Like 2 peas in a pod......Mustard and Ketchup.......Sauerkraut and Brats (well...ok I live in Wisconsin)...but this is how we roll with the oh-so-amazing Fredrickson family. I can't look back on any time in the recent past and find a week that we did not have dinner together and laugh our heads off! *I LOVE THE FREDRICKSON FAMILY* For how giving they are, caring they are and of course for how stinkin cute their little Nora is!
CONFESSION---these photos were taken about a month ago (I know...I know....) when Nora was about 17 months old. Now she is growing like a bean sprout, singing all the time, growing a quite funny personality, running around everywere and (can you believe this) getting even cutier and more beautiful by the day!!
CONFESSION---these photos were taken about a month ago (I know...I know....) when Nora was about 17 months old. Now she is growing like a bean sprout, singing all the time, growing a quite funny personality, running around everywere and (can you believe this) getting even cutier and more beautiful by the day!!
Simply FACINATED by these things we call dandelions....this girl has quite the facial expressions!
And *RIGHT HERE FOLKS* is one of my favorite pictures on the face of the planet! SOOOOOO gosh darn in love I tell ya....
Don't you just want to kiss her? (Nora that is!) I can't wait until I can sing with her and wander around our gardens together again...maybe tomorrow k???
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Combine a beauty with a heart of gold and add humor and spontaneity...that is what you get when you combine Jen and Steve. I think the entire day both Katie and I were laughing hysterically at Steve's jokes and in awe at how sweet and beautiful Ms. Jen was! These 2 are so darn laid back that it didn't feel like work as we watched them tie the knot on Friday at Tanner Brook Golf Club! It was a gorgeous outdoor setting, a balmy 97 degrees out and no wind in sight...boy, IT WAS A HOT ONE! But the troops braved the heat as friends and families gathered to watch Jen and Steve and share in their special day!
There is a gosh-darn cute, red barn at Tanners Brook so of course we decided to start some photos there! :)
Aren't the flowers gorgeous!?!?!? I love how they look not only with the black dresses but how stunning they are with the green and blue sky.......so, thank you Mr. Sun for allowing this triad of colors to look so darn good with your bright and hot, hot, hot light!
OK...so PROPS, HIGH FIVES, and many SHOUT OUT'S to the wedding party for humoring me when I made them trapse into this giant field of weeds for these shots. Not only did we not get bit by any snakes, but ya all look HOOOOOTTT! :)
Again, thank you Mr. Sun for your amazing light! :)
Jen and Steve...you guys ROCKED IT on your wedding day. Not only were people in awe of your gorgeousness, but every single person that was a part of your day had a story with you and that was so COOL! I am wishing many snugglie nights up north on your vacay and I can't wait to see you when you get back! :)
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I *adore* this little dude---he is quite possibly my favorite little 3 month old right now! Henry has the roundest belly, the bluest eyes and the most captivating stare with those baby blues of his. I spent some time with him and his Mommy while we tirelessly tried to make this little guy laugh, smile or even make a peep for us---we got nothin! Henry was chill, content and not at all willing to give in to us girls! :)
Despite the smile-less photos I still think that he is one STUNNING little man! Wouldn't you agree???
Despite the smile-less photos I still think that he is one STUNNING little man! Wouldn't you agree???
And those cheeks CRACK. ME. UP.
My theory is that he is going to be a thumb sucker! :)
I just can't get over how amazing his eyes are when he stares into my camera! He is going to be chased by SO MANY girls when he gets big! Watch out Mom and Dad! :)
LOVE LOVE LOVE this one! :)
I can not wait to see those smiles and play with you when you are 6 months little guy! :)
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SHAYNA + JOEL ARE MARRIED!!!!!!
Hold on folks, because this is going to be a long one! :) I had the amazing privilege of being a part of Shayna and Joel's special day while they exchanged vows and partied the night away last weekend. I was honored and...well.....SO EXCITED for these two because they gosh darn-it deserve every second of their happiness. It is these kinds of weddings that I wish my camera had sound and could record all the giggles, leaps of joy, tears, special moments and shouts of excitement that happens on wedding days; and that is *exactly* how Shayna and Joel's day was.
These two have an increadible story that is unbelievably inspiring with a downright contagious love for each other! The story of how they met, fell in love, and are now starting their future together will make you cry, laugh, and kiss your own spouse when you are done! Folks, it is THESE weddings that I fall in love with! :)
Now...onto some photos.........
I was able to spend not just a few hours, but the ENTIRE day with the wedding party and wouldn't have wanted anything less! So, I met the ladies at the salon! :)
I think that both Katie and I were tearie eyed when they got to see each other for the first time...
Hold on folks, because this is going to be a long one! :) I had the amazing privilege of being a part of Shayna and Joel's special day while they exchanged vows and partied the night away last weekend. I was honored and...well.....SO EXCITED for these two because they gosh darn-it deserve every second of their happiness. It is these kinds of weddings that I wish my camera had sound and could record all the giggles, leaps of joy, tears, special moments and shouts of excitement that happens on wedding days; and that is *exactly* how Shayna and Joel's day was.
These two have an increadible story that is unbelievably inspiring with a downright contagious love for each other! The story of how they met, fell in love, and are now starting their future together will make you cry, laugh, and kiss your own spouse when you are done! Folks, it is THESE weddings that I fall in love with! :)
Now...onto some photos.........
