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La Pointe Events, WI Wedding:: Lindsey and Carl

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Lindsey and Carl met while playing Ultimate Frisbee while they were in college at the University of Minnesota Duluth. Both enjoy adventuring, traveling and being with friends and family. While hiking the Grand Canyon in Arizona with friends, Carl unexpectedly proposed to Lindsey as the sun was coming up and for the rest of the hike, the two talked and planned their wedding day. Back in October, I was able to photograph Carl and Lindsey’s fall engagement and it was then I knew how much fun we were going to have on their wedding day.

Lindsey and Carl chose to have their wedding take place at the brand new La Pointe Events in Sommerset, WI because of the woodsy outdoor theme along the Apple River. Their spring day was absolutely perfect and every photographer’s dream. Lindsey and her bridesmaids began in matching robes while Molly Sames and Emma Sievek did their hair and make up. Lindsey’s mom helped her get into her stunning dress from Budget Bridal Boutique and she went to greet her father for a first look before seeing Carl for the first time.

The tall pines were a beautiful backdrop as Lindsey and Carl’s wedding party joined us for photos. The bridesmaids beautiful sage Azazie dresses were beautiful when paired with the beautiful blooms that held wooden blooms that Lindsey created. Carl and his groomsmen sported dark grey suits also from Azazie and together this wedding party made me laugh so hard as we had so much fun together.

Carl and Lindsey chose to have their ceremony along the beautiful Apple River and guests were seated for breathtaking views of the property. Lindsey and her father had an emotional walk down the aisle and the sun made its appearance as the two exchanged vows. We soaked up every bit of sunshine as we did golden hour photos together and then headed into their beautiful reception space where toasts, dancing and a hilarious rendition was preformed by Lindsey’s family and friends from her cabin. Adagio continued to bring the party to the guests while the catering team at La Ponte served a tasty meal and dessert.

Lindsey and Carl, you are incredible and so much fun. Thank you for including me in your wedding day and trusting me to document your incredible event and I hope your honeymoon to St. Lucia is amazing!

Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony and Reception:: La Pointe Events // Hair:: Hair by Molly Sames // Make-Up:: Emma Sievek // Caterer:: La Pointe Events// Florist:: Created by bride // DJ/Band:: Adagio // Stationary:: The Knot // Wedding Dress:: Budget Bridal Boutique // Bridesmaid dresses:: Azazie// Men’s designer:: Azazie //

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    Why I meet and reach out to other vendors

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    As a business, it is easy to meet and connect with my clients.  I actually require it either over a FaceTime or Zoom meeting or in person of all my clients because I want to make sure that we are a good fit for one another for the wedding day.  I want to really get to know their personalities as a couple, as well as for them to get to know me as a photographer and a person.  I don’t want any surprises to come for my clients in what they are receiving from me or what I deliver.  It makes sense.

    But there are other people that I also meet with on a regular basis, and that is the other vendors that are working in the wedding industry.  Not only other florists, event planners and bands, but other photographers. This not only brings community to the industry, but also allows me to personally meet people I want to refer!

    I have loved getting to know some incredible people in the industry through a few different networking events, meetings for coffee and Chipolte, and online meetings. Clubhouse has also been a game changer for me. I am loving this app and the way I am able to hear and interact with everyday people from all over the world doing the same thing I am doing!

    If you are a vendor and we haven’t yet connected, please reach out.I would love to meet you in person or online!!

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      The Loft at Studio J, Stillwater:: Wedding

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      Both Teddy and Sophia had mutual friends in high school, but the two had never crossed paths until their senior year. She started crushing on him at the start of the year and they finally talked to each other on Halloween. Clicking right away, the two began talking and a few weeks later went on their first date.

      Since then, they graduated from high school and both attended the University or Minnesota where they both studied, made lifelong friends and gained priceless memories. Sophia and Teddy have traveled to California, Oregon, Texas, Maine, Colorado, Illinois and Utah together.

      In the winter of 2020, Teddy and Sophia went to his parents cabin. On the morning of New Years Eve, Teddy woke Sophia up early. After going on a walk and taking a dip in the the sauna, he suggested she take a little nap. Little did she know that while she was napping, he was setting up the proposal. When she woke up, Sophia walked out to the living room where she saw candles, flowers and Teddy in the middle of it all on one knee.

      Having friends and family together again was so exciting for Sophia and Teddy and they were so happy to finally be able to celebrate with them. The Loft at Studio J was a perfect location for their April wedding day. This historic industrial building in the beautiful city of Stillwater was a perfect location for both indoor and outdoor photos. Sophia’s lace dress from A&Be Bridal was even more beautiful when paired with the sage bridesmaid dresses from Birdy Grey. Lakeside floral created the most incredible bouquets which held white and melon roses and a variety of greens . Around Sophia’s bouquet, a small pendant from her great grandmother who immigrated to America from Ireland was perfectly placed. Teddy and his groomsmen sported classic black suits with black ties from Atmosfere. Each beautifully decorated table was numbered with a photo of Sophia and Teddy at the age in which the table number was. A blank sheet of paper was also placed at each table so that together guests could write a letter for Sophia and Teddy to open at their future anniversaries. Bella Vida served a tasty meal while Cakealicious provided an incredible cake and sweet cupcakes for the guests. Joe from Day One DJ welcomed the couple and guests to the dance floor and the party began and did not stop until the night was over and there was even a guest song sung by Teddy’s uncle.

