Larry and Ashley spent a gorgeous summer day at Voyageur Environmental Center in Mound, MN starting their marriage adventure.

The hallways are crowded- full of energetic preteens navigating new friendships, crushes, homework, body odor and all of the awkward goodness that comes along with middle school. This is where David and Linnea met on October 1, 2002 and struck up a friendship.

If you are looking for a rustic, barn style wedding that’s close to the Twin Cities, this is a great option. 

Most weddings make me cry at least once. It’s true. I’ve mastered taking photos through slightly blurry vision at times. Getting to witness two different stories and families joining together in love always makes my heart pitter patter like crazy. 

However, it was two unexpected moments that got the tears flowing at Dwight and Lisa’s wedding. 

Congrats to Keith and Ashley who are celebrating their one year anniversary today! It was amazing to be a part of their wedding. They are so sweet and laid back, and have a deep love and respect for each other.

I was lucky enough to assist the wonderful Chantel Lynn Photography shoot the very first wedding at the new Leopold’s Mississippi Gardens last fall. Let me tell you- this venue is incredible and such an asset to the Minneapolis wedding scene!