We often play the game “who does this look like?” as we are preparing the files after a photo shoot. Sometimes we all agree; other times, there is strong disagreement. But we think these seniors have strong resemblance to some famous celebrities. See how many you guess correctly. Answers are at the bottom (our answers, of course!).

Answers:
1. Taylor Lautner
2. Kristin Davis
3. Hugh Jackman
4. Kate Walsh
5. Any male Kennedy
6. Michael J. Fox
7. Tristan Sutter
8. Mick Jagger
9. Jennifer Love Hewitt
10. Usher
11. Leonardo DiCaprio

Maren and Mike had one of the nicest days this summer for their wedding this past Saturday. And it was one of those weddings where everything went off without a hitch. Lots of pre-planning for the photography always pays off. I meet with the couple the week of their wedding and we go over their schedule in 15-minute increments. That way, the day flows so smoothly that there are no surprises and the stress level stays way down! You don’t want to “think” or make decisions about photography on the day of the wedding.

This couple was one of the most JOYOUS wedding couples I’ve photographed. When they smiled at each other, their faces just lit up. The wedding party was happy, funny and cooperative, too–a good thing, as both Maren and Mike wanted lots of fun photos with their group.

The ceremony was at Mike’s church in Coon Rapids: Faith Lutheran. He has been a youth director there and is currently studying to become a pastor. Their reception was held at the Earle Brown Heritage Center in Brooklyn Center. This venue has a beautiful courtyard area with old buildings and fountains, which are great photographic backgrounds.

The big wedding surprise was Mike’s solo (“Love of my Life”) to Maren during the ceremony. Mike’s sister, Laura, also sang a solo as the couple lit their unity candle. They are both obviously talented and accustomed to singing in public; what an amazing gift to your spouse/sibling!

Here’s a quick look at a few of our favorite images from the day. Congratulations to Maren and Mike!

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Wow – Minneapolis has enjoyed an unseasonably warm week with temps into the 60’s. This is about 20 degrees above normal. All the snow has finally melted and I thought it was a good time to go peek at the gardens. Oh my gosh!! There are green things out there and some of my flowering shrubs, like the azaleas, are showing new buds!

This prompted me to look at one of my favorite files in my computer simply labeled ‘flowers’ (I took these photos during the Minneapolis Men’s Garden Club tour last summer).  And that prompted me to see what new creations I could make with some of my new Photoshop filters, actions, and brushes. I was having so much fun, the time was flying by faster than looking up old junior high school friends on Facebook! I had to force myself to stop. But here are some of the cool “new” flowers I was able to create.

Logan came last week for a photo shoot to obtain photos for a “comp card.” His dad was once a model and Logan thought it would be fun to try this, too! At first quite shy in front of the camera, he quickly warmed up and then began suggesting his own poses and outfits. I think his expressive brown eyes and perfect features will attract some attention with the local modeling agencies.  Now his younger brother thinks he may want to “try out” too!

Though this is not the comp card design I finally submitted for print (they are two-sided), this is an example of what the agencies are looking for. Good luck, Logan!