Back at the end of May while I was in Minnesota with my friend and mentor, Shelley Paulson, we shot two weddings together in the four days I was there. I was her assistant and second shooter.

It was a bit of a rainy day, but the purple accents and the lovely Irish theme brightened it up. The sun came out toward the end and created a gorgeous sunset for us all. I regret that I didn’t actually get to know the bride and groom at all (which is the hard part of second shooting). I really wish that I had gotten more photos of the two of them together. They were super sweet in the little that I talked with them. Both of their families were so nice and warm. They made Shelley and me feel really appreciated.

Their ceremony was in an outdoor garden area, and the reception was in the lobby of this gorgeous hotel. You could overlook the reception from three stories up. It was a fantastic view.

During the reception I assisted Shelley for most of the evening with lighting her subjects. Her images are so beautiful… (Here is her blog)

I choked up a bit during the father/daughter dance… I truly felt privileged to be there with them on their wedding day.

I hope you enjoy these photos…

Congrats, Alex and Megan, thanks for letting me be a part of your day!

“Toss a rock in the water while saying a blessing or making a wish.”

I really love this reflection photo.