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Bearpath Country Club Wedding:: Eden Prairie, MN

On a perfect June day, also their six month anniversary of dating, Ranji packed a picnic basket to take to Bde Maka Ska Park in Minneapolis. Being that they had dated long distance, Lora from Des Moines and Ranji from Minneapolis, both knew they were ready to be married. The two enjoyed the sunshine and snacks before Ranji took out a custom-made book with the two of them as cartoon characters. The book was entitled, “15 reasons I love you.” As Ranji read through this special book to Lora she quickly realized how the book might end. Sure enough, the last page came, and Ranji asked Lora if she would marry him. He placed a beautiful ring on her finger as she proclaimed a loving yes!

Lora and Ranji chose to host their wedding at Bearpath Country Club in Eden Prairie Minnesota. They wanted to make the holiday weekend one their guests from near and far could relax and enjoy while still celebrating with them. They ladies began their day by getting ready at Sanctuary Salon and Spa in Eden Prairie Center. They then made their way to the country club where Lora got into her beautiful Mori Lee dress from the Wedding Shoppe. Lora’s bridesmaids all wore a beautiful periwinkle dress in different styles by Birdy gray. Their beautiful bouquets created by Aneta’s European Floral which consisted of peonies, poppies, garden roses and greens were a stunning array of color which added to the July day. Ranji and his groomsmen got into their grey suits from Men’s Wearhouse in the grooms suite and then headed out to meet his beautiful bride. We utilized the beautiful greens of Bearpath for photos of the two of them, then family and their stunning and kind wedding party.

Guests from near and far arrived to celebrate Lora and Ranji. As they made their way to their seats, they were presented with fans as programs and asked to sign into a beautiful guestbook. The ceremony begin, and guests were overjoyed to see Lora in her stunning dress. Her father gave her away and then proceeded to address the couple with a beautiful homily. Lora and Ranji’s pastor did the rest of the ceremony and they exchanged beautiful gold rings from Shane Co. As the ceremony concluded, Lora and Ranji were pronounced husband and wife, and exited with rose petals thrown at them to make for a beautiful start of a beautiful marriage.

During the cocktail hour, guests were served colorful mock tails and tasty appetizers. We finished up the family photos and then headed into their reception. The coupe chose chicken or beef dinner and Thirsty Whale Bakery created the most incredible cake to match the floral array of the day. DJ Rick got the party going and Glamour Spin Camera Booth allowed guests to get a memorable experience of the day as they danced and twirled for the camera. Sam Adjei, a good friend of the couple, caught the entire day on video. The night ended as guests were escorted outside for a fun sparkler exit to celebrate the memorable day! Thank you, Lora and Ranji for allowing me to be a part of your day. Have a wonderful honeymoon in the Riviera Maya together! Congratulations!

Ceremony and Reception:::Bearpath Country Club // Hair and Make-up:: Sanctuary Salon and Spa// Wedding dress:: Mori Lee purchased at Wedding Shoppe.// Florals:: Aneta’s European Flora // Baker::Thirsty Whale Bakery // Mensware:: Men’s Wearhouse // Rings:: Shane Co. // Bridesmaid dresses:: Birdy gray. // Shoes:: Anne Klien // DJ:: DJ Rick // Stationary:: Etsy // 360 booth::Glamour Spin Camera Booth //

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    Gathered Oaks Wedding :: Alexandria, MN

    They laugh about it now, but Amber and Jesse met at a house party in college. As soon as Amber saw Jesse, she called dibs on him in front of her friends. The two bonded over a game of pong, got each other’s numbers, and shortly after started dating. Over the course of a few years, the two new they were destined for one another. Jesse had been planning the proposal for months. He decided to take a weekend trip up to the north shore in Duluth, Minnesota with Amber. They did all the typical Duluth things from seeing the lighthouses to exploring the downtown area to doing some beautiful hikes. One evening, around sunset, the two decided to go to the beach to look at the Wisconsin beach lighthouse. It was an incredible night, and the two were completely alone on the beach. It was there that Jesse got down on one knee and asked Amber to be his wife.

    Gathered Oaks was the perfect location for Amber and Jesse to host their beautiful summer wedding day. The day was filled with laughter and tears and it was an incredible joy to photograph so many emotional moments. Amber began the morning by getting ready at Ella‘s Salon and then got into her dress purchased at Our Shop Bridal in the beautiful bridal suite at Gathered Oaks. She then did a first look with her dad, and then went out to meet her groom. Friends and family watched from the balcony as Amber and Jesse did their first look, and then read their intimate vows to one another. The wedding party then joined us for photos on the lawn, the women looked stunning in their, Agave Azazie dresses, and the men look stunning in their navy suits from Men’s Wearhouse.

