I have never been entirely sure that I believe in love at first sight, but when I meet couples like Kirsten & Graeme, there is no denying that the phenomenon exists. These two lovebirds met while living in different countries and despite all of the odds, they were married a few weeks ago in the northern woods of Minnesota at the beautiful Juliane James Place. Kirsten & Graeme love each other in that way we all want to be loved; completely, unselfishly and quietly. Their wedding wasn't flashy, stressful or dramatic; instead it was mellow and warm, and filled with people who loved them. Kirsten & Graeme: congratulations on winning the Rivets & Roses wedding giveaway; I hope you love these photos!
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An Elegant Affair (Post by Louisa)
When I photographed Nick & Allison's engagement session earlier this summer I knew that their wedding would be just like them: classic, quietly elegant and sweet. And I was right! I love being right. Everything was immaculate and fresh; from the dress to the location to the champagne toast. I could make images of these two all day long because yes, they are beautiful, but they are also gracious and cooperative, a fact that has clearly not been lost on their friends over the years. All weddings have the "it takes a village" component when it comes to enlisting family and friends for help, but I have never seen a group of people more organized or talented than the crew who came out for Allison & Nick. Their friend Abby is a minister and she delivered a beautiful sermon demonstrating how well she knows these two as individuals and as a couple. Chia Yin made not one, but four gorgeous wedding cakes. Alyssa (who by the way is not a professional florist) did all of the stunning centerpieces for the entire dinner and they fit in beautifully with the bouquets and boutonnieres by Jackie of Munster Rose . Jenny, John, Clint, Madeline and Sally worked on decorations and setup. I'm sure there are more people I didn't even get a chance to meet, but I just can't get over how all of these people came together with their skills and pulled off a beautiful day. Allison & Nick, thank you for letting Amelia, Desiree and me be a part of your day. We were so impressed by you and your family and friends.
Soul Magnets (Images by Louisa)
The first wedding of the year is a big deal. It's exciting and fresh and everyone in the wedding world puts their best foot forward for occasions just like this one. When I met Lindsey and David last fall I knew they were going to have a special wedding. Their relationship is so sweet and they love each other so much that it's just refreshing to be around them. After we shot their engagement photos I was totally hooked. They got married on gorgeous, windy, unseasonably warm March 10th of this year at the Hope Community Church in downtown Minneapolis. Their ceremony was heartfelt and emotional with lovely vows that they had written themselves. As usual, I cried. Lindsey and David describe themselves as soul magnets, and insofar as I know about these things, I'd have to agree with them. They are wonderful together and much beloved by their families and friends. Lindsey and David: I hope you two have the most wonderful life together, and I hope you make babies really, really soon, because I can't wait to work with you again! Special thanks to my second shooter Jessica for some of the lovely images below and to Munster Rose for the breathtakingly beautiful flowers.
Surrender {by Louisa}
Winter in Minnesota is cold. It's cold and windy and (often but not always) covered in snow. But winter in Minnesota? It can be breathtakingly beautiful too. If you surrender to the cold and the damp and the wind you can get portraits more beautiful than you ever imagined. Of course it helps if your model is the gorgeous and easy-going Lauren Beuckman and the florals and styling are the brainchild of Jackie from Munster Rose. The moral of the story? Don't let a few chills slow you down...just surrender.
No winter blues here (by Louisa)
This is Jackie. Jackie is not only drop-dead beautiful, but she is also the talent behind one of my favorite florists of all time, Munster Rose. Jackie and I have a little collaboration that we're working on at sunrise tomorrow and I can't wait to show it to you. Stay tuned for a sneak peek of her amazing work!