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Vicki was on the hunt for a documentary-style photographer who also shot film—someone who wasn’t afraid to embrace the grainy magic. During our consult, she casually dropped, “We’re going to Puerto Rico in two weeks… would it be insane if you met us there for engagement photos?” Cue my immediate: “Absolutely not.” Because when the […]

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Puerto Rico Engagement Photos in Old San Juan

Waking up at 4 AM to chase the sunrise might sound a little unhinged, but it was just another adventure for Anna and Ryan. These two high school sweethearts turned lifelong adventure buddies found me on Instagram for their sunrise engagement photos. They immediately liked my documentary style—especially the deep greens and nature tones I […]

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Sunrise Engagement Photos on Minnesota’s North Shore

I met Tori during our first year at UND when life was all about late-night study sessions. Fast-forward, and now she’s engaged (!!) and reached out to me to photograph her St. Paul engagement photos and wedding later this year. It was such a special, full-circle moment. Tori had a clear vision for their engagement […]

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St. Paul Engagement Photos at Minnesota State Capitol

I met Gabbie in my first year of college. We clicked instantly; over the years, she became a good friend and one of my biggest supporters. She is the kind of friend who casually drops your name to everyone who even thinks about getting married. Gabbie and Cody met sophomore year, and I remember when […]

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Phoenix, Arizona Engagement Photos at Maricopa Trail

Let’s talk about meaningful locations for a sec. You know how certain places feel like home, no matter how much time has passed? That’s what Lake Vermilion is for Ali. Her family has owned this cabin for years, and since she and Steven spend so many summers here, it only made sense to do their […]

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Fall Lake Engagement Photos on Lake Vermilion

You know that feeling when you pack for sweater weather, dreaming of crisp air and cozy vibes, only to step outside and get smacked by summer’s last hurrah? That was Brittany on the day of her engagement session. She flew in from Texas with the cutest warm fall outfits, ready for a chilly 50-degree day. […]

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Documentary-Style Engagement Photos in St. Paul

Justine and I go way back; we went to elementary and middle school together, and Andrew’s parents are friends with mine! When Justine sent me her inspiration board, I noticed various mansion-style photos that sparked some ideas. So, we contacted Glesheen Mansion, and they were more than happy to host us for their classy engagement […]

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Classy Engagement Photos at Glensheen Mansion

Chris and Emily are the sweetest couple. They have that young, fresh love that radiates—the kind where you can tell they just get each other. When they reached out to me on Instagram, I realized we actually knew a bunch of the same people. I love it when that happens. It really makes it feel […]

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Sunset Engagement Photos in Battle Creek Park | St. Paul, MN

Skylar and Wilson were gearing up for their downtown engagement photos when they found themselves needing a new photographer at the last minute. I’m so glad they reached out to me and that I could squeeze them into my calendar. This shoot at the Hewing Hotel in Minneapolis was a blast! The hotel’s unique and […]

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Downtown Engagement Photos at Hewing Hotel in Minneapolis

Mariya and Quintin, who met in college at a small university in Wisconsin, discovered my work on Instagram and chose me to photograph their spring 2024 wedding. Their engagement session at the Minneapolis Institute of Art was filled with date vibes as we explored various rooms, art, and architecture. The museum provided an ideal setting […]

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Moody Engagement Photos at the Minneapolis Institute of Art

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