When we first met Tim and Marla we really connected with them right off the bat.  Once they decided to book us, we took their engagement pictures at the Blaisdell Manor and had a blast : )  We were also invited {as friends, not as photographers} to their dance party where they invited 2 dance instructors  to teach their bridal party and friends various ballroom dances.  So we came to learn some dance moves – but of course, brought our cameras anyways : )  {See the pictures of the at the beginning of them in the blue shirts}

I wanted to share with you some of my favorite highlights from their day:

The importance of their ceremony to them

Their obviously love for one another – they just couldn’t get enough of each other!

They had 5 people standing up for them on each side – 6 of the 10 people are married – to each other!!  See the kissing picture : )

During their dance there were some obvious highlight/standouts from the dance alone:

They changed up the format of the ‘tosses’ – they took the microphone and talked about cherishing your single years and glorifying God in them.

They had a fabulous surprise from some of their friends putting on a spin-off of ‘Tool Time’ – just see the pictures : )

One other thought – when Marla and Tim were dating they had special shirts {Marla’s Boyfriend and Tim’s Girlfriend}, then when Tim asked Marla to marry him, already had “Tim’s Fiancée” and “Marla’s Fiancée” shirts for them : )

THEN their amazing AMAZING family all made t-shirts with labels of ‘who they are’ to Tim and Marla – again, just see the pictures ; )

Whew!!  That was a lot – but we had an amazing time – Thank you Tim and Marla for letting us be part of your day!!!!

Donae Cotton Afton, MN, United States I am a professional wedding photographer based in Afton, MN who specializes in photojournalism and portraiture. My passion is working with people and I LOVE weddings. Ever since I can remember, I have had a passion for photography. I love capturing moments at they happen. I married my best friend, Mick in 2001 and we have an adorable son, Riley Channing, who is the joy of our lives! Read about my adventures in the world of photography and feel free to leave comments. View my complete profile