Elizabeth and Kevin booked me as their photographer about three years ago. After three years of getting to know this amazing couple, three years of anticipation building surrounding this amazing event – you can imagine how crazy excited I was for the wedding day to arrive, and to finally celebrate their awesome love. Needless to say, their wedding day did not disappoint. In fact, almost every aspect blew me away. The venue was gorgeous, the details were stunning, and Elizabeth and Kevin were glowing.

It was a really hot day. So basically everyone was glowing with a shimmery sheen of sweat (haha), but Elizabeth and Kevin were different, they radiated genuine joy the entire day. They could’ve complained about the heat – but I literally don’t think I heard either of them mention the high temperatures once. They were too busy truly enjoying themselves to care. But it wasn’t just Elizabeth and Kevin that were overjoyed by their love and the excitement of them tying the knot – everyone present was, too. For example, all the family and bridal party members wanted to witness their first look, and they hid inside and watched from afar to steal a peek at the special moment the happy couple shared. When your loved ones are as excited about your love as you are, that’s when you know you’re doing something right. Elizabeth and Kevin, it has been an absolute joy to be your photographer and get to know you over the years. I also, am as excited about your love as you two are. It was well worth the wait to experience and shoot your absolutely stunning day. Congratulations again, I see nothing but a lifetime of happiness in your future!

Vendor List:
Wedding planner — George Maverick — Farmington, MN
Ceremony venue — Glenhaven Events Center — Farmington, MN
Reception venue — Glenhaven Events Center — Farmington, MN
Videographer — Dan Riggs of Summit Hill Studios — Stillwater, MN
Officiant — Mike Neely — Apple Valley, MN
Hair stylist — Molly from Salon 104 — Rosemount, MN
Caterer — Nicole Sindelar of Ruby’s Redeye Grill — Rosemount, MN
Cake designer — The Cakery — Farmington, MN
Decorator — Encore Events — Eagan, MN
Florist — Rosemount Floral — Rosemount, MN
Dress Shop — Bride to Be Consignment — Woodbury, MN
Dress Designer — Mori Lee
Tuxedos — Men’s Warehouse 
DJ — Matt Iverson — Rosemount, MN
Chair/table/tent rentals — Christine Corning — Farmington, MN
Jeweler — Jared

Julianne and Nick had a truly timeless wedding. The venue, what they wore, and their decor – it was all so beautifully classic. Nothing that they did was overly trendy, everything was gorgeous now, and will continue to be gorgeous for years to come. What I loved even more than just the sheer beauty of their wedding day was the way that they balanced tradition with personality in a seemingly effortless way. Sometimes you see couples get lost in trying to do a wedding the “correct way,” and their wedding ends up being exactly what you’d expect of a typical wedding, but it doesn’t feel like “them.” That was not the case with Julianne and Nick; everything about their day was so classy and yet so absolutely “them.”

The entire day was peppered with pieces of their personality, their family history, and their relationship – which made it all the more beautiful and fun to be a part of. Their ceremony at St. Mary’s Orthodox Church was stunning. The building was full of color and life, and their ceremony was, too. It was special to step into their familial values in such a powerful and intentional way. Shortly after we were able to step into a huge part of Julianne and Nick’s relationship at the University of Minnesota. As U of M alumni, that campus is home to many memories they have together and will always hold a huge place in their heart. Taking pictures of them there was sentimental in the best way. It’s so special to go back to a place that helped mold them, individually and together, into the people they are today. As if that wasn’t special enough, Goldy the Gopher also made a surprise appearance at their reception! Which is not only every Gopher’s dream, but also something I’ve never seen before! It was SO fun. The best surprise I’ve ever witnessed at a reception.

But out of all the beautiful, memorable, and unique aspects of their wedding day – Julianne and Nick both agree that their first look was their favorite part. They were both incredibly excited and anxious to see each other, and ultimately, get married. To have that moment of stillness, just the two of them, before they were standing up on the altar before all of their more cherished family and friends, was priceless. Being able to take it all in together, even for just a moment, was something they will never forget and forever cherish. This is what makes Julianne and Nick’s love so beautiful and genuine. Their love is the kind of love that is just as real in a moment of peace together in an empty church as it is draped in satin and pearls in front of everyone they know. Congratulations you two, it was an honor to capture memories on your special day. I have no doubt that your life will forever be filled with love, laughter, and happiness.

Vendor List
Ceremony – St. Mary’s Orthodox Cathedral – Minneapolis, MN
Reception – The Commons Hotel – Minneapolis, MN
Videographer – Make Your Memory –
Hair & Makeup – Creative Beauté Agency – Minnetonka, MN
Caterer – The Beacon – Minneapolis, MN
Cake – Queen of Cakes – Edina, MN
Flowers – Forever in Bloom – St. Paul, MN
Dress – Bella Bridal – Woodbury, MN
Men’s Wear – Macy’s – Minneapolis, MN
Transportation – MIK Limo – Eagan, MN
DJ – Instant Request – Bloomington, MN
Save the Dates – Brovado Weddings – Minneapolis, MN
Invitations – Wedding Paper Divas
Jeweler – Continental Diamond – St. Louis Park

Take a quick second to prepare yourself to be wow’d by Laura and Michael’s story. Normally when we hear that a couple has known each other for a long time, we think high school sweethearts. When we hear that a couple has been together since middle school, we can barely believe it. When a couple has known each other since they were in kindergarten – our hearts are just completely melted. This couple is Laura and Michael. They met in kindergarten and had always been awesome friends. They finally started dating their senior year of high school, and on their wedding day, they had been together for a total of 10 years. I feel no hesitation in saying that these two lovebirds are each other’s best friends and their perfect match.

