The basic jist was that I was a photographer working for the W Hotel {where it happened} and I was walking around photographing people hanging out {which I actually did photograph a few couples and a group who were THRILLED to be in on the secret!!!}

Then, once I saw Adam give “the signal” I moved in, said my fake lines about what I was doing and had them pose with the presents.

After-which I looked at my cell phone and said, “You know, you’re actually the last couple I am photographing tonight, why don’t you go ahead and open them – there are some chocolates inside – compliments of the W Hotel”

So – they proceeded to open and Jewels got to the goods : )

She was rather shocked : )

It was SUCH a magical night – when we got home I was just bouncing around the house and could hardly contain myself!!! {And it wasn’t even my engagement!}

Thank you thank you thank you Adam and Jewels for letting us be part of your special night – it brought us SO much joy!!!

{When I got home, I was rather inspired and wrote this……}

To Adam and Jewels – by Karin

‘Twas the night before Thursday; and all through the world
Not a creature was expecting; not even the girl

The ring was wrapped up in a box with great care
In hopes that soon, Ms Jewels it would wear

Two couples were nestled; watching snug from their chairs
While visions of young love in their minds did flare

With she in her dress and he in his tweed
Had just settled down for a nice, romantic read,

When around from the fire there came some chatter
They sprang at the chance to hear what’s the matter

Then away went the camera it clicked and it flashed
As she tore open the presents and threw off the sash

With the fire on her cheeks and a new fallen glow
Gave luster to the shiny bright object below

Then to what her wandering eyes did appear
But a fabulous, sparkling ring, oh my dear!

With a few little words so loving and quick
She knew at that moment that this love would stick

More rapid than eagles their hearts, did they beat
And folks watching did whistle and stand to their feet

So up to the sky their emotions, they flew
With hearts full of joy and wedding bells too

And then, in a twinkling, I heard from the chair
A sweet gentle “Yes” with lots of great care

She was hardly on earth with her feet on the ground
And up from his knee he went with a bound

He was dressed in a suit from his head to his foot
On her dainty finger the ring he did put

A bundle of joy, they were, with a hug
Sitting there, quietly, he looked rather smug

His eyes how they twinkled – Her dimples so merry!
His cheeks were like roses – her nose like a cherry!

Her sweet little mouth, drawn up like a bow
And the tears down her cheek, oh did they go!

As pictures wound down and night came to a close
How happy it was for him to propose

The timing was right, what God said was clear
That forever will Adam hold Jewels so near

So – here they are – one of my favorite photoshoots ever!

We met with Katie and Stephen at Lake Calhoun and let me tell you – none of us expected it to be as hot at it was 81 degrees the day we did these pictures!! This fall certainly has been warm : )

It was also fun because they were okay with us bringing our canoe and having them take some pretty great pictures in it – it’s always fun when folks are up for something a bit different!

You two are great – we are so excited for your wedding August next year! So far the 25th is the day next year!! {it’s been very popular!!}

We had a fun time doing a mix of family, just the girls and just Ashley and Mike – both of these two little ladies did a wonderful job cooperating and taking pictures! {especially since it was rather warm!}

We are very much looking forward to your June wedding next year – it is going to be a great party!!! : )

We then headed downtown for more fun pictures in downtown Minneapolis!! We love doing unique engagement session – especially with two people who are in love as much as these two are!

We so very much look forward to your wedding in May!!!

Randee and Jakub live by Lake Calhoun – so we started there and got some great late evening/dusk pictures then we headed downtown and BOY did we have fun!! I don’t really have words for how great it was to get down there and do some fun Fun FUN pictures!! Love it!

Thanks you two – sooo excited for October 8th!!

So we were glad they came all the way down for photos : )

We had a lot of fun by out fave graffiti walls and by the Soap Factory!

We are SO looking forward to your Sept 9th Wedding at the Grand Superior Lodge!!

We had fun with Joel’s beloved car – his Uncle’s Z.

We are super excited for their wedding at the end of August – hopefully it won’t be as humid!!

We had a lot of fun with these two are Minnehaha Falls and Grand Ole Creamery – stay tuned for their wedding photos!

We always love and think it’s fun when people have specific visions such as this! We had a blast with the THREE of them – including their adorable pup!

So excited for your November wedding Chris and Katie!