The heart behind what I do and who I am as a photographer.

So let me guess: you’re engaged! As a Minnesota wedding and lifestyle photographer (and past bride), I know just how exciting this time of life is. So before you even keep reading, congratulations, sweet friend! I trust that you’ve popped some bubbly and are officially ready to enter the planning phase in this sweet chapter […]

Picture this: it’s the week of your wedding. You wake up on the Monday before your big day to a new message. To your surprise, your bestie has sent you a Starbucks gift card to treat yourself. Your week ahead includes a massage, nails with your girls, date night with your fiancé, the rehearsal dinner, […]

When it comes to wedding planning, there’s a ton of information to help you plan the best day ever. In the wedding planning industry, there seems to be several “hot takes” thrown around. From color palettes to wedding favors, there’s probably a controversial opinion. So I figured I’d share one of my hot takes and […]

Let me guess: when you picture eloping, it’s probably not in Minnesota, right?! And hey, I get it! But as a Minnesota wedding and lifestyle photographer, I can truly say that the Land of 10,000 Lakes is one of the most underrated places in the US to elope. With a diverse ecosystem, 4 seasons, endless […]

The sentiment of, “your wedding day flies by in the blink of an eye” couldn’t possibly be more true. At the end of your wedding night, you’ll probably find yourself wondering where the day even went as you pull bobby-pin after bobby-pin out of your hair. Before you know it, you’ll be celebrating your 1 […]

When it comes to deciding what size wedding is right for you, there are several factors to consider. From location, to budget, and everything in between, it can be a daunting decision. As a wedding and portrait photographer, I’ve had the honor of capturing weddings of all sizes. While it’s ultimately a personal decision, I’m […]

Where are all my “I have no idea what to wear” people at? Uff, I feel you! And then you add in finding an outfit for your engagement session!? As a wedding and lifestyle photographer (and past bride), I know firsthand how daunting the task of choosing the ‘perfect’ outfit can be. There seems to […]

The time is nearing… high school juniors everywhere are starting to think about their senior year that’s just around the corner. They are beginning to look at colleges, think about their future plans, dream about graduation day, aaaand get ready for senior pictures! If you are a junior or a parent of a soon-to-be high […]

So, he popped the question, the ring is on your finger… but now what? Planning a wedding can seem like a completely overwhelming task. Sometimes you don’t even know where to start! This is why I wanted to create a complete wedding planning guide to help you get started. By having a checklist for yourself, […]

As you’ve probably noticed, first look wedding photos have been a popular trend for a while now. On the other hand, the time-honored practice of waiting to see your sweetheart is still a strong tradition. As your wedding day approaches you may be trying to decide whether you want first look wedding photos, or whether […]