Nicole and Brian

St. Paul Hotel Saint Paul, Minnesota

When this New York actress met Brian from San Francisco, they knew their worlds would never be the same again. They spent their dating relationship traveling across the country trying to bring the two coasts…

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Natalie and Jim Engagement

Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota

Natalie and Jim knew they wanted to show off their hometown pride, but which to choose, Minneapolis or Saint Paul? As we talked about possible locations, they decided to extend their time and just do both! We…

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Jennifer and Bryan Engagement

Linden Hills, Minnesota

I joined Jennifer and Bryan in the Linden Hills neighborhood for their fun and summery Local Adventure engagement session. They were in the middle of planning a wedding in Georgia, so for their engagement…

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Megan and Luke Engagement

Grand Marais, Minnesota

This job takes me to the most amazing places all over the world, but sometimes, the most amazing place is in your home state. Luke is a commercial fisherman in Grand Marais and when he describes what he does…

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Erin and Amir Engagement

Lake Harriett, Minnesota

I met Erin in Mexico at her best friend’s wedding and we instantly hit it off. After a weekend of fun in the sun, we formed a bond and I couldn’t wait to see where life lead her. She’s a former flight attendant, so having…

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Elizabeth and Andy

Early & Wilson Minneapolis, Minnesota

This day felt like photographing a family member's wedding. I’ve traveled all around the country to photograph Andy’s family, from his brother’s senior photos to many family sessions and weddings, I feel…

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Valentines Mini 2022

The Hutton House Minneapolis, Minnesota

It’s no secret that we’re in the business of love. We spend nearly every weekend photographing couples exchanging their promises of forever and we wouldn’t have it any other way. This year, in the season of…

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Haley and Patrick

Saint Paul College Club Saint Paul, Minnesota

When I woke up the morning of Haley and Patrick’s wedding, I could feel that special spark fill the air and knew something great was just around the corner. A beautiful winter wonderland revealed itself as I walked…

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Rebecca and Jared

Grand View Lodge Brainerd, Minnesota

When I was sitting down to write this blog, the first thing that popped into my head was, there’s a lot to like…

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Rachel and Patrick

Landmark Center Saint Paul, Minnesota

I love a New Years Eve wedding. There’s always a certain buzz in the air with the excitement of a new year just around the corner. This one felt extra special though because when I stepped outside there were…

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Leah and Scott

Landmark Center Saint Paul, Minnesota

Leah and Scott’s day started off in a pretty monumental fashion and set the tone for the rest of the wedding in the best possible way. When I entered the bridal suite I was greeted with excitement from every corner…

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Mary and Lindsay

Green Acres Event Center Eden Prairie

The day after Thanksgiving, we had something to be extra thankful for, the union of Mary and Lindsay. They found one another after similar life experiences lead them to where they are today. They both knew how…

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Jessica and Nick

The Beach Club Minneapolis, Minnesota

When I left the house the morning of Jessica and Nick’s wedding, I could feel something magical in the air. Then, quite literally, the sky opened up on my drive over and just like that we had our first big snowfall…

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Jennifer and Bryan

Hardeman Sams Estate Athens, Georgia

Bryan and I go back to high school days when I was his golf coach and we spent hours on the course together. Life took us to different parts of the world but when I got the call that he was getting married…

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Lynnae and Scott

Hall of Kings Minneapolis, Minnesota

When Lynnae and Scott decided to get married, the date was the first and the easiest thing on their list. It was, of course, to take place on Halloween. Friends and family traveled from all around to join these two…

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Catherine and Malai

Mill City Museum Minneapolis, Minnesota

Like many couples planning their wedding for a 2020 date, Catherine and Malai had grand plans that inevitably had to be changed. However in their case, it ended up being even better than they ever…

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Nicole and Jack Part Two Celebration

Bavaria Downs Chaska, Minnesota

I welcomed 2021 with Nicole and Jack at their small I Do Day back in January. The two wanted to exchange vows and start their married life together, but knew they would throw a blow out bash once it was safe…

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Lauren and Brian Part Two Celebration

Bavaria Downs Chaska, Minnesota

Lauren and Brian were originally scheduled to be married last year, but with the world on hold, they had to make some tough decisions. They ultimately decided that they wanted to exchange vows on their original…

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Marissa and Erik Part Two Celebration

Interlachen Country Club Edina, Minnesota

I originally joined Marissa and Erik for a small family ceremony on the lake in 2020. They had planned a big party, but like many others, they opted for a more intimate exchange of vows with the party to come later…

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Alyssa and Gavin

Almquist Farm Hastingings, Minnesota

Today was a big day not just for Alyssa and Gavin, but for my whole family. The way fate and my schedule have aligned, I haven’t been able to take part in a family wedding in nearly 10 years. So when Alyssa…

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