    Thunderstorms and rain were forecasted for the day for the entire week, but the clouds parted, and the sun came out at the perfect time for Amber and Jesse’s beautiful ceremony . The two were wed and exchanged rings from Wedding Day Diamonds. As they were pronounced husband and wife, guests cheered as the lake shone brilliantly through the trees. Raaper‘s Catering Company provided an incredible meal while at Al Edwards Entertainment brought the party to life.

    We snuck away for some beautiful golden hour photos on the lake, and then Jesse and Amber continued to dance the night away with guests at their reception. Raaper’s brought a food truck in late for night snacks while the sun sunk into the sky creating a beautiful end to a perfect day.

    Jesse and Amber, it was so wonderful to spend your day with you, congratulations! Have a fabulous time on your honeymoon in Nashville!

    Ceremony and Reception:: Gathered Oaks // Hair and Make-up:: Ella’s Salon // Caterer:: Raaper’s Catering Company // Baker:: Walmart // DJ:: Al Edwards Entertainment // Stationary:: Shutterfly // Wedding Dress:: Our Shop Bridal // Bridesmaid Dresses:: Azazie // Men’s Designer:: Men’s Warehouse // Shoes:: Etsy by Christina Christi // Rings:: Wedding Day Diamonds

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      Green Acres Event Center:: Eden Prairie, MN

      In the beginning, they didn’t seem like an obvious match, but after connecting over their shared love of competitive reality shows such as survivor and big brother, the two quickly began chatting and then dating. After a few years, Nia had wanted Nick to propose, and had been waiting for the question. Nick wanted their engagement to be something special and memorable. He ended up booking a birthday trip up to Duluth in March 2021 for the two of them. He secretly packed the ring up as a birthday present, and the two were engaged that evening.

      Green Acres was the perfect venue for Nick and Nia to tie the knot. The girls began their warm June day at Coles Salon in Savage with hair and make up and then headed over to the venue. Nick and his groomsmen met them there and they all began getting ready in the gorgeous barn venue. Nia‘s beautiful white Maggie Soretto dress from the wedding shop was perfect when paired with the burgundy and pink flowers design in bloom created for the day. Nick and Nia had a joyous first look and their wedding party, dressed in burgundy tea length dresses from JJ’s house and gray suits from Millbourne’s clothing, then joined them for some fun. Family photos followed and then guests began to arrive to celebrate with the happy couple. Nia’s step grandfather married the couple, and they both exchanged rings from wedding day diamonds and brilliant earth. Guests celebrated as Nick and Nia exited and then greeted guests for their cocktail hour where the bartenders whipped up drinks perfect to celebrate the occasion.

      Green mill catering provided a tasty meal for dinner while all puffed up bakery created an exquisite wedding cake for the couple and guests to enjoy. Mike from peak entertainment got the party started while Ben from Seoul centered films captured it all on video.

      Congratulations, Nick and Nia! Your day was spectacular! What a joy it was to work with you. Enjoy your incredible honeymoon to Australia and New Zealand!

      Ceremony and Reception:: Green Acres Event Center// Hair and Make-up:: Cole’s Salon- Savage// Caterer:: Green Mill Catering// Florist:: Design n Bloom // Baker:: All Puffed Up Bakery // DJ:: Peak Entertainment // Stationary:: The Knot and Etsy // Wedding Dress:: Maggie Sottero from the Wedding Shoppe // Bridesmaid Dresses:: JJ’s House // Men’s Designer:: Milbern Clothing // Shoes:: Amazon // Rings:: Wedding Day Diamonds and Brilliant Earth //

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        University of Northwestern Wedding:: St. Paul, MN

        It’s no secret that I love being able to capture life’s wonderful moments for people. Of my favorite through is when I have siblings from past weddings reach out to do their upcoming wedding and I have another chance to see their families and document another incredible moment in time for them.

        When this incredible couple reached out and told me that they would be having their wedding at the same place my husband and I were married at years ago, I was thrilled for them! The University of Northwestern holds a special place in my heart. Not only was I married and a student there, I also grew up on campus running around with my siblings as my dad, a finance professor, would continually bring us there on weekends while he would grade papers and meet with students. It is a stunning campus filled with breathtaking architecture and history.

