Wedding Partners ... Bernadette Fox Wedding Photography MN // Calvary Community Church (Liz Stunek, Coordinator) // Jon Oettel, Officiant // Free Port Floral Design // Hidden Lake Park - St. Augusta, MN // Henryβs Catering // A and B Bridal, dress shop // Desserts provided by family members
Read moreMaria + Zack // Weisman Art Museum - Minneapolis Wedding
Greek tradition met modern art for Maria + Zack's nuptials at the Weisman Art Museum in Minneapolis, MN. Traveling from Paris, France and Sonoma, California, these two met in the middle to join their worlds, surrounded by family and friends and a lot of truly amazing food! Their ceremony in the gallery had them flanked by stunning art while they incorporated their diverse heritages into their vows. Guests were treated to an incredible cocktail hour of endless gourmet cheeses and charcuterie, a lovely multi-course meal, some very moving (and hilarious) speeches, plus an evening full of dancing with special guest DJs. Congratulations, Zack + Maria, you two sure know how to throw an awesome party!
Read moreEmily + Samm // Nicollet Island Pavilion Wedding
Emily + Samm traveled all the way from London to celebrate their marriage in Minnesota! And their epic day begin with an iconic first look outside of the Guthrie Theater and a stroll across the Stone Arch Bridge to meet their wedding party. With a gorgeous ceremony along the riverbanks of Nicollet Island, stunning views of of downtown Minneapolis, and a party in the historic mill pavilion, they certainly gave their guests an experience of a lifetime! The travel theme was carried through with a beautifully designed map/seating chart of all the places they had visited together and their guest book was a classic globe. And because it was Summer in Minnesota, dessert was of course an ice cream bar! The Bride and Groom waltzed a romantic first dance and everyone enjoyed the live band into the evening. Thank you, Emily + Samm, for the loveliest day!
Read moreEmily + David // Silverwood Park Wedding
With one of the most stunning natural backdrops ever, Emily + David tied the knot at Silverwood Park, MN. The day started with a little summer rain, but the sky open up just in time for their festivities! Basking in the sunshine, welcomed by rambunctious ring bearers and flower girls, surrounded by a wedding party in beautiful pastel lavender, and serenaded by special friends, this was the perfect ceremony. The celebration continued with portraits around the park and cocktails... guests enjoyed a giant photo booth, some very clever Trivial Pursuit as seating cards, and an interactive art piece guest book. Lots of dancing and a rousing scavenger hunt/musical chairs game kept everyone highly entertained! Congrats, Dave + Emily, and thanks for such a memorable party!
Read moreHeidi + Jake // Muse Event Center Wedding
What do you get when you have a fun-loving couple + a swanky venue + a solid crew of friends + a skateboard? Most certainly a day to remember! The adorable Heidi + Jake hosted their posh wedding at Muse Event Center in downtown Minneapolis, with a sophisticated gold and purple theme. From portraits and skating on the Stone Arch Bridge, to a romantic ceremony under a chandelier, with a stroll through downtown, and dancing with family -- this duo has started their marriage off right. Congratulations, Heidi + Jake, and thanks for allowing us to spend the day with you!
Read moreBrittany + Blake // Juliane James Place
These sweethearts tied the knot up north at Juliane James Place in Finlayson, Minnesota. It's a little off the beaten path and an idyllic nature setting for a wedding celebration -- married at the edge of the woods, portraits in the garden and cocktails by the pond. Surrounded by a group of super fun-loving friends and family, the party then noshed on family-style BBQ and gourmet donuts from Glam Doll! The evening also included impromptu dance-off with the parents. A lovely MN Summer wedding not to be forgotten -- congrats Brit + Blake!
Read moreAlexia + Jeremy // Peace Garden + Five Event Center
Talk about perfection! Alexia + Jeremy's celebration was everything that a Minnesota Summer wedding should be... a gorgeous venue, fun-loving friends, oodles of style and great local beer :) These two are such a dynamic duo - Lexie, a very talented stylist and Jeremy, a professional brewer - they certainly knew how to put together a truly amazing party.
Read moreKelly + Brent // Stout's Island Lodge
Every once in a while, I get to have the pleasure of documenting another wedding photographer's own wedding celebration. And it's most certainly the ultimate honor. In addition to being one of the loveliest persons ever, the extremely talented Kelly of Black Walnut Photography also chose my very favorite destination (the magical Stout's Island Lodge in Bicchwood, WI) as her venue.
Read moreMissy + Mark // Wayzata Country Club
Missy + Mark's classic, gorgeous and fun-filled wedding was an absolute blast to be a part of! The day started with a simple "First Look" by the lake and a traditional ceremony at Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Church in Mound. From there the wedding party was whisked away to the Bride's family home for champagne and portraits by the water.
Read moreEngaged // Shaya + Brad - MPLS Engagement Pictures
Shaya + Brad brought a ton of style and contagious laughter to their wonderful Summer engagement session in Minneapolis! We started with natural portraits around Boom Island Park, grabbed a few shots on the 1st Avenue Bridge and then finished with some climbing around at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. These two were adventurous, full of great ideas and so very at ease with each other that it made my job easy -- congrats Shaya + Brad!
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