Kelly and Reid's Wedding

Kelly Coyne and Reid Plumbo were married January 19 in an elegant ceremony on a teeth-chatteringly cold day a couple weeks ago. One of those days where the temperature never goes over zero. As this meant no outside photos, we were lucky enough to have two photogenic locations to shoot in - the James J Hill Library and the St. Paul Hotel. This was my first wedding at the library. For weddings, they clear out all the tables on the main floor and set up an altar at the back of the far wall. Kelly's dad Joe Coyne brought in lighting professionals to help illuminate the cavernous space, and the candles along the side set a warm and magical tone, echoed outside by the twinkly Christmas lights of Rice Park. The beauty of the ceremony was matched by a beautiful reception. Joe Coyne clearly has a lot of friends who adore him and his wife Chris, as do Kelly and Reid, and Reid's parents, and among the evening's highlights were Joe's toast, the spectacular band Synergy, and the outstanding wine collection that guests enjoyed. It was a party to remember and a memorable beginning to Kelly and Reid's new life together. Click on any image to open larger, and please leave a comment!

Kelly looks splendid in the skyway

Reid and his groomsmen

Kelly and her bridesmaids

Dad walks Kelly down the aisle

The James J Hill Library's grand hall

Cake by Buttercream

Joe Coyne's toast at the St Paul Hotel

Ringbearer Joey gets applause

First dance, Reid and Kelly

Synergy, a great band

Comments

[The Dad]

Wendy,

Does Photoshop have a "hair" effect? If so, I'd like 2 scoops. Otherwise, maybe I could send you a sample shot from my 30's and you could just cut and paste. : )

The wedding day felt like a fantasy and flew by in a blur but I'll never forget seeing Kelly as we came together to begin our walk down the aisle. She was a spectacularly beautiful combination of a confident young woman and my little girl.

I don't think I could have competed the walk if anyone other than Reid was waiting for us. In the eight years they have been together I've never seen a single moment to disapprove of...and I've been looking closely! He is a terrific young man.

What a great day. I can't wait to re-live it in slow motion when we see the photos.

Joe

[Mia]

Top notch photography.
Just love the Father and Bride - both look like the cat that swallowed the canary. Cute little smirks. An event to long be remembered as beautiful and full of joy and love.
It truly was the gold standard of weddings.

[Kelly]

Wendy and Nick - The images you have posted so far are beautiful. We can't wait to see the rest. We have really enjoyed working with both of you!

Best to you both,
Kelly and Reid