        The bride began her morning getting ready in the bridal suite as the ladies had their hair and make-up done by Primped. We captured all the details including the bride’s beautiful ring purchased at a local Tennessee jeweler and the invitations from Minted. The bride then got on her stunning Morilee gown from the Wedding Shoppe.

        The groom had prepared for the day and was filled with excitement and anticipation. We then utilized the incredible grounds of the University of Northwestern as spring had finally shown it’s face on this glorious May afternoon. The wedding party joined us for photos, ladies in beautiful navy gowns from Azazie, and the men looking sharp in their grey Calvin Klein tuxes from Men’s Warehouse. Family also had photos taken and the stunning bouquets and boutonnieres created by Revel & Flourish popped when placed against the spring colors.

        The bride and groom then went into hiding while family and friends from all over the United States and England showed up to support and bless the happy couple. The two then exchanged vows in Nazareth Chapel after Ovation String Quartet played a beautiful sonnet and the ceremony ended with a heartfelt exit and then headed into a few golden hour photos. Upon returning to the Nazareth Great Room, the happy couple was greeted by guests from all over the United States. They enjoyed dinner from Bon Appetit and cake from Buttercream. What an incredible night with these two! Congratulations!

        Ceremony and Reception:: University of Northwestern// Hair and Make-up:: Primped // Caterer:: Bon Appetit // Florist:: Revel & Flourish // Baker:: Buttercream Cakes // DJ:: Matt of Bellagala // Stationary:: Minted // Wedding Dress:: Morilee from The Wedding Shoppe // Bridesmaid Dresses:: Azazie // Men’s Designer:: Calvin Klein from Men’s Warehouse // Quartet:: Ovation String Quartet //

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        • Carol Northcutt

          These are beautiful but where are the pictures of Joesph’s aunts and uncles on the front steps or anywhere as a matter a fact.

        • admin

          HI Carol!These aren’t all the photos, just my favorites! Emily has access to the entire gallery. You can contact her for the link to view all the photos! Thanks for such a great day!

        Saint Lucia Wedding :: Virgin Islands

        They met on the app Hinge. Kelsey, from the flatlands of Tennessee, and Brian from Minnesota, connected in 2021 when Kelsey moved up to Minnesota. After dating for a while, Brian suggested the two of them get dressed up and go out to dinner in Hudson. As they walked along the beautiful pier on the Minnesota/ Wisconsin border, Brian got down on one knee and asked Kelsey to marry him. The two quickly decided they wanted to do something different to get away from the Minnesota weather, and decided on the beautiful Virgin Island of St. Lucia.

        Lush, green, and full of beauty, the Sandals resort of La Toc in Saint Lucia was a perfect location for their destination wedding. Gorgeous turquoise waters surrounded the island with the Piton Mountains hovering in the background to make an incredible landscape for photos.

        Kelsey began the day at the beautiful Red Line Spa that is featured at every Sandals resort getting her hair and make up done. She looked incredible! We then continued in her hotel room by photographing her incredible details from her Maggie Soretto Designs Dress purchased at the Wedding Shoppe in St. Paul to her beautiful rings from Continental Diamonds. She and her bridesmaids, wearing light blue dresses from Azazie, got ready and then Kelsey went to meet Brian on the beautiful grounds of the resort.

        After an emotional first look and an intimate time of reading their vows to one another, we were joined by their wedding party who all had traveled from different states to celebrate with Kelsey and Brian. We wandered all over the beautiful La Toc resort which ranged from the golden sandy beach to a beautiful sone wall covered in vines and florals.

        The ceremony was absolutely stunning and Kelsey and Brian exited in joy as they were united as husband and wife! Guests gathered on the sand for photos and a joyous celebration with confetti and cheers of joy! A stunning sunset waved the day away and provided a glorious golden hour as guests gathered for the reception at Sunset Bluffs. A five course meal was provided ranging from Ahi Tuna to Coffee-rubbed sirloin, shrimp, grilled supreme chicken and a raging dance party followed. Kelsey then changed into a lightweight dress, perfect for dancing in the midnight air!

        Kelsey and Brian, thank you so much for having us capture your big day! We are so thankful for both of you and feel so honored you would choose to celebrate with you! Congratulations!

        Ceremony and Reception:: Sandals:: La Toc // Florist:: Etsy // Wedding dress:: Maggie Soretto Designs purchased at the Wedding Shoppe // Hair and Make-up:: Red Line Spa // Men’s Ware:: Kohls // Caterer:: Sandals // DJ:: Sandals // Rings:: Continental Diamond //

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