andrews-photography.weddings

Fun casual photo coverage, Here is the Wedding Photo montage,

2010-07-21T16:00:00.000-07:00

Andrews Photography gets a chance to document a fun couples wedding day. What a great 5-10 minute romantic session! You both were so fantastic. Here is the montage of images from the wedding day and the thank you video they did for Andrews Photography. We love magic moments between lovers. This was a day to remember.

Thanks Chris and Stephanie!

Hope you enjoyed the videos. If you need a wedding photographer for next eyar or maybe this year yet call us today

Rod Andrew Wilson
Owner/ Photographer
www.Andrews-Photography.com
2668 Brand Ave East
Maple Wood MN 55119

651-292-9242

Rod@andrews-photography.com

My business continues to grow by referrals from friends, family and customers like you!

Thank you for recommending me!

Become a fan on my face book page,http://www.facebook.com/pages/Maplewood-MN/Andrews-Photography-Twin-Cities/75586979081?v=wall

Wedding for Chris and Stephanie

2010-07-20T08:34:00.000-07:00

Destination Wedding the family homestead. Stephanie's dad fixed up the grounds and even built another building for the guys to change in. I think it was safe to say he really loves his daughter. Stephanie you and chris were so wonderful cant wait till the wear the dress session next week.

Three things I loved about Chris and Stephanie's day

1. They had a fantastic first glance, a quick five to ten minutes of uninterrupted emotion and interaction. Isn't this what most girls want the moment he sees her for the first time?

2. They had a vision and then the wisdom to ask how do we go about capturing that vision on film?

3. I knew Chris was a funny guy but he really pulled out a few stops, check out the image we captured of him escorting Stephanie after dads hand off. I don't think she even saw him do the face. Andrews Photography lives for those moments in between moments. Those split seconds of whats real, images full of emotion. The image that brings you back to what you were fealing on that day at that time.

The wedding day moves so quick and so much is going on. The images of the wedding day are the only things that can help bring back that spit second of time.

Rod Andrew Wilson
Owner/ Photographer
www.Andrews-Photography.com
2668 Brand Ave East
Maple Wood MN 55119

651-292-9242

Rod@andrews-photography.com

My business continues to grow by referrals from friends, family and customers like you!

Thank you for recommending me!

Become a fan on my face book page,http://www.facebook.com/pages/Maplewood-MN/Andrews-Photography-Twin-Cities/75586979081?v=wall

Shawn and Salinas, Andrews Photography

2010-05-09T07:07:00.000-07:00

Shawn and Salinas wedding video, Wonderful wedding and I think it was over nine courses for the meal. Lobster with Garlic Sauce. Live like kings and Queens! Fun couple neat idea with the sunglasses for the entrance.

mothersday is here so I will have to post more later..

Steve and Tinas wedding video

2010-04-28T07:09:00.000-07:00

Steve and Tinas wedding video, by Andrews-Photography. We had alot of fun documenting their day. Lots of fun locations at the McNamara Alumni Center. The cool thing about the day besides the couple, was one location. Most brides are getting hip to the fact that most reception sites have a spot for the ceremony. This saves time and guest frustration of a double park or a hard to find destination. Steve thanks for hanging in their for the photos. A big thanks to Calista and Kristana for being little angels on the wedding day.

Enjoy the video! The video was made with random images taken during the course of the day. Love the ring shot we could not have done it without the nice flowers from Hudson Floral. Thanks Shellie.

Exciting face book dealio..Become a friend of Andrews-Photography on face book. Post a comment about us and the fun way we did the photos. Or post a comment about the cool portraits we have taken.

We will reward one random lucky comment with some prints. The more comments the bigger the package well give away. My marketing person "JenandLavine.com' will also choose the best creative insight full comment to win another print package. The bride will also win some prints if we receive enough comments. Just think of this as one more gift you will be giving the bride and groom.

Winners will be notified through facebook, keep track of your print numbers from the private website.

Thanks for being a "like" or Fan..

Rod Andrew Wilson
Owner/ Photographer
www.Andrews-Photography.com
2668 Brand Ave East
Maple Wood MN 55119

651-292-9242
Rod@andrews-photography.com

My business continues to grow by referrals from friends, family and customers like you!

