I had SO much fun shooting this engagement session. Really, I think that had a lot to do with the subjects! Casey and Brian are an incredible couple! They are so comfortable with each other and they SERIOUSLY know how to laugh and have a good time! When I met these two, it was love at first sight! I absolutely LOVE when I have a strong connection with a couple, it makes all the difference in the world!  They are also THE first couple of 2010 and I can not WAIT to see what surprises they have in store for their wedding!!

...I think my abs are still hurting from laughing so much during their session...



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Congratulations to Casey and Brian on their engagement!

LOVEe
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Laura Ivanova says:

Ooh, these images are so beautiful. I love your quad of details. I just love details. That would look beautiful in an album!!

(11.23.09 @ 10:43 AM)
Geoff Heith says:

Love the pine cone shot...and the one in the grass.awesome!

(11.23.09 @ 11:18 AM)
Casey Dahlstrom says:

Thank you SO much Eliesa! We love the pictures and spending the day with you was a lot of fun. Can't wait for all the shananagans we'll have at the wedding. THANKS!!

(11.23.09 @ 11:51 AM)
Brian McPantaloney says:

Thanks for a fun day and some great pics. Did you plant that Dancin' jogger?

(11.23.09 @ 11:13 PM)
Cheyenne Schultz says:

LOVE this session....and those four detail shots toward the top make my heart happy :)

(11.24.09 @ 04:20 PM)
Jeffrey Neal says:

LOL the shiznit! I swear I am moving to MN to shoot with you! Judd watch out!

(11.24.09 @ 10:06 PM)
geneoh says:

awesome engagement shoot! They look like a fun couple

(11.25.09 @ 11:09 AM)
Harmony Loves says:

what a cute & fun session!

(11.29.09 @ 03:55 PM)
Ajit Singh says:

The cone shot is HOT!

(12.02.09 @ 12:09 PM)
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Brandyn and Mario have an amazing story and oddly enough, I have been right there in their journey this entire time!

I met Brandyn a few years ago when she founded a very famous luxury realty company. She was THE boss lady and I was hired to do headshots + some event photography for this company. I remember the first time I saw Brandyn she whirled into the office in an amazing outfit and some phenomenal shoes! She also had such a drive and presence about her - I instantly loved this woman! The night came to shoot her big launch of her company in Minneapolis and THAT was the night that she met Mario. I was literally there the night my clients met each other - how awesome is that?!?!?

Mario is an amazing man. He is a solid guy and a true gentleman. During the early part of their relationship, Brandyn needed a kidney transplant. Mario was THE perfect match and without question, THE MAN GAVE HER HIS KIDNEY!!!!!!! WHAAAAAAAAA?!?!?!?! That is taking this whole love thing to a WHOLE different level!

Since the transplant, Brandyn left the corporate world to pursue a more balanced life and this past year she opened Sigh Yoga in Minneapolis! This is a fabulous yoga studio that features a huge variety for all of your yogi-needs! I absolutely love that this couple started a company that has changed their lives and not only pushed themselves, but also many others to lead healthier lives!

Brandyn and Mario are truly a remarkable couple and I am SO honored to be shooting their wedding this spring!

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Congratulations to Brandyn and Mario on their engagement!


LOVEe
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PJ Lee says:

Dreamy, stylish, romantic. Can't wait for the wedding Amazing story. I love the Sigh yoga shots too. How about some images of them doing yoga together?

(11.21.09 @ 11:20 PM)
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If you have some respect for people as they are, you can be more effective in helping them to become better than they are.

~ John W. Gardner

The first thing I noticed about Eric was how much he truly respected his lady. Kristi met Eric 5 years ago and they have been together ever since.

They are a couple who is ready to take on whatever the world throws at them - and be better and stronger because they are a true team!!



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Congrats to Kristi and Eric!!


LOVEe
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Bernard says:

You don't rest much, do you? :) Like the last two especially, good job :)

(10.30.09 @ 11:23 AM)
Jodie Johnson says:

man looks like you are having a blast with editing! haha... these are SERIOUSLY amazing. i LOVE the DOF on the one with the yellow fall leaves. holy crap

(10.30.09 @ 01:49 PM)
romain lhuissier says:

great series, greetings & happy birthday with a little bit late !!

(11.04.09 @ 01:54 PM)
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Jerry Pounds. What a cool name! When I received Holly and Jerry's inquiry, I was like....Jerry Pounds, now THAT is a groom that I just have to have!

Holly and Jerry went to high school together, and re-connected and fell in LOVE after going to their 10 year class reunion (yes, yes, this does happen!) Their story is totally out of a chick flick - and their wedding is going to be the BOMB! Along with the name Pounds, I also got super excited when Holly described her wedding as "Out in the middle of nowhere, in a small church in a field." Ummm....SIGN ME UP?!?!?

I'm so glad they did!



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Congratulations to Holly and Jerry!


 LOVEe
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johnwaire | photo says:

ROCKIN!

(10.29.09 @ 09:30 AM)
Amy says:

awe! These look awesome!!!! love you guys! My faves are the water reflection, the walking away holding hands, and the b&w. All super cute though! Congrats on awesome pictures!

(10.29.09 @ 11:59 AM)
Anonymous says:

Are you for real?! These are so dope. I love, love, love them--they're perfectly Hol and JerrBear. Who came up with the knuckle tattoos? That's money.

(10.29.09 @ 04:41 PM)
angela says:

The reflection picture is AWESOME!!!! great pictures here! i really like your work!

(11.03.09 @ 10:01 PM)
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