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I seriously cannot tell you how excited I am to work with you! We are going to have WAY fun!!!

Since I live daily in the wedding industry – I have seen some amazing vendors and some not so fabulous wedding vendors! 🙂 And because I have the honor of being your wedding photographer(!), I am here to help in any way possible! I hope this helps – here is a list of wedding vendors that I absolutely love in the industry! I do not receive any form of compensation for referring you to these people, they are just so fabulous that I can’t stay quiet about them!

Also, be sure to tell them I sent you! Some of these vendors give special deals to Eric Vest Photography couples!!!

Vendors I Love

Photo Booth
The I Do Booth, Inc.
info@theidobooth.com
(651) 528-9753
Click here to go to The I Do Booth page!
Our very own photo booth company combining open air, classy, fun, and nothing short of awesome into one photo booth!!!

Videographer
The Peterson Brothers Wedding Films
thepetersonbros@gmail.com
www.thepetersonbros.com
My parents where friends with the Peterson Brothers’ parents for a few years when I was growing up. They moved, our parents kept in touch, and a few years ago these guys came on the wedding scene and started creating incredible wedding films and we re-connected! They are true story tellers and kind gentlemen! Always love working with these guys!

Mast Wedding Films
www.mastweddingfilms.com
Jesse Mast is a kind, gentle videographer who loves what he does! He cares. Cares about you and making your day run smoothly! Love working with him!

Thuente Productions
gregmthuente@gmail.com
www.thuenteproductionsvideo.com
I have worked with Greg so many times and every time is plain wonderful. He does an amazing job on capturing candid moments and documenting ceremonies! This guy is a joy to have around on your wedding day!

DJ
Beautiful Day DJs
Noah Persson
(612) 819-5191
noah@beautifuldaydjs.com
www.beautifuldaydjs.com
Best DJ I have ever worked with! They are super fun, energetic and they know how to keep your guests on the floor! They customize what, when, and how they play their playlists according to the couple and do a ridiculously amazing job at it! Basically = these guys are amazing! It’s also a small company so you know who you’re going to get!
Added bonus – you get 10% OFF just because you’re an Eric Vest Photography couple!!!

Harmony DJ Entertainment
Ben Nordquist
(612) 219-9410
ben@harmonydjentertainment.com
I am very picky about what DJs I recommend! You have to get Ben! He is the positive, fun, and joyful person you want running your event! He was formerly a public speaker before becoming a full time DJ and he knows how to balance announcements and class!

Wedding Coordinator
Seasons of Dreams
Nicole Lewis
(651) 324-0526 - call or text
nicole@seasonsofdreams.com
www.seasonsofdreams.com
Absolutely love working with Nicole! She is so on top of everything is she is kind! Being kind is critical to being a great wedding planner! She is the perfect balance of always being around, always helping, always doing something, but she doesn't "smother!" If you hire Nicole, be prepared to have someone you can bring any question to and then go back to enjoying your day!

Bride Support
Meredith Meyer
612-466-0411
meredith@bridesupport.com
www.bridesupport.com
Bride Support is very fittingly named! Meredith is that "support" you don't fully yet know you need! She is an amazing presence to have with you on your wedding day! While handling all the details in the background so you don't need to even thinking about them, she is joyful, fun, and always a true pleasure to work with!

Ask for the Moon Events
(651) 230-8858
info@askmoonevents.com
www.askmoonevents.com
Both Maddie & Angie bring positivity and peace to each wedding they coordinate! The first time I worked with Ask for the Moon I was super impressed with how they handle everything smoothly and with class. Both of them quietly deal with the things the bride doesn’t need to know about and have an awesome gauge on what things are important enough to talk with the couple about so that you can enjoy the day and not focus on all the little things that go on throughout the day!

Hair & Makeup
Maggie J Makeup
(651) 324-0004
maggiejmakeup@gmail.com
www.maggiejmakeup.com
Maggie is so cool! She's fun, joyful and an absolute professional! Her work is always stunning and she offers EVP brides 50% off on their engagement makeup if you book her for your wedding as well!

Laura Westrem Artistry
(612) 518-9394
laura@laurawestrem.com
www.laurawestrem.com
Laura is such a joy to be around! She’s fun, calm, and an expert at what she does! Laura has blown me away with her work every wedding I have ever done with her! If you want your hair and makeup to be exceptional – contact Laura!

Creative Beauté Agency
inquiry@CreativeBeauteAgency.com
www.creativebeauteagency.com
Creative Beaute Agency is perfect for covering all your bridesmaids in a short time! They have a large team and do awesome work! They also give large bridal party discounts!

