Megan + Derek | Part One | Minnesota Wedding Photography

Happy New Years Eve!!!! What are you doing tonight to ring in the new year?

I think I am seeing a pattern develop of military weddings on the blog! Is it a coincidence? Actually, none of them have been directly related to Matt’s time in the Air Force, but every time I get to photograph a military wedding I feel a great connection with the sacrifice both people are making for each other and their country. It is always a humbling reminder for me. I knew Megan and Derek back in high school and got to meet up with them last spring for their beach side engagement session! Remember? Now, after long nights of studying, flying planes, and receiving assignments these two are getting hitched…just days before Derek get’s his wings and they move to San Diego, CA for their official start in the Navy where Derek will fly helicopters.

Aww the life of the military! 🙂

And what better time to have a wedding than Labor Day weekend!! I was spoiled with a beautiful couple, awesome wedding party, and gorgeous weather in my favorite state! I think it will be easy to see how great this wedding was! So great in fact that I had to split it into TWO posts!! Enjoy this post today! I think it is my favorite! I can’t get enough bride&groom lovin!

Something BLUE!

Megan+Bride=Stunning!!!

First look at the Sculpture Gardens!

One of the favs!

Matt will have those wings next summer!

You guys are so cute!!

Fabulous ladies!

How about those clouds! What a great day!

A family friend helped with most of the florals! I think she did a great job!

Megan’s hair was also done by a close friend! I love it!

Red..White..and..Blue!

Post two will be up soon…with a traditional military ceremony and a traditional military…party! 🙂