Duluth, mn Courthouse elopement

Carina and kole

St. Louis County Courthouse

9/25/23

These lovebirds had a day made of timeless courthouse elopement dreams and it only got better from there. After they said their vows we went to the best Italian restaurant in Duluth, MN for an intimate dinner. Then we ended the night with them getting tattoos!

Getting ready & details

These lovebirds got ready at my studio and salon. I’m not only a photographer but also a wedding hairstylist so we started their day with styling Carina’s hair while Kole got ready in another room.

first look at The Lovdahl Collective

We set up their first look just outside my studio, The Lovdahl Collective.

It was a super cute, sweet moment.

timeless courthouse Wedding photos

Wedding Ceremony & cake cutting

Va bene - italian wedding dinner

The way these two navigated the dance floor and their wedding day, its clear they’re a dream team and will never have to take on life alone.

Their first dance was unique and full of creativity, personality, and fun, just like their relationship and wedding day.

Wedding tattoos

Why leave it to rings to show your commitment?

Getting tattoos on your wedding day is a bold, personal way to mark the beginning of a new chapter in your life. Whether it's matching designs with your partner, a meaningful symbol, or a tribute to your love story, the act of tattooing creates a permanent reminder of your vows and commitment. The intimacy of the moment—sitting together as the ink is applied—adds an extra layer of connection and significance to your celebration. It’s a unique, creative alternative to traditional wedding keepsakes that will last a lifetime.

Vendor Team

Photo: Lovdahl Photography

Court House: St. Louis County

Dinner: Va Bene

Tattoo artist: Sydney Bee

Hair: The Lovdahl Collective

Love note

“Alyssa Made our wedding day a breeze! Loved our photos, great poses and enjoyable to work with! Helpful in any and every way!”

Carina & Kole

Your story is bigger than words and deserves to be documented!

Hey! I’m Alyssa Lovdahl.

I’m a Minnesota based destination wedding photographer that focuses on capturing your authentic story so when you look back on your photos, the memory of your experience is as vivid and beautiful as the day it was first captured.

THIS IS YOUR STORY AND YOUR PHOTOS SHOULD AUTHENTICALLY REFLECT YOU. THE FACT THAT I GET TO CAPTURE THESE MOMENTS, STOP TIME AND HAND THEM ONTO YOU TO BE REMEMBERED FOREVER IS the sweetest tHING.

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