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Peter & Meghan:: St. John’s Abbey Wedding

With a shared love of music and both freshman at College of St. Ben’s and St. John’s University, Peter and Meghan met at a choir festival.  As they traveled around together they also found that they loved the outdoors, cooking, and camping.  The two grew in their friendship as they traveled around to various cities and states.  They also trained for full and half marathons together and eventually started dating.

On August 4th, Peter took Meghan to St. John’s University’s campus for a scenic walk around Lake Sagatagon and headed toward the beautiful chapel at the end of the path.  Meghan thought this might be the moment that she has anticipated for months as they strolled along chatting about various topics, but much to her disappointment, Peter did not ask. As the two headed back to the main campus, Megan figured the great question would come at a later day. But then Peter stopped, and Megan’s heart skipped a beat.  They were standing at the location where Meghan had first told Peter she loved him.  He wanted to continue their story of love in the same place, starting the next chapter of their lives together where the first chapter began, and asked Megan to be his wife.

Continuing on with the love of CSB/SJU Alum’s, the two decided it would be perfectly fitting to be married in the Abbey on campus.  It was a gorgeous day for a beautiful couple!  Peter and Megan, thank you for allowing me into capturing this amazing day.  Best wishes to you both as you continue your lives forward!

 

Vendors who helped make their day great::
Ceremony:: St. John’s Abbey
Reception::Gorecki Dining and Conference Center
Hair:: Salon 501
Make-up:: Facelogic
Florist:: Pam Fourniea
Baker:: Nadia Cakes
DJ:: Dave Ley of MN Pro DJ
Stationary:: Graphic Elements
Wedding Dress Designer:: Allure
Wedding Dress Purchased at:: Bella Bridal Boutique
Bridesmaid Dresses:: David’s Bridal
Men’s Desighner:: Vera Wang purchased at Men’s Warehouse
Meghan’s shoes:: Nina
Rings:: Shane & Co
Earrings:: Etsy

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  • Sergio

    We were blessed to witness such an amazing couple getting married! Amazing photos too! Thanks

  • Lene

    Beautiful pictures❤️

  • Calista

    Could you two be more perfect for each other? Absolutely gorgeous pictures!

  • Sarah

    Glad we were able to be there on this special day. Look forward to seeing you both grow together as a couple. Love you

  • Pam Fourniea

    What a beautiful and amazing day. Karen, you did a remarkable job really bringing the meaning of the day into your pictures. If I know of someone wanting quality photography, I will send them your way!

  • Erin

    Beautiful pictures; beautiful day! Can’t wait to see more pics 🙂

  • Tatum

    You make such a beautiful pair! Cheers to the newest power couple!

Monday Sneaks!

Welcome back to Monday!  I am already feeling like my summer is over with the amount of shoots and wedding I have on my plate for fall, but thankfully this weekend made me remember that summer is still here with its heat index’s and high temps!!  Here are a few from my last week!!  Happy Monday!

Kyle and Christi

Longballa Family

Sweet baby E!

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    Gabe & Mikayla:: Brookings, SD Wedding

    It was Christmas time.  Gabe and Mikayla had met at church camp in ninth grade and had been friends and eventually started dating in college, but had always lived miles and hours apart . Gabe being in Minnesota and Mikayla in South Dakota.  They were now both in their 3rd year of college, an hour away from each other studying hard in different areas of the medical field.  But they were tired of the commute and being away from each other.

    Now they were back at the same camp surrounded by the camp friends they had grown up with as they had all planned to exchange gifts.  Soon it turned into something bigger when Gabe presented Mikayla with a heartfelt photo album entitled “Our Story: Gabe and Mikayla.”   In a creative blend of Scripture and photos, the album walked Mikayla though their relationship from when they had first met and they many adventures they had shared together.  She continued reading until she got to the last page and read “so what’s the next part of our story?  That part begins with a question…”

    She looked up teary-eyed from the album to find Gabe down on one knee asking her to be his wife.

    Their wedding day continued the story as they brought me out to beautiful South Dakota where Mikayla grew up.  Her parents had land and in the last year had put up an amazing pole barn that held their reception.  Family and friends worked hard at accommodating the 300 guests on am amazingly hot day.  And they did an amazing job!!  It was a beautiful wedding with a sparkler send off!!

    Thank you Gabe and Mikayla for allowing me to be with you, it was truly a blessing to me and an incredible day!  Congratulations!!

    Vendors for the day included:
    Hair: Megan Klinkefus
    Florist: Hyvee
    Baker: Heather Johnson
    Wedding Dress: Allure purchased at Jean’s Bridal
    Bridesmaid Dresses: Azazie
    Men’s Designer: Fergen’s
    Engagement Ring: Rogers Jewelers
    Wedding Bands: Zale’s 

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    • Mikayla Langseth

      I love them all Karen!! Amazing job!

    • Erin Alderson

      Beautiful pictures of a great couple! Definitely a hot one, but so perfect!

    • lynn

      Simply beautiful. The photos are amazing…It was great to relive this awesome day!

    • Marci

      These pictures are beautiful!! Karen, you did an awesome job!!

    • Heather Johnson

      Absolutely loved all the pictures!! Terrific job!

    • Deb Bankes

      Absolutely gorgeous pictures!!

    • Sarah Pease

      Beautiful pictures capturing such a special day!

    • Beautiful unique wedding pictures of a unique wedding and special reception for two special people

    Monday sneaks at St. John’s Abbey!!

    This weekend  was gorgeous! It was also filled with a beautiful couple. More of Peter and Megan’s wedding to come next week!!

     

     

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      Land of Promise wedding:: Will & Brianna

      As a waitress at Big Bowl, Briana was used to chatting with customers, but only once (and that was all she needed) did she ever have a customer wait outside and ask her for her number.  Liking the fact that Will was so forthright, she agreed to go on a date with him, which ended up in eight years of dating.  Sharing a love for cooking, Minnesota lakes, two sweet children and fishing, the couple completed one another.

      On one afternoon date, the two ended up at Minehaha Falls. While walking about the area the two ended up taking selfies together and in between photos, Bri turned to find Will down on one knee with a ring in his hand!

      Their love of the outdoors, family and friends was apparent on their wedding day as they exchanged vows at the beautiful Land of Promise.  It was a joy to share this beautiful June day with them!!

      Ceremony:: Land of Promise
      Reception:: Maple Grove Community Center
      Hair and Make-up:: New Attitudes Salon
      Caterer:: The Lookout Bar and Grill
      DJ:: Midwest Sound
      Video:: Chuck Goldman
      Wedding and Bridesmaid Dresses:: David’s Bridal
      Men’s Formal Wear:: Savi Formal Wear
      Rings:: Wedding Day Diamonds 

      And here is your slideshow::

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      • Aunt Katie

        Beautiful pictures!
        It was great to have you visit our home..
        Love you

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