The first time I met Kristi and Derek was in St. Paul, Minnesota, after chatting with Kristi on the phone. I was in the area, and we thought it’d be great to get together at a local restaurant (Cafe Latte, for any of you midwesterners out there – one of my old haunts from when I lived in the twin cities), and it was so nice chatting with them over dinner and getting to know one another, and I knew we’d have a great time together at their wedding.
Which of course we did! The day started out a bit smoky, but much to Kristi’s delight, it cleared up and made way for a pretty darn awesome backdrop for their wonderful ceremony. Missoula Mayor John Engen officiated and had everyone chuckling. Kristi and Derek sealed their vows with a kiss and had a great time mingling with their many friends and family who joined them in celebrating such a special day.
Folks kicked up their heels on the dance floor and had a great time laughing and dancing – everything from good ol’ Michael Jackson to the hokey pokey.
Thanks again, Kristi and Derek for inviting me to photograph such a beautiful day celebrating you both! It was such a pleasure, and I had a blast – you’ve got such sweet friends and family, and I’m delighted that I got to spend a bit more time with you both. Here’s to a long life full of perfectly balanced sunny and overcast days. :) And you’re always welcome to come visit Flash whenever you’re in town. :)
Vendors:
Venue: The Keep, Missoula, Montana
Florist: Habitat Floral, Missoula, Montana
Cake Artist: Sonja Lloyd, Missoula, Montana
Makeup Artist: Jacqueline Kukay with Alchemy Mineral Blends, Missoula, Montana
Hair Artist: Boom Swagger Salon, Missoula, Montana
Wedding Dress: discontinued style by Impression Bridal, from Mary Kay’s Bridal, St. Louis Park, Minnesota
Maid of Honor Dress: Thomas Family Apparel, Butte, Montana
Groom’s Suit: Kaufman’s, Great Falls, Montana
Officiant: Missoula Mayor John Engen
Nails: Bella Sauvage, Missoula, Montana
Chair rental: Eastgate Rentals, Missoula, Montana
Brass trio (musicians from Missoula who are friends of the couple): Brendan McGlynn, trumpet; Jason Barkley, horn; Christopher Porter, trombone
On the docket: portraits, portraits, and more weddings!
Cheers,
-Kristine
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