Beauty and color! Just 2 words to describe this beautiful couple and their wedding! More photos to come next week! I am so excited to share!

Beauty and color! Just 2 words to describe this beautiful couple and their wedding! More photos to come next week! I am so excited to share!

I had the privilege of meeting Katie at a wedding I was shooting last summer. She was one of the bridesmaids. I was beyond thrilled to work with her again when she asked if I would be willing to shoot her wedding! I met her and Mark at her place on a windy Saturday afternoon. They had chosen a place Katie was very familiar with and one that was special to them. Her parents used to take her on walks around the beautiful campus of St. Kate’s in St. Paul when she was a child. Now she and Mark walk their dog regularly around the campus.






Mark brought along his collector car for some of the photos. On their wedding day, they will be riding away in his dad’s beautiful white collector Porsche.








Yes, I know who blogs about at hotel!? And here I go. The last day in CA we stayed in LA at this super funky hotel called the Custom Hotel (see web site HERE, and their web-site photos are waaaay better than mine).
We walked into the lobby and I knew my husband had chosen this place for me. As soon as we entered our room, I snatched out my camera and told Kevin to huddle in the corner while I tried to capture the ambiance of the room. It reminded me of the Walker Art center in Minneapolis, it was just so funky; I mean, dog comforters?! So cool!
If you are flying out of LAX in the new future, consider this wonderfully modern hotel!



I want my shampoo bottles to look and smell like this!
Happy Friday!
Like two peas in a pod, so are Candace and Keith. They met randomly at a Georgia/ Florida tailgating party. She with her girlfriends and hm with his buddies, Candace recalls how good looking she thought Keith was. The two hit it off immediately, and after getting to know them a bit, I understand why!
With the two living in Georgia, I was so glad we were able to meet before their wedding day to do their engagement session. I laughed a lot with them and we had a great time perusing Loring Park in Minneapolis. I can not wait for their October wedding!










Should be some home rivalry when these two watch football together. They are still truly devoted to their teams, but will agree to disagree!
Congrats to you both! I can not wait to work with you!
As a photographer I get to see so many different styles of weddings. One of my favorite is the wedding dress. I had my intern, Lauren, pick a few of her favorites to post from the past 3 years. Here are the beauties that she pulled!







Happy Wednesday!
Katie Nick’s June wedding at Seven Vines Vineyard was the perfect blend of timeless elegance and joyful celebration. From the classic black-and-white wedding party attire to the dreamy golden hour portraits among the vines, every detail felt effortlessly sophisticated.
Surrounded by their favorite people and endless love, these two kicked off married life in the most beautiful way.
Bride:: @katie_koplien
Groom:: @nickl3w21
Venue:: @7vinesvineyard
Hair:: @sunbearspasalon
MUA:: @sunbearspasalon
Caterer:: @creativecateringbymollyllc
Florist:: @floreinspired
Ice cream truck:: @lildippersoftserve
Wedding Dress:: @casablancabridal
Wedding Dress Shop:: @bellabridalbtq
Rings:: @weddingdaydiamonds
Menswear:: @menswearhouse
Bridesmaid Dresses:: @azazieofficial
Stationary:: @theknot
Videography:: @alexandrafilms_
Photography:: @federphotography
Baby Mary has arrived and is already so deeply loved by Nicole and Aaron.
I’ve had the true honor of photographing this family since their oldest was born over 16 years ago, and watching their story grow through each new season has been something really special. From newborn snuggles to busy, full family life being invited back again and again is something I never take for granted.
This family is deeply rooted in the world of forage, county fairs, and raising and showing lambs and sheep, so it only felt fitting to include a little lamb hat for baby Mary’s first photos. A small nod to a big part of their life and traditions.
Welcome to the world, sweet girl
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!!