Thank you for recommending me!

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Krystie and Ryan in DownTown Minneapolis, Fun E-Session, Andrews Photography

2010-04-17T06:29:00.000-07:00

Krystie and Ryan in Down Town Minneapolis, Fun E-Session, Andrews Photography, Enjoy the video. Great couple and hey they wore some dynO'mite colors to the session. The colors actually went really well with the HardRock sign across from first ave. Reflections are fun! Orange cones are cool, lots of stuff for fun backgrounds, even within like one block. The quickest hour we have ever had. Ryan you really got the flow he knows what makes Krystie smile. Nice couple keep the love flowing.

Andrews Photography still does proposals for free and we do destination weddings Too! This might be old news but Andrews Photography did win Twin Cities Wedding Photographer of the year!

Photo of "rare cone insertion ritual"

Rod Andrew Wilson
Owner/ Photographer
www.Andrews-Photography.com
2668 Brand Ave East
Maple Wood MN 55119

651-292-9242
rod@andrews-photography.com

rwphoto@earthlink.net

My business continues to grow by referrals from friends, family and customers like you!

Thank you for recommending me!

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Fun E-Session Mike and Allie, Andrews Photography, MN

2010-04-17T06:26:00.000-07:00

Fun E-Session Allie and Mike,
Location; The Town of StillWater MN, by the old Zepher. They said Minnesota Twins Jerseys and Andrews Photography thought hey the Zepher has the same colors might make a nice background. They also wanted train tracks in the photos. Fun Couple cute little dog too.

Have fun watching the video.

Rod Andrew Wilson
Owner/ Photographer
www.Andrews-Photography.com
2668 Brand Ave East
Maple Wood MN 55119

651-292-9242
Rod@andrews-photography.com

My business continues to grow by referrals from friends, family and customers like you!

Thank you for recommending me!

Wedding at Cathedral in Saint Paul MN, Andrews-Photography, Chad and Jess

2010-04-14T11:58:00.000-07:00

Wedding at the Cathedral in Saint Paul MN, Thats the big building near the state capital.

Andrews-Photography, Thanks to Chad and Jess for letting me document their day. What a wonderful day sun was out and it was warm to boot. Ceremony at the Cathedral in Saint Paul and Reception at O'Garas Bar on Snelling. Good food nice people if you are thinking of a small venue think of O'Garas.

Here is the video for all you folks waiting on the private website to be completed in a few days.

Andrews Photography
Rod Andrew
651.292.9242
rod@andrews-photography.com
2668 Brand Ave East
Maple Wood MN 55119

Cathedral of Saint Paul
239 Selby Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55102

Phone: 651.228.1766
Fax: 651.228.9942

The Cathedral is open seven days a week for visitors, guests, and parishioners. Sunday - Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

All professional photographers and videographers should review our Photography Guidelines. Contact the Director of Operations at 651.357.1332 with any questions.

Nick and Laura's Fun E-Session, Union Depot Saint Paul, MN

2010-03-16T18:19:00.000-07:00

Andrews Photography had a chance to meet and get to know Nick and Laura a future bride and groom. Sept 18th 2010 is booked sorry folks. A wonderful couple who likes to kid around and have a good time.

Andrews Photography used the Union Depot in Saint Paul for the background and meeting place to do the Fun E-Session. What a wonderful place, unfortunately the restaurant Christos was closed. They were looking forward to eating lunch at the famous location after the shoot. Here is a bit more about the union and Christos.

CHRISTOS UNION DEPOT
Christos Union Depot Place, with the beautifully preserved, neo-classical grandeur of the historic train station, is a perfect venue for wedding receptions, Broad columns greet you at the portico; Ionic columns flank the stunning Great Hall; fifty foot ceilings with wrought iron chandeliers and a marble dance floor add to the timeless elegance of the space. Add Christos’ wonderful food, and there is no doubt: This is where you want to have your reception. Ask for Georgia at 651-224-6000, or email Georgia@Christos.com

The Saint Paul Union Depot (sometimes referred to as SPUD) was the main train station in the city of Saint Paul, Minnesota until passenger rail service in the region was restructured in the 1970s, with Amtrak taking over most passenger service in the United States. In 1971, Amtrak moved its rail service for the Twin Cities to the Great Northern Station in Minneapolis, and in 1978 opened the new Midway Station about halfway between the downtown's of Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Thanks to both of you and Congratulations on the big day.

