Ceremony: St. Mary's Church in Holy Redeemer School
Reception: Family Farm Marshall, MN
Hair: Saavy Salon Marshall, MN
Bridal Gown: David's Bridal
Bridesmaids Dresses: David's Bridal
Flowers: HyVee Floral Department
Dinner: Rib Shack Sioux Food Truck Sioux Falls, SD
Cake and Cookies: Woodlake Baker-Paula
Mini Cupcakes: Kornerstone Kravings Canby, MN
Videographer: Tobey Krafft Twin Cities, MN
I had the privilege of photographing a beautiful wedding in Marshall at the end of June. The day was perfect, the weather was gorgeous and you could not find anyone more in love than this bride and groom. Their love and passion for each was evident; it was an honor to be in the presence of such happiness! Denise and Chad are an amazing pair! They are so sweet and welcoming they really made my job easy the day of their wedding. I met Denise at the salon the morning of the big day to capture some photos of the getting ready process and then we headed to the church so the bridal party could get dressed. The shining moment had to be when Denise and Chad's little guy, Jax, came bounding in the room to see his momma; she had just gotten dressed and they were able to share a moment just the two of them. Stunning really did not begin to describe Denise. She was absolutely glowing and to see her with her baby made her beam even more. Chad and Jax got to share a similar moment right before Chad saw Denise for the first time. Chad made a handsome groom and seeing his little guy made him grin from ear to ear. I set up a first look along the side of the church, Denise came out the front door and walked over to her groom. Chad's reaction was priceless, you could see the love they had for each other-they were both so relaxed and comfortable with each other capturing authentic moments came very easy.
Their ceremony was beautiful, the church was intimate and had an incredible balcony that was perfect for taking pictures from. After the ceremony, Denise and Chad chose to travel around Marshall to take some fun photos with their wedding party. Their wedding party was INCREDIBLE! They were up for any of my wacky ideas, including hiking up a hill in 85 degree weather to get some great shots. We took photos at Independence Park and under a bridge near Justice Park. We also got some great group shots on the farm once we arrived to the reception.
The reception took place on a family farm and they thought of everything! They had photo spots set up including a couch made out of hay bales, bouncy houses for the kids, bean bag games, lawn games, food, drinks and desserts! Dinner was fantastic and the cupcakes were delicious! Before their first dance took place I was able to steal Denise and Chad away for some romantic photos just the two of them, this is my favorite part of the day when the couple can relax a bit, enjoy some one on one time and I can capture the love they have for one another. Denise and Chad's first dance as husband and wife was incredible, it was set in a farm building and you could tell they were completely lost in the moment. After their dance the party began and the dance floor remained full for the rest of the evening.
It was truly a glorious day, photographing there two and their wedding party was an honor and I can honestly say I gained two friends from this wedding. Nothing makes me happier than when I can capture heartfelt memories for people as nice as Denise and Chad!
