Kirsten and Mike’s wedding at the Loft at Studio J in Stillwater, MN was SO. MUCH. FUN. Honestly, I don’t think I’ve laughed that hard in a long time!
Their goofiness and radiant smiles infected all of their guests. As the day and evening progressed, the jovial energy grew until it exploded in an all out dance party, aided by the live band led by one of Mike’s friends.
The day could not have been any more perfect. The sun was shining (hello Summer, glad you finally arrived), the temps were pleasant, the company was perfection, and the food…omg you guys…the food! If you ever need a caterer please do yourself a favor and go with Lake Elmo Inn. They’re the best in the biz!
I know I said this in Kirsten and Mike’s engagement post, but it feels like the three of us were destined to meet and be friends. Their laidback, dorky energy completely vibes and meshes with my own. It was so easy to work with them – if you can even call it work because it wasn’t.
If I were to describe the day in three words they’d be: jovial, heartfelt, and celebratory.
Kirsten and Mike, thank you so much for coming into my life. You two are so loving, can read each other so well, and I know you two will continue to write an amazing, adventure-filled love story. Can’t wait to see how the next chapter in your story unfolds. Love you both to pieces!!
VENDOR CREDITS
VENUE: The Loft At Studio J
PHOTOGRAPHER: Lauren Baker Photography
PLANNER: Blush & Whim
FLORIST: Camrose Hill Flowers
CATERING: Lake Elmo Inn
HAIR AND MAKE-UP ARTIST: 139 Hair by Heidi
BRIDAL GOWN: M.Elizabeth Bridal
BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Our Shop Bridal
GROOM’S SUIT: Milbern Clothing Co.
RINGS: Robert Foote Jeweler
INVITES: Minted
OFFICIANT: Minnesota Officiants
How do we even start to say thank you for all the work and effort you put into our wedding day?
- Josie and Scott
Lauren played such a meaningful role in our wedding, capturing the day in photos that we'll look back on for the rest of our lives. She kept Scott and me calm and sane - Lauren is a miracle worker! She put in 100% effort and gave us her very best, and that means so much to me. Seeing our photographs makes me so excited and so happy that Lauren was with us on this journey.
Lauren made the process so easy and made us feel so comfortable!
- Amy and Luke
We just wanted to say thank you again so much for your amazing work. You were seriously incredible to work with and we loved the locations you suggested for both our engagement shoot and the spots in Stillwater. We were very worried about getting professional photos done since we had never done it before, but you made the process so easy and made us feel so comfortable. Thank you!
Working with Lauren was easy breezy and FUN! She gave us our most treasured photos ever!
- GRACE AND NICK
There was a chunk of time in our wedding planning when we thought we'd go without a professional photographer to save on cost (terrible idea!) but once we met with Lauren, we knew we'd be in good hands. She checked in often and asked questions that got us thinking about other parts of the wedding that we probably would've missed. Lauren captured exactly who we are as a couple!
Lauren's enthusiasm and passion make the photo-taking process so fun – she made me feel like a star!
- Alisa AND Adam
Lauren and her team are so much fun to work with! She made us feel so comfortable on the day of our wedding, providing both silly and helpful cues to help us relax and be ourselves in our photos. Lauren’s background in dance is super helpful in recognizing simple posture changes that make a big difference, too. Oh, and the photos we got are just stunning!
Lauren was pivotal in making our wedding day perfect!
- Emma AND Erik
My husband and I looked FOR MONTHS to find the perfect photographer and after meeting Lauren we knew was the best fit for us. She made our day so much fun and easy. She found little opportunities to make the perfect photo all with a calm ease that comes from someone who has an artistic eye along with experience in understanding the flow of a wedding.
Not only is Lauren an amazing human being, but she is an awesome photographer!
- Haley AND Erick
I've been in several weddings and have worked with a multitude of photographers and I never felt as confident as I did with Lauren. I love how professional she is. She helped with the timeline way in advance and we stuck to that timeline the day of. She was also able to professionally and firmly keep unruly family members settled and focused and navigated family drama beautifully!
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