Meet Laura + Brent. These two are so adorable. They worked it out during their session while dealing with the wind, rain and a little chill. These two are definitely meant for each other. You can just see it by how they look at one another. Laura brought her cute boots, and Brent’s hat. We had a great session of laughs, hugs, cuddles and a lil’ Zoolander. I am truly pumped up for their winter wedding.
Love her lil’ nose crinkle…
My favorites of the day…
Zoolander time..
Meet Ali + Shanna. I went to high school with Shanna and was so elated when she called me about capturing her wedding day. Shanna and I have a lot in common and we had a great time catching up during their session. I also found out that her man Ali and I also have a lot of injuries in common as well, those darn knees. They both have such an awesome style and showed up with some great outfits. My favorite part of the session was Ali’s ‘mean mug’ face, I couldn’t help but bust out laughing everytime he did it. We had a perfect summer night in Uptown and closed down the session with a BEAUtiful sunset.
And then BAM we found this ridiculously amazing green wall!
Then time for an outfit change and the beautiful golden summer sunset light came out to join us. 
Meet Alyssa + Chris. This cute couple stole my heart on a Monday night. I truly caught myself smiling many times while capturing their moments. Alyssa has a gorgeous smile that is just to-die-for! Also, this first picture was my absolute favorite. That little leg (in the cutest shoes) just popped right up during the kiss, like in a movie. I cannot wait for your wedding next June.
I love it when we find random things that have the couples wedding date. I really wanted to get closer to this, but I was already sinking in the mud going out this far. 😉
We shot their session on White Bear Lake, I had no idea how dried up this lake was until we arrived. Literally my mouth dropped at the height of the water, it is just so sad. Let’s pray for more rain! WBL definitely needs it.
I was able to capture this family + senior session a couple weeks ago. They brought their golden doodle and she was so soft and cuddly. I love this first picture, and I think this puppy has such a great smile. It’s so funny how dogs become such a part of the family; and that you couldn’t think of doing your family photo without them. Our little pup Mya has made her way into most of our pictures now, and I never thought I would be one of those “dog mom’s” but I admit I totally am.
Jason’s is a senior at Eagan High School an a big lacrosse player. He totally rocked out his hockey hair and white hat. He also brought along his favorite jersey, to give Reggie Bush a little love.
A shout out to all the guys out there (if there are any that read my blog). Yes, us ladies do gab a lot. I guess us women are really born this way.
This was just too funny to not share (thanks for posting Stef K.)
Just wanted to throw out a quick note apologizing for my lack of blogging last week. I was sick earlier in the week and just got way behind on things especially my blogging. I super de-dupery promise that I will have a mega slew of posts this week. Including the most important holiday card designs, posting a second mini-session date & times, and some sessions that I have been waiting to share.
Thanks for hanging in there, here are a couple goodies from a recent engagement session. Happy first week of fall.
My MOST favorite moments are when my couples love on each other and I sit back and capture it. It’s breathtaking, and it is why I love my job so much.
These two are a prime example. Can you feel it? I sure do. Love their Love. Eat it up.
Didn’t it feel like mid August this weekend? I can’t believe its already the middle of September.
I will be posting a bunch of updates this week including holiday card previews, an engagement session and a wedding or two. So stay tuned! In the meantime, can anyone tell me the name of these flowers? I think they are so beautiful.
Yea, so Mitch and I like bubble gum. (I wouldn’t usually post pictures this grainy, but i love them so)
Marybeth contact me and wanted to get some recent pictures of her family. I was happy to help 🙂 This family was a blast to shoot, they listened very carefully and totally knew how to laugh. We started with some portraits, Krysta was just back in town visiting as she lives in Canada. It was fun to hear about her experience up there and learn about her little pup. I love the connection between this brother and sister. Enjoy.
My October 24th itty bitty sessions are officially all booked up! Thanks everyone for signing up. I am really excited to see the mixture of new and past clients! Details will be emailed to you soon.
If there are some of you that didn’t get in and wanted a session. If there is enough interest, November 7th I may be scheduling another half day. If you want to be on the waiting list for either day please email me, and let me know.
Just because every post is better with a photo. Here is one of me and my hubby.
2010 couples… with the holidays just around the corner, have you thought of sending out a Save the Date as your holiday card? If your engagement session is coming up choose one ahead of time and get a head start as all of my holiday orders will need to be in by December 5th. Below is a preview of some design options that I offer. These are only 3 of the 6 Save the date designs. Please contact me to view the other options and detailed pricing. I also can put together custom designs that fit your theme or style, just let me know.
**Non-wedding clients, these also could be used for a thank you card, birthday invite, etc all text is editable and some colors are too. **
Stay tuned later this week to see the 2009 Holiday Card Design Templates, I am so excited to show you what I have (I love them).
This couple is so perfect for each other. They had an awesome wedding on an unusual chilly day in August. Blake is a good friend from high school, who I can honestly give some credit for my success in photography. He let me borrow his canon digital camera for a summer (about 7 years ago) and I couldn’t stop buying canon from that day on! 🙂 Thanks buddy. I remember the first time Blake told me about Katie he was so excited about this girl, I knew it just would be a matter a time before they were married. Their wedding had a whole bunch of DIY elements, Katie worked really hard and made the details amazing. Here are her flowers that she made herself!
Katie’s dress was SO gorgeous, beautiful lace and just pure simplicity.
I also love-love-loved Katie’s hair. The knots were just awesome. I want to get my hair done like this! FYI I love these portraits of Katie.
These two also had their two children as a big part of the ceremony. Cristofer & Brekka looked so adorable. 
“Tofer” as they call him, walked his mommy up the aisle and when the pastor asked “who gives this woman to be married?” he shouted out “ME” So cute! 
The wedding party that was sporting the awesome fuchsia. Loved the detail on the guys vests & the girls flowers that once again Katie made.
Last but not least the cake photos. Blakes face & the cake topper are priceless.
Thank you both for letting me be part of your special day!
I apologize I have taken a mini-hiatus from the blog. I have a bunch of blog posts lined up for this week, stay tuned. To tide you along, here are a couple of sneaks from my wedding this past weekend. Winery + Amazing couple = Perfect Wedding. Happy Short Week!
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