Posts by Merina Burda
Tang Tang and Eugene

McNamara Alumni Center Minneapolis, Minnesota

Tang Tang and Eugene's wedding day was intentional and filled with quiet moments that held genuine meaning. We started the day at the Graduate Hotel in Minneapolis, where Tang Tang and Eugene had set…

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Olivia and Garrett

Bavaria Downs Minneapolis, Minnesota

Olivia and Garrett’s wedding day was a beautiful winter celebration. The day began at the always gorgeous Bavaria Downs, where Olivia was getting ready in the bridal suite with her closest friends. Everyone wore…

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Leah and Andrew: I Do Day

Minnesota State Capitol Saint Paul, MN

Some wedding days are full of grandeur, while others are quiet and deeply personal and Leah and Andrew’s “I Do Day” was the perfect blend of both. With plans for a big celebration in 2025, they chose to…

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Phoebe and Adam

Saint Paul College Club Saint Paul, MN

Phoebe and Adam’s wedding day felt like stepping into a timeless holiday novel. It was cozy, romantic, and full of heartfelt moments. With the Saint Paul College Club already dressed in its holiday best and the sun…

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Gwen and Justin

La Fontaine Event Center Minneapolis, Minnesota

Gwen and Justin’s wedding day was everything a perfect fall celebration should be, sunny, colorful, joyful, and full of love. Captured beautifully by our amazing team photographer Erin, the day unfolded with a kind…

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Michala and Sidney

Christ's Household of Faith Chapel Minneapolis, Minnesota

We had the honor of capturing Michala and Sidney’s special day, and it was one for the books! Our talented team photographer, Erin, beautifully documented every moment, from the ceremony to the dreamy lake…

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Natalie and Garrett Engagement

Minneapolis, Minnesota

There’s no place better than Minnesota in the summer. The leaves are bright and green, the flowers are in full bloom, and the water is cool and refreshing. Natalie and Garrett chose the most beautiful blue sky…

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Danielle and Tyler Engagement

Edina, Minnesota

The Brockers are like family, so when Danni got engaged I was beyond excited to get the call to photograph her wedding. When we started planning their engagement session and decided to visit…

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Audrey and Justin Engagement

Minnesota

Many couples ask when they should schedule their engagement photos. My advice is to schedule your session early enough to be able to use your photos for save the date cards and your wedding website….

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Nicole and Judite Engagement

Edina, Minnesota

Nicole and Judite are absolutely the sweetest! They had a vision for their engagement session and that vision was FUN. We started at the studio and they came with arms full of books and fun props prepared to…

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Lindsay and Colby Engagement

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Some people choose extravagant setting or far off destinations for their engagement session, while others are excited about the park nearby. It’s all about showing off your personality and your relationship together…

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Sami and Ben Engagement

Minneapolis, Minnesota

I’m often asked my favorite place for an engagement session and my answer is almost always, “the lake.” Any lake, really. I just love the idea of being on the water especially in the spring and summer. I met Sami…

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Victoria and David Engagement

McNamara Center Minneapolis, Minnesota

Victoria and David have a soft spot for the U of M campus because that’s not only where they planned on getting married, but it’s where their love story began. They chose the perfect spring day in May when the

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Destination: Norway

Bergen, Norway

This is a trip that has been over 20 years in the making. A return to the homeland and getting to show my family the Vick heritage in Norway. I stayed in Sweden for an extended period to help start a Young Life camp…

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Lindsay and Colby

Radisson Blu MOA Bloomington, Minnesota

Whenever I’m asked to photograph a fellow industry friend's wedding the invitation is extra special because they’ve seen and worked with everyone. So for them to invite me to capture the day they’ve been…

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Sydney and Augustus

Inwood Oaks Minneapolis, Minnesota

This wedding was years in the making. Not just because they were our very first wedding booked for 2024, but Sydney is the venue manager at Inwood Oaks and when you celebrate weddings nearly every…

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Allison and Adam

The Hutton House Minneapolis, Minnesota

The new year is here and there’s no better place to start than at The Hutton House. It feels like home every time I visit and this day felt extra warm and cozy. This was likely due to the amazing people that surrounded me all day…

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Molly and Ross Engagement

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Molly and Ross were planning a summer wedding so when I suggested having their engagement session in a different season they perked up right away. They decided to plan the most quintessential Minnesotan…

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Maya and Wael Engagement

Minneapolis, Minnesota

When planning a winter engagement session, many people ask me what they should do during the session. I like to tell them that it’s just like a session any time of the year but you just need to dress a bit warmer…

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Haley and Patrick Engagement

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Some people are drawn to winter and the romantic snowy landscape. Haley and Patrick fell for the snow covered trees and cozy atmosphere that makes you want to cuddle up with your one and only…

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