WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY ARCHIVES

Sunken Garden Covered Porch Wedding Photos | Kaitlan + Tristan

Como Park Sunken Garden Wedding Photos

Kaitlan + Tristan were big Harry Potter fans. While they didn’t want a “theme” wedding, they still wanted to include touches of the Harry Potter universe in their big day. Everything went off without a hitch, and they had a spectacular wedding day!

We began with wedding preparation at a nearby hotel. They even brought their sweet kitties to the hotel with them, and were excited to have the cats dressed in Harry Potter house sweaters while they held their “cat first look” photos inside the hotel. Once they were ready, it was on to Como Park.

Kaitlan + Tristan’s first look was held in the Como Park Exedra. We followed up with couple portraits around the Frog Pond. Afterward, they had wedding party and family photos before it was on to the big event! They spoke their vows in front of their closest family and friends, and then it was on to the reception right over in the Como Covered Porch.

Como Covered Porch Reception

Kaitlan + Tristan had so much fun at their reception. The event began with cocktail hour, and then followed with a buffet dinner. After the toasts were given, they held their first dance, and then everyone danced their way into the night.

Thank You!

Kaitlan + Tristan, thank you so much for working with me as your Minneapolis wedding photographer! I had so much fun working with you both, and I’m so happy for you as you begin your new lives together.

If you are considering a Como Park wedding, contact me soon!

VENDORS
Wedding Venue: Como Park Sunken Garden
Reception Venue: Como Park Covered Porch
Wedding Dress: Essence of Australia
Hair/Makeup: Gypsy Hair Guru
Groom Attire: Men’s Wearhouse
Catering: Lancer
Wedding Cake: Buttercream

Como Exedra Wedding Photographer | Adrienne + Lyle

By Joanna Carina

Como Park Exedra Wedding Photographer

Adrienne + Lyle had a gorgeous wedding ceremony at Como Park. With their smaller group size, they fit perfectly on the Como Park Exedra, right above the Frog Pond in front of the Conservatory. The September weather could not have been more perfect!

They started their big event with their first look, followed by couple portraits around the Frog Pond. Once these were over, it was on to get ready for the big event! Once all the guests had arrived, they held their wedding ceremony under the warm autumn sun. There was laughter and tears, and even a sweet song was sung by Lyle’s niece. After the big event, we had some time for family photos, and then Adrienne + Lyle headed off to the reception in Lyle’s restored classic car.

Porter Creek Hardwood Grill Reception

The reception was held in the patio of the Porter Creek Hardwood Grill in Eden Prairie. They had an amazing dinner, followed by toasts, games and cake cutting. They had a wonderful day!

Thank You!

Adrienne + Lyle, thank you so much for working with me for your wedding photography! I had so much fun working with you both, and I’m so happy for you as you begin your new lives together.

If you are considering a Como Park Exedra wedding, contact me soon!

VENDORS
Wedding Venue: Como Park Exedra
Reception Venue: Porter Creek Hardwood Grill
Wedding Dress: Brides of France
Hair/Makeup: Smokeshow Studios
Wedding Rings: Knox Jewelers
Officiant: Tom Armstrong
Wedding Cake/Desserts: Nadia Cakes
Videography: Natural Media

Como Japanese Garden Wedding Photos | Jennie + William

By Joanna Carina

Japanese Garden Wedding Photographer

Jennie was a former wedding planner, so she had a spectacular day planned for her beautiful autumn wedding with William. To honor William’s Asian heritage, they planned to be married at the gorgeous Como Park Japanese Garden. Following their big event, they were celebrating with a gorgeous dinner at the Garden Room in Eden Prairie, and celebrations including a Lion Dance with drummers, as well as an amazing Asian food spread and late night snacks, and then followed with casino games and dancing. So much fun!

Japanese Garden Como Park

Como Park’s Japanese Garden was a stunning setting for their beautiful wedding ceremony. They had a celebratory brunch immediately after their ceremony, and then headed over to the Garden Room for the big reception.

