On a beautiful summer afternoon, I arrived at a hotel room filled with the hustle and bustle of a beautiful bride getting ready for her wedding day. As I walked in, Shelby was excited and nervous as she waited for her veil to be put in her styled hair. Her bridesmaids finishing up their make up, she watched on and tried to keep her emotions in check. |
Her friends and family surrounded her as her excitement overflowed and the realization that all of their planning over the past months was about to unfold, creating a beautiful Wedding Day of their dreams. We gathered up all the makings of a beautiful Bridal party and headed over to Majestic Oaks Golf Course in the Northern Suburbs of Minneapolis. | Many hugs were given as the Bride finished preparing for her big day. |
Once dressed, the girls all headed to a quiet room set aside so as to not allow Ryan to get a sneak peek at his beautiful bride ahead of time. Shelby was gorgeous in her wedding gown. | Her veil softly caressing her back as her wisps of blonde hair fell lightly out of her elegant updo. Her bridesmaids by her side, they put the final touches of jewelry on. Shelby was ready to see her groom! |
In the warm June air, Ryan and the wedding party waited under a billowing oak off in the distance from the ceremony site. Enjoying the cool shade of the tree, Ryan prepared to walk down the aisle, anxiously awaiting his beautiful bride. A few last best wishes were offered by Parents and Grand Parents as they proceeded to the ceremony. |
Shelby escorted by her dads, greeted Ryan at the altar and gave their beautiful daughter to her future husband. | This was truly a family event, as Shelby‘s brother, Andrew, officiated the wedding. His love for his sister show through, as he talked about the couple. Lots of laughs, a few tears, and several stories, as he talked about why these two should be together.The weather was perfect, very warm but a lovely breeze slow through the Crowd of friends and family, keeping them cool Fingers interlaced, they stared into each others eyes, wondering how they could be so lucky to have found each other. |
As the breeze blew through the willow, the Bride and Groom stood protected by its fine leaves from the hot June sun. A beautiful cast of sunlight fell through the ever-flowing branches and created the most beautiful setting for this newly married couple. As the portraits unfolded, the light fell softly onto the couple to bring a romantic quality that couldn't have been more perfect. |
In the warm Golden Hour glow of sunlight coming through the windows, these two cut their first slice of cake and shared it with each other. I'm not sure if they actually got to taste it though, as in tradition, there was a little cake smashing between these two love birds. It was all in good fun though. |
The evening set in and cocktail hour created many more memories of this beautiful day for Ryan and Shelby. Family visited and old friends caught up with each other. The celebration for the night was about to begin and Lilly was ready for some fun too. The band set up their equipment and visited with the Bride and Groom before dinner. |
The ball room was filled with beautiful details... China, silverware and elegant flowers adorn the tables. As dinner was served guests visited amongst themselves And then occasional clinking wedding glasses encourage the bride and groom to share a kiss. | This couple is Loved... As it was very apparent through the numerous toast given by friends and family. Many wonderful stories were shared and a few tears shed as tender wishes were given. |
Xoxo Jen