Florist
Florals by Claire
czobel@comcast.net
www.floralsbyclaire.com
I LOVE working with Claire! She is so kind and great to work with! And her flowers are always stunning!!! Can't go wrong in hiring her!

Marah Cole Designs
marah@marahcoledesigns.com
www.marahcoledesigns.com
Marah always does phenomenal work and is great to work with! I have had so many couples use her recently and her florals are stunning!

Custom Floral Design
Michele Copeland
michele@customfloraldesign.biz
www.customfloraldesign.biz
Custom Floral Design will give you $50 OFF your bill just because you are an Eric Vest Photography couple!!! Michele is absolutely incredible! I love working with her and when I think of the favorite bouquets that I have photographed, her designs are the first I think of! She does amazing work at a very fair price! Let her know I sent you!

Sweet Pea's Floral
(651) 730-9115
tara@sweetpeasfloral.com
www.sweetpeasfloral.com

Studio B Floral
(612) 788-7575
Tami@studiobfloral.com
www.studiobfloral.com
Tami is so kind and so good an what she does! Always love working with her!

Dress
The Wedding Shoppe (St. Paul)
(651) 298-1144
info@weddingshoppeinc.com
www.weddingshoppeinc.com

Bridal Accents Couture (Burnsville)
(952) 846-4496
info@bridalaccentscouture.com
www.bridalaccentscouture.com

Effie's Bridal Trunk
(952) 892-7699
info@effiesbridaltrunk.com
www.effiesbridaltrunk.com

Other locations worth mentioning:
Raffine Bridal
Grace Loves Lace
Bella Bridal Boutique
Our Shop Too
Diamond Bride
Jackie J's Bridal
Carrie Johnson Bridal
Bridal Aisle
BHLDN
Ivory Bridal, Co.

Bridesmaid's Dresses
Azazie - https://www.azazie.com/
Birdy Grey - https://www.birdygrey.com/
David's Bridal - https://www.davidsbridal.com/
Revelry - https://shoprevelry.com/

Suits
The Black Tux
www.theblacktux.com

Atmosfere (Minneapolis)
(612) 333-1843
www.facebook.com/Atmosfere

Other locations worth mentioning:
Knights Chamber - https://knightschamber.store/
Generation Tux - https://www.generationtux.com/
Bills Togery - https://billstoggery.com/
Intentionally NOT listed: Men's Wearhouse

Live Band
Bluewater Kings Band
(810) 214-0020
info@bluewaterkingsband.com
www.bluewaterkingsband.com
Hands down the best live band I work with - everything single time!

The Riverside Hitmen
(651) 325-8435
kyle@riversideentertainmentmn.com
www.riversideentertainmentmn.com
This band is so fun! They always get guests dancing and having a blast! Can't go wrong booking this crew!

String Quartet
Loring String Quartet
(612) 227-0396
www.loringquartet.com
When you listen to Loring String Quartet, you feel like you're listening to a recording! They are incredible and do beautiful versions of classical and modern songs!

Invitations
A Milestone Paper Company
Sarah Glad
(651) 492-6077
sarah@amilestonepaperco.com
www.amilestonepaperco.com

Minted
www.minted.com
Some of my favorite invitations and programs have come from Minted.com! They do it all and you have complete control over your project through their website! Go ahead and check them out!

Cake and Desserts
Buttercream
Marisa
weddings@buttercream.info
www.buttercream.info
When I see a smooth, creamy looking cake I instinctively guess “Buttercream” and I’m usually right! I don’t go more than a few weddings without seeing these guys there and they are culinary artists! They can do simple and beautiful and elaborate and ornate!

Farina Baking Company
(651) 253-7126
info@farinabakingcompany.com
www.farinabakingcompany.com
Talk about gorgeous, beautiful, stunning bites of goodness! Keep running into Farina and love it every time I do!

Taste of Love Bakery
Marie
(651) 321-4455
marie@tasteoflovebakery.com
www.tasteoflovebakery.com
These guys make amazing desserts! One wedding I photographed they made personal sized pies that were unbelievable! If you’re looking for something unique, check these guys out!

The Sweet Retreat
(612) 353-6230
thesweetretreat@gmail.com
www.thesweetretreatmn.com/index.html
Adorable desserts is what these guys do! It’s almost cruel to look at the desserts these guys make through the lens of a camera!

