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Backyard Lakeside Wedding Photos | Kristen + Jamie

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Backyard Lakeside Wedding

“Something good should come out of this pandemic. Hey – let’s get married!” So began Kristen + Jamie’s wedding planning. They had been together for nine years so they wanted to finally tie the knot, pandemic or not. Luckily, they had some amazing family friends who had a beautiful lakeside backyard, so that was the perfect place to gather for their big day.

Back Yard Lakeside Wedding

Their October wedding day was a bit chilly, but they had some warmed tents and lots of layers at the ready. We started with their first look and portraits at beautiful Lac Lavon park across the street. They were even able to include their sweet doggy Pickerel in their photos! Afterward, we headed back to the lakeside yard, where we had a short pontoon ride around the lake for a few more photos. Even with the chilly cloudy October day, the wind was still and the filtered sunlight through the clouds was stunning.

Back at the private lake property, they held their beautiful wedding ceremony with their closest family and friends. So much laughter and so many tears of joy! Their ceremony was followed with toasts, cake cutting, dinner and a wonderful evening of fun.

Thank You!

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

BONUS: Check out another backyard lakeside wedding I photographed too!

If you are considering a backyard and/or lakeside wedding, contact me soon!

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Minnesota Lakeside Back Yard Wedding Photo

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Minnesota Lakeside Back Yard Wedding Photo

Minnesota Lakeside Back Yard Wedding Photo

Minnesota Lakeside Back Yard Wedding Photo

Be sure to take a peek at Kristen + Jamie’s slideshow for more photos too!

VENDORS
Wedding Venue: Private Residence
Wedding Dress: BHLDN
Hair/Makeup: Cole’s Salon
Groom’s Attire: Macy’s
Wedding Rings: Family Heirlooms
Officient: Paul Hillmer
Florist: Lindskoog
Catering: Pizza Luce
Wedding Cake: Gray Duck Bake Shop + Bride’s Grandmother

Filed Under: Wedding Photography Tagged With: Backyard Wedding, Garden Wedding, Minneapolis Wedding Photographer, Minneapolis Wedding Photography, MN Wedding Photographer, MN Wedding Photography

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Como Conservatory + Nicollet Island Inn Wedding Photos | Tara + Steve

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St Paul Wedding Photography

Tara + Steve wanted a small, intimate wedding. Celebrating with their closest family and friends was their ideal. They planned a Como Conservatory wedding. Their mid-winter event was filled with laughter and tears of joy.

Nicollet Island Inn Wedding Photos

We started their Minneapolis wedding photography at the Nicollet Island Inn. The L’toile Suite was a gorgeous backdrop for their preparations. Once they were ready to go, we held their First Look in the hotel lobby. They were framed by the vintage doorways, stonework, and spectacular crystal chandalier.

Como Conservatory Wedding Photography

Next, we headed over to the Como Conservatory. This is a personal favorite venue of mine. My husband and I were married here too! As usual, the Conservatory was stunning with its winter floral display. Tara + Steve’s ceremony was full of love and tears of joy! Afterward we captured a few posed groupings. Then we had some time to photograph the two of them in the gorgeous Conservatory. I always love photographing here. It is simply breathtaking!

Nicollet Island Inn Reception

After Tara + Steve’s ceremony, we headed back to Nicollet Island Inn for their reception. They started with their cake-cutting, then champaign toast and cocktail hour. They capped the evening with a private dinner in the fireplace room. Their closest family and friends were celebrating with them. Such a spectacular, intimate wedding day!

Thank You!

Tara + Steve, thank you so much for including me on your beautiful Como Conservatory wedding day. I am so happy for the two of you as you begin your new lives together!

Be sure to take a look at some of my Como Conservatory fall wedding photos and my Como Conservatory summer wedding photos too!

If you are planning a Como Conservatory or Nicollet Island Inn wedding, contact me soon. I would love to discuss working together!

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Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

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Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Nicollet Island Inn Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Check out their highlight video for more:

VENDORS
Wedding Venue: Como Conservatory
Reception Venue: Nicollet Island Inn
Wedding Dress: The Wedding Connection
Groom’s Attire: Men’s Wearhouse
Wedding Rings: Jared Diamond
Officiant: Affordable I Do’s
Florist: Colleen’s Flower Cellar
Wedding Cake: Buttercream
Violinist: Shawn Vougest
Invitations: Shutterfly

Filed Under: Wedding Photography Tagged With: Como Park Conservatory, Garden Wedding, Marjory McNeely Conservatory, Minneapolis Wedding Photographer, Minneapolis Wedding Photography, MN Wedding Photographer, Nicollet Island Inn, St Paul Wedding Photographer, St Paul Wedding Photography, Winter Wedding

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Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photography | Robin + Paul

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MN Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photography

“If we want to go, we’ve got to hurry!” I was watching the weather and radar on my phone. A huge rain cloud was moving toward us as we were photographing the preparations for Robin + Paul’s Minnesota Landscape Arboretum wedding photos. We had to get outside as fast as possible for their first look so we could ensure it was captured before the deluge! We headed outside as quickly as we could, and felt occasional drops as the storm edge was coming.

