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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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!!!!!
(06.25.09 @ 11:54AM)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!
(06.25.09 @ 7:05PM)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)