Betsy Wall – Blog

Lisa and Matt… I feel so blessed to have the couples I do.  The day was 100% all smiles, laughs, and a good time had by everyone.  Lisa got ready and was married at the Graves 601 Hotel in Minneapolis.  This couple has a very unique and modern style, so the Graves was a perfect fit!

Matt and the guys got ready at his home.

I had to post this photo because of the Mr. Bill cameo in the background.  Matt and Lisa have a great sense of humor!

ha!  I love it. :) 

It was a little rainy, but it cleared up just in time for some photos!

Also, if I remember correctly miss Whitney (bridesmaid on the left) is getting married sometime (this week?) in Hawaii.  If you are reading this, congratulations Whitney!!

They were married at the gorgeous Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church in Minneapolis.

Lisa has done some modeling in the past…  ’nuf said!

I’m diggin’ the wide angle views of “the kiss” these days.  It’s fun to see the reactions of everyone else around the bride and groom!

I’m indecisive.  Karin’s view (above) and my view (below).  I’m a sucker for recessional photos!!

The swanky reception room!

I could make a details grid of just desserts (I’m a little obsessed with taking photos of food.  Go figure…).  They had several different types of pastries and cakes.  YUM!  I have to say – an example of how wonderful these two are.  After cutting their own cake, Lisa made sure to set up a plate of a piece of their own special wedding cake just for Karin and I.  How thoughtful!!!  (And delicious!)

GREAT speeches.  Everyone was laughing and having a great time!

Artsy shot of the reception room!

Ballroom dancing for the first dance.  That is some fierce determination on Matt’s face!

This was one of those rare shots where the flash didn’t fire, so it was underexposed.  But you know what?  I don’t care!  I’m posting it anyway.  How can you not love this photo??

Some portraits in the cool lobby…

They had a photo booth, so I peeked while they were posing.  Perfectly illustrates how fun this couple is. :)

High fives, Lisa and Matt.  You guys are awesome!!!

Flowers:  Marah Cole

Cake: Chez Arnaud

DJ:  Dan Jordan

Makeup/hair: Laura Westrem

Wedding/Bridesmaids Dress:  Jim Hjelm

Jeanette and Matt had a intimiate wedding ceremony at Peace Lutheran Church.  Isn’t the light perfection in the room where she got ready?

She’s so pretty!!!!

I don’t do full sun portraits often- but when the skies are this blue, how can I resist?

The back of the church made the perfect setting for a few portraits.

Couldn’t ask for a better couple, and better lighting!

Married!  :)

The reception was at the Nicollet Island Inn.   Props to the staff here – they were very accommodating to my assistant and I (asked if we needed anything, water, etc.) which makes things so easy for us!

I adore this photo.  I’m so happy for you, Jeanette and Matt!!!!!!!