Weddings {Tim + Tena}

I had the honor of photographing Tim and Tena's wedding last July. Tim and Tena had decided not to see each other prior to the ceremony, and you could just feel the excitement and anticipation in the air! Seeing Tena in her gown and looking absolutely STUNNING I knew Tim was going to be a goner as soon as he laid eyes on her. A lot of thought and attention went into the planning of their special day and the details did not go unnoticed...especially with hot pink as an accent color! Their wedding was a big, beautiful celebration of love.

Stillwater holds a special place in both Tim and Tena's heart. It's the landmark to all of the special moments in their relationship.  Where they first met at the Dock Cafe, went of their first date at Ruby Begonia's, and where Tim proposed at the top of the looo-o-ong staircase with the phenomenal view overlooking the bluffs and the St. Croix River. So it is no wonder that Tim and Tena wanted to make a trip to Stillwater with their wedding party right after the ceremony. A town that holds that much romance for a couple should at least get a Tim and Tena sighting on their wedding day! We navigated the busy streets that itty bitty festival known as Lumberjack Days brings (imagine a busy summer weekend in Stillwater times 10) and enjoyed the weather and cocktails at the Dock Cafe. We made a traffic stopping appearance on Main Street, then headed to Manitou Station in White Bear Lake for their wedding reception.

Congratulations to Tim and Tena! Wishing you love and happiness always!

BUNNYPALOOZA 2012

I hope that everyone enjoyed a wonderful Easter!  It is amazing the amount of candy that can be collected (not to mention consumed) in a single day.  I am slowly weening myself off of sugar in an attempt to minimize my withdrawl symptoms.  Unfortunately, I've found that I can not be trusted alone with a hollow chocolate bunny...large, small, or even jumbo sized. 

Speaking of bunnies...A few weeks ago, we started getting into the Easter spirit with our third annual Bunnypalooza.  Harley and Bailey returned for another year of fun with the kids, along with a few new furry faces: Lexur, Pretzel, and Shanay.  As you'd imagine with a child and bunny combo, it was two days full of fun and surprises!  If you're intested in joining in on the fun next year please contact me at amber.wiener@alaflutter.com and you'll be added to the distribution list.

Thanks again to all of the kiddos that came over to play!  Happy Easter and Happy Spring!