Maple Ridge Farm Wedding:: Taylors Falls, MN

This past spring, I met Makayl and Brendan for their engagement session at the beautiful Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge in Zimmermann, MN. It was a beautiful spring evening and wonderful to get to know them. I knew their wedding day would be just as amazing, and it turned out to be the most beautiful summer day filled with joy and emotion. Everything ran smoothly from start to finish thanks to all the planning Makayl did for their July wedding at Maple Ridge Farm. This gorgeous Taylors Falls venue was the perfect place to host their outdoor wedding, and I was so excited to celebrate with their family and friends.

Makayl and her bridesmaids began the day by getting ready in the beautiful bridal suite at Maple Ridge Farm. Jeaninne Dille, a friend of Makayl family, did Makayl’s hair and make-up for her wedding day. Makayl then got into her stunning Oleg Cassini dress purchased from David’s Bridal and then went out to do a first look with her father. There was not a dry eye around as her father and then brothers saw her for the first time. We then moved into photos with her and her bridesmaids, who all purchased their classic black dresses individually, bringing their own individually to the wedding day. The groomsmen joined us later for a few photos, looking dapper in their black tuxes from Men’s Warehouse and then we sat off to get Brendan and Makayl married.

Makayla and Brandon exchanged vows and then rings from Kay Jewelers under a beautiful arbor in the field and more tears flowed as Makayl brought out her guitar and sang a surprise song she had written to Brendon. Guests cheered as they were pronounced, husband and wife while Alyssa Suchy caught everything on video for the couple.

Because Brendon and Makayl decided not to do a first look, we then went into family and wedding party photos around the beautiful grounds of the farm. Guests mingled through the cocktail hour with ice cold drinks and freezies (the brides’s favorite) while they chatted and caught up with friends before gathering in the barn for dinner from Deutschland Meats and cake to follow. Following the speeches, we headed out for some incredible golden hour photos in the fields, and then returned for the first dances. Brendan’s sister filled in for their mother who had recently passed away. There was not a dry eye in the place as Brendan they danced to “You Look Wonderful Tonight,” the song their parents danced to on their wedding day. PM Enterprises then transitioned and brought the party to life with loads of dancing from this incredible crew. Before ending the night Makayl, Brandon and I headed out for one last sunset shot and late night snacks arrived for guests. 

Makayl and Brendan, congratulations again and thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your day, it was such an honor. Have a wonderful time on your honeymoon to Door County and many blessings to you as you begin married life!

Ceremony and Reception:: Maple Ridge Farm // Hair and Make-up:: Jeaninne Dille // Wedding dress:: Oleg Cassini purchased at David’s Bridal // Baker:: Cambridge Cub Foods // Mensware:: Men’s Wearhouse // Rings:: Kay Jewelers // DJ:: PM Enterprises // Caterer:: Deutschland Meats // Video:: Alyssa Suchy // Earrings:: Family heirloom of the Bride //