Wedding Date: September 19th 2025

Anna and Lincoln’s wedding day at The Grand 1858 inside the Minneapolis Event Center had that perfect mix of elegance and joy from the very beginning. It was one of those days where everything felt relaxed and happy, the kind of celebration where you could tell everyone was simply excited to be there witnessing two people so clearly in love.

The day began with Anna and Lincoln spending time separately with their closest friends and family as the final details came together. The wedding party looked incredible. The guys wore tan suits paired with mint green ties that matched the bridesmaids’ dresses perfectly, giving the entire group a soft, coordinated look that felt fresh and classic at the same time.

Their ceremony was joyful from start to finish. Guests gathered as the ceremony began, and from the moment Anna walked down the aisle the entire space filled with smiles. When they were finally pronounced married, Anna and Lincoln practically floated back down the aisle together. They laughed, kissed, and celebrated their way back toward their friends and family, clearly overwhelmed with happiness.

Afterward we spent a little time together along the riverfront taking in the soft light and the beautiful mist hanging over the water. They shared a quiet exchange of letters with one another. Reading each other’s words privately created this beautiful pause in the middle of the excitement of the day. Outside along the river, a gentle mist had settled over the city. The fog hung thick over the water, creating this dreamy atmosphere that felt almost cinematic.

Back inside The Grand 1858, the celebration really kicked into full gear. Guests welcomed the newlyweds with cheers as they made their entrance, and the room quickly filled with energy. Dinner was accompanied by heartfelt and hilarious toasts that had the entire room laughing. Then came the dances, and they were unforgettable. Once the dance floor opened, it stayed full. Friends and family packed the floor, celebrating a couple who clearly mean so much to everyone around them.

Anna and Lincoln, thank you for trusting me to capture such a beautiful day. From the misty river views to the laughter-filled dance floor, your wedding was filled with warmth, joy, and the kind of love that makes a day truly unforgettable.

Vendors: The Grand 1858: Minneapolis Event Centers (venue), Leah Bartizal (day-of wedding coordinator), Luke Sames (DJ)