There was something really special about this wedding. Actually, there were a lot of really special things about this wedding! I was excited from the beginning because anyone who starts their consultation by asking me if I know what Pi day is, has a special place in my heart. David and Mary planned a beautiful, intimate backyard wedding at their home in New Brighton off Rice Creek. It was so close to my home and the couple were such ardent environmentalists, I was able to ride my bike to this wedding! I packed my gear and a change of clothes up in the bike trailer and rode on over!
There were a lot of personal, local touches at this wedding. Everything from the cairns, the bride’s milkweed bouquet, the kransekake, to the local food and clothing were perfect for this celebration of family, culture and nature. When we went to do portraits, I found this section in the dormant trees where the light lit up the remaining leaves in a brilliant halo effect. It was absolutely perfect!  The couple had all their nieces and nephews participate during the ceremony by bringing down pictures and tokens of loved ones. It was so very sweet but I was sure I heard them wrong at first when they said how many nieces and nephews there were! Another wonderful thing that happened was that David’s elderly kitty was the ring bearer! They attached their rings to his collar and David’s brother brought the kitty down. This was my first kitty ring bearer! During the ceremony, the couple released candles in milkweed pod boats down the river that contributes so much to their lives. One more touch I loved was that they had a musician for most of the day! He played during the ceremony and serenaded guests during diner. It was a really thoughtful touch we all enjoyed. In honor of Pi day, there was lots of pie! In the evening, there was a fire and enthusiastic games of kubb!
It was truly an honor to be a part of this wedding. I felt very welcome and left feeling like I had new friends! I would be happy to photograph weddings like this all year long! Thank you David and Mary for having me be a part of your day. It was a fantastic experience.
Happy anniversary to David and Mary, and happy Pi Day to everyone!
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding
David and Mary’s intimate winter Pi Day wedding