Maggie's ideal clients are all about their friends, family and each other. Through a documentary-style photography approach, she loves to capture the genuine moments of happiness - the excitement! The elation! - on your wedding day.
Look & Book Thea Volk
Thea's drawn to images that capture movement, emotion and moments. Nothing artificial, no acting - just real life.
Rivets and Roses: Wedding Look Book
We think it is important for anyone looking to book a photographer on their wedding day to see full wedding coverage by the photographer. From the time the couple gets ready in the morning to the time your guests are celebrating on the dance floor, we are there to capture it all. The next few days we will be showcasing weddings by our Rivets and Roses team to give you an idea of what they deliver to their clients to help you find your perfect photographer!
Getting Ready: Photo by Ryan Stadler
First Look: Photo by Thea Volk
The Wedding Party: Photo by Maggie Witter
The Ceremony: Photo by Melissa Hesse
First Dance: Photo by Jackson Faith
The Newlyweds: Photo by Bryan Blumenschein
Greg & Steph // Married // Post by Maggie
Right away when I met these two I knew that we were going to be good friends! They are so sweet and their positive energy is contagious. They had a beautiful ceremony in early August at Hope Church in downtown Minneapolis, and celebrated with their guests afterwards at the Prestwick Golf Club in Woodbury. It was obvious Greg and Steph were all about enjoying their time with their friends and family and of course, loving on each other. Congratulations Greg and Steph!
Mr. & Mrs. Rubin // Married // Post by Ryan
Rob and Christine got married at Energy Park in Saint Anthony Main, and brought all their friends and family to celebrate with them at The W Hotel in downtown Minneapolis. Their selected locations complimented these two very well. Their love is one of a kind and so was their wedding. Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mr.s Rubin!
Christie & Ryan // Engaged // Post by Melissa
Christie and Ryan are high school sweethearts who waited years until the day when Ryan asked Christie to marry her in a field lit with the words "will you marry me?" These two will get married next summer in an apple orchard, and I can't wait to be part of their very anticipated wedding day! Congratulations Christie and Ryan, your love is one of a kind.
Kael & Brad // Married // Post by Thea
Jackie & John // Engaged // Post by Jackson
The rain cleared just as I met with Jackie and John for their engagement session. We stopped the streets, sat down for a drink, and found secluded areas around the city until the sun went down. Can't wait for these two to get married next August!
Chelsey & Kyle // Engaged // Post by Thea
Chelsey and Kyle were full of love and joy during their engagement session. It really helps when a couple is comfortable in front of the camera, and these two totally were! We went all over Minneapolis starting at Lake Harriet, to the North Loop, and back alley's. I can't wait for these two to get married. Congratulations Chelsey and Kyle on your engagement!
Bryan & Flora // Married // Post by Ryan
I love when couples infuse so much of who they are into a wedding. Flora loves pink, vintage touches and elegance. Bryan loves nature. He spent his whole childhood adventuring on this property and learning about various plants. So, they had a very elegant, nature and pink filled wedding on the family farm and totally pulled it off. They kept the guest list short and sweet and threw one great party. Though it was hot and humid, you can't even tell from the photos. Everyone really enjoyed the day and as the sun set, a cool breeze carried any thought of sweat and stickiness away. Congratulations Bryan and Flora!!
Charlie & Brent // Married // Post by Melissa
When Charlie and Brent bought their new home in Minneapolis they instantly knew it would be their wedding location. Both being from Texas, and finding each other in Minnesota they made their wedding a reflection of the life they have built together here. These two have the sweetest souls, and anyone who encounters their love knows they are beyond perfect for each other. Congratulations Charlie and Brent!!
10 Years: Alumni Natalie Finazzo
Natalie brought us her distinctive vision while she was on the Rivets and Roses team. She classically captures the love that people share together and brings out their emotion with her big personality. It was such a joy taking a look back at the archives and finding these photographs of Natalie's. See what she is up to now! http://www.nataliefinazzophotography.com/
10 Years: Alumni Marc James
As a Rivets and Roses photographer, Marc James combined his documentary and design approach into his wedding photography. His natural ways of capturing the beauty in people allows Marc to share with the viewer what makes his subjects interesting. See what Marc is up to now! https://www.facebook.com/MarcJamesImagery
10 Years: Alumni Louisa Podlich
Louisa was the second photographer to join the Rivets and Roses team. She brings out a new side of people and has found that gift with her photography. From brides and grooms, to babies, and travel Louisa has a unique eye for portraits. See what Louisa has been up to since being on the Rivets and Roses team! http://louisapodlich.com/
10 Years: Alumni Leslie Plesser
Leslie served on the Rivets and Roses team for a couple of seasons. She always finds the beauty in a couple and makes that connection with the viewer. Her passion for people, music, and dogs has tied in with her love for photography as well. We are honored to have had Leslie on our team, and are so proud of all that she has done since!
See more of Leslie's work here: http://shuttersmack.com/
10 Years: Alumni Desiree Mostad
Desiree was on the Rivets and Roses team when she lived in Minnesota. Looking through our archive these images show that Desiree's work has always been fun, colorful, and she always is trying new things to continue growing as a photographer. Desiree is now an international lifestyle portrait and editorial travel photographer based in Stavanger, Norway. Check out her website, and see what she is up to: http://desireephoto.com/
10 Years: Alumni Brandon Werth
Brandon was the first photographer on Rivets and Roses. He and Eliesa Johnson started this company with little intention to have it grow to what it is today, but we are so happy it did! Looking through our archive these images show that Brandon's work has always been fun and playful.
Catch more of Brandon's work and see what he is up to now: http://brandonwerth.com/
10 Years: Looking Back
This year marks the 10 year anniversary of our sister company Photogen Inc. Started by Eliesa Johnson our remarkable boss lady. As we celebrate all that she has done in the past 10 years, Rivets and Roses is part of that celebration. Our team has grown from what used to be one main shooter (Brandon Werth) to what is now 6 photographers.
There have been some seriously talented photographers who have served on the Rivets and Roses team in the past 10 years. Not only have they supported our team, and Photogen Inc. but so have our assistants. We are beyond thankful for all that the Rivets and Roses team members and assistants have put into these companies, and are proud of their hard working efforts that they have made to be where they are today.
A Moment // Post by Ryan
Every loop pulled and secured to its destination.
Every rush of emotion.
Every moment of panic and nervousness followed by immeasurable joy.
A pause as light falls from a distant window revealing just how perfect the dress fits.
Those fleeting moments of sun and warmth as you walk together towards an uncertain, but promising future.
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We are there with you and we feel it, too.
Tiegan & Andy // Married // Post by Melissa
Every year Tiegan and Andy go on a camping trip in the summer with their family. This year they decided it was going to be for their wedding. Everyone gathered at the Black Lantern Resort in Bemidji, MN to celebrate the beautiful love they share together. I would take a trip every year to do this day all over again with them. Congratulations Tiegan and Andy!