Garden Room Wedding Reception

The evening started with a cocktail hour, followed by an amazing Asian dinner, and then toasts. Jennie, William and their wedding party changed into more Western attire, and then began the celebration with their first dance and cake cutting. Afterward, they unveiled casino night, with tables and dealers scattered around the room, and partied their way into the night.

Thank You!

Jennie + William, thank you so much for working with me for your wedding photography! I had so much fun working with you both, and I’m so happy for you as you begin your new lives together.

If you are considering a Como Park Japanese Garden wedding, contact me soon!

VENDORS
Wedding Venue: Como Park Japanese Garden
Reception Venue: The Garden Room
Wedding Dress: Custom-made by bride
Wedding Flowers: Designed by bride
Catering: Friends
Casino Tables + Dealers: Las Vegas Tonight
Grazing Table: Vittles Catering
Videography: Love River Films

Silverwood Park Wedding Photographer | Alison + Brian

By Joanna Carina

Silverwood Park Wedding Photos

Alison + Brian were planning their wedding from afar. They both even lived in separate cities! They were so excited for their big day and the point where they would not only be married, but get to live together, as their schools and jobs kept them apart beforehand. We had several meetings via Zoom and phone before their big day, and before we knew it, the day finally arrived!

Silverwood Park Wedding and Reception

The day started with Alison + Brian’s prep at Silverwood, and then their first look. We worked together on some couple portraits before capturing family portraits. Then it was on to the big event! They spoke their vows on the beautiful Silverwood Patio, and then we headed off to cocktail hour and then dinner. After toasts were given, Alison + Brian even sang a sweet ukulele duet they had written together celebrating their love. There wasn’t a dry eye in the room! We finished the night with games, a Photo Booth, pie and even a smore’s bar with toasted marshmallows on the Silverwood patio fireplace.

Thank You!

Alison + Brian, thank you so much for including me as your Minneapolis wedding photographer for your beautiful day. I am so happy for you both as you begin your new lives together!

BONUS: Be sure to take a look at Katharine + Zach’s Silverwood Park wedding photos. Also check out Nazanin + Jack’s Hyland Hills Chalet wedding reception photos, another Three Rivers Park District venue.

VENDORS
Venue: Silverwood Park
Catering: Classic Catering
Wedding Pies: Classic Catering
Wedding Coordinator: Bella Gala

Glass House Wedding Photographer | Kelly + Chris

By Joanna Carina

Glass House Wedding Photos

Kelly + Chris were planning to be married at Glass House in Minneapolis. Even though there was rain on their big day, it did not dampen their spirits as they were so excited to tie the knot! Instead of a traditional late afternoon/evening event, they opted for a daytime wedding with brunch reception, and everything was so amazing.

They started out with a quick first look shortly after they arrived at Glass House. Afterward, the guests began arriving for a fun cocktail hour filled with friends, appetizers and drinks, and even a string quartet. Once everyone was ready, guests were then ushered into the dining area, and once they took their seats, it was time for the big event!

Glass House Wedding Reception

Chris and Kelly tied the knot in front of their friends and relatives. They were so happy, I’m not sure there was a dry eye in the room! After they said their vows, it was time for quick group photos, and then on to brunch. They had an amazing spread consisting of a waffle bar and other brunch favorites, and then followed with dessert, coffee and cocktails into the afternoon as the sun finally made an appearance and guests could mingle in the front garden of Glass House.

Thank You!

Kelly + Chris, thank you so much for working with me for your wedding photography! I had so much fun working with you both, and I’m so happy for you as you begin your new lives together.

If you are considering a Glass House wedding in Minneapolis MN, contact me soon!

VENDORS
Venue: Glass House Minneapolis
Hair/Makeup: Lady Vamp
Coordinator: BG Events & Design
Florist: BG Events & Design
Decor: BG Events & Design
Catering: Chow Girls
Music: Boom Island String Quartet

Sunken Garden Como Park Wedding Photos | Sam + James

By Joanna Carina

Sunken Garden Wedding Photographer

I worked with James + Sam to capture their beautiful wedding day at the Como Park Conservatory Sunken Garden in St Paul MN. (We had worked together last year for their engagement photography too, so be sure to check out their engagement photos too!)

