closeHope you had a fabulous weekend. I had such a blast with these two during one of our most perfect evenings this weekend, the light was completely glorious!! Happy Monday!
Call me maybe.
It was the theme song for the weekend when Brooke and her bestie Kirsten were up at Kirsten’s family’s cabin. While relaxing one evening, the girls were startled when they heard a car rumble into the driveway, filled with Sam and some friends from high school who had decided at random to stop by the family’s cabin on the way back from their guys only fishing trip.
Brooke remembered some of the guys from her graduating class, but not Sam, who had gone to the same high school and had a huge crush on her then. Years later as the two chatted though out the day, feelings were uncovered yet again.
At the end of the evening as the guys were leaving, Brooke wrote her name, number and “call me maybe” on the sheet of paper. Sam followed up that evening and the two have been inseparable ever since!
As the rain poured down during their engagement session, the two laughed and made the most of the situation! I simply can not wait to share the day with these two amazing people!
In the past when meeting with brides, it has been one of the questions asked again and again… Why is an engagement session included in your packages? Is it really necessary?
To that, my answer is always a resounding YES! No matter what, hands down, and many photographer’s would agree with me, that an engagement session is an important aspect to making your wedding photos be even better! Why you would ask? Because understanding your relationship and interaction with one another helps me as the photographer understand you as a couple. The way he makes you laugh, and the way you laugh, what you laugh at, are all things I need to know about. It is not only your relationship that is key, but me as the photographer understanding your relationship. Watching you interact helps me to know what to look for on the day of the wedding!
Not only do I get to see the way your act with one another behind the camera, I get to know you on a deeper level. During this session, I get more info on how your wedding day will look, what you like to do as a couple, who you are as people! Treating your session as a “date” (with a creeper following you with a camera!) is so fun. Enjoying the activities you like to do together puts a couple more at ease during that session and then on the wedding day! It really is one of my favorite times!
They met through mutual friends at church while living in Chicago and the rest is history! I simply can not wait to document Anna and Paul’s beautiful day in May!
Both are lovers of the city and being with one another! We wandered Main Street together, chatted, and laughed! I simply can not wait to celebrate with this beautiful couple next week as they exchange vows!!
Spring soirée perfection.
Rob and Sarah’s wedding day was a beautiful blend of faith, family, and thoughtful design. Inspired by Monet’s garden paintings, their celebration was filled with soft spring colors, meaningful heirlooms, and intentional details at every turn.
After a joyful ceremony at Eagle Brook Church, surrounded by family and friends, they celebrated the night away at Silverwood Park with beautiful florals, heartfelt speeches, lakeside portraits, and dancing.
One of my favorite details? Sarah changed into her mother’s wedding dress for the reception, while flowers made from that same gown were sewn into her veil.
Congratulations, Rob and Sarah!
Ceremony:: @eaglebrookchurch
Venue:: @silverwoodpark
Planner:: @eventsbyjess
Caterer: @chefjeffmpls
Photographer::@federphotography
Florist:: @malanasophiafloral & @merci_garden
DJ:: Will @midwestsounddj
MUA:: @thebeautycollectivellc
Her Ring:: @princessbridediamonds
His Ring:: @embellirgems
Jewelry:: @helzbergdiamonds
Suit:: @stateandliberty
Baker:: @siftglutenfree
Linens:: @festivitiesmn
Video:: @gadescreativefilms
Wedding Shop:: @flutterbridalco
Wedding Designer:: @colbyjohnbridal
Welcome, to the world sweet Julia! It was such a blessing to see Travis, Marisa, and Jalen again! What joy Julia has brought to this family! Congratulations!!
A quick look at Sarah and Robert’s beautiful garden soirée themed wedding day! I love catching these behind the scenes moments!Congratulations Sarah and Robert
Watching families grow over the years is one of the greatest joys of my job.
I recently photographed sweet baby Noah’s newborn session, and it was so special getting to capture this season for Sarah + Brandon after photographing their engagement, wedding, and growing family through the years.
His big sister absolutely adored him, and those sibling moments melted my heart
I shared more from their session on the blog today! If your family is growing and you’re looking for newborn or family photos in Minnesota, I’d love to connect.
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