MN Landscape Arboretum Wedding Portraits

Their first look went off without a hitch. Then the sprinkles started to let up a bit, so we decided to head over to some nearby gardens for portrait time. Lucky us, we had enough time to spend in the Japanese Garden, Hosta Glade AND the Woodland Azalea Garden before the sprinkles came back. We had so much fun. Robin + Paul are a laugh a minute and our cheeks hurt from giggling!

Our luck apparently ran out, however, as their wedding party and family formals were cut short when then sprinkles quickly turned into a torrential downpour. We flipped into Plan B mode and were able to use our emergency umbrellas to ferry everyone over to the space underneath the skyway between the buildings for portraits. We then also moved their entire ceremony indoors to the Oswald Visitor Center lobby. Hooray for flexibility and fast thinking!

MN Landscape Arboretum Wedding Ceremony

Even with the big changes to our plans, Robin + Paul’s MN Landscape Arboretum wedding was still an amazing day. The two of them are so fun to be around – full of giggles, jokes and laughs, and they are a perfect complement to one another! We also had such an amazing time working on their MN Landscape Arboretum engagement photos too!

Thank You!

Robin + Paul – thank you so much for hiring me as your Minneapolis wedding photographer for your Minnesota Landscape Arboretum< wedding photos. Even with the rain, it was so fun and beautiful. Congratulations to you both - I am so happy for you! Want to talk more about your Minnesota Landscape Arboretum wedding photography? Contact me soon! Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photos

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Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photos

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Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photos

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photos

Watch their slideshow here for more photos from their big day:

VENDORS
Venue/Catering: University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Dresses: Bridal Aisle
Grooms/Groomsmen Attire: Milbern Clothing Company
Jeweler: Shane Company
Hair/Makeup: Beauty by Belle
Officiant: Shawnna Orwell at Away We Go Weddings
Florist: Away We Go Weddings
DJ: Instant Request

Filed Under: Wedding Photography Tagged With: Garden Wedding, Minneapolis Wedding Photographer, Minneapolis Wedding Photography, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, MN Landscape Arboretum, MN Wedding Photographer, MN Wedding Photography

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Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photos | Lindsey + Mark

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MN Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photos

“Oooooooooooohhh!” All the girls oooh’ed and ahhh’ed when Lindsey had her dress buttoned up, pins and jewelry in place, and finally spun around. “Wow, Lindsey, you look so beautiful!” Several girls, as well as her mom, were tearing up too. It was then that Lindsey let us in on the secret that finally sealed the deal on choosing this dress – “It has pockets so I can hold my flask and traveling shot glass.” Haha!

MN Landscape Arboretum Wedding Ceremony

Lindsey + Mark were excited for their Minnesota Landscape Arboretum wedding photos. Their ceremony was held on a warm, late summer day. They chose the Ornamental Grass gardens for their ceremony site, and the tufted grass tops looked really spectacular in the breezes and late afternoon light. The garden had a huge oak tree at one end, and it was a perfectly gorgeous spot for their ceremony. They had chairs and blankets set around the site, and a friend had even climbed up the tree to fasten the sheer panels to create the perfect backdrop.

After their friends lead the ceremony and gave lively readings, Lindsey + Mark read their own hand-written vows. They then took a moment to pull out their custom engraved pocket flasks and shot glasses and toast a ceremonial shot to each other before sealing their vows with a kiss.

MN Landscape Arboretum Wedding Reception

After their ceremony and receiving line, we all headed back through the winding wooded road to the MacMillan Auditorium. Lindsey + Mark celebrated their wedding with dinner, toasts, cake, a photo booth, and dancing. Everyone had such a blast!

Lindsey + Mark, thank you so much for including me as your Minneapolis wedding photographer. Your Minnesota Landscape Arboretum wedding was so awesome. I loved spending the day with you, and it was so great to see the two of you so happy together. Best wishes in all your years ahead!

Planning a Minnesota Landscape Arboretum wedding? Contact me soon to find out how we could work together!

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photo

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photo

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Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photo

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photo

Watch the slideshow for more images from their beautiful day here:

Filed Under: Wedding Photography Tagged With: Garden Wedding, Minneapolis Wedding Photographer, Minneapolis Wedding Photography, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, MN Landscape Arboretum, MN Wedding Photographer, MN Wedding Photography

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Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photos | Molly + Andy

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MN Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photos

Many people would find themselves at home in a lush, green, landscaped garden. So naturally, when I got the chance to work on Molly + Andy’s Minnesota Landscape Arboretum wedding photos, I was ecstatic! I always feel like I could spend a whole day at the Arboretum and never see everything I wanted.