Sunken Garden Como Park

James + Sam’s wedding was so gorgeous (as is the case with every wedding at the Conservatory!) We began their big day by capturing their first look photos at their house in W St Paul. After the fun, we headed over to Como Park for some couple photos before the big event.

They spoke their vows as the sun was lowering and dusk was setting in. After hugs and family photos, we finished their event with more couple photos in the beautiful Sunken Garden. Once we were finished, they headed off to their reception dinner with family and friends.

Thank You!

James + Sam, thank you so much for working with me for your wedding photography! I had so much fun working with you both, and I’m so happy for you as you begin your new lives together.

If you are considering a Como Park Sunken Garden wedding, contact me soon!

Saint Paul Hotel Wedding Photographer | Emily + Jesse

By Joanna Carina

Saint Paul Hotel Wedding Photos

Emily + Jesse chose to work with me to capture their leap day St Paul Hotel wedding. They were getting married in the Ordway Suite with their immediate family and best friends. The late February day was warm-ish (for MN weather) and beautifully sunny. After the two of them prepared for their big day, we headed down to the gorgeous Saint Paul Hotel lobby for first look photos and portraits. Once we were finished, we decided to go on a little walk to capture more photos. First we headed over to Rice Park, and then we visited the historic Landmark Center to capture fun photos of the two of them in the beautiful vintage setting. We had so much fun! Afterward, it was back to the Saint Paul Hotel for the big event!

Saint Paul Hotel Wedding Photography

Emily + Jesse held their wedding ceremony in the Ordway Suite with their three kiddos as wedding attendants. Their ceremony was officiated by their family members, and music was provided by a family group too. We captured their big group family photos down in the lobby by the beautiful fireplace too. And then headed back up to the Ordway Suite for a champagne toast, cake cutting a delicious snacks.

Thank You!

Emily + Jesse, thank you so much for working with me for your wedding photography! I had so much fun working with you both, and I’m so happy for you as you begin your new lives together.

If you are considering a Saint Paul Hotel wedding, contact me soon!

BONUS: Take a look at other Saint Paul Hotel and Landmark Center weddings I photographed, including a smaller St Paul Hotel wedding reception, a large St Paul Hotel wedding, a larger St Paul Hotel wedding reception, and a large Landmark Center wedding too.

VENDORS
Wedding Venue: The Saint Paul Hotel
Photo Venue: The Landmark Center
Wedding Dress: LUXE Bridal Shop
Bridemaids’ Dresses: KMK Designs
Groom’s Wardrobe: King’s Brothers Clothiers
Hair/Makeup: Brett Dorian
Flowers: Martha’s Gardens
Catering: Elmo Catering
Music: Bride’s Sisters

Como Sunken Garden Wedding Photographer | Laura + Travis

By Joanna Carina

Sunken Garden Wedding Photographers

Laura + Travis hired me to capture their wedding day at the Como Conservatory Sunken Garden in St Paul MN. They chose a winter wedding, and their day arrived with a small dusting of snow beforehand. (Apparently we were lucky as most of the winter had been very dry for us up until then.)

We started Laura + Travis’ big day with first look photos of them by the Excedra (the pergola above the Frog Pond). We then captured a few photos of them around the Como Park grounds. Then it was on to the big event!

Sunken Garden Wedding Photography

Laura + Travis’ wedding was so gorgeous (as is every wedding at the Conservatory!) They spoke their vows as the sun was lowering and dusk was setting in. After hugs and family photos, we finished their event with more couple photos in the beautiful Conservatory itself, including both the Sunken Garden as well as the Palm Dome. Once we were finished, they headed off to their reception dinner with family and friends.

Thank You!

Laura + Travis, thank you so much for working with me for your wedding photography! I had so much fun working with you both, and I’m so happy for you as you begin your new lives together.

If you are considering a Como Conservatory wedding, contact me soon!

