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Graduate Hotel, Hamline Church + Como Conservatory Wedding Photography | Alison + Steve

By Joanna Carina

Graduate Hotel, Hamline Church and Como Conservatory Wedding Day

Alison + Stephen were married on a mild, early November day. We began their big day with preparations at the Graduate Hotel, in Dinkytown by the U of M, in Minneapolis MN. Once preparations were complete, we headed over to Como Park for their First Look and wedding portraits.

Como Conservatory Wedding Photos

Alison + Steve had their First Look in the Palm Dome of the Como Park Conservatory – they were so cute! They were so excited to see each other, and so relieved and happy too. Once they held their First Look, we headed over to the North Garden for more portraits. Then we even had time to work in the Sunken Garden for more portraits. The fall flower show was so beautiful and made an amazing backdrop for their portraits. After that and a few quick shots in the Fern Room, we headed outdoors for wedding party portraits too.

We held their wedding party portraits outdoors in the newer formal garden outside the front entrance of the Conservatory – they were all so cute together, and so happy to be together and support Alison + Steve on their big day! Afterward, we finally headed over to Hamline Church in St Paul for the big event!

Hamline United Methodist Church Wedding

Alison + Steve were married at Hamline United Methodist Church in St Paul – a gorgeous vintage-style stonework church. We had plenty of time for wedding party and family photos beforehand, as well as some big group photos afterward. Then it was on to the party at the Graduate Hotel in Minneapolis!

Graduate Hotel Wedding Reception

Once they returned to the Graduate Hotel in Minneapolis, it was time to party it up! They had a fun cocktail hour, then dinner and toasts. Then Alison + Steve danced the night away with their family and friends.

Thank You!

Alison + Steve, 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: Be sure to take a look at Alison + Steve’s beautiful Mill City Museum engagement photos too!

BONUS 2: Take a look at another Graduate Hotel wedding, Como Conservatory wedding and Hamline Church wedding that I’ve photographed too!

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Sunken Garden Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Hamline Church United Methodist Wedding Photo

Graduate Hotel Minneapolis MN Wedding Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Graduate Hotel Wedding Minneapolis MN Photo

Take a look at Alison + Steve’s slideshow too!

VENDORS
Wedding Venue: Hamline United Methodist Church
Reception Venue: Graduate Hotel Minneapolis
Portrait Venue: Como Conservatory
Wedding Planner: Maddie Huntwork, Ask for the Moon Events
Wedding + Bridesmaids Dresses: JenMar Creations
Hair/Makeup: Onsite Muse
Florist: Studio B Floral
Wedding Cake: Buttercream
Rentals: Festivities
Welcome Favors: Miss Sara’s Cakery
Thank You Favors: Sara’s Tipsy Pies
DJ: Instant Request
Photo Booth: The Traveling Photo Booth
Transportation: 10,000 Lakes Transportation

Filed Under: Wedding Photography Tagged With: Commons Hotel, Como Park, Como Park Conservatory, Graduate Hotel, Hamline Church, Minneapolis Wedding Photographer, Minneapolis Wedding Photography

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Graduate Hotel + Gold Medal Park Wedding Photography | Alyssa + Dave

By Joanna Carina

Graduate Hotel and Gold Medal Park Wedding Photos

Alyssa + Dave had a busy day planned for their wedding photography! They incorporated several beautiful locations into their day. They included The Graduate Hotel, Gold Medal Park and the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer. It came and went with barely a hitch, everything was so amazing!

Alyssa + Dave, along with their wedding party and close relatives, gathered to prepare for the big day at The Graduate Hotel. (It was formerly called The Commons Hotel). Once their preparations were complete, Alyssa held a special first look with her dad. Then Alyssa + Dave opened gifts and read letters to each other privately before their first look.

We then headed over to Gold Medal Park and held their first look. They were so happy! Afterward, we spent some time in the park taking portraits of the two of them. The wedding party joined in and we spent some time photographing them too. Gold Medal Park is such a lovely location for photos!

Lutheran Church of the Redeemer Wedding Photos

Once the portraits were complete, it was time to head over to Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in St Paul. We started with family portraits and then moved on to the wedding ceremony. As a special treat, Dave’s father is the Pastor of the church. He was able to preside over Alyssa + Dave’s ceremony. What an amazing honor for all of them! They even included a special tea ceremony to honor their families.

Graduate Hotel Wedding Reception

After their beautiful ceremony, we headed back to The Graduate Hotel for the reception. Cocktail hour was followed up by dinner (with lots of hilarious kissing games!) The desserts came out next. The night ended with the dance floor packed and the whole ballroom hopping with people.

Alyssa + Dave, thank you so much for including me as your wedding photographer. I am so honored to have worked with you. I wish you every happiness in your new lives together!

If you are planning a Graduate Hotel, Gold Medal Park or Lutheran Church of the Redeemer Wedding wedding, contact me soon! I’d love to discuss how we could work together.

BONUS 1: Take a look at Alyssa + Dave’s beautiful Father Hennepin Bluffs and Stone Arch Bridge engagement photography too!

BONUS 2: Be sure to check out some other hotel wedding photography I’ve captured too, including this St Paul Hotel wedding and this Millennium Hotel wedding.

Minneapolis Wedding Photo at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photo at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photo at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photo at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photo at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photo at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photo at Commons Hotel

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Gold Medal Park Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Guthrie Museum Wedding Photo

Guthrie Museum Wedding Photo

Guthrie Museum Wedding Photo

Guthrie Museum Wedding Photo

St Paul MN Wedding Photo

St Paul MN Wedding Photo

St Paul MN Wedding Photo

St Paul MN Wedding Photo

Lutheran Church of the Redeemer Wedding Photo

St Paul MN Wedding Photo

St Paul MN Wedding Photo

St Paul MN Wedding Photo

St Paul MN Wedding Photo

St Paul MN Wedding Photo

St Paul MN Wedding Photo

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Minneapolis Wedding Photos at Commons Hotel

Watch the slideshow for more images from their beautiful day!

VENDORS
Wedding Venue: Lutheran Church of the Redeemer
Reception Venue/Catering: The Graduate Minneapolis Hotel
Wedding Coordination: Mary Carlson, Pure Event Planning
Wedding Dress: Our Shoppe Too
Hair/Makeup: Lisa Reinhardt Makeup and Hair Artistry
Bridesmaids Dresses: The Wedding Connection
Groom/Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Wearhouse, Macy’s
Wedding Rings: Arthurs Jewelers
Officiant: Jim Erlandson
Florist: Bachman’s
Desserts: Original Hockey Mom Brownies, Groom’s Sister
DJ: DJ Beasey, Elite Wedding DJs
Invitations/Stationery: Vistaprint, Shutterfly
Photo Booth: Photo Booth Creations
Transportation: Total Luxury Limousine

Filed Under: Wedding Photography Tagged With: Commons Hotel, Gold Medal Park, Graduate Hotel, Guthrie Theater, Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Mill City Museum, Minneapolis Wedding Photographer, Minneapolis Wedding Photography, MN Wedding Photographer, MN Wedding Photography, St Paul Wedding Photographer, St Paul Wedding Photography

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