Minneapolis Event Center Minneapolis, MN

I knew early on these two would be in my life for a while. It all started with an invitation to their home along the river flats of St. Paul and that same vibe continued all through the wedding day…

MinnesotaMerina BurdaNovember 12, 2018Minneapolis, Minnesota, Midwest, MN Gophers, Dogs, Bubbles, Sparklers, Sparkler Send Off, Lake, Stone Arch Bridge

Rachel & Venu

Temple Israel + JW Marriott Minneapolis, MN

When two of the smartest, loveliest, people on the planet find each other we have to think is the universe fair? What a wedding! Let’s really get down and throw Jewish tradition at some Indian…

MinnesotaMerina BurdaMay 28, 2017Bloomington, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Hotel, Henna, Chuppah, Traditional Indian Floral Leis, Downtown, Skyline, Stone Arch Bridge, Champagne, Cupcakes, Horah

Alex & Andy

Aria Minneapolis, MN

When you have so much in common with someone, why not crush on them and then ask for their hand in marriage? That sounded like a good plan to Andy! Both are driven professionally as…

MinnesotaMerina BurdaApril 1, 2017Minneapolis, Minnesota, Champagne, Father-Daughter Reveal, Sunflare, Stone Arch Bridge, Mississippi River, April Fools Day, April Fools Trick, Night Photography

Jennifer & Phillip

Millennium Hotel Minneapolis, MN

This was a special day for both Janelle and I. Jenny is the first of the Brocker family women to get married out of the nine siblings. If you count Janelle and I ‘semi-adopted,’ then I guess that would…

MinnesotaMerina BurdaFebruary 11, 2017Minneapolis, Minnesota, Guthrie Theater, Yellow Room, Level Nine, Gold Metal Sign, Downtown, Stone Arch Bridge, Billiards, Pool, Dancing

Mallory & Kyle Engagement

Stone Arch Bridge Minneapolis, MN

The Magic of Minneapolis; who doesn’t have a crush on St. Anthony Main, the Aster Café, and the famous Stonearch Bridge? For an area of town that is well documented, I love to throw my…

Engagement FeaturedMerina BurdaOctober 6, 2016Minneapolis, Minnesota, Downtown, Rain, Umbrella, Stone Arch Bridge, Night Photography, Wood Letters, Metal Sign, Silhouette, Skyline

Paula & Jason

Holy Family Catholic Church + Nicollet Island Pavillon Minneapolis, MN

These two know how to compete for each other’s hearts. Janelle and I loved our special connection with both of you heading into your big day. Nicollet Island Pavilion sure knows how to…

MinnesotaMerina BurdaOctober 1, 2016Saint Louis Park, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Wedding Dress Shop, Grain Belt Beer Sign, Stone Arch Bridge, Running, Running Shoes, Mississippi River, Trolley, Sunset, Night Photography

Natasha & Sohail Engagement

Minneapolis, MN

Now this was fun. Natasha’s sister, Hana, has been a friend doubling as a talented industry friend for years. We have worked on many sets together, so coming alongside family to celebrate a special occasion was extra…

Engagement FeaturedMerina BurdaAugust 15, 2016Minneapolis, Minnesota, Saint Anthony Main, Stone Arch Bridge, Downtown, Skyline, Mississippi River, Hennepin Avenue Bridge, Traditional Indian Clothing, Guthrie Theater, Yellow Room, Level Nine, Silhouette, Gold Metal Sign

Tina & Kevin Engagement

Minneapolis, MN

These two are easy to love. They know just how lucky they are to have found each other in life. Putting aside their differences (one being a Packer-lover, the other being a Viking-lover), we…

Engagement FeaturedMerina BurdaAugust 10, 2016Minneapolis, Minnesota, Downtown, Mississippi River, Hennepin Avenue Bridge, Saint Anthony Main, Aster Cafe, Minnesota Vikings, Green Bay Packers, Football, Hammock, Stone Arch Bridge