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Michelle and I slung margaritas together at Garcia’s when we were in college. She and Matt have been dating longer than I can remember. Eight or nine years, I think.
So, it’s good they didn’t rush into anything.

They got married in Backbone State Park in a gorgeous part of Iowa that I had not been to before.
They stayed at Coyote Springs Cottage, which is an old, stone cottage built in the 1850s near Elkader, IA. It was stunning.

Do not mess with this flower girl.

Michelle’s awesome dress.

Nana.

One of those hands is mine. That’s the benefit of being the photographer/friend.

Michelle’s ring.

I love this picture of her.

These flowers had just naturally fallen from the tree!

Her aunties.

Getting the baby to nap.

All of Matt and Michelle’s vendors and food were local. It was such a thoughtful wedding.

Matt made and supplied all of the home-brewed beer and root beer for the entire wedding. He is really good at making home brew.

Michelle, I am so proud of all you have accomplished. Matt, take good care of her. You guys are such a great couple and I felt so happy to be a part of your big day. Love you both!

Erica and Chris were married in Mason City this summer. I think, had she not been in grade school at the time, Erica and I would have been great friends in high school. She is hilarious, she tells it like it is, and she likes to have a lot of fun. She is definitely the light in any room she is in.

And she has great taste.

Yes. She had The Shoes.

Next to mine.

Photo below by Mandy Miller.

Three more reasons why I love Erica.

The moms.

Thanks for the great shot, Chris.

This is one of my all time favorite shots by Mandy Miller, who second shot for me on this day.
The few attendants who did not have their bow ties tied by Chris watched an instructional video in the church. I think on an i-phone. Classic.

Photo below by Mandy Miller.

The wedding party was escorted to the reception in classic cars.

The reception was at the MacNider Museum in Mason City. It was the first time I’ve shot there and it is a really cool space.

Below photo by Mandy Miller.

Max Wellman performed for the first dances.

Taste to Go and Catering also drove up to Mason City from Des Moines to cater the event. This was the second wedding that I’ve done with them this year.

They pretty much owned it. This was the Seafood Station.

Erica changed into another gorgeous dress at the reception. The girl had it going on.

Thank you Erica & Chris for a very fun and gorgeous day!