Karen & Nicholas Essentials Photography: February 29th, 2020

Such a fun and brisk leap year wedding day! Karen and Nicholas were so much fun to work with, and how about that dog!

Check out more photos on our Facebook page.

Venue: St. Paul College Club

Photo: Monroe Film and Photo

Christina & David Wedding Photography: August 30th, 2019

David was so much fun to work with — it’s not too often to come across a groom who loves the camera! Just before the first look he admitted he used to be a model. And while he was a natural, it was hard to compare to his beautiful bride. Their backdrop of the river was breathtaking for their ceremony at Leopold’s Mississippi Gardens.

How To Wedding: Keeping Your Wedding Makeup Dry with Amy Rastetter of Amy Rachel Makeup Artist

In the latest installment of How to Wedding, our video series featuring tips and tricks from wedding experts, we interview wedding makeup artist Amy Rastetter. Amy shares her best advice for keeping makeup dry on the big day, even when the tears are flowing. From ultra-waterproof makeup to one surprising, silly trick (that works!), learn what you should do from the start of the day to keep wedding makeup flawless.

How To Wedding: The Table Race with Steven Pinex of Behind the Board DJ Entertainment

Over the years, we have heard countless questions from our couples on how to do things for the wedding day, from “how do I tie a tie?” to “what is a dinner welcome?” So we decided to answer all your questions in a new video series!

In “How to Wedding,” we interview experts from the wedding industry to learn their best tips and tricks for the wedding day. In our first episode, Steven Pinex of Behind the Board DJ Entertainment shares how to do The Table Race, a fun activity that calls for participation from everyone during the reception. 

WeddingWire Couples’ Choice 2020 Winner

After an amazing 2019 wedding season, we are excited to announce that we have been selected by WeddingWire as a Couples’ Choice Award Winner in Videography! A special thank you to all of our couples who took the time to leave a review. We are grateful for all the fantastic 5-star reviews we have received, and look forward to another great wedding season.

Madison & Andrew Cinematic Trailer: December 6th, 2019

Andrew has one of the most infectious laughs you will ever hear! He filled the lower levels of the JX Event Venue while getting ready with his groomsmen. It got even louder when his best man surprised him during the first look. However, the laughing stopped when he was left speechless as he finally saw his beautiful bride. These high school sweethearts had the perfect Stillwater winter wedding!

Videography: Monroe Film & Photo
Photography: Madeline Lizotte
Officiant: Bishop Marty Shanahan
DJ: GenerationNOW Entertainment
Catering: Lake Elmo Inn and Event Center
Wedding Planning: Availed Wedding & Event Planning

Samantha & Andrew Feature Wedding Film: November 9th, 2019

"This one's different...she can really drink some beer."

When Andrew wasn't pretending to be a dapper super spy with a license to kill in the mirror, he was eagerly awaiting to see Samantha for the first time when she walked down the aisle. The doors swung open at The Church of St. Mary - St. Paul, Andrew's jaw dropped, and he whispered to himself in amazement as his beautiful bride walked down the aisle.

Reception: Earl & Wilson Event Center
Videographer: Monroe Film & Photo
Photographer: Mataya Creations
Day-of Coordinator: Carlos Aguilera
Catering: Marna's Catering LLC
Dessert: Farina Bakery
Bartending: Liquidmotion
DJ: Instant Request DJ Entertainment
Hair and Makeup: The Blushing Room LLC
Transportation: Renee's Limousines

Peter & Carissa Cinematic Trailer: October 19th, 2019

"I thought the dress sounded a little crinkly."

We love helping out with surprises. When planning the wedding day Carissa said she wanted to do a prank first look. With the help of some friends, an inflatable T-rex approached an unsuspecting Peter. The shock on his face was priceless.

Venue: Hilton Minneapolis Bloomington
Videographer: Monroe Film & Photo
Photographer: Hannah Ampe Photography
Flowers: Cardell Floral & Home Decor
DJ: Nightlife Entertainment DJ Service

The Greater Stillwater Chamber 2019 Holiday Mixer

So much holiday cheer at the Lake Elmo Inn Event Center for the Greater Stillwater Chamber 2019 Holiday Mixer! Members enjoyed a great food spread and music by Vinnie Rose while they networked. Santa even made it to visit with the children (and adults).

Monroe Film and Photo provided our photo booth for the evening, along with with taking family photos with Santa.

Nick & Lyn Feature Film: August 24th, 2019

It was an honor to capture the wedding day of Nick & Lyn. For them, there was an extra importance to capturing the memories as Lyn’s family was unable to attend. Being from the Philippines, it was next to impossible to get passports for the entire family. Lyn’s own journey meant several attempts to fly stateside and missing several wedding dates. Though Lyn’s family was not able to attend, they certainly had their presence felt throughout the entire day.