Other great dessert options:
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Crumbl Cookies

Transportation
Renee’s Royal Valet
(763) 551-1919
www.reneeslimousines.com
Ask to have Keith as your driver! He is the BEST!

Glidden Glidden Limousine Service
(612) 296-1947
www.limomn.com

Event Rentals
A Vintage Touch - Wedding Design & Event Decor
info@avintagetouchweddings.com
www.avintagetouchweddings.com
From vintage couches, to chairs, to pretty much everything! I know when I show up to a wedding and A Vintage Touch is involved! Their work and rentals are undeniably stunning!

EventLab
Lindsay Frank
lfrank@eventlab.net
(952) 460-1647
Stunning decor, place settings, linens, and so much more!

Linen Effects
(612) 355-2500
www.lineneffects.com/index.cfm

All Event
(763) 413-4735
lori@alleventtentrental.com
www.alleventtentrental.com

Caterers
Mintahoe Catering & Events
www.mintahoe.com

This Little Piggy
(612) 332-7571
info@thislittlepiggycatering.com
www.pigroast.net/index.html
If your looking to do anything with a pig roast theme, don’t look anywhere else! You better order extra these guys are soon good!

If you have any questions about any of these vendors or any vendor not listed here, don’t hesitate to ask me! Chances are good that I have worked with the company you have questions about and would be happy to give any advice! And please note, there are many many many amazing vendors that aren’t on this list! This is just a sampling of a few vendors that I have handed-picked because I love their work! I hope this helps!

Engagement Session

5 Things

to bring to your engagement session

- Confidence
It’s true! Confidence looks amazing on you! Just be relaxed and have fun! I want to capture the unique and incredibly awesome person that you are!

- Clothes you love
Most couples like to wear two outfits. A dressy set and a business casual set work really well! The dressy set is something you would were to a fancy dinner out. Ladies usually do a nice dress and guys do dress pants, dress shirt, etc. The business casual set is more like sweaters, button up shirts, jeans. Try to avoid matching or prominent logos!

- Excitement
The more excited and pumped you are about your photos, the better they will turn out! Trust me, I’m stoked about taking your photos so there’s no doubt excitement will be in the air!

- Romance
I know I’ve said this already... but seriously! Bring romance! I am here to capture your love and your beautiful relationship! Don’t be shy and don’t hide it! Yes, I’m going to make you kiss for pictures! Why? Because you guys simply look amazing together. And I want the world to see it!

- A Story
What is something unique about you? How you met? A hobby you share? A sport one of you plays? Whatever it is, bring something along that
symbolizes it! We can have so much fun with props! I love using things that are special to a couple!

Nature/Parks:
FAVORITE - Bunker Hills Regional Park (Andover) – Grass field, greenery, tall pines
FAVORITE - Interstate State Park (Taylors Falls) – rock cliffs, river, greenery | $7 parking
Hansen Tree Farm (Ramsey) – short & tall pine tree woods | $50 permit required
Rice Creek Regional Park (Shoreview) – tall pines, wooded trails
Lebanon Hills Regional Park (Eagan) – grass fields, wooden walkways, woods
Carver Park Reserve (Victoria) – water, tall grass, woods, birch trees
Montissippi Regional Park (Monticello) – grassy, pines, river, wooded areas, up-north feel
Schaar’s Bluff Trail (Hastings) – river views, flower fields, trees

City/Urban:
FAVORITE - Stone Arch/St. Anthony Main/Father Hennepin (Minneapolis) – city skyline, old cobblestone, greenery filled park
FAVORITE - Mill City Ruins (Minneapolis) – old ruins, city vibe
Boom Island (Minneapolis) – skyline views, old railroad bridge
North Loop/Hewing Hotel (Minneapolis) – historic city streets
James J Hill Library/Rice Park (St. Paul) – Historic light color architecture, city park
Irvine Park (St. Paul) – gazebo, water fountain, cute historic feel
St. Paul Brewing (St. Paul) – local pub feel, urban buildings

Local Parks:
FAVORITE - Wayzata Depot Docks (Wayzata) – on the water, classy feel
FAVORITE - Sucker Lake Regional Park (Vadnais Heights) – woods, pines, open lawn, some water
Noerenberg Memorial Gardens (Orono) – lots of flowers, arch | $25 permit required
Centennial Lakes Park (Edina) – urban park feel
*Bruce Vento Natural Sanctuary (St. Paul) – Nature paths, tree canopy
*Arneson Acres Park (Edina)

*Is a location I have recently discovered and have not tried but am excited to try!