Lebanon Hills Park Engagement Photography | Katelyn & Ethan

Katelyn and Ethan meet through various lunches with mutual friends at Marantha Baptist University! It took some smooth moves but Ethan eventually asked for Katelyn's number.  After talking and getting to know each other Ethan came to realize that he was enjoying his time with Katelyn more and more. He chalks it up to witchcraft! 

 During their last Christmas break, Ethan was visiting Katelyn. Not only would they be celebrating Katelyn's Birthday (Dec. 31st) but also their 1 year anniversary! (Jan.1st) Between Christmas and new years Riverside Park in La crosse, WI annually hosts a large Christmas display. Due to Katelyn's strong love of Christmas lights, they decided they would go on her birthday! In the warm glow of twinkle lights, they walked around reminiscing over their favorite parts of the year. As midnight approached they made their way over to the light house display ( Katelyn loves lighthouses). The clock was just about to welcome a new year, when Ethan got down on one knee and asked Katelyn to marry him. Katelyn said "he timed it just right so he could tell people he had to wait until the next year for his answer!"  She of course said yes!

They are looking forward to a fall wedding this year! Until then please enjoy Katelyn and Ethan's sun soaked engagement session at Lebanon Hills Regional Park!!!

Vadnais Heights Commons Wedding Photography | Michelle & Jason | Minneapolis & St Paul Wedding Photographer

Last Saturday Michelle and Jason married at the Vadnais Heights Commons surround by all their loved ones; the day felt like the first real day of summer with warm sunny skies.
 Michelle and Jason did not meet by chance; they were thoughtfully paired by their best friends for a wedding. As they walked down the aisle to support their best friends they did not think that 2 years later they would be at their own wedding!! Michelle is one of the sweetest people I have had the joy to serve; knowing she was marrying Jason, she had the biggest smile on her face all day.
The first look took place at a nearby park that Michelle had had her heart set on. As Michelle walked up and tapped Jason on the shoulder, Jason yelled out “whose there?!” making Michelle giggle as he turned and was able to take in her beauty for the first time that day.
 The ceremony took place at Vadnais Heights Commons with large windows and vaulted ceilings generously bathing natural light throughout the space.  The greenery details throughout the decorations were the perfect touch, giving the room a splash of elegance.  A personal favorite moment of the day (had me even a littler teary-eyed; vows and toasts get me every time) came during the speeches. The maid of honor was scrolling through their memories together and how excited she was for her best friend.  She said she knew that Jason was proof that all good things come to those who wait. Cue Tears. 

It was clear to everyone in attendance that these two are made for each other. I wish them all the happiness marriage can bring. <3

Second Styled Shoot is in the Bag

I have always loved movies.  You would often find my family in the living room cuddling up on the couch absorbed in stories being told on a big screen. Dream retirement job would be writing movie reviews just like Movie Mom on 94.5. One of my most recent favorites was the movie lalaland! The visuals danced into my heart making me want to be a part of it! After finding some fantastic vendors who wanted to be a part of my vision too we did a styled shoot.this is my second one and it was as just much fun as the first one! I am still in the publishing process so here is a couple behind the scenes photos for now! I wanted to say thank you to Hannah with Morning Light Photography for helping shoot a couple with me behind the camera! 

This is my second styled shoot and it just amazes me the talents of those around me. One thing I LOVE about these types of shoots is not only the willingness to give there time, but the beautiful things creatives make when you give them free reign to create what they love! With this shoot I feel like I meshed really well with the planners and models which was a good feeling. It is also a great way to warm up for this coming wedding season!!!

Don't worry this whole session will be on the blog SOON!!!