Jennifer and Jake celebrate as they exit their beautiful ceremony at the historic courthouse in Stillwater as bride and groom.

It’s magical to be a part of someone’s dream coming true. For me, it’s even more magical to be able to photograph it. Jennifer and Jake’s wedding was their dream wedding, and I felt so lucky to be able to capture it in pictures. It is hard to know where to start when describing the beauty of their day. The stunning vintage style, the unbelievable dinner and desserts, and the gorgeous ceremony on the steps of the Historic Courthouse in Stillwater, Minnesota are only a few of the things that made this day so special; but then there’s the  couple themselves. Jennifer and Jake are world travellers. Their home is in California, but right now they are currently on a 4-month international honeymoon. I had known they were a good fit before their wedding day, but not until I spent the day photographing them did I truly get to know them and understand why exactly they are so good together. Their first look said it all. The two just looked so content and complete in that moment. I think they would’ve been okay with that first hug lasting the rest of the day. Jennifer and Jake understand each other; they knew what each other was thinking, and how to care for each other. Some might say that’s just because they have been together for a long time, but I say that’s a sure sign that they’re going to be together forever. Obviously they think so too, and made that clear not only by declaring their vows, but also by locking away wine bottles for their 1st, 5th, and 10th wedding anniversaries during their ceremony, which I thought was a unique way of not only creating a commitment, but also promising good times and celebration in the years to come as well.

Overall, Jennifer and Jake found a variety of ways to make their wedding uniquely them. They decorated with wine cork letters, wore top hats, created a table of old family photographs, and even allowed me to exercise my creative crazy by shooting them and their family in the Historic Courthouse’s Jail Cell, which created eerie, amazing, and absolutely unique photos. I have never photographed a wedding like Jennifer and Jake’s before and I don’t think I ever will again. It was so stunning and unique I don’t think it could ever be replicated. Congratulations Jennifer and Jake! I had an amazing time at your wedding, and I hope you had an amazing time traveling!

Wedding Planner – Wonderful Day Weddings – St Michael, MN
Ceremony & Reception Venue – Washington County Historic Courthouse – Stillwater, MN
Hair & Makeup – Creative Beaute Agency – Minnetonka, MN
Caterer – Lettuce Cater – Columbia Heights, MN
Beer – Total Wine & More – Roseville, MN
Dessert Caterer – Cocoa and Fig – Shakopee, MN
Wedge and Wheel – Cheese Wheel Tower  – Stillwater, MN
Florist – Rose Floral and Greenhouse, Inc. – Stillwater, MN
Dress Shop – Trudy’s Bridal Campbell
Bridesmaids Dresses – The Wedding Shoppe – St. Paul, MN
Bridesmaid Dress Designer – Bill Levkoff
Tuxedos – Savvi Formalwear – Woodbury, MN
Top Hats – CostumeRentals (Guthrie Theater) – Minneapolis, MN
DJ – Instant Request DJ Entertainment – Bloomington, MN
Stationer – Night Owl Studios
Linens – Linen Effects – Minneapolis, MN
Rehearsal Dinner – Gordy’s Steakhouse  – Willemie, MN
Wedding Party Accommodations – Ann Bean Mansion – Stillwater, MN

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