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I love seeing the Williams family year to year and this year they met me at a park in Edina for their family session. We played, laughed, photo bombed and even got some photos in while we were at it! I am so very thankful to see them every year and look forward to watching them grow over the years!
Do you have those friends that you just love seeing? I wish Lauren and I got to see more of each other though out the year, but when we do it is always a fun time. And this time around it was no different. Her sweet family met me with giant hugs and waves and joy as we started their session together. I have been photographing this couple since they were engaged and I don’t plan on stopping anytime soon! They are a sweet gift and I am so thankful for them!
Have you ever met a family where you just felt like you have know forever? It was the way they welcomed you, talked to you like you were old friends and gave you a giant hug when you left and said , see you so soon. That is the Tygesson family to me. In 2015 I shot Paul and Anna’s wedding and when Courtney asked if I was free to photograph their family this summer while they were in town, I of course, could not wait to see them. For this session a sweet new toddler and a grown puppy were added to the family session. I can’t wait to see what our next session will look like!
Twenty eight years. Yes that is how long Laura and I have been friends! (Exactly my age….very year I continue to turn 28…. haha). But in all seriousness I met this sweet girl in my 5th grade class and we just clicked. We spent countless hours on the phone, jamming out to 90’s pop music, getting high school diploma’s together, driving back and forth to visit each other in college, standing in each other’s weddings, watching babies enter the world, parenting, dealing with life’s struggles and all the while being blessed to be friends. I feel extremly lucky to call Laura my friend and do life with her all these years. I hope you are blessed with a “Laura” in your life. Hold onto that dear friend because they are a complete and utter gift.
Photographing her kids this year made me feel really old. Her oldest enters high school, and I realized its not much longer that we will have these kids in our homes. How fast time goes by, but what a blessing to get to walk through those life stages with the ones we love so dearly!
It has been a while since I have had a newborn that was absoutley perfect during the entire session. Sweet Jaxon slept throughout his first photo shoot waking up to simply take one bottle and snuggle with his momma. What a joy it was to meet this kind family and enter into this beautiful stage of life!
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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