St. Paul Union Depot.
214 E 4th St
Saint Paul, MN 55101

Rod Andrew Wilson
Owner/ Photographer
www.Andrews-Photography.com
2668 Brand Ave East
Maple Wood MN 55119

651-292-9242
rod@andrews-photography.com

Historical Court House in Still Water, Wedding Doug and Jamie, Andrews Photography

2010-01-24T06:12:00.001-08:00

Wow what a wonderful day. Winter weddings are always a bit of luck and good planning. Thank the lord we had good traveling weather for Doug and Jamies wedding.

The ceremony was at the Historical Court House in Still Water. The reception was in Wisconsin at the R&D Banquet and Catering.

The Historical Court House is one of our favorite spots to document a wedding. The venue seems small but if you hire a photographer that can handle the angles right, you can make it seem like a grand space. Donna and the staff have changed the location of the dressing room for the ladies. The new changing area is in the side room by the small entrance, a good fit. This left the mirror room with the small stairs nice and clean for romantic photos. Kudos To the staff at the Historical Court House.

At first glance, the reception at the R&D Banquet and Catering looked to be a bit shaky. Think new large box building, the front has nothing to look at but the inside layout and decor is top notch. With sage green walls that just happened to be the same accent color the bride picked out, what luck. Large ceilings and a nice box shaped room so everyone had a great view of the toasting. Large dance floor with a stage for the DJ. The bar was a separate room were they had just enough space to place the buffet. Andrews Photography believes in a separate room for the buffet, keeps the dinner room nice and free flowing. Who wants to drop food on the dance floor right? Jamie and Doug did a cool thing, the rise of a new trend. They opted for a simple pasta meal, one with white sauce and the other penne with red sauce. Paired it with fruit and large salad selections, it was a hit. They saved big, real big! With the savings on the food. They could spent the extra money on the photographs and fine art album. This was on the top of their list, a must have. You only get one shot at covering a wedding so get the best you can afford in the way of photo coverage.

Cake, we will not get into this much. We tell all our brides the same thing, when you order your flowers and cake you may not like what you see the day of. Please dont let the little imperfections ruin your day. Jamie had a nice photo of a cake from a magazine that she wanted reproduced. The baker didnt nail the cake presentation but came close, presentation was off but the cake tasted fantastic.

Jamie and Doug thanks for going outside for a few photos and the fun we had at the bar. Great idea about the leg warmers your brides maids looked fantastic. We cant wait to document Your maid of honors wedding next year. Go Kelly!

News for Andrews-Photography. We won the Wedding Photographer of the year from Twin Cities Professional Photographers of America, "TCPPA". The photo organization has been around for 20+ years and helped raise more than $9,600.00 for Operation Smile. Membership hovers around 300 and boasts some of the best photo speakers. Andrews Photography has a chance every month to get tips and training from some of the top photographers in the world. This has impacted Andrews Photography in so many ways. Being able to get fresh ideas and stay on the cutting edge of what we can bring to our brides. Each month we grow and learn something new. We are able to stay nimble and refine our approach to life and the relationship between bride, groom and photographer.

This Month Rod Andrew Wilson will finally be getting his award from Professional Photographers of America for The Silver Wedding Photographer of the year. You can read about this award and the Canon Par Excellent award he won in 2008 in past blogs. Way to go Rod!

Enjoy the photos of Doug and Jamie, we had a blast taking them and wish them the very best.