MN Landscape Arboretum Wedding Ceremony

Molly + Andy held their wedding ceremony in the beautiful Wilson Rose Garden. The garden is near the main Visitor Center building. They had a perfectly sunny and warm July day. The Arboretum had special meaning for them because Molly grew up nearby and visited frequently. They were able to enjoy their ceremony right in between the roses and bubbling fountains. It was the perfect backdrop, and their families were absolutely overjoyed at their wedding.

MN Landscape Arboretum Wedding Reception

After their ceremony, we had some time to meander through the woodlands and Japanese garden for photos of them together. Afterward, we headed to the back of the Visitor Center for their reception dinner. The dinner was held on the patio that overlooked the green pond and lake. Molly + Andy enjoyed cutting their beautiful cake, and Molly’s dad gave a sweet toast to them to cap off the night. Their dinner ended as the sun set on the horizon.

Thank You!

Molly + Andy, thank you so much for including me as your Minneapolis wedding photographer. I loved working with you to create your beautiful Minnesota Landscape Arboretum wedding photos! I wish you all the happiness in the world in your new lives together!

Planning a Minnesota Landscape Arboretum wedding? Contact me soon to find out how we could work together!

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MN Landscape Arboretum Wedding Photo

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Watch their highlight video here:

VENDORS
Ceremony+Reception Venue: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Officiant: Tom Armstrong
Wedding Dress: Allure, The Wedding Shoppe
Hair/Makeup: Blowdry Bar
Suit: Men’s Wearhouse
Catering: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Cake: Buttercream
Flowers: Richfield Flowers & Events

Filed Under: Wedding Photography Tagged With: Garden Wedding, Minneapolis Wedding Photographer, Minneapolis Wedding Photography, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, MN Landscape Arboretum, MN Wedding Photographer

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Arneson Acres Park Wedding Photos | Kristen + Sam

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Arneson Acres Park Wedding Photography

“Whoa! I feel like I’m in Europe!” Those were the first words that left my mouth when Kristen + Sam and I met at Arneson Acres Park in Edina for their final wedding photography walk-through meeting. It was a gorgeous spring day, the sun was warm and bright in the cloudless sky, the temperature was perfect, and every tree and blade of grass was bright green. The cherry trees were bright pink, the flowers were beginning to bloom and the fountain was sprinkling away. We meandered through the park, and I was astonished that I had never heard of this beautiful location before. It was the most perfect location, and I was so excited to work on their Arneson Acres Park wedding photos!

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Kristen + Sam held their wedding preparation at the Minneapolis Airport Marriott hotel. Afterward, we drove down to Arneson Acres well before the ceremony time so we could have their first look and wedding portrait photography at the park. Amazing. Gorgeous. Astounding. These are words I think of when I think of that garden. And Kristen + Sam were so happy and at-ease around each other. Most of my couples seem somewhat nervous during their wedding day, but not these two. All they could do was hold each other, kiss and laugh. They were so adorable! And completely relaxed and at-home in each others’ arms.

Their wedding went off without a hitch. We had been nervously watching the weather, feeling a sprinkle here or there. Luckily, the sky held out, and it wasn’t until on our way back to the Marriott that we got a bit of a shower. Just in time to be sheltered by the beautiful ballroom so everyone could enjoy cocktails, dinner and toasts, and then dance the night away.

Thank You!

Thank you so much, Kristen + Sam, for including me as your Minneapolis wedding photographer. I loved capturing your Arneson Acres wedding photos. I wish you every happiness in your new lives together!

If you need photography for your Arneson Acres Park wedding day, contact me soon to find out how we could work together!

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Arneson Acres Edina MN Wedding Photo

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Minneapolis Airport Marriott Wedding Photo

Minneapolis Airport Marriott Wedding Photo

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Minneapolis Airport Marriott Wedding Photo

Minneapolis Airport Marriott Wedding Photo

Minneapolis Airport Marriott Wedding Photo

Minneapolis Airport Marriott Wedding Photo

Take a look at the highlight video showing more images from their day here:

VENDORS
Wedding Venue: Arneson Acres
Reception Venue: Minneapolis Airport Marriott
Bride/Bridesmaids’ Dresses: The Wedding Shoppe
Bride’s Shoes: Macy’s
Hair/Makeup: Blush Beauty Room
Groom/Groomsmen Attire: Macy’s
Florist: Bride
Rentals: Crown Rental
Cupcakes: Denny’s 5th Ave Bakery
DJ: Midwest Sound
Stationery: Bride

Filed Under: Wedding Photography Tagged With: Arneson Acres Park, Garden Wedding, Minneapolis Wedding Photographer, Minneapolis Wedding Photography, MN Wedding Photographer, MN Wedding Photography

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Garden Wedding Styled Photoshoot | Mary + Lisa

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Garden Wedding Styled Photoshoot

Mary + Lisa were originally married in Canada in 2006. It was a time when laws would not allow them to be married in the United States. Their best option was to cross the nearest border. They visited a Justice of the Peace and then had a few snapshots taken together before a small celebration, and that was that.

