Ashley and Andrew

I was referred to Ashley and Andrew from a relative and so very happy that we had the chance to work together. I made the drive down to Iowa and met with the couple at their hotel. From there we head over to a local park to do the formals. It was a very HOT day, but the couple and their families are so laid back and all about having a good time and made the best of the heat! The day continued in such a fashion, as we head over to the Falls Park for the ceremony and additional formals. Camping is a big part of their family and they incorporated it into their wedding, instead of the traditional limo they had an RV decorated in customary fashion for their get away vehicle. Ashley and Andew met at a TGIFridays, so TGIF sent a pile of Fridays dinner mints to add to their favors. Very cool and unique gesture for a restaurant to support its match making skills. It was a pleasure working with you both and I look forward to seeing you again. (Ashley and I also did a trash the dress session a couple week backs so look for those photos coming soon)

Carrie and Justin

Another Extreme Engagement session under the belt! I met with Carrie and Jusin in their home town of Owatonna. We head over to Caplans Woods Park to capture some images, but ended up being captured for dinner. I have never seen a swarm of mosquitos as big as the one we tried to fight off. Not even DEET made an impact on the mosquitos attacking from all directions. Besides for the images that looked like Carrie and Justin were attacking each other from swatting the mosquitos, we had a great time and captured some amazing moments! It was also one of the funnest sessions I have had. Thanks Carrie and Justin for such a great evening out!

Coley and Dustin

I met Coley in the morning at her hotel to capture the girls getting ready for the big day. Then we head over to Edinburgh to begin the formals. The rain came and went, with us ducking in and out for photos and then the sky cleared up and became the most beautiful blue. It looked so amazing with the colors in the girls dresses. It was almost as if God wanted to be part of her pictures. The rain held off long enough for Coley and Dustin to say their vows and then with the first kiss came a huge crash of thunder to kick of the applause of the crowd. Every one got inside just in time before the torrential downpours of the evening. But no worries, the reception was so beautifully decorated and everyone so extremely happy to see these two people so obviously in love begin their journey together! Congratulations Coley and Dustin it was so wonderful to be a part of your wedding and good luck with the new life together!

Birch Bump and Single Track Attack Images are now online!

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Amelia & John

I met up with Amelia and John at Lake Bryant Park in Eden Prairie. Super cute park with tons of places for photographs + super cute couple = fabulous day : ). Another great thing about being a photographer, not only do I get to meet so many great people but I also get to explore our wonderful state as well! Thanks A & J for a great afternoon at the lake!