Andrews Photography
Rod Andrew Wilson
Owner /Photographer
2668 Brand Ave East
Maple Wood MN 55119
651.292.9242
rwphoto@earthlink.net
Soon to be Rod@Andrews-Photography.com

By appointment

StillWater Historical Court House,
Contact is Donna
101 West Pine Street
StillWater MN55082

R&D Banquet and Catering
1490 131st Street
New Richmond WI 54017

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Fun E-Session thats a Engagement Session to everyone still living in the 90's

2009-12-23T06:18:00.000-08:00

Andrews Photography had the chance to document Shawn and Salinas Love. We planned a nice day out in the snow for them. Thank the lord it was December and we had snow. These two love to get out in the white stuff. Salina you could have worn your boots though, her feet did get cold but she was a real lets get it done kind of gal. Location Saint Paul Very unusual blue car wash. You defiantly don't see them around anymore, it fit perfectly with there love of cars and the color was coolio too. Location two was near Mears park in lower town by the River. Rusty pillars and hey on a Sunday plenty of room down their. Snow fight was just past the over hang in location two. Wow those two are in love and they know how to have fun. Thanks for the nice letter to Salina you are so thoughtful! We love you too and cant wait to shoot your wedding on May 1st.

Here is her letter she said it was ok to share it with everyone thanks again Salina and Shawn.. Stay tuned I have to get there proposal photos up here any day.

So here's our story, we orginally already had a photographer booked, and shot our engagement photos, but when we got them back they weren't exactly what we were picturing.

We didn't have much time to find a new photographer, so I immediately hopped on the internet and started searching for Twin Cities photographers and here it is... I found Andrews-Photography.com, which was such an awesome thing. Because I fell in-love with his work right away and knew we had to have him. It was the kind of work that you could look at and never get bored of.

This might be kind of embarrassing but I can recall a couple times where I would be at work and need to log onto his website. A Andrews Photography fix so to speak and just look at all the work he's done over and over again. Call it weird but I can't stress it enough that our engagement and wedding photos are ones that we want to look back on and say... Yes! This is how much we love each-other and you could just see it in the pictures.

When I first spoke to Rod over the phone, He kind of estimated the price and my jaws dropped. I was kind of worry that we wouldn't be able to have him shoot for us because he is kind of pricey and our wedding alone is very expensive. After talking for about 8-10 times over the phone, he told me not to worry and let's just go ahead and set a time and date to meet, so we did.

With the worries of I might not being able to get him, we still went with an open mind. He was very professional, Rod had alot of wonderful information, and made everything so comfortable. We were able to find a price that we were comfortable with, but still kind of high up there. So he told us to take time and talk to our parents, which we did and they thought we were out of our minds crazy. Then we told them that we saw his work actually in person and we fell in-love even more. We were able to convince them that it was really what we wanted. What do you really end up keeping after the wedding but the photos right? That Night we called Rod and booked him for our date.

We also picked a date to shoot our Engagement photos. Funny thing, I was stressing over what to wear for our session. Rod to the rescue! Rods recommendation on what colors we might be able to wear for our Fun E-Session. He had alot of great ideas too on were to photograph us, Shawn is into cars his happens to be orange and Rod knew of a great spot on West 7th, a self service blue old car wash place. This was our first stop the second scene was a old rusted bunch of pillars on Kellogg. When we showed up at our session, we got right to business. Rod was very good at explaining poses, lighting, and directing for us. He made us feel very comfortable and we were able to actually be ourselves. He let us review some of the shots and we can honestly say that we loved every one of them. During our session, there was not a moment where we were never laughing or smiling. We even got to throw some snow at each other. I think if it wasn't for my choice in foot wear we would have been out there having fun all day. I think about what we would have missed if we would have stayed with the other photographer. My recommendation hire Andrews Photography a professional to document your day.

We would like to thank you again Rod, for doing such a wonderful job and being flexible with us. We look forward to having you for our wedding and referring you to our friends and families!

Shawn Reger and Salina You

Rod Wilson
2668 Brand Ave East
Maple Wood MN 55119
651.292.9242
rwphoto@earthlink.net

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Andrews Photography takes down Top Award, Wedding Photographer of the year 2009

2009-12-19T15:58:00.000-08:00

The Twin Cities Professional Photographers Association, presented Rod Andrew Wilson. Of Andrews Photography with this years Wedding Photographer of the Year Award. Rod entered 4 prints from past weddings and each print received a merit, a 81-87 out of a 100.Andrews Photography picked through many weddings and images. The four he choose were based on the 12 points of a merit.