      Sophia and Teddy, thank you for an incredible day and congratulations! I can’t wait to see where life takes you as you explore many more places together and celebrate your honeymoon in Italy and Greece. Happy wedding day!

      Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony and Reception:: The Loft at Studio J// Florist:: Lakeside Floral // Wedding Dress:: A&be Bridal // Hair and Makeup:: Spa Beauty Agency // Bridesmaids Dresses:: Kaia Sage Dress from Birdy Grey // Mens’ Ware:: Atmosfere // Rings:: Engagement Ring :: James Allen, Sophia Wedding Band :: Wedding Day Diamonds & Teddy Wedding Band :: Manly Bands // Caterer:: Bella Vida // DJ: Day One DJ // Baker: Cakealicious: //

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        Bearpath Country Club, Eden Prairie:: Wedding

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        As college athletes, Jake and Hannah’s paths crossed as mutual friends introduced them in a dorm room while they were both attending college in South Dakota. They two quickly became friends and hung out throughout the year until Jake eventually asked Hannah to a movie and the two quickly became an item. They dated throughout college and graduated together, and purchased a home together.

        Hannah decided to go to Charlotte, NC to celebrate Christmas with her extended family. Jake was caught up with work and couldn’t go with her. Hannah was determined to have a great time while she was there and the firs night, the girls took her out for sushi and a movie. Upon returning to the house, the entire basement was decorated with lights and signs with Jake in the middle with a ring. Hannah was utterly surprised and realized her family was all in on the surprise proposal. They were all able to celebrate with cake and champagne together that evening.

        Like many couples of 2020, Jake and Hannah were supposed to be wed in July, but Covid uprooted their plans and they had to change venues and their date. The two decided on the beautiful Bearpath Country Club in Eden Prairie. Their July day was a beautiful summer day with a slight breeze and incredible group of people to celebrate with.

        Hannah wore a beautiful lace gown from Effe’s Bridal Trunk while her bridesmaids wore deep red dresses from the Wedding Shoppe with beautiful florals created by Christine’s Floral Touch. Jake and his groomsmen, many that he played college football with, were in black tuxes from Men’s Warehouse which were fitting for the day. Hannah’s aunt, who has overcome cancer, married the couple in a tear jerking ceremony and one of her cousins sang beautifully. The club catered an incredible meal while Farina Baking Company brought in an incredible cake and macaroons and sweets for desserts. Hannah’s father, who had a heart attack only four months earlier, brought a speech that left no dry eye in the place and ended with joyful laughter had by all.Their wedding party was incredible to be with, and SO much fun! Bellagala welcomed the couple to the dance floor and the party began and did not stop until the night was over.

        It was an incredible day. Thank you Hannah and Jake for including me in it. Cheers to many years of blissful love!

        Vendors for the day included::// Ceremony and Reception:: Bearpath Country Club //Florist:: Christine Kolb of Christine’s Floral Touch // Wedding dress:: Effe’s Bridal Trunk// Hair:: Brittany Kelly// Make-up:: Merry White from Creative Beaute Agency // Bridesmaid Dresses:: Wedding Shoppe //Men’s Ware:: Men’s Warehouse// Stationery:: Zola // Caterer:: Bearpath Country Club// Baker:: Farina Baking Company// DJ:: Bellagala // Video:: Bellagala // Bride’s Shoes:: David’s Bridal// Photobooth:: Bellagala // Rings:: Thurston Jewelers

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          Cottage Grove:: Micro Wedding

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          To those that love a good love story, Heather and Ryan’s as one for the books! Meeting when they were only 15 years old, Heather and Ryan commuted back-and-forth from Inver Grove Heights to Saint Paul to see one another. Their relationship continued throughout high school and into college, bringing prom, graduation, college graduation, moves to and from other states to finally getting married back in the house Heather grew up in.

          Both Heather and Ryan decided to have just close friends and family present with them on their wedding day in August and plan to celebrate with their friends and extended family next year.

          The couple decided to do their first look in Heather‘s backyard where the ceremony would be, and a day predicted of only rain, finally let up and the sun peaked through for a few moments to bring glorious relief to the day. We then traveled to Como Park and Conservatory, the place where Heather and Ryan did their prom pictures, for photos of the two of them together.

          We then headed back to Heather‘s family‘s home where Ryan and Heather were wed. The couple then celebrated with authentic Indian food, memories and laughter with family and friends.

          Heather and Ryan, I look forward to celebrating again with you next year, congratulations! 

          Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony and Reception:: Private Residence // Heather’s Dress:: BHLDN Weddings // Ryan’s suit:: Suit Supply // Florals:: Market Flowers- Minneapolis // Hair and Make Up:: Samantha of Sweet One Salon // Catering:: India Palace // Cake:: Costco with Heather’s decorating skills!

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