Midway A/V Design/Condominiums

Did some really cool work today with Midway which is a company that works under Hunt Electric in Minneapolis. They specialize in home audio/video design and installation. We went around to a number of the trendiest, contemporary condominiums in northeast Minneapolis.

Really great to meet some very interesting and kind folks along the way. Got a great bottle of wine from Jim, who undoubtedly has forgotten more about wine that I will ever know. His great place in the Cobalt Condominiums was very contemporary with ultra clean lines and great views from all directions.

Also had Walter the cat make his presence a part of our shoot with Diego and Sharon at the Phoenix on the River Condos. A very photogenic feline, I might add. He did some of the best posing I've shot in recent memory!! Of course he knew to pose in front of the television on the wall!

I really look forward to our next shoot with Midway. There are more shots from today's shoot here. It was great to reconnect with Sarah and spend time with her and Chad in such cool places.

Nick & Rachel's Wedding

Despite a rainy day in St. Peter, we had a fabulous time with Nick and Rachael. I just love days with couples that can't stop smiling at each other they way these guys do. They are so happy and their families were a joy to be around.

More photos in the quick picks gallery.

Blessings to you and your life together.

Marit & Eric's Wedding

What a great day with great friends and family, the Sviggum's and the Lindquist's. We had just a fabulous time with Eric and Marit for their big day in Bloomington. The reception at the Minnesota Valley Country Club was spectacular.

There are more photos in the quick picks gallery. And enjoy the little music video I put together as well!

Kenyon-Wanamingo Seniors

Just a quick little shoot today with the graduating class of 2009. All but one of them had their black shirts this year!! yeah!!

Raths Family

Had a great session with the Raths Family in Wanamingo on Sunday afternoon. They have a wonderful old barn which provided us some great shooting. And Jason just finished the restoration of this sweet Mustang! When he had gotten it a few years ago, it came in a 38 foot trailer...in pieces!! Much hard work has led to a classic! A great prop for some great family photos!!

Niebur Family

Had a great session with the Niebur family in Cannon Falls on Sunday afternoon. The Neiburs are 10 brothers and sisters from all over who got together for a great reunion. On such a beautiful day, the sun was a little harsh, but there were plenty of adequetely shaded areas in and around the yard.

It was fun to be a part of so many great smiles and laughs with the Neiburs.

Stevens Family

Had a great session with our old Albert Lea friends, the Stevens family. Glen is the pastor at our old church, Crossroads Church. It was great to catch up a bit and I can't believe how big all the kids are getting.

Engagement Session - Cullen & Breanna

We had a great little engagement session with Cullen and Breanna. They came out to the farm a little later than we usually shoot and it was fun for me to find some new ways that the light falls a little later in the evening. I love how the sunlight passes through the green of the spring leaves. It creates such a warm glow to things.

We're also in the prime of the flowering tree season. We're lucky enough to have ten flowering apple trees on the farm and they provide some great backdrops for photos.

It is a big week for Cullen and Breanna. Cullen is off to NCAA Nationals in the 1500meters. Then college graduation on Sunday. Best of luck with all that. I am really excited to shoot their wedding in August!!

Randomness 1.0

I know that bloggers all over the universe are writing about things much more astute and academic and meaningful and useful, but I couldn't pass this one up.

For three days, I have driven to work on County 14 in rural Goodhue County. And for three straight days I have seen this printer sitting on the shoulder of the road. A few thoughts about this:

• It is nowhere near a home.

• It didn't appear to crash out of someone's truck bed at high speeds

• All the accessories are neatly placed next to it.

So my mind wanders...is this some sort of roadside memorial for a printer that was involved in a fatal crash at this location? Was someone working here in a wireless remote office setting and just went to town for coffee or more toner? Was it just placed here so someone like me would pull over, put it in reverse, take out the camera and subsequently blog about it?