Rod also received the Top wedding Image Award for 'The Bridal Party" The Bridal Party scored a nice 87 out of a 100. Thanks Jen and Eric for having such a wonderful day to document.

Each Month TCPPA gave out a word and The photographers in the group had to come up with there best rendition of the word. Everyone in the group then saw the image the next month and voted on there favorite image. Rod only entered 9 months but came away with the top award, The runners up were Rod Oman and Rod Radke. See any correlation in what makes a winning photographer? Hire a "Rod" for your shoot and you will not go wrong!

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Alaina H.S. Senior, Photographer In {Minneapolis} Saint Paul

2009-11-19T10:33:00.000-08:00

Andrews Photography had the chance to photograph Alaina a H.S. Senior From North High in Saint Paul MN. We did a cool session in the studio and then took a walk around downtown Saint Paul to some really fun locations. The day turned out to be sunny for November. Thanks for the small things, like temps above 40 degrees.

What a H.S. Senior brings in terms of attitude is the key here. She had some of her best photos just by adding her smile and winning attitude. Alaina thanks for preparing before the shoot and by just being yourself in front of the camera.

We did a bit of a dreamscape image at the end and it turned into one of my favorites.

Looking for H.S. Senior Photos? Kids of 2010 and 2011 call now and find out how to be a Model for our studio. Get free sittings and prints before your friends!

Rod Andrew
300 Broadway #301
Saint Paul, MN 55101

651.292.9242
Andrews-Photography.com

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Wear the Dress with a twist, Andrews Photography and the power of fall colors

2009-11-01T04:47:00.000-08:00

Andrews Photography "After-Sessions" "Wear the Dress" "Trash the Dress" New trend's in the wedding market.

After Session have been big this year especially with the weather being so unpredictable. Your wedding day is still the same day, brides, try to do your all your formals before the ceremony. Then enjoy your day as it should be with your guests. After Sessions have saved many wedding dreams. Brides think about it if you want a cool location across town and you just didn't have the time on your wedding day. Plan a After-Session with your photographer for the ultimate experience. We add a After Session or Wear the dress session for free to any bridal package ordered in 2009 or 2010. That's pretty cool a $1500.00 Savings. After-Sessions run about 1-2 hours and help expand your dream day. You can wear your hair the same way as your wedding day or maybe change it up. After-Sessions are usually based on photos taken like landscapes. Brides think of a beautiful landscape then add you and your guy in it. Award winning image to say the least.

Andrews Photography had the chance to photograph Sarah and Rio. A couple planning there wedding for the future. She got very excited and wanted to see herself in her dress early, We would call this a "Formal Bridal Session". Rio the groom to be was nervous, he never gets his photo taken that often. He did really well though for a guy that does not like his photo being taken.

Sarah asked if Andrews Photography had any cool concept ideas for a After Session kind of look. We came up with the bride of 2000 cleaning and wearing her wedding dress. The fall colors on Grand Ave were kicking like crazy. So we went outside for a few cha-cha photos and a bridal reflection.

On a different note I think well start to seeing more non traditional gowns and weddings in 2011. Example, Most Russian Brides choose to wear a deep red dress, Some Euro Brides have been going to Royal blue with white and silver accents. Caribean bound brides try off white, creams, Ivory or pale pinks and blues.

"Live your Dream", Rod Wilson

Andrews-Photography.com
Rod Andrew
651.292.9242
rwphoto@earthlink.net

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Popping the question, Will you marry me

2009-10-23T06:47:00.000-07:00

If you know of anyone going to pop the question, "of marriage""Asking will you marry me". Tell them Andrews Photography will do coverage of the asking of the question for free. This is a new service and trend in the wedding photography business. Andrews-Photography gets the details of the event from the groom to be and stays hidden during the asking. We snap photos of the event as it unfolds and provide for the couple a private website to view the images. The couples we have taken photos of, have loved the service. We understand not everyone feels that their precious moments need to be captured for later enjoyment. That taken in to account! We run into more woman that say wow I wish he would have done that for us!

We enjoy being double O Seven for a hour or two.