Fast-forward eight years to 2014 when a group of Minneapolis wedding professionals decided to put together a styled wedding photoshoot. We had access to an amazing English formal garden located in Stockholm WI. The garden had been lovingly built from the ground up over the past 25 years by owners Tim and Bruce, who created their perfect European getaway in small-town Wisconsin. They loved spending weekends here after a short drive from their home in Minneapolis. Their spectacular garden and original 1700’s farmhouse had garnered some attention in the past from national magazines as well as the town’s locals. They even occasionally rent it out for wedding celebrations. So naturally we were enamored with the property and thought it would be perfect for our photoshoot!

MN Wedding Styled Photoshoot

Mary + Lisa were so excited to work with us for our formal garden wedding styled photoshoot. They said they felt they were given a chance to have the wedding they never had. It was as if they were married all over again! I was so honored to be the Minneapolis Wedding Photographer for their photoshoot. Congratulations again, and thank you for working with us Mary + Lisa! We are so happy for you and your adorable family.

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Formal Garden Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

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VENDORS
Models: Mary + Lisa
Event Planner, Rentals: Belle Noelle Events & Design
Makeup: Creative Beaute Agency
Hair: Sarah Drews
Florals: Foxglove Market & Studio
Desserts: Ganache Desserts and Confections
Dresses: J Crew
Headpieces: Ruby 3
Invitations: Olive Juice Stationery
Wedding Rings: Commers Custom Jewelers

Want to see more of my styled wedding photoshoots? Take a look at others here:
Paper Wedding Dress Styled Photoshoot
James J Hill Center Wedding Styled Photoshoot
Landmark Center Wedding Styled Photoshoot
St Paul Garden Wedding Styled Photoshoot

Filed Under: Studio Happenings, Wedding Photography Tagged With: Formal English Garden, Formal Garden, Garden Wedding, Gay Wedding, Lesbian Wedding, LGBT Wedding, Minneapolis Wedding Photographer, MN Wedding Photographer, Same-Sex Wedding, St Paul Wedding Photographer, Styled Wedding Photoshoot

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Garden Wedding Styled Photoshoot | Carina Photographics

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Garden Styled Wedding Photoshoot

I’ve been anxious to try my hand at a styled wedding photoshoot for some time, especially one that took place in a stunning garden. It took a whole summer of planning, finding and meeting a lot of people, pinning ideas on Pinterest, and a lot of running around and busywork, but we were finally able to create the styled wedding photoshoot at the end of September. It turned out better than I could have imagined, and I am so thankful to be the Minneapolis wedding photographer for the team of people that worked with me to make this amazing session happen! I had so much fun doing it, and I love the images so much, that I am tentatively starting to think about working on two more photoshoots next summer (including one more in a garden!)

St Paul Garden Wedding Invitation

St Paul Garden Wedding Bride Bouquet

St Paul Garden Wedding Bride Bouquet

St Paul Garden Wedding Bride Dress

St Paul Garden Wedding Groom Boutonniere

St Paul Garden Wedding Groom Programs

St Paul Garden Wedding Rings Succulents

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VENDORS
Hair/Makeup: Brooke Valley
Jewelry: Wendy Witherspoon @ Stella & Dot
Rings: Dolce Vita
Milliner: Anna Lee @ Ruby3
Florals: Nicole Chittenden Design Studio
Photo Stylist: Angie Hanson
Invitations: Carina Creative
Venue: Private residence in St Paul, MN

Want to see more of my styled wedding photoshoots? Take a look at others here:
Paper Wedding Dress Styled Photoshoot
James J Hill Center Wedding Styled Photoshoot
Formal Garden Wedding Styled Photoshoot
Landmark Center Wedding Styled Photoshoot

Filed Under: Studio Happenings, Wedding Photography Tagged With: Garden Wedding, Minneapolis Wedding Photographer, MN Wedding Photographer, St Paul Wedding Photographer, Styled Wedding Photoshoot

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Welcome to the official blog of Carina Photographics! I’m Joanna Carina and I am a wedding and portrait photographer based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Thanks for stopping by!

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 612 220 8227

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MINNEAPOLIS MN WEDDING + PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY

Wedding, engagement and portrait photographer
Carina Photographics serves the Twin Cities metro
area of Minneapolis and St Paul MN. Please connect
with us to discuss your wedding, engagement
or portrait photography needs. 

Carina Photographics
550 Vandalia Street #214
Saint Paul, MN 55114
612-220-8227
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