Saint Paul College Club Wedding Photos | Emily + Ryan

St Paul College Club Wedding Photography

A Saint Paul College Club wedding in St Paul MN offers timeless elegance, historic charm, and a picturesque setting overlooking the Mississippi River. As a Saint Paul wedding photographer, I love capturing weddings at the Saint Paul College Club because of its classic architecture, manicured gardens, and refined indoor reception spaces that create stunning backdrops for romantic portraits and unforgettable celebrations. Saint Paul College Club weddings blend luxury, tradition, and natural beauty — perfect for couples seeking elevated wedding photography.

Emily + Ryan’s day was so gorgeous! We began their day with preparations in the Groom’s and Bridal Suites upstairs. From there, we held their first look right in front of the gorgeous St Paul College Club. Afterward, we captured more photos of them walking along Summit Avenue in the gorgeous autumn colors, and even gave a “wave” to the governor’s mansion next door. We even came back to capture portraits with their wedding party and families, and snuck in a few more portraits around the gorgeous building itself. Afterward, it was on to the big event!

St Paul College Club Wedding Reception

Emily + Ryan’s wedding ceremony was held in the St Paul College Club ballroom. Once the ceremony was over, Emily + Ryan enjoyed some snacks and quiet time alone upstairs while the guests began the cocktail hour with drinks, hors d’oeuvres, music and games. Emily + Ryan rejoined the party to greet guests, and then it was on to dinner in the ballroom. After dinner, toasts and cake-cutting, everyone had a blast dancing the night away.

Thank You!

Emily + Ryan, thank you so much for working with me for your wedding photography! I had so much fun on your big day, and I wish you a lifetime filled with happiness!

If you are considering a St Paul College Club wedding, contact me soon!

BONUS: Be sure to take a look at a few other mansion weddings I photographed too, such as another St Paul College Club wedding, Van Dusen Mansion wedding, a Semple Mansion wedding, another Semple Mansion wedding, a Pillsbury Mansion wedding, and a Cedarhurst Mansion wedding.

Minnesota State Capitol Wedding Photos | Bill + Morgan

By Joanna Carina

MN State Capitol Rotunda Wedding Photos

Photographing a wedding in the iconic rotunda of the Minnesota State Capitol is an extraordinary experience for any couple seeking timeless elegance and architectural grandeur. Located in the heart of Saint Paul, this historic landmark features soaring marble columns, a breathtaking domed ceiling, and luminous natural light that creates a romantic, ethereal atmosphere for wedding ceremonies and portraits.

Bill and Morgan were so excited to be married at the MN Capitol. After their preparation for their big day, we met up at the Como Park Lily Pond for their first look and couple portraits. Once their portraits were finished, it was on to the main event!

The Capitol’s rotunda offered a stunning backdrop for their wedding ceremony, with its sweeping staircases and symmetrical lines that turned their ceremony into a work of art. After their big kiss, we captured group photos with family and friends, and a few more photos of the two of them upstairs in the capitol before heading outside and capturing them walking away from the spectacular venue.

French Meadow Reception

Following their beautiful wedding ceremony, Bill + Morgan headed to the French Meadow Cafe Nord Tasting Room and Patio for their reception dinner with close family and friends. It was such a beautiful day!

Thank You!

Bill + Morgan, thank you so much for working with me as your 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 MN State Capitol wedding, contact me soon!

BONUS 1: Take a look at Bill + Morgan’s beautiful Como Park engagement photos too, featuring their sweet pup Newton!

Midland Hills Country Club Wedding Photos | Wing + Mark

By Joanna Carina

Midland Hills Country Club Wedding Photos

Midland Hills Country Club, founded during the Roaring Twenties by University of Minnesota professors and local leaders, is a historic and visually stunning venue that adds timeless character to any Midland Hills Country Club wedding. Designed by renowned golf course architect Seth Raynor, the rolling hills and undulating greens were thoughtfully shaped using a topographical map created by a University of Minnesota professor. Following a meticulous 2020 restoration led by architect Jim Urbina, the course once again reflects classic golf course architecture, enhancing the natural beauty, elegance, and sense of history that make Midland Hills Country Club an exceptional and unforgettable wedding setting.