All the best,

Rod Andrew Wilson
651.292.9242
rwphoto@earthlink.net

Album Design for Weddings

2009-09-28T19:49:00.000-07:00

Andrews Photography Shows a before and after of one image that we are preparing for a clients wedding album. Hope you enjoy the image and stay tuned for a few of the final pages. This was a fantastic wedding in Alexandria and I hear the florist is up for a award in the Knotwedding. Wish I had time to enter but I have to get back at the album. Thanks for dropping by to take a look at our award winning work. Oh Andrews Photography did win Silver Wedding Photographer of the year at PPA. Its kind of nice to know your peers think highly of our work.You can see the whole wedding in the commercial client area in our website. Password is codykatrina

Fun E-Session, Andrews Photography on the bluffs in MN

2009-09-28T17:40:00.000-07:00

Andrews-Photography had the opportunity to Photograph a cute couple on the bluffs in MN. Jenny and Adam wanted something fun and romantic. Andrews Photography delivers with some fantastic sunset images of the couple. Please see the videos of the two of them reviewing the photos and talking about their experience. We had alot of fun cant wait to document their wedding day.

Andrews-Photography
300 Broadway #301
Saint Paul MN 55101
651.292.9242

Album Layouts for Wade at Woodlane Flowers

2009-09-10T07:54:00.000-07:00

These were a few of the past brides at Woodlane Flowers. Wade was kind enough to order a album to show off some of their past work and the brides Andrews Photography photographed. Great brides and wonderful arrangements. Andrews Photography highly recommends Woodlaneflowers for any floral arrangements. Located in Woodbury and easy to find too.

Andrews Photography always glad to help out another bridal vendor make his or her product the best it can be. It takes a winning team to keep today's bride happy. Wouldn't you want your wedding day to be bump free?

Call us today
Andrews Photography
300 Broadway #301
Saint Paul, MN 55101
651.292.9242

WoodlaneFlowers
Wade Anderson
1536 Woodlane Drive
Woodbury, MN 55125
woodlaneflowers.com
651.738.1029

Wedding Photo Merge, Andrews Photography

2009-08-04T19:15:00.000-07:00

Wedding photo Merge, I can t Wait to find large open spaces and fill them with cool one of a kind events. Here is a little taste of things to come. We did this at a wedding while waiting for the flowers yet again. Florists please bring those flowers on time. Tick tock times a wasting. Well enough of that here is Mike hanging with his guys. check out his full wedding day here password is Miketeresa. Thanks you Mike and Teresa what a unbelievable wonderful day. We always do a Opra secret layout wish list for the wedding couple. The wedding was in July outside, think hot humid melting. We wanted 78 degrees partly cloudy with a slight breeze. Wow and we got it, this must be the 20th wedding that it has worked on.

Thanks Nyssa for watching Opra, Thanks Opra for bringing Americas IQ up a notch.

Bridal Boudoir Session, Andrews Photography

2009-08-02T10:07:00.000-07:00

Looking for a Bridal Boudoir Photo Session? As a wedding gift, bridal boudoir photography is growing in popularity. Fun beautiful, alluring, dramatic, sexy and sensual images of yourself, that’s the goal of your bridal boudoir photography session. This gift will make him stop in his tracks, there aren’t many other gifts that have the ability to do that.

Do you need the perfect body?

The answer is a resounding “NO”. You don’t need “the perfect body” to look stunning in your pictures. The idea is to look sexy and alluring. The Andrews Photography's job is to accentuate your best features, help build your confidence, make you feel beautiful, pose you in the most beautiful light possible. Chances are your guy already loves you the way you are right now, so don’t put off booking your session. When combined with creative retouching and air brushing, you are assured of looking your best.

It's your photo shoot, you are in control. We can shoot for demure, romantic, risqué from implied nude to nudity, whatever you feel suits you. You can dress up in whatever you feel most comfortable in, from your fiancé’s favorite shirt or football jersey, lingerie to being draped in luscious fabrics to create the illusion of nudity.

The final product: A sexy gift just for yourself or maybe for him too. See our beautifully bound custom designed books for that special gift to give to him on your wedding day.

