I have so many great things to say about John and Amanda, but someone said it best on their wedding day. Without a doubt, "John is one of the quickest, wittiest, and funniest people you will ever meet. And Amanda, this girl has one of the most genuine and beautiful smiles that you will ever see - and her laugh! Her laugh will put a smile on your face. Together, they are truly a perfect fit."
It's so true. John and Amanda are a couple who just makes complete sense together. If John makes a joke (which is pretty much all of the time, for the record), Amanda has the perfect reaction, whether that is rolling her eyes or flashing her signature smile, they compliment each other absolutely perfectly.
I first met John years ago when he worked for Metro Magazine! He would come along to photo shoots and film segments for the magazine's website and I always loved it when John was on set, because there was no doubt it was going to be a fun day. Personally, I think John should be in front of the camera, rather than behind it, because he really can entertain people for hours on end. One great thing about the Burgess's wedding was realizing how much this couple really valued so many people they had come in contact with throughout life. Their reception was filled with family, both from near and far, old friends, new friends, past co-workers, and current colleagues. The great part was that when you looked around, the room was filled with such a well rounded group who were all coming together and having a grand ole' time. I think this is a huge testament to John and Amanda and the amazing people that they surround themselves with.
As for the couple, they kicked off their relationship 10 years ago, so it was about time to make this official!
Congratulations to John and Amanda! I can't thank you enough for choosing us to photograph your day and be there for you! It was absolutely our pleasure!
LOVEe
It's so true. John and Amanda are a couple who just makes complete sense together. If John makes a joke (which is pretty much all of the time, for the record), Amanda has the perfect reaction, whether that is rolling her eyes or flashing her signature smile, they compliment each other absolutely perfectly.
I first met John years ago when he worked for Metro Magazine! He would come along to photo shoots and film segments for the magazine's website and I always loved it when John was on set, because there was no doubt it was going to be a fun day. Personally, I think John should be in front of the camera, rather than behind it, because he really can entertain people for hours on end. One great thing about the Burgess's wedding was realizing how much this couple really valued so many people they had come in contact with throughout life. Their reception was filled with family, both from near and far, old friends, new friends, past co-workers, and current colleagues. The great part was that when you looked around, the room was filled with such a well rounded group who were all coming together and having a grand ole' time. I think this is a huge testament to John and Amanda and the amazing people that they surround themselves with.
As for the couple, they kicked off their relationship 10 years ago, so it was about time to make this official!
Congratulations to John and Amanda! I can't thank you enough for choosing us to photograph your day and be there for you! It was absolutely our pleasure!
LOVEe
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It's that time again!! During the winter months is the perfect time to focus on continuing education, pushing your skills and getting inspired for the year ahead! This next MINNeSHOP is all about lighting and it will be geared towards the basics of how to use your speedlights, as well as studio lighting. If you are a wedding photographer that struggles with how to use your flash during a reception, than this workshop is perfect for you! If you are also interested in using studio lighting, but maybe haven't had the opportunity to play with professional grade equipment, than this is also the perfect place for you!
This MINNeSHOP will be a two-day workshop, and true to MINNeSHOP form, each day will be a 1/2 day, so about 3-4 hours.
The cost for this MINNeSHOP is $250 for both days and it's a package deal.
(In other words, you must sign up for both days.)
Here's the Scoop:
Tuesday, February 28th: Reception / Working with Speedlights.
Time: 11am - 2pm
Location: 331 Club
331 13th Ave NE
Minneapolis, MN
This portion of the MINNeSHOP will be held in a dark dark bar, and you bet, we will be having a few beers! The goal is to help teach you how to effectively use your flash's on and off camera to create gorgeous dance/reception images, even in the harshest, darkest scenarios!
Wednesday, February 29th: Studio Lighting
Time: 11am - 3pm
Location: 514 Studios
514 N 3rd Street, #101
Minneapolis, MN
The second day will be held in a professional photography studio. We will go over the basics of studio lighting, as well as have stations set up for you to experiment with various lighting set ups!
We have a TON of fun stuff in store for this MINNeSHOP, so we hope to see you there! Again, this workshop is called lighting 101 for a reason, so if you're a super-hero at lighting already, this probably isn't for you. However, I've been asked again and again as to how DO you actually use your flash at receptions, so the hope with this workshop is to technically teach the basics of lighting to help you gain confidence both on the dance floor and in the studio!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
LOVEe
This MINNeSHOP will be a two-day workshop, and true to MINNeSHOP form, each day will be a 1/2 day, so about 3-4 hours.
The cost for this MINNeSHOP is $250 for both days and it's a package deal.
(In other words, you must sign up for both days.)
Here's the Scoop:
Tuesday, February 28th: Reception / Working with Speedlights.
Time: 11am - 2pm
Location: 331 Club
331 13th Ave NE
Minneapolis, MN
This portion of the MINNeSHOP will be held in a dark dark bar, and you bet, we will be having a few beers! The goal is to help teach you how to effectively use your flash's on and off camera to create gorgeous dance/reception images, even in the harshest, darkest scenarios!
Wednesday, February 29th: Studio Lighting
Time: 11am - 3pm
Location: 514 Studios
514 N 3rd Street, #101
Minneapolis, MN
The second day will be held in a professional photography studio. We will go over the basics of studio lighting, as well as have stations set up for you to experiment with various lighting set ups!
