Winter is the perfect time of year for a winter wedding. Just ask Stefanie & Bryce as they planned an elegant day of events centered around their family and faith. It started with a touching ceremony inside their home church and the party carried on at the Minneapolis Golf Club. Jerseys were exchanged, jokes and toasts celebrated, and the music took us far into the night. Thank you two for making both of us feel so loved! We are SO happy for you and your new life in Arizona.
Who needs two years to plan a wedding? Not Leslie & Walter! In three weeks, Leslie and Walter put together a wonderfully intimate and thoughtful wedding with their immediate families. The flowers were brilliant at Como Park Conservatory which offset the snow outside nicely. I felt apart of the family as we laughed together in Rice Park before making out way to Paza Luna for dinner. Thank you for being so genuine and loving parents to your kids. The warmth was contagious.
People in the grand state of Minnesota always think of summer being the ideal season to celebrate a wedding. If you were to ask anyone from this party for Jenna and John, winter would be the answer. What fun we had around downtown St. Paul! All smiles could be found atop the Crowne Plaza as the ladies wrapped up their final touches. Meanwhile, the gents stole away to a local cigar bar with tons of throwback character. The couple shared a touching moment at The Depot that even caught John by surprise before we ventured along the river. Jenna had every detail planned to perfection and paired with Georgia at Chistos to make the night extra special. What great food! As night fell, everyone in the room could feel the warmth of lots of love. It was an honor to capture it all.
Brainerd couldn't have been a more perfect location for these two. Elizabeth had dreamed up a storybook day among the chain of lakes we affectionately refer to as "Lake Country." A self-proclaimed glam girl, every aspect of the day was exquisite with incredible taste and flare. All of the emotion and anticipation came out in their first meeting down a dirt road away from any other eyes or sounds. As the sun set, the lake flickered in the twilight and all celebrated this wonderful union. Thank you both for a terrific weekend!
You pair a freestyle skiing coach with a nationally acclaimed racer, add a gondola and a foot of fresh powder and you have yourself an epic way to ring in the New Year! Emmy and Palmer grew up on the slopes of Colorado so found it a natural fit in choosing Steamboat to celebrate their wedding. We awoke to fresh tracks as the groomsmen hit the hill early; Emmy's father had special access as a ski patrol and made the ideal guide. Meanwhile, the ladies were getting their final touches ready-in this case meaning skis sharpened in addition to makeup-and up we went on the Gondola. The ceremony took place mid mountain as guests were encouraged to stay in their ski gear, clinking ski poles as they skied their way back down the hill as husband and wife. In Colorado when freestylers say "let's hit the half-pipe" it takes on a whole new meaning as I would quickly learn; my three cameras strapped around my neck we had a blast! The party continued until late into the night capped with Steamboat's traditional torchlight parade. Thank you to the Hoyts and Barrs for adopting me into your loving families for the weekend! See you again soon.
I have been looking forward to this day for a long time. At The Living Room Studios, John Hoel is a household name and a dear friend. He is perhaps the most talented videographer I have met and with that particular eye, many of us wondered just who would be incredible enough to catch his keen eye. Along came gorgeous Emma! See, many couples dream up a lavish large day but John and Emma took the opposite route. They chose to get married in their home with 30 of their closest family and friends and then an open house reception to follow. That intentionality is very true to their character and the perfect way to celebrate. Following the ceremony we took a break to feature some of their favorite pastimes: Punch Pizza, Lake Calhoun strolls, Vegas excursions, running countless marathons, and of course their DOGS! People say never to wear white on a wedding day, but their black lab Judy never got the memo apparently. Emma was happy to have a second bride along for the party. We love you guys!
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