Elk River Grad: Tara

She came ready for her session. When we met at one of the locations, she came out in a beautiful white dress with her hair blowing in the wind. Ready for anything, Tara rocked it during her entire session! I loved when she had feedback and ideas for how she wanted to sit, or what look she was going for. What a beautiful girl! Here are a few favorites:

Because dance is a big part of Tara's life, we were able to incorperate it into her session:

Thanks for being so amazing, Tara! Have a blast this year!

Rosemount Grad: Ashley

She happened upon my website through facebook. Even though I am over an hour away from her, she was determined to schedule a session. I have to admit, I was both surprised and honored. I have had a handful of grads come from an hour or more away and every time it amazes me.
All I can say is I am so glad they decided to come! Ashley and her mom were so kind, so sweet, and so fun to work with! We went to some great locations I had in mind and they ended up being perfect for the style Ashley was going for.

Here are some highlights of this beautiful grad:

Have an amazing year, Ashley!

Zimmerman Grad: Emily

Emily is a one in a million teen. She is kind, smart, athletic, genuine and beautiful. She is a girl I would trust to watch my own son. Her session last month was truly wonderful. She was at ease in front of the camera and had no problem bringing her authentic smile throughout the entire session.
Here are a few of my favorites from our time capturing this significant season in life:

Have a great senior year, emily!

Engagement Session: Alyssa & Ryan

When Alyssa contacted me to photograph her and Ryan, I was super excited. They are having a destination wedding next year and wanted to get some fun images to announce their big day in style. Within a moment of meeting this couple, I loved them. They are relaxed, fun, and incredibly nice. Both of them couldn't help but smile- which made my job easy. :)

We started out at the gorgeous railroad tracks. It was hot and humid- but these two were amazing!

What would an engagement session be without a shot of THE ring?

Seriously you two, stop being so adorable!

Alyssa, you are stunning. You're going to make a gorgeous bride!

I love this. I told Alyssa to whisper something sweet to Ryan. She actually cupped her hand, (as in 2nd grade secrets), and we about died laughing. So cute!

Congrats you two! Thanks for letting me into your lives!

Camie & Josh: Big Lake/St. Cloud Wedding!

He liked her a lot. He often asked her sister if she was available- but she never was. Then, a change. Camie was single and he was going to see her soon. The place: Camie's sister's wedding. This time Camie saw Josh; she really saw him for all that he was. At the wedding they connected and knew this was something special. They've been together ever since.

Camie and Josh were one of THE MOST FUN couples I have ever worked with. We were laughing almost to the point of tears during their engagement session and their wedding day was no different.

Despite a rainy forecast, the sun was shining bright and their love was aglow. Highlights of their incredibly beautiful wedding follow- check out that classic car!

A beautiful moment between mother & daughter...

The First Look!

What a fitting end to their highlights; CHEERS to Camie & Josh!!

Here is their video featuring more highlights from their day: