Emily and Nicholas

Little Log House Pioneer Village Hastings, Minnesota

Have you heard of the amazing Neon Museum just outside of Las Vegas? It’s where old signs and pieces of history are retired and kept for another generation to enjoy. When I heard about the Little Log House Pioneer Village…

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Merina Burda
Tammy and Steve

Grand View Lodge and Cragun’s Legacy Courses Brainerd, Minnesota

Every weekend I find something new and beautiful to appreciate while I witness others' love stories as they exchange vows and promise forever to one another. This weekend, I traveled up North to the Brainerd…

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Merina Burda
Christel and Chad

Grandview Lodge Brainerd, Minnesota

We love being part of Grandview Lodge weddings, so when we’re invited to capture two in a row it feels like we won the lottery! Our Team Photographer, Tasha, was excited to be part of Christel and Chad’s…

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Merina Burda
Lauren and Travis

Grandview Lodge Brainerd, Minnesota

Asking someone to capture your wedding day is a huge honor because you’re essentially letting them into your closest circle of friends on one of the most important days of your life. Lauren and Travis, along with…

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Merina Burda
Katie and David

Clyde Iron Works Duluth, Minnesota

Duluth has a special place in my heart. I sprung a surprise road trip on Janelle when we were dating and proposed to her on a cold night on a bluff overlooking Lake Superior while a camp fire kept us warm…

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Merina Burda
Mackenzie and Alec

Edina Country Club Edina, Minnesota

This one feels very close to home both literally and figuratively. When Amy at the Edina Country Club met Mackenzie and Alec, she had them contact us right away and we’re so happy she did! They both have a…

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Merina Burda
Kari and Mike

Evergreen Lake House Colorado

We haven’t had a big Vick family wedding in years, so when I got the call that my cousin Kari was engaged, we blocked off a week and knew we would travel wherever their hearts desired. Kari and Mike are those…

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Merina Burda
Emily and Theodore

Hayvn at Hay River Wisconsin

As I made the drive to Wisconsin, I couldn’t help but reflect on the past year. This is a very personal wedding day for me because I get to capture the day of my son’s assistant teacher. She made every day…

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Merina Burda
Michelle and Michael

Hazeltine National Golf Club Chaska, Minnesota

It’s not often that you meet two people that make you smile just by the mention of their name, but that is definitely Michelle and Michael for me. I was honored to join them back in May for a courthouse-style…

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Merina Burda
Angie and Nick

Chankaska Creek Winery Minneapolis, Minnesota

Just across the river from my birth town of St. Peter, lies a lush oasis overflowing with grape vines and welcoming faces, Chankaska Creek Winery. As I drove through St. Peter, I couldn’t help but feel like a kid…

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Merina Burda
Parmpreet and Prince

The Hilton Rochester, Minnesota

3 days, 5 dresses, and 3 years in the making, Parmpreet and Prince’s amazing wedding celebration was one of the most memorable and grand events I’ve ever been a part of. Rochester holds a very special place…

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Merina Burda
Angie and Nick Engagement

Minneapolis, Minnesota

I’ve known Angie’s family for nearly 20 years. I’ve photographed their senior photos, weddings, and feel like one of the family. When Angie called me to tell me she found the perfect guy and they’re getting married…

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Merina Burda
Julia and Matthew Engagement

Minneapolis, Minnesota

You know Julia and Matthew are completely smitten with each other from the moment you see them together. I knew this from the first time we met and their love only seemed to grow stronger when we met…

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Merina Burda
Christina and Aaron Engagement

Interlachen Country Club Edina, Minnesota

Christina and Aaron were busy planning their wedding that would take place at the stunning Interlachen Country Club later in the year. When we started talking about locations for their engagement session…

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Merina Burda
Claire and Jeff Engagement

Minneapolis, Minnesota

I’ve known Claire for a long time as a fellow wedding vendor. Being part of the Minnesota wedding industry meant that we would often cross paths and over time got to know each other and became friends…

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Merina Burda
Alyssa and Gavin Engagement

Minneapolis, Minnesota

here’s some extra special magic that happens when you get to photograph family, and Alyssa and Gavin are the perfect example of that! Alyssa is my wife's cousin and we have been honored to come alongside…

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Merina Burda
Vick Family Session by Tasha

Minnesota

Tasha has been a close friend of mine for many years and has built an incredible photography career of her own focusing on both weddings and families. In 2020, I had the idea of creating a Team Photographer…

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Merina Burda
Elizabeth and Andy Engagement

Minneapolis, Minnesota

I feel like I’ve traveled the country with Elizabeth and Andy. We first met at his cousin's wedding in Montana, then our paths crossed again at his other cousin’s wedding in Kansas, but now, we finally met back in…

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Merina Burda
Marissa and Robert

Lafayette club Minnetonka, Minnesota

When I joined Marissa and Robert at Lake Minnetonka for their engagement session, it was the perfect day in the perfect setting and I didn't know how it could get any better than that. But when I arrived…

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Merina Burda
Abby and Frank

Lafayette Club Wayzata, Minnesota

As I walked up to the Minneapolis Marriott West, I knew today was going to be one of those iconic Minnesota wedding days. I entered the bridal suite and everyone was ready and excited so I had all the…

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Merina Burda