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Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Engagement Session
Couples Kayla Koerner Couples Kayla Koerner

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Engagement Session

If you’re planning your engagement session or wedding at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, my biggest tip is to take your time. With so much to explore, it’s worth setting aside a couple of hours to enjoy the experience. Whether you’re wandering the rolling meadows, soaking in the beauty of the formal gardens, or simply walking hand-in-hand down a quiet, tree-lined path, the Arboretum offers endless possibilities to create unforgettable moments.

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Afton State Park Engagement Session
Couples Kayla Koerner Couples Kayla Koerner

Afton State Park Engagement Session

Afton State Park has a little bit of everything. Rolling prairies, quiet trails, and some of the most peaceful views of the St. Croix River. It’s a place where you can enjoy being in the moment and lose yourself in nature, but don’t worry, the trails are well marked. And it’s only about an hour southeast of the cities!

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Surprise Proposal on Stone Arch Bridge
Couples Kayla Koerner Couples Kayla Koerner

Surprise Proposal on Stone Arch Bridge

This was the first surprise proposal in my books, but I definitely hope it wasn’t the last. I had two goals for Abby + Brendan’s proposal: 1) don’t get spotted and 2) include the beautiful Minneapolis skyline in the background. I think I achieved that beautifully.

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St. Anthony Main Engagement Session
Couples Kayla Koerner Couples Kayla Koerner

St. Anthony Main Engagement Session

Minneapolis has so many stunning locations, and I was thrilled when Kelly and Joey chose it for their fall engagement session. We started at Boom Island Park and made our way south toward St. Anthony Main, enjoying the crisp autumn air and the soft colors of the season. I think this is a great loop to get those iconic Minneapolis angles.

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