer. They even waded into the river as our photo shoot came to a close. The photos we captured there, with them standing in the rushing water, are some of my favorite Minnehaha photos to date. And I’ve taken a lot of photos at Minnehaha Falls. To top it all off, next September Nina and Karen are getting married up north in Lutsen, Minnesota. And on the morning of their special day, they have planned a sunrise kayaking photo shoot. How cool is that?

Congratulations again Nina and Karen! Thanks for reminding me the unbelievable beauty the outdoors has to offer, no matter what the season, and the power of adventure. You both are great. I’m already excited for September!

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There are so many things that I love about Nina and Karen—their engagement story, future wedding plans, and relationship as a whole to start. But there are three specific things about them that really stuck out to me. Number one (the most important) is that they are head over heels for each other, and you...

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Love Warmer than the Weather | Laura & Michael

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Laura and Michael are awesome for so many reasons. One thing that stuck out to me immediately is their ability to just go with the flow. You wouldn’t realize it by glancing at the photos, but the day of this shoot was actually super cold. We started our frigid session at the beautiful Boom Island Park, and within minutes we were approached by a stranger who couldn’t help but share his thoughts about the unconstitutional nature paying for parking at a public park. After that moment, I knew that weather and weird circumstances had nothing on these two, and we were going to have fun no matter what. And that is exactly what happened.

Laura and Michael are extremely friendly, lively, and enjoyable to be around. Their energy brought me energy, their joy brought me joy, and the warmth their love radiated made me forget about the freezing weather we were facing. Individually and as a couple, I see them being the light in any circumstance or situation. Which is a truly amazing quality to hold. Laura and Michael, congratulations! You two are special and so is your love. I cannot wait to document it more on your wedding day, where I know you will be spreading sunshine to everyone around you.

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Laura and Michael are awesome for so many reasons. One thing that stuck out to me immediately is their ability to just go with the flow. You wouldn’t realize it by glancing at the photos, but the day of this shoot was actually super cold. We started our frigid session at the beautiful Boom Island Park,...

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Striking Skies and Stunning Love | Brooke & Aaron

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Brooke and Aaron are Duluth natives, and I am convinced they live in the most beautiful place in the whole city, right past the Lift Bridge in Canal Park. We started our photo shoot there, on the sand dunes by Park Point. At this specific spot, it’s hard to tell whether you’re on the shore of a lake or an ocean. Even a glance at the pictures and you can tell how absolutely stunning it was. The water and beach alone was beautiful, but on top of that, the sky was one of the coolest I have seen photographically in a long time. The combination of those natural elements with a beautiful couple AND an adorable dog, was almost unbelievable. We captured really exceptional photos and a really fun evening shooting together.

But that wouldn’t have happened with just any beautiful couple or any cute dog. It happened because Brooke and Aaron are really wonderful people, and really wonderful together. They are so easygoing, so comfortable around each other, and just so in love. Brooke and Aaron, you two and your sweet dog made my job easy. Congratulations again, I absolutely cannot wait to continue capturing memories for you on your wedding day and to watch you to continue to build a wonderful life together!

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Brooke and Aaron are Duluth natives, and I am convinced they live in the most beautiful place in the whole city, right past the Lift Bridge in Canal Park. We started our photo shoot there, on the sand dunes by Park Point. At this specific spot, it’s hard to tell whether you’re on the shore...

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Nothing but Love on the North Shore | Jaime & Brent

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I randomly met Jaime and Brent a couple of years ago in Duluth. We first starting chatting at a Co-Op I’m pretty sure, it came up that I was a photographer, and we became Facebook friends. Today, I’m the lucky photographer that gets to document this special time in their lives. I love when simple, accidental connections turn into important ones.

I also feel really lucky to have been able to shoot this awesome couple here in Duluth, the city that they love and know so well. Jaime and Brent try to spend as much time outdoors as they can, and are always adventuring to a new cool place along the North Shore. Their knowledge of the area gave me access to all the best spots. And their love for the natural beauty that was constantly surrounding us, made it so fun and easy for me to photograph them.

Everything about shooting Jaime and Brent was fun and easy. The scenery was beautiful, they are beautiful, and they just obviously love each other in a really beautiful way. The couple has yet to decide what their wedding plans will be, but they have definitely decided on each other – and that’s all that really matters. Jaime and Brent, congratulations! You guys are awesome and your love is really special. Thanks for letting me be a part of it!

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I randomly met Jaime and Brent a couple of years ago in Duluth. We first starting chatting at a Co-Op I’m pretty sure, it came up that I was a photographer, and we became Facebook friends. Today, I’m the lucky photographer that gets to document this special time in their lives. I love when simple,...

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