July 15, 2022
There is so much creativity that goes into wedding planning. As an artist myself, I see weddings as the curation of the couple. Each couple has their own wedding vision, and I find it an honor to photograph these carefully planned curations for the couple to keep and share with their loved ones. Cecilia and Ben celebrated their day at The Essence Event Center with full of color.
Everything about Cecilia and Ben’s day incorporated bold color. Everything from the inside of Ben’s suit jacket, to the colorful attire of their wedding guests as they poured their love. Even the bridesmaids and the mothers of the bride and groom wore floral dresses that represented spring. Their day was full of some of the most beautiful flowers I’ve ever seen, with table settings that matched.
Cecilia and Ben tied the knot at Saint Patrick Parish in Hudson, Wisconsin where they had a traditional catholic service to celebrate their new chapter as a married pair. Cocktail hour, dinner, and the reception followed at The Essence Event Center in St. Paul, MN.
Not only do I enjoy wedding day curations, but I find it important to photograph the people the couple finds dear to them. During cocktail hour I had stepped outside for a brief moment to catch some fresh air, and shortly after, a group of guests followed. I felt lucky enough to be there in the moment because the group gathered to listen to a sweet elderly family member whistle a song. The sound was soft, almost challenging to hear, but it was also peaceful and beautiful. Moments of joy were quickly followed, with clapping and cheering for this special woman. It’s unique moments like this that come to life during wedding celebrations that you just don’t often see otherwise. It’s a true honor to capture the little things. . .the things that leave lasting impressions.
Are you looking to capture your curated joy and the little moments shared amongst your loved ones? Contact me here today.
Shot alongside Alexandra Photo & Design.
Gretchen Yell
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