I was able to spend not just a few hours, but the ENTIRE day with the wedding party and wouldn't have wanted anything less! So, I met the ladies at the salon! :)
I think that both Katie and I were tearie eyed when they got to see each other for the first time...
And then off to some "them" time away from the hustle and bustle. Shayna and Joel got married downtown Minneapolis at Augustana Lutheran Church so we were able to hop the streets for awhile for their time together.
MY FAVE!!!! :)
Don't you love the accessories that the girls wore??? *wink wink*
Apparently they were some thrift store finds that the ladies thought would be a fine addition to their ensemble! :)
Don't you love the accessories that the girls wore??? *wink wink*
Apparently they were some thrift store finds that the ladies thought would be a fine addition to their ensemble! :)
They also had a SMOKIN HOT, old, red car to jet away in after their vows!
Both toasts at the reception were down-right hilarious from Shayna's sister and Joel's older brother.
The coolest thing of the day, however, was when Shayna and Joel got up to thank everyone after dinner and toasts---the shared their story, why they are head over heels for one another and how thankful they were for their families. There was not a dry eye in the house, including the bride and groom, and I can say that it was one of the most captivating speeches by a bride and groom I have ever heard! :)
The coolest thing of the day, however, was when Shayna and Joel got up to thank everyone after dinner and toasts---the shared their story, why they are head over heels for one another and how thankful they were for their families. There was not a dry eye in the house, including the bride and groom, and I can say that it was one of the most captivating speeches by a bride and groom I have ever heard! :)
And then the PAARRRTAAAAAYY started with the Roy Rogers Band kickin it off! They are phenomenal and if you need a band for your wedding, honestly, contact them---they played FREE BIRD for the 2nd song. How funny is that??
(a request from the bride and groom of course)
(a request from the bride and groom of course)
Shayna and Joel, I sure was thrilled to be a part of your big day. Honestly. You guys rock and I CAN NOT wait to see what the future holds for you two love birds! :)
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Katie says:
Emily, you are hands down the most FUN photographer in the world to work with. You made us feel at ease and we had soooo much fun with you all day. These pictures are GORGEOUS!!! I cannot wait to see the rest of them!!!!!
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Cindy says:
You are one of the most incredible phtographers I have ever had the pleasure of meeting! Looking forward to seeing the 'other' 2500 photos..lol!
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Amy says:
That pic of Shay and Deanna on the dance floor is so perfect. If I had to sum up their relationship in a photo frame, that's what it would look like. Well done!
(06.25.09 @ 10:55PM)
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Despite the down-pouring raininess of cats and dogs that happened on Matt and Sue's big day a few weeks ago they had an extremely beautiful wedding!! Surrounded by their closest family and friends Matt and Sue tied the knot at Our Lady of Peace church and followed it with a wildly hoppin' reception in a beautiful ballroom near the Metrodome in downtown Minneapolis!
We had a blast running around with umbrellas all day and you could tell that nothing was stopping these 2 love birds! :)
I absolutely *ADORE* this series between Sue and her Dad right before they walked down the isle! They had the cutest relationship and from the looks on their faces you can tell this is a very important moment for both of them.....
The reception was *a blast* for everyone! The toasts were great and full of fun stories and hilarious advice for the newlyweds! AND the best part was that THE DWEEBS came to entertain everyone for the night....
Some of the girls ended up with some of the glasses from stage and wore them around all night! Aren't they cute!?!?!?
I wish you all the best Matt and Sue and I hope that your honeymoon was PERFECT! :)
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Laura Ivanova says:
Wow, that series between the bride and her father is priceless. I love moments like that and you captured it beautifully!
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Julia was welcomed home by her Mommy and Daddy a few weeks ago and I got the privilege of meeting her for the first time this past weekend. I arrived and she was snoring away in her perfectly pink polka-dotted room (which I *adore* by the way). I walked in and gasped at how beautiful this little girl was! :)
Julia's skin is perfectly smooth, her eyes are amazing, her hair is plentiful and she is the apple of her Mommy and Daddy's eye. They adore her so much and it was so sweet to watch them as they cuddled her, kissed her, sang to her and just enjoyed their new little family member!
Julia's skin is perfectly smooth, her eyes are amazing, her hair is plentiful and she is the apple of her Mommy and Daddy's eye. They adore her so much and it was so sweet to watch them as they cuddled her, kissed her, sang to her and just enjoyed their new little family member!
And I had to get a shot of her *amazing* little girl room. Don't you just LOVE IT!?????
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Anonymous says:
Love the pics & Julia! She's beautiful and your pics are amazing.
(of course I am biased about Julia...she's my niece:)!
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oh my word!! great pictures, of course!! i want to print all of them so that i dont feel so far away from dear friends!!
(07. 2.09 @ 4:44PM)those are fantastic pictures! :) i really like the one of Nora sitting in the field with the sunglasses on!
(07. 2.09 @ 5:34PM)these ARE the pics that I have been waiting to see of Nora. Missing the Bean. She looks so precious, so giggly....love the pink coat too. sunglasses, one, YUP....so so so fun!
(07. 2.09 @ 8:41PM)Good stuff. What a couple cuties...and E-Fred's not too bad either. :)
(07.20.09 @ 9:48AM)