Nicole and Kyle

Hotel Ivy Minneapolis, Minnesota

This whole day felt like a family reunion and a homecoming. Then add on top the sweetest and most genuine couple I could ask for and you end up with a recipe for the perfect wedding day. I met Nicole at…

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Natalie and Garrett

Quincy Hall Minneapolis, Minnesota

You can always tell when someone marries their best friend because there’s this extra spark and deep connection that fills the space with an intangible energy. That’s exactly what I felt when I first met Natalie and Garrett…

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Jill and Mitchell

Grand View Lodge Brainerd, Minnesota

This was the party of a lifetime. How would I even sum up this day? Joy and love? Absolutely. Fun and hilarity? Of course! But when it comes right down to it, it’s really all about Elvis…

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Kimberly and Ted

Glensheen Mansion Duluth, Minnesota

This one hits close to the heart. When I asked the woman of my dreams to marry me on the stormy shores of Lake Superior one chilly night, I knew this coastline would have a special place in our relationship…

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Ali and Jon

The Hewing Hotel Minneapolis, Minnesota

It’s no secret, I have a total crush on The Hewing Hotel and everything they’re doing there. So when I met Ali and Jon and they told me they were planning their entire wedding there, I was definitely over the moon…

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Victoria and David

McNamara Alumni Center Minneapolis, Minnesota

As autumn began to draw near with the crisp cool nights and the shorter days, somehow even the light rain showers felt special and atmospheric. Tasha arrived at the gorgeous Graduate Hotel as the rain fell which…

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Morgan and Ben

The Depot Minneapolis, Minnesota

This was a day filled with heart and intentionality from beginning to end. To say they put a lot of love into their wedding day would be a huge understatement, it was so much more. But from the moment I met…

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Jessica and Matt

Minneapolis Event Centers Minneapolis, Minnesota

If there was a fun barometer, this wedding day would have been off the charts! I had this date circled in my calendar for a long time and was really looking forward to spending the day with these amazing people…

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Archana and Aritra

JW Marriott Minneapolis, Minnesota

When Anna Senrick contacted me to ask about my availability for one of her wedding couples, I knew it was going to be good. After meeting Archana and Aritra, I knew it was the perfect fit and their day sounded…

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Molly and Ross

Villa Bellezza Pepin, Wisconsin

When you find the recipe for happiness, everyone wants to know your secret. In Molly and Ross’ case, there is no secret ingredient, everyone around them knows it’s unconditional and unwavering love. Being in a room…

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Taylor and Nick

The Regency St. Cloud, Minnesota

There are some weddings where I honestly feel more like a guest attending a friend's wedding than a hired photographer and this was one such event in the best way possible. Upon arriving at the church in St. Cloud…

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Shelby and Kevin

Bavaria Downs Chaska, Minnesota

When I first met Shelby and Kevin I knew I was meeting a very special pair. Shelby had taken the brave leap and moved from China to live in the US with her cousin. She created a close knit bond with her US family…

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Kelsey and Steve

Hazeltine National Golf Club Chaska, Minnesota

When I met Kelsey and Steve we had an instant connection. We talked about their wedding dreams of course, but then the conversation quickly turned to golf and exchanging stories. They had always dreamt…

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Sarah and Sean

Minneapolis Event Centers Minneapolis, Minnesota

If you’ve ever experienced Minnesota in mid-august, you know the hot summer days that lead into the cool nights which have hints of autumn in the air. Before the busy school season is upon us but at the tail end of summer…

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Kristen and Austin

The Machine Shop Minneapolis, Minnesota

People who love food are some of my very favorites and Kristen and Austin definitely fit into this category. They decided to turn their wedding into a full weekend event and began the festivities the night before the big day…

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Hannah and Jon

Villa Bellezza Pepin, Wisconsin

When your heart lives in Italy but your home is in the midwest, you choose the best of both worlds. For Hannah and Jon this meant the stunning vineyard and venue, Villa Bellezza. Our amazing team…

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Katie and Joey

Wayzata Country Club Wayzata, Minnesota

Whenever I see Nicolle Sellers name show up on a couple’s first meeting notes I know this is going to be an amazing wedding and a lovely couple. Katie and Joey definitely did not disappoint and we clicked right…

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Emily and Jacob

Villa Bellezza Pepin, Wisconsin

When Emily and Jacob met at a climbing gym they knew they were the perfect fit for one another and were excited to go on adventures together for the rest of their lives. When I met this adventurous pair, I too knew…

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Kristin and Thor

Hotel Landing Wayzata, Minnesota

This beautiful August day was meant to be enjoyed by the lake, so the gorgeous Hotel Landing in Wayzata was the perfect place for Kristin and Thor. Modern and stylish, the space was ideal for big lake views…

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Shelbie and Anthony

Radisson Blu MOA Minneapolis, Minnesota

I’ve been working with the Pop Up Weddings team for almost two years now and we’ve all become so close like a tight knit little family. So when Dawn of Flutterby Celebrations called to refer me to Shelbie and Anthony…

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