Judd Sather Photography Blog

Craig and Tara’s Italian Album – Click the shopping cart to see all the pictures; free doubles through early August on all online orders!
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Have you wondered why we haven’t had any rain in Minnesota? It’s ALL in Kansas – 15 inches in the 3 days we were there, helping the river 33.5 feet over normal levels and closing roads (check out the picture above – there’s not supposed to be a waterfall there at all!)

Where do I begin? As we’re driving into the BOONDOCKS of Chanute, Kansas for this family wedding, I noticed a sign that said “birthplace of Walter Johnson” and I’m wondering “Who the heck is Walter Johnson?” Turns out he was one of the best baseball pitchers ever that played – his career ended in the early 1900’s and the sign looked that old… So we make it into town past the “Bargain Center” where “no credit is needed” and I’m wondering “If things are such a bargain why would you need credit?” Then when I entered my hotel (Wild Bill Hickcock hotel room) and saw the carpeted BATHROOMS, I stopped wondering about things in Chanute as my brain had started hurting.

Some unique shots at this wedding was one of the wedding party while standing on the rail of the bridge, the amazing 6-level cake Tara’s grandma made, and a picture of Craig and Tara while I was actually singing with the family during the ceremony.

It was raining (again) after the short reception so we went back to the Tioga Suites and wound up finally finding a slow song by George Strait so Craig and Tara could have their first dance. In Kansas, they play BOTH kinds of music, Country AND Western – and the DJ’s sure weren’t used to wedding dances in the hotel bar. The evening ended with the family checking which roads were flooded and closed online – there was only way out of town (the opposite direction we needed to go) but it looked like we could get back to Kansas City Int’l the next day. But wait! One last surprise, a 1am tour of the hotel brewery from the Brewmeister who had just returned from a party. She was also kind enough to show us her 7 new pug puppies – 10 hours old; my camera was unfortunately asleep by then. The MOST UNIQUE WEDDING award goes to Craig and Tara’s, hands down. -Judd

Their highlight video!

Another sunny (hot) June wedding! Brad and Kelleigh met in class at St. Thomas – right next to the arch they are walking through in the picture above. This wedding wins the “most creative table decorations” award with flowery, handmade European structures made by Kelleigh’s mom (Brad and Kelleigh got to know each other on a European trip in college). The wedding party took a brief (60 minute) break during the reception to “decorate” Brad and Kelleigh’s hotel room – I wonder how it looked… Somebody follow up with me on how Brad decorates your rooms on your wedding days!

I think I’m going to start posting highlght videos here on the blog through YouTube so check back here in a few weeks after Brad and Kelleigh have had a chance to view their highlight video. -Judd and Josh

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A warm day cooled off nicely for a great evening at Dellwood Hills. This wedding wins the award for most colorful flowers – great blues and purples mixed in!

Marshall was very diligent with the lint roller for the groomsmen to start the day, but about halfway through the dance that seemed to be the least of the groomsmen worries… We took some great big group shots of those crazy Madison and Tartan contigents (Nice fight song singing.) Dellwood Hills was decorated beautifully for this young, fun wedding! – Judd and Joe

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Who doesn’t love Arnold’s Park, Iowa? I’m surprised everyone didn’t get in the wooden roller coaster – is it still there? I was sad to miss this camp reunion of sorts that Chris and Amanda captured beautifully.

Hands down the cutest ringbearer outfits ever as well (the one on the left is my nephew)! -Judd (for Chris and Amanda)

Mick and Heather’s online Italian Coffee Table album.
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What a fun, small group to capture at the Embassy Suites – a little thunderstorm in the morning made Heather cry for a bit but didn’t dampen anyone’s spirits! Matron of honor Levonia was just glad to have a few days away from her young girls and best man Jon couldn’t stop doing the Jon Bon Jovi “rock lock” – hilarious. Another highlight was the guy who won the dance contest – he had double jointed knees for sure. I love the “album cover” shot of the wedding party shown above. -Judd and Jessi

Jesse and Courtney’s online Italian coffee table album.

An evening in Maple Grove and Minnetonka captured by Chris, Amanda, and Josh. First couple ever to go on a zipline on the wedding day (picture above)! Look for all pictures posted here in 1-2 weeks. Sign up to be notified on the Proof and Order Prints page on www.studioJphoto.com.