Ceremony: All Saints Catholic Church

Reception: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

Photo: Camelot Photography

DJ: Midwest Sound DJ Entertainment

Jason & Andrea Cinematic Trailer: August 10th, 2019

Jason has a huge personality, and it showed throughout the wedding day: His shouts of “Boom” when walking in with Andrea during the grand march, the constant ribbing with his friends, and his losing battle of fighting back tears of joy when reading a letter from Andrea before the ceremony. But the best moments were when he was eagerly awaiting to see Andrea for the first time walking down the aisle, from checking to make sure he was in place, reminding everyone to tell him to turn around at the correct time, to the tears that flowed when he saw Andrea for the first time on the wedding day.

Venue: Creekside Farm Weddings

Cater: This Little Piggy Catering & Rush City Bakery

Photographer: Graddy Photography

DJ: Top Choice Sounds

Photo Booth: Northerly Camper

Katie & Collin Feature Film: September 21st, 2019

Family is an important foundation to a marriage. Moments before the ceremony, Katie’s dad pulled everyone together from their family for a moment of prayer. With Katie in the middle, her family surrounded her to offer their love and support. It was an amazing moment to capture before their ceremony.

Ceremony: Oakwood Community Church

Reception: Hyland Hills Ski Area

Makeup: Amy Rachael - Multimedia Makeup Artist

Photography: Sarah Ascanio

DJ: Vast Entertainment

Samantha & Andrew Selfie Photo Booth: November 9th, 2019

Samantha & Andrew’s wedding reception was at a brand-new venue in St. Paul, Earl & Wilson. We opted to forgo our traditional sequin backdrop for the photo booth, instead highlighting the beauty of Earl & Wilson.

Check out the full gallery on our Facebook page!

Mel & Matt Cinematic Trailer: August 10th, 2019

We love it when grooms wear their hearts on their sleeves. As Matt waited for the first look at The River Golf Course in International Falls, he could barely fight back the excitement of seeing his bride. When he turned and saw Mel, tears just flowed.

And we have never met a ham for the camera like Mel’s daughter! Every time a lens was pointing at her, she was all smiles and poses.

Paige & Josh Cinematic Trailer: July 27th, 2019

It is always a huge honor when a family asks us to film multiple weddings. We had so much fun with the oldest Nelson sister, Megan, a few years ago, and we were excited to catch up with the family and see how they have grown. Younger sister Paige is the creative type, and had some unique ideas that we had never seen before, including her son walking down the aisle with Pizza the calf.

The Maidenwood Lodge was the perfect backdrop for Paige & Josh, providing a rustic backdrop with amazing views of Wisconsin. And as the sun set in the distance, we were whisked away to capture the most stunning valley we have seen in Wisconsin.

Brianna & Caleb Wedding Photography: June 21st, 2019

Brianna & Caleb were such a cute couple! The nerves and tears during the ceremony at The Grands at Mulligans were priceless. They were such a happy and joyful couple, and their family had lots of fun during the speeches. Brianna’s dad even brought out an “owners manual” for his daughter, which he was happy to hand over to Caleb.

Photo booth cruises the St. Croix for the Chamber Mixer

The Greater Stillwater Area Chamber of Commerce and the New Richmond Area Chamber of Commerce set sail on the Majestic Star of the St. Croix Boat & Packet Company for their annual “Celebration on the St. Croix” Chamber mixer. We put our photo booth on the top deck to enjoy the sun and get some great views on the river.

Photo booth rocks the boat on the Hope House Cruize for a Cauze

Hope House is a 245D licensed adult foster care facility based in Stillwater, MN. The first Monday of every August it hosts The Scott Zahren Memorial Cruise - Cruize for a Cauze. The night is filled with music, dinner, laughter and love as attendees cruise down the St. Croix in a river boat.

Monroe Film and Photo was proud to be part of the event as a sponsor, as well as providing our photo booth for attendees to make memories throughout the night.

Rae & Shane Cinematic Wedding Trailer: July 27th, 2019

Rae & Shane immediately intrigued us by their contact form. For their favorite movie, they put “The Fast and Furious” series. When we chatted, they agreed that the series was not a cinematic masterpiece by any means, but was a fun and silly way to be entertained.

They had a beautiful wedding day at 7 Vines Vineyard in Dellwood, Minnesota. It was a perfect fit for the small, elegant reception they had with close friends and family. And, of course, being at a vineyard, they incorporated the wine into the ceremony under the pergola. We felt honored to produce their wedding video!

StoryArk Festival hits the red carpet with the Photo Booth

StoryArk is an amazing nonprofit that empowers students to tell their story through sketch comedy, podcast, poetry and film. Their work culminates to a yearly production entitled The StoryArk Festival at the Phipps Theatre in Hudson, WI. Our photo booth was used on the red carpet for attendees arriving.