This past weekend I was able to do some photos of one of my best friends and her hubby. Here is just one of many that I am in love with. More to come later this week! So excited to show you, stay tuned before the big turkey day!
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This past weekend I was able to do some photos of one of my best friends and her hubby. Here is just one of many that I am in love with. More to come later this week! So excited to show you, stay tuned before the big turkey day!
I LOVE the Children’s museum. Basically because the exhibits are so amazing and the kids can play for hours. Big bonus this time I went, 90 people (moms and kids) attended the event from my mom’s group! Let me tell you, it is the WAY TO GO. I was able to chat with my friends while my kids played theirs. There were also many eyes watching the doors, so if there was an escapee, they were quickly swooped up back into the pretend play land . It was WONDERFUL. Of course I stayed way too long. ( I was busy crawling and enjoying the ant house with my 2 year old). After I announced my regular “2 more minutes” at the face painting table there was a major meltdown followed by ear-piercing screams and fits of rage. (You know the drill, we’ve all seen it). I was all ready to shoot the remainder of the face creations, but Elise did not want to cooperate with my creative side. Oh well.
Jeremy and I grew up together. We met while I was in 5th grade and he in 4th. Our families went to the same church. I had 2 sisters and no brothers, and over time Jeremy became our “adopted brother.” Even though we lived in different cities, we saw each other at least twice a week, if not more, as he hung out regularly at the Davis home. As we grew up and graduated from high school, we still hung out; going on youth trips together as “counselors” (What a joke as we were only a few years older than the kids we were supposed to be mentoring), hanging out together, me getting advise about guys from him and him receiving advise from me on girls. Over time he met his amazing wife Elizabeth and Eva was born a few years after that. This past weekend I had yet another chance to hang out with their family and do a session for them. Being that we hadn’t seen each other in almost a year, and that I had just met his new son, we had to do coffee afterward, just to catch up.
One of the reasons I had not seen Jeremy for a year is because he is a soldier and was deployed during part of 2008. We found this great tribute to the soldiers at the Coon Rapids Dam which fit their family perfectly. (Elizabeth used to be on active duty too (as an officer), but is now retired!)
I was able to photograph this beautiful family in May, but as Mackenna has grown, the photos need replacing! (See Here for her 6 month photos.) We toured around Elm Creek Park reserve and Mackenna had us all laughing, racing away from the camera and on to exploring the world around her. Here are some snippets from the morning that we shared.
I love this series, already a girl and her shoes.
And she’s off again. Love that little touchie at this age, just keeps going, and going, and going…
The Addink family is near and dear to my heart. I met Nate back in college as we toured Canada together on a 8 week mission trip. Many of my team-mates from that year are still very close friends of mine. It was very cool to be able to be a part of the Addinks wedding and then Bett and I were pregnant with our first at the same time and ended up having our baby girls only 12 days apart. Now at 5, they are best friends and so much alike! We had so much fun together at Northwestern College in Roseville. Even though it was cold, the kids had a blast playing together.
I love the way these 2 interact with their kiddos. These are some for Nate’s desk!
I had totally forgotten the date that we were doing photos, until Hannah reminded me that Today she turned 5!! To a pre-schooler, that is a VERY big deal. So here are her 5 year old photos!
These are some of my favorites from the day, the sun was setting and the kids were just throwing rocks into the lake. I quickly threw Nate and Bett in front of them, and go this beautiful series from that. I instantly think, ahhh if all our family times were like this, i would have a dozen kids.
And this one wrapped up our day! One of my favorites from the session, shows all their personalities so well. Love you guys!
Katie Nick’s June wedding at Seven Vines Vineyard was the perfect blend of timeless elegance and joyful celebration. From the classic black-and-white wedding party attire to the dreamy golden hour portraits among the vines, every detail felt effortlessly sophisticated.
Surrounded by their favorite people and endless love, these two kicked off married life in the most beautiful way.
Bride:: @katie_koplien
Groom:: @nickl3w21
Venue:: @7vinesvineyard
Hair:: @sunbearspasalon
MUA:: @sunbearspasalon
Caterer:: @creativecateringbymollyllc
Florist:: @floreinspired
Ice cream truck:: @lildippersoftserve
Wedding Dress:: @casablancabridal
Wedding Dress Shop:: @bellabridalbtq
Rings:: @weddingdaydiamonds
Menswear:: @menswearhouse
Bridesmaid Dresses:: @azazieofficial
Stationary:: @theknot
Videography:: @alexandrafilms_
Photography:: @federphotography
Baby Mary has arrived and is already so deeply loved by Nicole and Aaron.
I’ve had the true honor of photographing this family since their oldest was born over 16 years ago, and watching their story grow through each new season has been something really special. From newborn snuggles to busy, full family life being invited back again and again is something I never take for granted.
This family is deeply rooted in the world of forage, county fairs, and raising and showing lambs and sheep, so it only felt fitting to include a little lamb hat for baby Mary’s first photos. A small nod to a big part of their life and traditions.
Welcome to the world, sweet girl
Spring soirée perfection.
Rob and Sarah’s wedding day was a beautiful blend of faith, family, and thoughtful design. Inspired by Monet’s garden paintings, their celebration was filled with soft spring colors, meaningful heirlooms, and intentional details at every turn.
After a joyful ceremony at Eagle Brook Church, surrounded by family and friends, they celebrated the night away at Silverwood Park with beautiful florals, heartfelt speeches, lakeside portraits, and dancing.
One of my favorite details? Sarah changed into her mother’s wedding dress for the reception, while flowers made from that same gown were sewn into her veil.
Congratulations, Rob and Sarah!
Ceremony:: @eaglebrookchurch
Venue:: @silverwoodpark
Planner:: @eventsbyjess
Caterer: @chefjeffmpls
Photographer::@federphotography
Florist:: @malanasophiafloral & @merci_garden
DJ:: Will @midwestsounddj
MUA:: @thebeautycollectivellc
Her Ring:: @princessbridediamonds
His Ring:: @embellirgems
Jewelry:: @helzbergdiamonds
Suit:: @stateandliberty
Baker:: @siftglutenfree
Linens:: @festivitiesmn
Video:: @gadescreativefilms
Wedding Shop:: @flutterbridalco
Wedding Designer:: @colbyjohnbridal
Welcome, to the world sweet Julia! It was such a blessing to see Travis, Marisa, and Jalen again! What joy Julia has brought to this family! Congratulations!!
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looking forward to seeing more of these fun shots of lauren & wade!