Jessica and Neil

Grandview Lodge Brainerd, Minnesota

These are the summer days that make you excited to get up and get out of the city. Lucky for our talented Team Photographer, Erin Johnson, she was set to meet Jessica and Neil up north in the best place possible…

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Therese and Peter

The Depot Minneapolis, Minnesota

Stillwater has an air of romance that never seems to bring a smile to my face when I drive into the sleepy town along the river. For Therese’s family, there’s also a lot of history there especially at the St. Michael Catholic Church…

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Shannon and Jake

Bearpath Country Club Eden Prairie, Minnesota

The sun was shining bright in the blue sky with a gentle breeze cooling the warm summer air. If you were to dream up a summer wedding, I feel that this would be what you imagined. Our talented Team Photographer…

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Merina Burda
Danielle and Tyler

Edward Anne Estate at Bavaria Downs Minnesota

The Brocker family has been a chosen family for Janelle and I for many years and even decades. Janelle used to work for the Brocker’s and was always invited to join their family bowling nights where everyone…

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Cece and Andy

Hope Glen Farm Cottage Grove, Minnesota

Nestled on the outskirts of Cottage Grove sits the rustic and elegant Hope Glen Farm. This green oasis is like a breath of fresh air just outside the city and was the perfect place for Cece and Andy to host their…

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Equestria West Grand Opening

Equestria West at Bavaria Downs Minnesota

When I heard that the great minds at Bavaria Downs were opening a new property, I knew it would be amazing. They have turned the Edward Anne Estate into one of the premier venues in the city and I had…

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Anna and Ben

Almquist Farm Minnesota

Anna Claire and Ben are the glue of their friend group and faith is the glue of their relationship. So their wedding was a celebration of love, faith, and friendship and you can’t get a better combination than that…

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Colette and Peter

Como Park Conservatory Saint Paul, Minnesota

I woke up to an ideal summer day with the sun shining and big puffy white clouds floating in the breeze. The birds were singing and all the flowers were in bloom and I started to feel like I was waking up in the…

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Michelle and Bryon

Redeemer Farm Minnesota

Redeemer Farm is such a sacred place. Each time I step foot in its whitewashed walls and cozy country charm I’m transported to a calm and peaceful place. This was the exact vibe that Michelle and Bryon were…

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Nicole and Judite

Private Residence White Bear Lake, Minnesota

Some small celebrations have enough power and love to fill the biggest venue in the world and Nicole and Judi’s wedding was just that. Our incredible Team Photography, Tasha, joined the pair for a day of love, tons…

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Kyra and Albert

Beach Club Minneapolis, Minnesota

Getting to work alongside friends is one of the biggest perks of my job. So when Kyra and Albert decided to bring my good friend, Tim Long, along to capture their day I was thrilled. We knew each other from my…

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Audrey and Garrison

Grand View Lodge Brainerd, Minnesota

I’ve found that each couple has their own unique way of saying “I love you.” Sometimes it’s little gestures, a certain look, or a little phrase. For Audrey and Garrison, it’s simply saying “hi.” I met this sweet pair at the…

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Jennifer and Lee

Skyroom Red Wing, Minnesota

I’ve had the privilege of seeing Jennifer and Lee through their wedding planning journey. They were the very first couple to book a 2023 wedding in our calendar nearly 1.5 years before the big date. But that just…

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Courtney and Chris

Stout’s Island Lodge Birchwood, Wisconsin

Imagine being whisked away to a far off island with all your closest friends and family to celebrate your love story. Well, Courtney and Chris didn’t have to imagine this because thanks to the help of Jenna Culley…

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Michaela and Oliver

Loring Social Minneapolis, Minnesota

This was the weekend that I decided summer was finally here. The weather was perfect and warm with big fluffy white clouds floating overhead. And of course, it’s the perfect day for a wedding. Our incredible team…

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Kris and Taylor

Hotel Rivington Penthouse New York, New York

This is one of those wedding stories that I’ve sat down to write a few times but just couldn’t capture all the emotion, joy, and love in words alone. So instead, I started with photos and let them tell the story…

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Eleanor and Andrew

Bavaria Downs Chaska, Minnesota

I’m so lucky that I get to meet so many incredible people in my profession and Eleanor and Andrew are two of the best. These two have hearts of gold who have made taking care of others their life and passion…

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Kari and Cole

Grand View Lodge Brainerd, Minnesota

Brainerd has been my home away from home for a while now since my parents have a home there on one of the many lakes. If you’re from Minnesota or the Midwest, you know there’s something special about…

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Kali and Hunter

Church Barn Barron, Wisconsin

As I ventured to the rustic wedding venue in Wisconsin, driving through forests and past fields, it felt like I was on my way to capture a family member's wedding. I had the same butterflies and buzz of excitement…

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Laila and Zachary

Bell Museum Saint Paul, Minnesota

Sometimes the stars align and two people come together that are such a perfect fit, you have to wonder how they found each other in this big beautiful world. This is Laila and Zachary. Their energy, humor…

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Merina Burda