Saint Columba Church Wedding

Wing + Mark started their big day with prep time at Midland Hills. Once they were ready, we held their first look outside the main entrance of the historic building. Afterward, we worked on wedding party photos as well as group photos. Then it was on to St Columba Church in Saint Paul for the big event!

Once Wing + Mark tied the knot, they held a Lion Dance outside the church to celebrate! Next, a group of us jumped into the shuttle and we had time to travel around the Cities to some favorite spots to capture a few more photos, including MN Loons United stadium and Como Lake for a jaunt in a duck boat! After that we headed back to Midland Hills for the big party.

Wing + Mark had the gorgeous Midland Hills ballroom dressed to the nines. Along with their grand entrance, cocktail hour and toasts, Mark was surprised with a choreographed flash mob dance and they both held their traditional table visits dressed in Korean finery. We had time to run outside to the golf course for some beautiful sunset portraits before they danced and partied the night away.

Thank You!

Wing + Mark, thank you so much for working with me as your 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 Midland Hills Country Club or Saint Columba Church wedding, contact me soon!

BONUS: Take a look at other golf club and country club weddings I’ve photographed too, including a Troy Burne Golf Club wedding, Bearpath Golf Club wedding, TPC Twin Cities wedding, Columbia Monor Golf Club wedding, an Olympic Hills Golf Club wedding and a Mendakota Country Club wedding.

VENDORS
Venue: Saint Columba Church (wedding ceremony), Midland Hills Country Club (prep time, portraits and reception)
Bridal Wardrobe: The Wedding Shoppe
Groom + Groomsment Attire: Milbern Clothing
Hair/Makeup: Emerald City Day Spa, Lindsay Dukes Artistry
Wedding Rings: Continental Diamond, Thomas Joseph & Sons
Wedding Coordinator: Ana’s On It
Florist: Roger Beck Florist
Catering: Midland Hills
Wedding Cake + Desserts: Buttercream
Band: Riverside All Stars
Invitations: The Knot
Videography: Redmond Digital Media
Transportation: Renee’s Transportation

Como Enchanted Garden Wedding Photos | Emily + Ryan

By Joanna Carina

Como Park Enchanted Garden Wedding Photos

For couples who dream of a wedding day immersed in greenery, warmth, and natural beauty, Como Park Conservatory offers some of the most breathtaking garden venues in the Minneapolis–St. Paul area. Emily + Ryan’s wedding, set between the Enchanted Garden and the Bullard Rainforest Auditorium, was a perfect blend of beauty and timeless elegance.

As a Minneapolis–St. Paul wedding photographer, I love photographing celebrations at Como Park because every space feels alive. It’s a setting that allows couples to be fully present while creating photos that feel cinematic, organic, and meaningful.

Emily + Ryan began their big day with preparations at a nearby hotel. Afterward, we held their first look and couple portraits, wedding party and family portraits. Once complete, it was on to their spectacular wedding ceremony in the Enchanted Garden.

Como Bullard Rainforest Auditorium Reception

Following their stunning Enchanted Garden wedding ceremony, we headed upstairs to the Bullard Rainforest Auditorium for their reception. Cocktail hour was followed by dinner and toasts, and then their first dance. It was such a beautiful day!

Thank You!

Emily + Ryan, thank you so much for working with me as your 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 Enchanted Garden wedding, contact me soon!

