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7 Vines Wedding:: Matt and Mady

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They had decided to go out for drinks with mutual friends and neither one knew they other. Matt and Mady instantly connected over similar interests. From that day forward they were together. Only a few years later Matt took Mady out to the St. Paul Grill for dinner and it was there he asked her to be his wife.

The entire day rain was predicted, but just as Matt and Mady did their first look, which included Mady giving Matt a scrapbook of all the activities they had done together since they had met, the rain stopped and the sun started to come out. Mady and Matt chose to do their ceremony at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Stillwater where Mady grew up and now where both of them live. Their ceremony was beautiful and full of emotion. My favorite part was when Matt saw Mady for the first time.

Mady looked stunning in her white dress from Diamond Bride that she had custom-made to fit her and her bridesmaids wore the most perfect two piece dresses, the top of cream satin and the skirts of rose tooling and were so much fun to be with. They were perfectly accented with green flower crowns.

Just Cuz salon gave Mady the perfect updo and most flawless make-up while her stunning gold diamond ring from Shane Co was the perfect amount of bling for the day.

From there we headed to downtown Stillwater for photos of the wedding party and Matt and Mady. We even got some shots with the new Stillwater bridge in the background.

Seven Vines proved to be just as lovely as ever. Rose Floral created the most amazing blooms for the day and proved to create a beautiful feel for the reception area. We headed out to vineyard at golden hour and where we got some of my very favorite photos of the day.

Matt and Mady, congratulations on your beautiful day. I wish you both ( and Peppo too) years of happiness and joy. Thank you for making me feel like a long time friend.

Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony:: St. Michael’s Catholic Church// Reception:: Seven Vines Vineyard // Hair:: Just Cuz //  Make-up:: Just Cuz // Florist:: Rose Floral // Wedding Dress:: Diamond Bride // Bridesmaids Dresses:: Etsy //Rings:: Shane Co.// Stationary:: Minted // Men’s Ware:: Men’s Warehouse // Catering:: Dontelli’s // Baker:: Buttercream Bakery // DJ:: Conner from Adagio

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    Monday Sneaks

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    Yay!! Monday again and a wonderful week and weekend of sessions! I find myself smack in the middle of busy season and want to remember these incredible days and people!

    Nick and Bri
    Morin Family
    Stolle Family
    Frohnauer Family

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      Champagne… Not just for clinking

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      One of my very favorite things brides have asked about recently are champagne shots! Not only do they make for great wedding party photos, but awesome expression shots! If you decide to bring champagne and use it for photos here are a few tips::

      1. Buy the cheapest bottles, they are usually more fizzy and really all you are doing is shaking the bottle and letting it fly.
      2. Try, if you can, to do this shot after the ceremony. Typically champagne flies everywhere and with that it goes everywhere! The last time a bride did this with me, champagne went all over me and a few of the bridesmaids!
      3. Bring a few bottles. Chances are the first bottle won’t work as well as you hoped, and better to have another bottle to have more fun with
      4. Hype up the photo! Typically I prompt the wedding party to yell and shout as the couple is opening the bottle. Makes for great shots and really a LOT of laughter!
      5. Try to have the groom open the bottle. Brides, you probably don’t want to get anything on your dress, so stand back and let him do the work!

      Just some tips for such great fun photos!

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        Refuge Golf Course Wedding:: Andrea and Jesse

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        Andrea and Jesse grew up one block away from each other. While they were always close friends, they also had the feeling that in some way shape or form, the two would end up spending the rest of their lives together. Eventually the two began dating and today was the day they said I do to one another!

        Ninety degrees and humidity was predicted for their outdoor wedding, so the ceremony was moved indoors. Despite the heat, we took advantage of the beautiful summer day and wandered around the Refuge Golf Course for photos of Andrea and Jesse and their wedding party. All of them were such a joy to be with and so easy to photograph. I felt like we had all been friends for years!

        Custom Floral Designs transformed the venue into the “rustic, outdoor feel” Andrea was hoping for which made the space beautiful. The sunset for the evening was spectacular and before heading back to the reception to dance the night away, we wandered the empty golf course for some photos of Jesse and Andrea alone. It was so fun to get away and celebrate the happy couple with their closest of friends!


        Jesse and Andrea, it was a beautiful day to celebrate with you! Many blessings in the days ahead!

        Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony and Reception:: Refuge Golf Course // Hair:: Kelsey Neifeldt //  Hair:: Tennille//  Make-up:: Lindsey// Florist:: Michelle of Custom Floral Designs // Wedding Dress:: Allure from Angelique’s Bridal // Bridesmaids Dresses:: David’s Bridal //Rings:: Jesse- Rustic and Main, Andrea- Family ring// Stationary:: Vista Print // Men’s Ware:: Savvi // Catering:: Refuge Golf Course // Baker:: Hans Bakery // Jewelry::  Necklace and earrings made by Andrea’s paternal grandfather’s// Jesse’s cuff links, his paternal grandfather’s // Shoes:: Amazon // DJ:: Trustworthy Music

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          Whitefish Lodge Wedding:: Ali & Jack

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          They met their very first day of dental school. Ali was intrigued by Jack and his friend sitting with them. As she asked the two questions, they continued to answer the same thing. Surprised by their similar answers, it wasn’t until later she discovered that Jack and his brother were twins. Four months later Jack and Ali began dating.

          One year after they met, the two were up in Brainerd, Jack’s hometown, for a wedding. When the wedding was over, they decided to go to a local winery and then back to Jack’s parents house to go boating. On the way to the boat, the two stopped under the trellis that Jack’s grandfather built. While Ali was getting things ready to go on the boat, Jack said, “Ali, turn around, I need to show you something.” She turned around and found Jack down on one knee. Stunned, she said yes, and instead of a boat ride, the two headed into the house where Jack’s family was waiting and they all celebrated together.

          Their June wedding day was filled with family and friends who came from all over the state to celebrate with them in the city of Brainerd that both of them hope to end back up in.

          Ali’s mother passed away a few years ago, and as the youngest sister, her older sisters stepped up to love on her and make sure that she felt her mother’s presence there that day. Ali was gifted a piece of their mother’s wedding dress that she placed around her bouquet and was near Ali for the day.

          The pastel color theme that Ali and Jack chose for their day was stunning against the green trees.

          Both Ali and Jack love being with their family and they love the outdoors. After the ceremony, just the three of us headed to Jack’s friend’s cabin on the lake where we got some beautiful sunshine and even stepped in the water to cool down for a bit!

          The night ended with toasting, dancing and conversations on the lawn of Whitefish Lodge. We even headed out to the nearby golf course as the sun was going down for some beautiful sunset shots.


          Ali and Jack, what a complete JOY it was to spend the day with you, your family and friends. You are both kind, gracious and have huge hearts. I am so very, very thankful our paths have crossed and wish you a very blessed marriage.

          Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony:: Immaculate Heart Catholic Church// Reception:: Whitefish Lodge and Suites // Hair:: Kelsey Neifeldt //  Make-up:: Jenny Fergeson // Florist:: Stems and Vines Floral Studio // Wedding Dress:: David’s Bridal // Bridesmaids Dresses:: David’s Bridal //Rings:: E.L. Menk Jewelers // Stationary:: Minted.com // Men’s Ware:: Savvi // Catering:: Whitefish Lodge // Baker:: Reeds Market // Jewelry:: Francesca’s // Second Shooter:: Lily Watkins // Shoes:: Kate Spade Keds // DJ:: Premier Party Entertainment //

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