VENDORS
Venue: Como Park Conservatory Sunken Garden
Officiant: Tom Arnold

Wabasha Street Caves Wedding Photos | Kate + John

By Joanna Carina

Wabasha Street Caves Wedding Photographers

Kate + John were planning their wedding for the Wabasha Street Caves. I was so excited as I loved going to that venue for dance nights before the Covid pandemic, but hadn’t been back in quite awhile. And while their wedding was scheduled there, they also wanted to find a great venue for couple photos beforehand. We talked about options and they fell in love with the idea of the Como Conservatory, so they booked both the Sunken Garden as well as the North Garden for the afternoon before their big event.

We met up on their chilly November afternoon and started photos of the two of them outside the Conservatory, and then worked in both the Sunken Garden and North Garden, and finished up with a few more in the Palm Dome. Once their time was complete, we headed off to the Wabasha Caves for their big event!

Wabasha Street Caves Wedding + Reception

Kate + John’s wedding began with a quick cocktail hour to meet and greet the guests. After cocktails and family portraits, they held their wedding ceremony in front of the Wabasha Caves fireplace. They had some great speeches and toasts given by close friends, and finally tied the knot. Then it was on to the party!

Their reception began with their first dance. They then transitioned into a family dance for themselves and their four kiddos. Then they had an amazing dinner, desserts, cocktails and more partying the night away into the wee hours of the night.

Thank You!

Kate + John, thank you so much for working with me for your wedding photography! I had so much fun working with you and your families, and I’m so happy for you both as you begin your new lives together.

If you are considering a Wabasha Street Caves or Como Conservatory wedding, contact me soon!

BONUS: Take a look at other Como Conservatory weddings I photographed too, including a Sunken Garden wedding, a Covered Porch reception and another North Garden wedding too!

VENDORS
Portrait Venue: Como Park Conservatory
Wedding Venue: Wabasha Street Caves

Woodbury Central Park Wedding Photos | Emily + Dustin

By Joanna Carina

Woodbury Central Park Wedding Photographer

I was so excited for Emily + Dustin’s big day! We started at Christ Episcopal Church in Woodbury for the prep time and ceremony. We included some photos there of them beforehand as well, but they opted for no first look, so then it was on to the ceremony!

Once their wedding ceremony was complete, we took a small detour over to Tamarack Nature Preserve for a few photos of them together in nature. They loved it! We walked across the boardwalk and around the pond a bit, then it was on to the reception!

Woodbury Central Park Wedding Reception

We began the reception with group photos, family photos and then photos of Emily + Dustin alone in the Woodbury Central Park gardens. It was so cute! Then they had a quick cocktail hour, and a grand march followed by their first dance and parent dances. They followed that up with dinner and toasts, and then danced on into the night.

Thank You!

Emily + Dustin, thank you so much for working with me for your wedding photography! I had so much fun working with you!

If you are looking for a Woodbury Central Park wedding photographer, contact me soon!

BONUS: Take a look at other garden wedding photos I’ve captured, including a summer Roseville Central Park wedding, an autumn MN Landscape Arboretum wedding, a summer Minnesota Landscape Arboretum wedding, a winter Landscape Arboretum wedding, and another autumn Landscape Arboretum wedding too.

VENDORS
Wedding Venue: Christ Episcopal Church, Woodbury
Reception Venue: Woodbury Central Park
Dresses: David’s Bridal
Suits: Men’s Wearhouse
Hair/Makeup: Salon Ultimo
Catering: Green Mill
Wedding Cake: Green Mill
DJ: Bellagala

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY ARCHIVES

Como Park Sunken Garden Wedding Photos

Como Covered Porch Reception

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Como Park Exedra Wedding Photographer

Porter Creek Hardwood Grill Reception

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Japanese Garden Wedding Photographer

Japanese Garden Como Park

Garden Room Wedding Reception

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Silverwood Park Wedding Photos

Silverwood Park Wedding and Reception

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Glass House Wedding Photos

Glass House Wedding Reception

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Sunken Garden Wedding Photographer

Sunken Garden Como Park

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Saint Paul Hotel Wedding Photos

Saint Paul Hotel Wedding Photography

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Sunken Garden Wedding Photographers

Sunken Garden Wedding Photography

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Wabasha Street Caves Wedding Photographers

Wabasha Street Caves Wedding + Reception

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Woodbury Central Park Wedding Photographer

Woodbury Central Park Wedding Reception

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