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Danielle + Eric :: Backyard Tent Wedding in Evanston
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- 04 November 2011
Danielle and Eric had one of the most fun and beautiful weddings I have ever photographed—ever! Danielle was probably the most relaxed bride I have ever worked with—she took everything in stride and really just wanted her friends and family to have a great time. Danielle and Eric were another of my couples that met in school (I truly think at least 50% of mine this year met before college!)—this is always such fun as so many of the guests grow up together and know each other so well, such that it creates such a relaxed and intimate celebration. Their group of friends was hilarious and such fun—this day was a total celebration from start to finish!
A family friend generously offered the use of their home, an architecturally significant Prairie Style house on the shore of Lake Michigan, for the event, and it could not have been more beautiful. One of my favorite coordinators, Renny Pedersen at Bliss Weddings and Events worked with the incredible Jesse Deckard at Event Creative to transform the outdoor space into a set of rustic-glam tents for the evenings events. The ceremony was held in a tent and featured fun custom fans for guests, iron chairs, wood benches and colorful pillows. Guests then enjoyed cocktails al fresco in the yard, and then enjoyed dinner in another tent that was so beautifully decorated in such a way that I have never really seen in Chicago! As dancing began, the ceremony tent was transformed into an evening lounge, where guests were able to enjoy cupcakes with vintage plates, chat in little furniture vignettes, take photobooth pictures, and, my favorite, bust out some tunes at the karaoke lounge. It was just such an incredible wedding and such a dream to shoot—beautiful, relaxed couple; fabulous light; and a beautiful setting, couldn’t ask for more!
Gown: Carolina Herrerra | Coordination: Renny Pedersen at Bliss Weddings and Events | Decor and Design: Event Creative | Venue: Private Home | Second: Louie Abellera | Film: I Do Films | DJ: Beep
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Jeff + Jessica :: Minneapolis Wedding Photographer
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- 17 June 2009
Jeff and Jess…where do I begin? I’m sure someday I will get a couple that is just “nice,” a wedding that is “fine,” a day that is just “average.” But until then I think I shall wax poetically about all my couples, as I really am so touched by how unique, special and intimate all of their events are.
Jeff and Jessica were married about ten days ago just outside of Minneapolis in beautiful Minnetonka Beach, Minnesota, with prep and reception at the Lafayette Club. I went to Minneapolis as a kid and absolutely loved it, and this trip was no different. Minnesota always strikes me as such a special place—the people are so kind, the scenery is so beautiful, and everything seems just a bit more calm. When Jeff and Jess first talked with me, they had been planning an event in downtown Chicago. As months went on, however, they ended up deciding to switch it to Jessica’s home state in hopes of creating a wedding that felt more like them. The three of us were in a car together after they were married, and we all remarked how strange it would have been for them to have been married in the city—something about the Minnesota location just felt perfect for their day, and I am so thrilled they switched it and humbled that they brought me along. I know true destination weddings can be a bit of a heady affair, but a “regional destination” wedding is such a lovely idea—a great way for your friends and family to take a little minication without too much of time or financial commitment. It was simply splendid and probably my favourite wedding I have ever photographed. I am very eager to get back to Minneapolis, so if you or a friend are planning an event (or even just want a session there), please contact me, and I can offer some special travel rates.
Jeff and Jessica are truly two of the kindest people I have been able to work with, a sentiment a few other vendors I spoke with shared. I became fairly close to them by the time the wedding date approached, and I was so happy to be able to share in their day. I had so many favourites from this wedding, so prepare for a lot (particularly a ton of Jess—I couldn’t help myself! So stunning.). Also look for a slideshow in the next few days with many more favourites (too many to post now).
And many thanks to Debbie Oakland in Wisc./Minn. for helping me out on this wedding and shooting many of the details and groom’s prep below.
Love pomaders.
After the wedding, Jeff and Jessica went for a drive themselves in a classic car. We stopped by a lake and had some champagne. This was such a wonderful moment, and I would certainly recommend it to other couples! In the midst of such a jam-packed day it is lovely to get away for a bit and just have a few moments alone.