We have a TON of fun stuff in store for this MINNeSHOP, so we hope to see you there! Again, this workshop is called lighting 101 for a reason, so if you're a super-hero at lighting already, this probably isn't for you. However, I've been asked again and again as to how DO you actually use your flash at receptions, so the hope with this workshop is to technically teach the basics of lighting to help you gain confidence both on the dance floor and in the studio!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
LOVEe
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Jen says:
Hi. I'm just curious what the exact time of day is for the lighting 101 session. Also, where is the session located?
(01.29.12 @ 10:03 PM)One week ago, we hosted FOUND // The Art of Wedding. It was an event to bring together our city, our industry and our clients to celebrate wedding art and it was a SMASHING success! It's always been a dream of mine to put an event like this on and it was the perfect time to do so! We're guessing anywhere from 300-350 of you stopped by throughout the night, which was an amazing turn out!
8 weeks ago, I had this little idea to have an art show and lucky for me, some of the best vendors in town were on board with my little idea turning into a big event! A night like this could not have happened without the following artists and sponsors, and I want to say THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU to each and every one of you who helped me pull this off!
Artists //
Photogen Inc
Rivets and Roses
Munster Rose
Paperista
Capture Studios
Tara LaTour
Sponsors//
514 Studios
Minnesota Bride
Style Architects
BeEvents
Coca & Fig
Crispin
Avant Decor
Flow DJ
A very special thank you to Capture Studios for making this SUPER COOL video clip from the night, it's truly inspiring! I would also love to thank Leslie, Natalie and Desiree from Rivets and Roses for all of the photographs below!!
I hope everyone who came found a little bit of inspiration during the night! If so, mission accomplished!
LOVEe
8 weeks ago, I had this little idea to have an art show and lucky for me, some of the best vendors in town were on board with my little idea turning into a big event! A night like this could not have happened without the following artists and sponsors, and I want to say THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU to each and every one of you who helped me pull this off!
Artists //
Photogen Inc
Rivets and Roses
Munster Rose
Paperista
Capture Studios
Tara LaTour
Sponsors//
514 Studios
Minnesota Bride
Style Architects
BeEvents
Coca & Fig
Crispin
Avant Decor
Flow DJ
A very special thank you to Capture Studios for making this SUPER COOL video clip from the night, it's truly inspiring! I would also love to thank Leslie, Natalie and Desiree from Rivets and Roses for all of the photographs below!!
I hope everyone who came found a little bit of inspiration during the night! If so, mission accomplished!
LOVEe
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Tis the season for being published! Most every wedding magazine runs on the same editorial calendar, and we are lucky enough to have a few of our weddings published in several publications this season!
MSP Weddings Magazine featured Kelsey & James Klaas's wedding, which took place this past spring! Their wedding was so lovely and had many personal touches from family & friends. We were so pleased to collaborate with the following vendors on their event:
Ceremony// Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church
Reception// Nicollet Island Pavilion
Dress// Melissa Sweet
Bridesmaid Dresses// All home made with love by the bride's mother!
Groom's Attire// Hubert White
Catering// Mintahoe
Rings// Charlemagne (bride) & Knox Jewelers (groom)
Flowers// Arranged at the Minneapolis Farmers Market by the bride & friends
Music// Flow DJ
This issue also features an engagement session article, in which the images selected some of their favorite photographs they've seen posted from various sessions! An image from Alex & Brian's engagement session is used in this spread, which why wouldn't it be? Who doesn't love vintage mopeds!
MSP Weddings Magazine featured Kelsey & James Klaas's wedding, which took place this past spring! Their wedding was so lovely and had many personal touches from family & friends. We were so pleased to collaborate with the following vendors on their event:
Ceremony// Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church
Reception// Nicollet Island Pavilion
Dress// Melissa Sweet
Bridesmaid Dresses// All home made with love by the bride's mother!
Groom's Attire// Hubert White
Catering// Mintahoe
Rings// Charlemagne (bride) & Knox Jewelers (groom)
Flowers// Arranged at the Minneapolis Farmers Market by the bride & friends
Music// Flow DJ
This issue also features an engagement session article, in which the images selected some of their favorite photographs they've seen posted from various sessions! An image from Alex & Brian's engagement session is used in this spread, which why wouldn't it be? Who doesn't love vintage mopeds!
I love seeing our work in print and sharing it with the world! Thanks to all of our fabulous couples for making these images publish-worthy!
LOVEe
LOVEe
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There's no question that it takes a small army to make an event happen and FOUND was no exception! I couldn't have done it with out SO many people who took time out of their busy lives to come and help put the show together!
Here's a few behind the scenes photos of the installation setup, which took two solid days of work to make happen! All in all, it was incredibly easy, thanks to all of the amazing artists, staff, friends and interns who rolled up their sleeves and created something beautiful!
Later this week, I'll have a full blog post with photos from the event! And special thanks to Louisa for some of these photos!
Stay tuned!
LOVEe
Here's a few behind the scenes photos of the installation setup, which took two solid days of work to make happen! All in all, it was incredibly easy, thanks to all of the amazing artists, staff, friends and interns who rolled up their sleeves and created something beautiful!
Later this week, I'll have a full blog post with photos from the event! And special thanks to Louisa for some of these photos!
Stay tuned!
LOVEe
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Love this!! They look so happy - too cute.
(01.31.12 @ 10:11 AM)Holy smokes - you get the most incredible shots! Gorgeous.
(01.31.12 @ 10:45 AM)