Brian & Kathleen’s Minneapolis Rooftop Wedding

Often I’m asked during consults with engaged couples, what if something happens to you? I answer with confidence that I have a lot of photographer friends, all of whom photograph weddings on their own, and I’d hope that we’d be able to find an acceptable substitute in the event of an illness or other problem.

And this summer, the worst came true:  I broke my leg and had to find someone to take the lead at Brian & Kathleen’s wedding.  The hero of this day:  Jeannette of Wild Curl Photography.  Jeannette stepped up and joined the bride, groom, and wedding party on a trolley through the Twin Cities for some pre-wedding portraits, including these at the Twins’ new home, Target field.  

I waited back at the Crowne Plaza Northstar hotel in Minneapolis, and was able to second shoot the ceremony and reception with Jeannette.  And what a lovely rooftop the hotel has for an outdoor wedding ceremony!  The sun was just setting and it was a beautiful evening.


Venue – Crowne Plaza Northstar Minneapolis
Flowers – A Precious Petals Florist
Cake – Queen of Cakes


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Brian & Kathleen’s Minneapolis Rooftop Wedding

Orange and Green | Succulent Styled Shoot

I had the amazing opportunity to attend the Poser: Exposed workshop in Dallas in July, taught by a wedding photographer whose work and style I greatly admire.  As part of the workshop, there was a mock wedding where we got to watch our workshop leader in action.  I wanted to share some of the wedding tablescapes, because I thought they were beautiful and inspriational.

The wedding was held in the beautiful patio space at the tapas restaurant Cafe Malaga in McKinney, Texas.  I just adored the flower arrangements, done by the amazing Ashley of ashlilium.  I especially loved that the succulents in the bridal bouquet could be planted after the wedding, and they would just grow in place.  What a wonderful post-wedding keepsake.  And it wouldn’t be a 2010 wedding without a cupcake table.  Here the cupcakes were from the national cupcake powerhouse Sprinkles, and I can vouch for their deliciousness.

Orange and Green | Succulent Styled Shoot
July 30, 2010 - 9:46 PM

destiny - wow! what a great job shooting the details, especially with your injury.. was great meeting you, hope your recover sooner than expected :)

August 2, 2010 - 12:53 PM

gary bradford - you totally killed the deets! love it!

Brandon’s Broadway Bar Mitzvah

Say that 3 times fast . . .  I had a wonderful time photographing Brandon at his Broadway-themed Bar Mitzvah at the Mendakota Country Club and Temple of Aaron in St. Paul. 

Brandon’s Broadway Bar Mitzvah

Lookout World! Sophia turns one.

My what a difference a year makes!  Sophia’s gone from a teeny newborn (see her photos) to an adorable little person, walking and talking and really curious about my camera lens!  Some things stay the same, however. Sophia was still one of the most content subjects I’ve ever had.  We took these photos in her Minneapolis yard and then went for a stroll along the Minnehaha parkway for a change of scenery. 

Lookout World! Sophia turns one.

Mark & Kris | Engaged

I met Mark & Kris on my triathlon team last year and was honored when they contacted me to do engagement photos for them.  They picked Lake Calhoun, in Uptown, Minneapolis for their session, because that was where they met and where they got engaged!  We had a beautiful night with the last of the spring flowers blooming.  Here’s your sneak peek!

Mark & Kris | Engaged
June 3, 2010 - 4:48 AM

Jeannnette - Beautiful! Fabulous images Sarah and such great colors.

June 6, 2010 - 8:01 PM

Steve - Great pics you guys! I am very, very happy for you both!!! Have a great time on Kris’s birthday!!!

Miss you guys,,
Steve

4 Year Old Shae | Minneapolis Children’s Photography

When I first met Shae, he was a little reluctant to leave Dad’s side. Fortunately for all of us, he warmed up and we had a fun evening photo session downtown Minneapolis!  Here’s a sneak peek of a few from our photo session. 

It was wonderful to meet you!  I’ll post your full gallery soon.

4 Year Old Shae | Minneapolis Children’s Photography
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