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Wedding Vendors I love working with!

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Today I thought I might put together a list of vendors that come to mind that I frequently refer.  This is just a small list of people I know personally and have rubbed shoulders with throughout the year. Because there are SO many great wedding vendors in our great state of Minnesota, please know that this is just a small list!

If you are looking for specific vendors, I always post them at the end of each wedding I shoot, so feel free to look there if you need more, or love the wedding and want to see more of that specific item!

Florists:
Maven Floral and Styling
Appleblossom Florals
Designs By Rita
Bloom Designs (Central MN)
KMB Floral
Pique Travel Wedding Images copyright of Karen Feder Photography 2017Wedding Dress Shops::
Posh Bridal
Wedding Shoppe
Frank Murphy Fashions
Bella Bridal Boutique
Effie’s Bridal Trunk

wedding make up artist by karen feder photography www.karenfederphotography.comMake-up::
Gunpowder and Gloss
Miranda Xiong
Pique Travel Wedding Stationary Images copyright of Karen Feder Photography 2017Stationary::
Ink Drops and Roses
Jess Bruggink

Pique Travel Wedding wedding cake Images copyright of Karen Feder Photography 2017Desserts::
Amy’s Cupcakes
Patisserie Margo

Karen Feder Photography www.karenfederphotography.comPlanners::
Mackenzie Anderson
Megan Mary Events
Joan Nilsen- Ambiente

Hair stylist Karen Feder Photography www.karenfederphotography.comHair::
139 Hair by Heidi
Bella on the Bay

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    Why I come early to a wedding!

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    When I meet with my wedding clients, I always tell them I will come at least an hour early to their wedding day and not charge them for it. Why would I do this? Isn’t my time worth anything? Yes, it is, and I have found over the years of shooting there’s a good reason to come early.

    When I get to the wedding venue early, I typically check out the lighting for the day.  Is it sunny? Cloudy? Rainy? Is there an overhang, is there a place that is cool? Is there a mud? Is there a place for the bride to stand without squinting? Is there a space large enough for the wedding party? All these questions need to be answered  and sometimes they can’t be until the day of the wedding.

    I also come early to set up any gear and take a look at the ceremony spot before all the guests arrive.  This allows me to see the front  and back of the space I’m in.

    Coming early also helps me to connect with other vendors so that I can put a name to a face,  as well as shoot details of the dress, shoes, stationary and other details without feeling rushed.  I can also meet members of the wedding party and the parents.

    Because I want the photography timeline that the couple and I have worked out to stay in tact, coming early allows me to let other vendors know who are on site, (for example the make up artist for hair stylist) know that the next portion of the day is about to start.

    Just a few tips as to why to come early for the day!

    Minneapolis Geode wedding by Karen Feder Photography www.karenfederphotography.com

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      Rochester Winter Wedding:: Laura and Evin

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      Would you rather…

      Get married on a beach or in the middle of winter in Rochester?  Laura and Evin chose the latter, and it is a game that this sweet couple played when they first started dating and still play when they need a good laugh!  The two met at Crossroads College in Rochester while Laura was working in the housing space on campus and Evin showed up as a renter and noticed the pretty brunette right away.  She knew he was a great renter, but wasn’t after a relationship. Two years later Evin finally gathered his nerve when the two were paired for a work project and he finally asked her out!

      After dating for a year or so, Evin knew he wanted to ask Laura to be his wife.  They were on vacation at a cabin up north with Laura’s family.  After going out for pizza, Evin took Laura out for a boat ride to watch the sunset. As they neared the center of the lake, Evin asked Laura to light a firework and throw it up.  She was a little baffled by the question as they were enjoying a nice romantic boat ride, but did as he asked and when she turned around from throwing it up, found Evin on one knee with a ring in one hand and his phone in the other asking her to marry him!

      Their February wedding day was absolutely perfect.  A fresh blanket of snow fell in the morning hours followed by filtered light in the afternoon to a beautiful sunset in the evening. Warming up just enough to bear the cold, we all headed to Essex Park in Rochester for outdoor photos.  Laura looked incredible in her custom made Azdress white gown and hair piece from Lo & Behold while her bridesmaids stayed warm and beautiful in their emerald green dresses from David’s Bridal in Rochester. The dried florals from The Posey Shop  (a brilliant idea for outdoor winter weddings in MN!) were a perfect pop of pinks against the gowns.  Evin wore a tweed dark brown suit jacket from Studio Suites, perfect to stay warm in the winter weather and his groomsmen looked stunning in the brown sweaters, gold ties and plaid emerald and navy scarves.  They sported their wintery boutonnieres from Which Goose.  Laura and Evin created their invitations from Vista Print and held their ceremony and reception at their home church of Mercy Hill.  Because the couple doesn’t care much for dancing, they decided to incorporate an improv comedy act for their guests after dinner of which many were entertained.