VENDORS
Venue: Como Park Enchanted Garden (wedding), Bullard Rainforest Auditorium (reception)
Bridal Wardrobe: The Wedding Shoppe
Groom + Groomsment Attire: Indochine, Men’s Wearhouse; The Wedding Shoppe (accessories)
Wedding Rings: Shane Co
Officiant: Unions by Anj
Florist: Tara McCarthy
Catering: Lancer Catering
Wedding Cake + Desserts: Buttercream, Taste of Scandinavia
Musicians: Birchwood String Quartet
DJ: Instant Request
Invitations: The Knot

Como Conservatory Covered Porch Wedding Photos | Tosha + Jordan

By Joanna Carina

Como Park Sunken Garden Wedding Photos

There is something magical about getting married surrounded by lush greenery, historic architecture, and natural light. Como Park Conservatory offers all of that and more. Nestled in the heart of Saint Paul, this iconic venue is one of the most beloved wedding locations in the Minneapolis–St. Paul area, especially for couples dreaming of a romantic, garden-inspired celebration.

As a Minneapolis–St. Paul wedding photographer, I’ve had the honor of photographing weddings for years at the Como Park Conservatory that feel both elegant and deeply personal. Tosha + Jordan’s wedding, held in the Sunken Garden and followed with the reception in the Covered Porch, was a beautiful example of why this venue continues to captivate couples year after year.

Como Covered Porch Reception

Tosha + Jordan prepped at a nearby hotel, and then we held their first look and couple portraits on the Como Park grounds. Afterward we finished up with their couple portraits as well as wedding party and family photos, they tied the knot in the Sunken Garden. Their ceremony was followed with the reception at Como’s Covered Porch. After cocktails and dinner, they danced and partied the night away to celebrate their union.

Thank You!

Tosha + Jordan, thank you so much for working with me as your 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 Conservatory Sunken Garden
Reception Venue: Como Park Conservatory Covered Porch
Catering: Lancer
Wedding Cake: Buttercream
Band: Riverside All Stars

St Sava Serbian Orthodox Church Wedding | Abby + Milos

By Joanna Carina

Serbian Orthodox Church Wedding Photographer

Abby + Milos were planning their wedding day at the Serbian Orthodox Church in St Paul. They lived in southern Minnesota, but would be heading up for the ceremony in St Paul, and then returning to southern MN for their reception. They hired me to photograph their ceremony, and they also loved the idea of working at a nearby park to capture beautiful autumn couple photos before heading to their reception.

They day arrived a bit cool but a bright sunny sky. We captured the two of them getting ready, and then on to their wedding ceremony. I had never photographed a Serbian Orthodox ceremony before, and it was so unique – I especially loved the vintage orthodox artwork and adorable church, along with the fun traditions (especially the crowns they both had to wear!) Once their ceremony was over, we captured some family photos at the church before we headed over to the park for their photos.

Thompson County Park Couple Photos

We had so much fun walking around the gorgeous park and capturing beautiful photos of the two of them together. We spent time by the lake as well as on a dock and in the trees. After an hour, Abby + Milos headed back down to southern Minnesota to party the night away!

Thank You!

Abby + Milos, 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 Serbian Orthodox wedding, contact me soon!

VENDORS
Wedding Venue: St Sava Serbian Orthodox Church Wedding
Wedding Dress: The Wedding Shoppe
Grooms Attire: J. Longs
Wedding Rings: Kay Jewelers
Florist: Wasea Floral

Sunken Garden Covered Porch Wedding Photos | Kaitlan + Tristan

By Joanna Carina

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

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

St Paul College Club Wedding Photography

St Paul College Club Wedding Reception

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MN State Capitol Rotunda Wedding Photos

French Meadow Reception

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Midland Hills Country Club Wedding Photos

Saint Columba Church Wedding

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Como Park Enchanted Garden Wedding Photos

Como Bullard Rainforest Auditorium Reception

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Como Park Sunken Garden Wedding Photos

Como Covered Porch Reception

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Serbian Orthodox Church Wedding Photographer

Thompson County Park Couple Photos

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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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Glass House Wedding Photos

Glass House Wedding Reception

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