Day Block, Downtown Mpls Wedding

December 7, 2025 Bernadette Fox

Documenting the wedding of a colleague is one of the very highest honors... and especially so if it is the extremely talented Sydnee Bickett Photography. Sydnee and Luis' story is one of true love, and it was obvious to all who shared in their wonderfully unique celebration. The Bride transformed her great grandmother's blue/blush pink wedding dress into a modern gown (hello pockets!), and carried a stunning felted bouquet. Married at the Day Block Event Center in downtown Minneapolis, every element of their celebration was personalized... from a bicycle theme with custom bow ties and a spoke backdrop, to an accordion ceremony serenade and live bluegrass music, vow moments captured on polaroids, heart-felt speeches in both English and Spanish, a super delicious pizza bar (accompanied by hand-sewn cloth napkins for their guests to keep!), and some very competitive (wait for it) BINGO! to end the evening... Luis + Sydnee certainly put their own stamp of love and fun on the day. Here's to many years of great pizza, fun games and endless adventures ahead, together!

Emily + Ryan // James J. Hill Library Wedding, Saint Paul

November 3, 2025 Bernadette Fox

There's no better place for a stunning, historic back-drop in Saint Paul than the James J. Hill Library downtown, and Emily + Ryan provided their guests will a wonderfully sophisticated, black-tie evening of love and celebration. This dynamic couple successfully added a variety of personal touches to their wedding to make the event truly unique... they shared a romantic First Look in between the tall stacks of reference books and (in full gentleman form) the groom greeted all his guests upon their arrival. Ryan + Emily also had a professional artist make a live painting during their ceremony! As the sun went down, they enjoyed a delicious meal, followed by lots of laughing children on the dance floor. Congratulations Emily + Ryan!

Amanda + Steve // The Copper Hen, A Fall Minneapolis Wedding

November 2, 2025 Bernadette Fox

Amanda + Steve took advantage of every single moment that the last perfect Fall day offered them! They surrounded themselves with lots of laughter and support from friends in the morning, nailed a super fun First Look in downtown Minneapolis (complete with the bride's sister-squad!), made colorful portraits in the park and at the Stone Arch Bridge, and then met their 50 closest friends and family for a cozy ceremony at The Copper Hen restaurant. These two walked each other down the isle (swoon!) and proceeded to have one the the most hilariously sweet wedding ceremonies that I've ever witnessed. Their Fall theme was complete with mini pumpkins as place cards, inspired signature cocktails, and delicious comfort food. The final touch was that every single guest hit the dance floor! Amanda + Steve, if your life together is even half as fun as your wedding was, then you're in for a real treat! :)

Rachel + Eric // Aster Cafe - Saint Anthony Main Wedding, Minneapolis

October 30, 2026 Bernadette Fox

Rachel and Eric's wedding day was absolute perfection, in small form. With just 45 guests, this bride and groom were able to create a truly unique event that incorporated their mutual loves of the outdoors, great food, games and (wait for it)... karaoke! To start, it was a brisk, MN Fall afternoon and the banks of the Mississippi provided for a very colorful portrait background. After a romantic outdoor ceremony, the guests were treated to a delicious meal in the private "River Room" of the Aster Cafe in Saint Anthony Main, Minneapolis. During the reception, their friends enjoyed heart-felt speeches, photo collages of the couple through the decades, plenty of card games, and super yummy mini-bundt cakes for dessert. To finish the evening on an even higher note, the couple sang a duet! And when it came time to keep the party going with more song, their friends did not disappoint. Eric + Rachel, you really made us appreciate the charm of an intimate wedding celebration -- congrats and well done!

Teddy + Geoff // 514 Studios - Downtown Wedding Minneapolis

October 1, 2026 Bernadette Fox

Teddy + Geoff's wedding celebration was a perfect mix of romance, food and fun! Their ceremony and reception was hosted at 514 Studios in downtown Minneapolis and expertly planned by the marvelous team at Maven Events. Their gorgeous theme was brought to life with delicate orchids, sparkly blue bridesmaid dresses, paper lantern lights, super yummy Chinese food, and lovely take-home chopsticks for their guests. With the best ever wedding party "first look" I've ever seen, fun group portraits on the cobblestone streets of the North Loop, cocktails under the stars, AH-mazing homemade cakes by the bride's mom, and dancing into the evening, everyone enjoyed the day to it's fullest. Congratulations, Teddy + Geoff... well done!

Maria + Zack // Weisman Art Museum - Minneapolis Wedding

September 2, 2026 Bernadette Fox

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!

Emily + Samm // Nicollet Island Pavilion Wedding

August 31, 2026 Bernadette Fox

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!

Emily + David // Silverwood Park Wedding

August 31, 2026 Bernadette Fox

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!

Shaya + Bradford // The Happy Gnome - Wedding Photographer

February 7, 2026 Bernadette Fox

The lovely power duo of Shaya + Brad planned such a wonderfully intimate marriage celebration that I might even consider it MY ideal wedding! ;) These two started by inviting only their closest family and friends, making for a guest list of just 35 people (yay!). And then they went on to perfect every single last detail (think custom-just-about-everything). The wedding party started their day at the charming New Victorian Bed and Breakfast in St. Paul, MN and the bride did an unparalleled job at matching everything to the overall theme... from rich blue velvet accents and blue suede shoes, to delicate winter florals, vintage-like jewels, and a 3-piece suit... needless to say, they were certainly dripping with style. The couple shared a cozy fireside wedding ceremony at The Happy Gnome where they walked each other down the aisle (my fav!) and topped it off with a champagne toast and some truly delicious food. The tables were decorated with fresh greens, votive candles and each place setting with gold chargers and hand-painted blue-agate place cards! Guests were treated to a specialty cookie bar for dessert as well as the couple's very favorite carrot cake. The newlyweds even made time for a little escape to the bar at The Commodore for their first celebratory drink as husband and wife. YES! Congrats and well done!

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