This summer wedding at Lake Sakakawea in Garrison, North Dakota was such a beautiful day to be a part of.


It was a hot one, but the lake breeze, the sweetest couple, and the most beautiful sunset made it all worth it. There is something so special about a North Dakota wedding on the water—the open skies, the peaceful views, and the golden light made the perfect backdrop for their wedding portraits.


I loved capturing all the little moments throughout their day, from the excitement and emotions to the laughter shared with their favorite people. Ending the night with sunset photos along Lake Sakakawea was the perfect way to wrap up such a special celebration.


As a North Dakota wedding photographer, I feel so lucky to get to photograph love stories in some of the most beautiful places our state has to offer. This Garrison, ND wedding was such a reminder that you don’t have to travel far to create unforgettable memories.

Diamond engagement ring and wedding band displayed in a velvet hexagon box with pearl-adorned jewelry boxes.
Bride and groom walking hand in hand through a lush green wooded area on their wedding day.
Bride in white wedding dress with pearl-embellished tulle overlay sitting with manicured hands on her lap.
Guest photographing bridesmaids in yellow dresses at outdoor wedding photo booth.
Bride holding vibrant wedding bouquet with orange roses, purple flowers, and yellow gerbera daisies.
Black and white flat lay of groom accessories including dress shoes, bow tie, cigar, lighter, and cufflinks.
Bride and five bridesmaids in cream dresses laughing together outdoors in a wooded setting.
Polaroid wedding photos scattered on white fabric with a cupcake, flowers, and pearl decorations.
Bride and groom share a kiss beneath a neon sign reading The Mitchells at wedding reception.
Wedding party walking together outdoors in cream dresses and black suits on a sunny summer day.
Elegant wedding head table with floral centerpieces and white tablecloth.
Black and white close-up of groom adjusting his bow tie while getting ready for wedding.
Bride and bridesmaids in cream dresses walking through a lush green forested area.
Church altar with crucifix on brick wall, wooden ceiling, candles, and blue carpet.
Black and white photo of wedding party celebrating as bride and groom share a kiss outdoors.
Black and white close-up of bride and groom almost kissing with wedding rings visible on hands.
Bride and groom seated at wedding reception table in black and white photo.
Bride in white gown and bridesmaids in cream dresses holding colorful wildflower bouquets.
Groom in black tuxedo smiling at church altar during wedding ceremony, black and white photo.
Wedding guests seated in church pews with reserved row sign during ceremony.
Emotional father wiping tears beside smiling bride in white dress outdoors among green trees.
Smiling bride and groom holding drinks outdoors near lake after wedding ceremony.
Bride walking down church aisle with father holding colorful bouquet during ceremony.
Bride and groom walking through garden, groom carrying wedding dress train.
Black and white portrait of a groom in a vest and bow tie adjusting his jacket in a rustic wooden room.
Black and white photo of bridesmaids in matching pajamas reacting to bride revealing her wedding dress.
Wedding welcome sign beside wildflower bouquet in glass bottle vase at reception.
Black and white photo of laughing bride glancing back while holding grooms hand near a lake.
Smiling bride in a white satin wedding gown holding her train while standing in a lush green garden.
Black and white photo of a bride and her father sharing a tender first look moment outdoors.
Groom places wedding ring on brides finger during outdoor ring exchange ceremony.
Bride and groom surrounded by smiling wedding party in cream dresses and black tuxedos outdoors.
Black and white romantic portrait of bride and groom embracing forehead to forehead in a garden setting.
Bride and full bridal party in cream and blue dresses walking through a sunny wooded area.
Black and white photo of bride and groom holding hands walking through a field on their wedding day.
Bride in white gown smiles at groom who holds her train in a lush green outdoor setting.
Bride and groom gaze into each others eyes while embracing in front of green trees.
Black and white photo of bride kissing groom on the cheek near wedding cake at reception.
Outdoor wedding reception with guests mingling on a green lawn beside a rustic wooden venue under a partly cloudy sky.
Bride smiling over her shoulder as groom twirls her in a green meadow near a lake.
Black and white photo of smiling bride and groom cutting their wedding cake together at reception.
Wedding guests raise glasses in a toast inside a rustic barn decorated with colorful floral centerpieces.
Groom twirling bride in white gown outdoors near a scenic lake on their wedding day.
Black and white photo of bride and groom sharing a romantic moment near a lakeside meadow.
Bride and groom holding hands walking through green meadow with a beautiful lake backdrop.
Black and white photo of bride and groom sharing a romantic dip kiss in a grassy field.
Groom kissing bride on the cheek as she smiles holding a colorful bouquet by a lake.
Bride and groom laughing together holding hands in a lush green meadow with lake views.
Black and white photo of wedding reception guests raising glasses in a toast inside a decorated barn venue.
Elegant single-tier white wedding cake with pearl decorations and a glittery Just Married topper on a wood slice.
Bride and groom dancing outdoors near a lake at sunset, bride holding a colorful bouquet in a white gown.
Black and white photo of bride with long braided hair and groom walking hand in hand toward wedding reception tent.
Bride and groom holding hands walking toward a scenic lake surrounded by lush green hills at dusk.