Bridget + Andy | Wedding Day
Bridget & Andy had a wonderful wedding ceremony at the Basilica of St Mary in Minneapolis on 11/7/2015. The reception was at the Calhoun Beach Club in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Some wedding days are memorable not because of the stunning venues and thoughtful details, but because of the love and energy between two people and the people that support them. Bridget and Andy’s November 7, 2015 wedding, that’s what it was — timeless, from the heart, joyful from start to finish. With a stunning Basilica of St Mary wedding and Calhoun Beach Club reception, this day was everything a couple could wish for – and then some.
The excitement was in the air as the day got started. Surrounded by her closest friends and family, Bridget prepared for the day ahead — which was full of laughter, love and quiet anticipation. This bride was stunning < wearing an elegant-CLASSIC dress with a smile that could light up a room. Meanwhile, Andy and his groomsmen had their own pre-ceremony time — hanging out together, a few deep breaths, and a toast to the day they had all been waiting for.
The ceremony was held at one of Minneapolis’ most picturesque and historic venues, the Basilica of St. Mary. The basilica with it’s high ceilings, architecture, and spirit-filled interior created the most beautiful environment and lush space for Bridget and Andy to marry. There was a palpable change in the room as Bridget made her way down the aisle — emotion, reverence and awe. Andy met her gaze and there was nothing but love across the room.
Their Catholic wedding, was traditional but incredibly personal. Surrounded by loved ones, family, and the stunning basilica, Bridget and Andy vowed their love and eternal commitment. Between the music, the readings, and the sacred rituals, the time and place of the moment became irrelevant were irrelevant — a pure celebration of love, faith, and the adventure they were about to embark together.
Following the ceremony, guests traveled to the Calhoun Beach Club, a chic, arguably Italian-lakeside-inspired, elegant design. Situated near Lake Bde Maka Ska, the club offered a gorgeous respite from the basilica, whose formalities there and cathedral-like there were juxtaposed with the best of modern elegance and classic romance.
The reception was a party to remember. All of the details were in place from the soft lighting to the flower arrangements and decorative touches that screamed Bridget and Andy’s classic taste. From the couple’s dramatic entrance to their tearful first dance, the night was full of heartwarming moments and personal details.
Warm words from family and friends elicited laughter and a few tears, narrating the tale of Bridget and Andy — how they met, what they’ve created together, and what they’re working toward. Their love, so evident to everyone in the room that day, was the heart and soul of the stories through the laughter and celebration.
As the dance floor heated up, the vibe in the room pulsated. Guests of all ages partied it up on the dance floor and celebrated the mutual completion that is these two special people. From the soft exchanges glances during dinner, to the high octane moments on the dance floor, the entire evening was a testament to the joy and depth of Bridget and Andy’s connection.
For a wedding filmmaker like me, the goal is always to tell the love story as honestly, emotionally and beautifully as we can — and Bridget and Andy made that absolutely straightforward. It wasn’t only a wedding, not just a single day, but a life they were building rooted in love and faith and shared by their close friends and family.
Bridget & Andy — thank you for allowing us to be a part of your amazing day. Your love is inspiring, and your wedding was a real celebration of all that is important.