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WELL, HELLO!

I love when you love on each other.

Whether you are newly engaged, a new mother and your day old baby, or a couple exchanging vows.

I love capturing love written all over your faces.

Love for life.
Love for each other.
Love for your passion.

This is where I find the real you. Where the the giggles come out. I’ll meet you there.
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Laura + Brent | Minneapolis St. Paul La Crosse Engagement Photographer

09.27.2009 | Engagement Photography | 1 Comment

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…

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My favorites of the day…
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Zoolander time..
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  • Dana Lofgren (10.08.2009 07:31am)

    Your photos are absolutely stunning! You will definately be my next photographer when the need arises.

    Thanks for making my day bright.

    Dana Lofgren
    (One of Annie Weiss’ friends).

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Ali + Shanna | Minneapolis St. Paul Engagement Photography | Uptown

09.26.2009 | Engagement Photography | 1 Comment

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.

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And then BAM we found this ridiculously amazing green wall!
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Then time for an outfit change and the beautiful golden summer sunset light came out to join us. 
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  • melissa oholendt (09.26.2009 11:05am)

    Cute! I love the sunset – so gorgeous. Her eyes are amazing.

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09.26.2009    Engagement Photography    Lifestyle Photography
 
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Alyssa + Chris | Minneapolis St. Paul Engagement Photography

09.24.2009 | Engagement Photography | 1 Comment

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.

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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.

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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.

  • Jessica F. (09.25.2009 01:50pm)

    These photos are so warm! I can sense their love in them. Nice job as always GZ!

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09.24.2009    Engagement Photography    Life
 
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Krautbauer Family | Lifestyle Family Photography | Eagan Senior Photographer

09.24.2009 | Family Photography | No Comments

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.

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09.24.2009    Family Photography    Graduation Photography    Lifestyle Photography
 

Proof women are born this way | Funny Video

09.22.2009 | Anytime | 1 Comment

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.)

  • leah (09.24.2009 01:21pm)

    Whew, and this whole time I blamed it on my Mom! Turns out it’s just our fate as women!

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09.22.2009    Anytime    Life
 
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Busy as a bee | Updates

09.22.2009 | Anytime | 1 Comment

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.

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09.22.2009    Anytime    Events    Maternity Photography    Newborn Photography    Want it
 
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Love the Love | Minneapolis St Paul Engagement Photography | Real Life Photography

09.17.2009 | Anytime | No Comments

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.

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09.17.2009    Anytime    Engagement Photography    Eye Candy    Life
 
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Pop Quiz | Anytime + Life

09.14.2009 | Anytime | 1 Comment

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.

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  • leah. (09.15.2009 10:30am)

    Those are Dahlias! I love them as well!

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09.14.2009    Anytime    Eye Candy    Life
 
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Bubble Yum | Anytime + Life

09.14.2009 | Anytime | 1 Comment

Yea, so Mitch and I like bubble gum. (I wouldn’t usually post pictures this grainy, but i love them so)

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09.14.2009    Anytime    Eye Candy    Life
 
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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.

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Larson Family | Minneapolis St. Paul Family Photographer

09.11.2009 | Child Photography | No Comments

Marybeth contact me and wanted to get some recent pictures of her family. I was happy to help

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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.

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09.11.2009    Child Photography    Family Photography    Just because Photography    Lifestyle Photography