There is something really special about being completely loved and understood by someone that has known you your whole life (aside from your family). These people have seen your absolutely best, your worst, and all of the awkward stages in between – and yet they still choose to be by your side. I see this sense of complete comfort and confidence between Laura and Michael in their relationship. They know each other deeply – the good, bad, and everything in between – they have fully embraced this reality, and chosen to love every part of each other and their long relationship together. It’s beautiful. And their love was so clearly the highlight of their beautiful wedding day.

They had a classically stunning Twin Cities wedding, starting at the Basilica of St. Mary and ending at the Nicollet Island Pavilion. Those two venues and the cityscapes that came with were enough on their own to create a gorgeous wedding, but Laura went above and beyond with amazing details and impeccable style (see pictures for proof!). It was truly a day to remember, and Laura and Michael are a couple to remember as well. Congrats you two, I’m excited for you to continue living your fullest live by each other’s side!

Vendor Information
Ceremony Venue – Basilica of Saint Mary – Minneapolis, MN
Reception Venue – Nicollet Island Pavillon – Minneapolis, MN
Videographer – JW Anderson – Woodbury, MN
Officiant – Fr. Joseph Gillespie – Minneapolis, MN
Hair Stylist – SM Makeup, INC (Megan)
Makeup Artist – SM Makeup, INC (Steph)
Caterer – Mintahoe – Minneapolis, MN
Cake Designer – Mintahoe – Minneapolis, MN
Linens – Apres Party and Tent Rental – Minnetonka, MN
Florist – Sadie’s Couture Floral & Event Styling – Minneapolis, MN
Dressshop/designer – L’Atelier Couture (Romona Keveza) – Minneap0lis, MN
Tuxedos – Men’s Warehouse – Minneapolis, MN
Limo/Party Bus Company – Exceptional Transportation – Bloomington, MN
Band – R Factor – Minneapolis, MN
Jeweler – Roman Jewelers – NJ
Photo Booth – The Photo Booth Group – Minneapolis, MN

Sally and Dan’s amazing wedding was proof that you don’t need a lot of people to throw a party or have a good time. Their small, but stunning wedding was one for the books. I mean this for a million different reasons, but there are a couple that really stood out to me, that I can’t help but share with you.

This was absolutely the most family oriented wedding I have ever attended. The entire wedding party was composed of Sally and Dan’s children and grandchildren. Which was not only beautiful and adorable, but also speaks a lot to who Sally and Dan are people. They are super in love with each other, but are absolutely in love with both of their families as well. They are care so much about others that even on a day where they had an excuse to make it all about them, they decided to make it about everyone else instead.

Their love and their outward affection towards each other and their awesome family was the most magical part of their wedding day. They knew that the decorations and details (while they still turned out beautiful) were not the most important aspect of the day. They focused on the people present and they were present every moment of the day – and it was perfect. They spent time with their loved ones, laughed, ate, made memories, and shut the dance floor down. If that isn’t the definition of a dream wedding, I don’t know what is. Congratulations Sally and Dan! I love your love, your family, and your story. It was a joy to capture your big day!

Simply put, Annie and Tyler are just happy people who are super in love with each other. They’re the kind of people that you could throw obstacles at all day, but as long as they have each other, they’d be content. I know this to be true because on their wedding day, it kind of happened. For starters, they got married on a hot day, I mean really hot. Hot like I was sweating and drinking tons of water and worrying about the heat for them. But whenever I asked them how they were doing and feeling, they would both respond, “hot,” but with a smile on their face, and leave it at that. No complaints, no high maintenance requests. They simply acknowledged the obvious and went on enjoying their special day.

As if the heat wasn’t enough, Annie also lost her voice due to bad allergies. Although no one dreams to lose their voice on their wedding day, Annie somehow was able to laugh it off and turn it into an adorable, funny situation. I’m telling you all of these “not perfect” moments because Annie & Tyler’s wedding was perfect anyway – because they allowed it to be. Even though Annie and Tyler went all out planning their details and decorations (which looked amazing), they didn’t stress about any of it on the actual day of the wedding. Even though it was crazy hot and Annie lost her voice, they didn’t let that distract them from the true meaning and beauty of their wedding day – they fully embraced every moment regardless if it was how they planned it to be or not.

People like Annie and Tyler are rare and wonderful. I truly mean that. They were easy going, relaxed, fun, and crazy in love. In my opinion, they cracked the wedding code. They didn’t expect or demand perfect, they focused on the important stuff – each other, their awesome families and friends, enjoying their unbelievable 12-person band, breaking it down on the dance floor, and cherishing all the special moments. Annie and Tyler, you were our dream clients on your wedding day, we all have a little bit to learn from your approach to life and love. Congrats again!