      Laura and Evin, your wedding day was amazing.  Thank you from the bottom of my heart for asking me to document it for you, I am thrilled that you found one another and wish you both many blessings as you begin your life together!

      Ceremony and Reception::  Mercy Hill Church // Hair and Make-Up:: Bride// Florist:: The Posey Shop, Hyvee and Which Goose // Wedding Dress:: AZDRESS Custom made wedding gown // Bridesmaids Dresses:: David’s Bridal//  Bridal headpiece: Lo & Behold  Caterer:: Hyvee// Men’s Ware:: Studio Suits // Rings:: Blue Nile and Tommyway Jewelry // Stationery:: Vista Print  // Comedy Act:: Mike and Nate Improve Comedy // 

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        How to put together your wedding day time line

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        One of the very first questions I receive in a wedding consultation is

        How much time do I need for photos on my wedding day?

        Knowing how long and when photos are to take place sets up most of the other vendors for the day and knowing how to put this together can help tremendously and alleviate lots of stress when meeting with other vendors and figuring out how your day might look.

        Typically when I get this question, there are a few other questions that I usually have for the couple:
        What time is your wedding at?
        How long is your ceremony?
        Will you be doing a first look, or do you plan on not seeing each other before the ceremony?
        How large is your wedding party?
        What photos are most important to you?
        Do you want to go to an alternate location between the ceremony and reception?

        From here, we can start setting up the time line of the day.  So to give you an example say you have a 4:00 wedding, the ceremony is 30 minutes long, you are planning on seeing each other beforehand for the first look, want an alternate location and have an average wedding party of 10 attendants and the photos of you and your spouse are of utmost importance.

        Knowing all this information, I would advise you on booking a 10 hour day and the time line would look like this:

        1:00- Wedding party to arrive at getting ready location, detail shots, finishing touches shots
        1:30-First look with bride and groom, photos together
        2:00- Wedding Party photos
        2:30- Bride’s family photo (add in grandparents and other extended family)
        3:00- Groom’s family photo (add in grandparents and other extended family)
        3:30- Prep/ hide for ceremony
        4:00- Ceremony Begins
        4:30- Ceremony ends/ greet guests
        5:00- Head to alternate location in transportation
        7:00- Announcement of bride and groom
        7:15 Dinner served/ Cake cutting/ Sunset photos of Bride and Groom/ Toasts
        8:30- Dance begins- Reception candids
        11:00 End of contract

        Hope that helps in your planning!

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          Zach and Maria:: Winter wonderland wedding

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          When Maria took a job lifeguarding at the YMCA she never dreamed she would meet the man she would marry. Dark hair, blue eyes and being a lifeguard, Maria noticed Zach right away. As they began talking, they realized they had a lot in common; their love for the Lord, dogs, the water, family, and swing dancing.

          After a few years of dating, Zach knew he was ready to propose. He drove to Bismarck where Mario was in school and surprised her one Friday night in the chapel where he got down on one knee and asked Maria to be his wife.  She was completely stunned and surprised and said yes right away!

          Their February wedding day was a winter bliss! It was beautiful, crisp and the sun was shining. I honestly could not get enough of Maria’s Allure romance BLUSH dress. It was so fitting for the season while her wintery wedding greens by Divine Blooms stood out adding a beautiful array of texture and elegance. The bridesmaids navy Azlnzinns Papell dresses from Macy’s paired well with the rose colored wraps they used to keep warm in. The men stayed warm in their tweed vests with blue shirts. Maria glowed throughout the day and as she interacted with guests with makeup and hair done by JB Carour in New Brighton.  Her solitaire rose gold band and diamond by Kay Jewelers sparkled and shined throughout the day. Chef Jeff provided tasty and exquisite food for all the guests while a the wedding party seat at a rustic barn wood table from Apres.  A family friend baked rich bark themed rustic wedding cake for the couple and guests to share. Instant Request brought the house down as friends and family wrapped up the night with dancing and celebration while Lisa Murphy made sure that the entire wedding day went off without a hitch, which it did!

          Zack and Maria it was an honor to be able to share your day with you and I hope our paths cross again in the near future and have a wonderful time in the Bahamas!! Congratulations again!

          Ceremony and Reception::  Saint John the Baptist Church // Hair and Make-Up:: JB Carour// Florist:: Divine Blooms // Wedding Dress:: Allure Romance// Bridesmaids Dresses:: Azlnzinna Papell from Macy’s //  Caterer:: Chef Jeff // Men’s Ware:: Halberstadt’s // Rings::  Kay and Helzberg Diamonds // Stationery:: Created by the bride //  Shoes::  Clarks  // DJ::  Instant Request // Cake::  Created by a friend  // Second Shooter:: Crystal Headberg // Rental:: Apres // Planner::  Lisa Murphy // Bar Service:: Surdyks

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