Collin + Ashley's Wedding / The Wilds Golf Club / Prior Lake, MN

Sometimes I am really surprised by how weddings turn out. Not from a photography perspective, but by the people involved. This wedding was one of those that I wish I could get all the time. I never ran into the disgruntled Uncle or irritated Bridesmaid.  Don't get me wrong, weddings can be high stress and emotions are all over the place. I know. But the whole day was a joy and the people were a joy to be around. A lot of people danced!  Even after Collin and Ashley left. So cool! And even though the smoke from the sparklers choked and nearly blinded Ashley, she kept a smile on her face the entire time. Congrats Collin and Ashley, you made it. May God pour out abundant grace and love in you both as your lives continue as one.

Jon + Senate's Engagement / Stillwater, MN

When you start photographing people and weddings, you always wonder how many friends will be contacting you.  Well, I kinda started this photography thing a tad later in life (30) and most of my friends are already married and into careers and families. BUT, there are always a few that wait.  I am so thankful my buddy, Jon, waited.  We were track captains together in High School and just great friends.  He went on to the Naval Academy and continued more school and also serves in the military.  His fiance, Senate is super fun and cool and I am so excited to be photographing the wedding at the Mill City Museum next summer.  Congrats you guys! Love you both!

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4th of July / Veterans Park / Richfield, MN

THOUGHT I'D POST SOME PERSONAL WORK FOR A CHANGE!  THESE ARE SOME FUN PICS FROM VETERANS PARK ON JULY 4TH. FIREWORKS IN RICHFIELD ARE SIMILAR TO A MINI STATE FAIR.  MASS OF HUMANITY, BUT TONS OF CULTURE AND FUN.  I'VE GROWN TO LOVE THIS RECENTLY MADE FAMILY TRADITION. I WAS SLOWING THE SHUTTER SPEED WAY DOWN AND CRANKING THE ISO WAY UP...HERE ARE THE RESULTS!