Check out Sarah's photo session the confidence shows! Thanks Sarah for coming up with the concept and trusting in us to get the image you wanted. See her full shoot here, password is fashion2.In studio, location, or destination well find what works for you. Any Boudoir Fashion session free with wedding package purchase in 2010. A $500.00 value just for you.

website to view complete shoot www.sendtoprint.net password is fashion2

Andrews Photography

300 Broadway

Saint Paul

MN, 55101

651.292.9242

rwphoto@earthlink.net

Free Proposals, ideas and what not to do, Andrews Photography

2009-07-31T15:14:00.000-07:00

Guys, Bring the brains out of the closet for just a minute brush them off and listen.

Proposals, ideas and what not to do, Andrews Photography with a little insight to popping the question. Guys hope you get a chance to read this first. Call us we can help 651.292.9242. OK, so your going to ask her and you had a mind fart. You had a idea and you think its a good one. If it isn't tied to a happy memory that you both did before, its going to fizzle. You want that cool story and some sizzle. You want her head to spin and everyone saying oh wow he did that and he went to Jared too. Try thinking when she was the happiest with you. OK not in bed,get your mind out of the gutter. Bed is the worst place to pop the question, second worst is on Christmas thats Santas day. How about when you saw a play together. The one you didn't want to see, or a favorite restaurant or famous park. Then pick a day and time that gives her a warm and happy smile, stay away from mondays, her bose will hate you she will not do any work that week. Either will her co workers. Don't pick 2-3:30 that's when the body starts to shut down for the day and you need a pick me up. Note try coffee it works on the body and mind. Dont do it on facebook or myspace. Oh you might need a cool photo of the event there buddy to post to those social sites.

Did I mention hire a photographer to do that very thing. One with intuition and a long lens to document the moment as it unfolds. Someone that can blend in, and knows what they are doing! that's us Andrews Photography. Fast lens, full sensor cameras, high iso, cutting edge angles. Epic coverage of the moment as it runs its course. She will not have another moment like this in till she gives birth. The ring is like a baby, she has been dreaming about this for years. Your not going to let her down, I know it, your a good guy. Document the moment it clicks.

Andrews Photography is documenting Proposals for free in 2009 act fast limited dates left. Count them 3 yes 3 left. We love doing them it makes our photographers feel like James bond.

Andrews Photography located in Saint Paul MN, for this offer we will travel to Minneapolis too. In a burb thats ok, well work something out. value is $500.00, yes its free well follow you around for an hour and watch you sweat. Well get the photo you get the girl, nice job took you long enough.

What not to do, wait any longer and call us today. Dont have a clue? call us well help you though it.

Chris and lauras wedding, Andrews Photography

2009-07-12T11:29:00.000-07:00

Andrews Photography, Thanks to Chris and Laura for booking me for their wedding. They found me through one of my last weddings Adrienne and Paul who found me through Sam and Melissa.If you would like to see their full wedding click here the password is Chrislaura.

This couple was alot of fun they had a nice clear idea of what they wanted and we did more than we ever planned on from the site visit. Thanks in part to their families showing up on time and just a fun crazy wedding party. A few of their memories from the wedding dance. A thank you video from them.

Photos by
Rod Andrew,Andrews Photography, rwphoto@earthlink.net, 651.292.9242

flowers By
Wade, Woodlane Flowers,woodlaneflowers.com,651.738.1029

Ceremony Site
Faith United Methodist, 651.457.5686

Reception Site
Ideal Hall, 1494 dale Street,Saint Paul,

Andrews Photography, wedding photographer near st Paul, twin cities, Rod, Wilson, near Eagan.

New Prices in effect for 2010, Andrews Photography

2009-07-11T09:55:00.000-07:00

Andrews Photography will be implementing The new price structure in August for 2010 if you haven't signed your contract or sat down with Rod yet to book your 2010 wedding do it before August 24 th 2009.

New equipment to make you look even better. We recently purchased the 80-200mm nikon zoom. Oh Boy is this thing heaven. Here is an example of my beautiful girlfriend Nyssa.
Nikon 80-200mm ED 2.8 Lens. Magnificent lens with surreal qualities at 2.8. See more examples from chris and Lauras wedding password is chrislaura. thanks for stopping by please check out the website for more fantastic images from Andrews Photography

Wear the dress/Trash the dress, Brides that want something different

2009-07-11T09:45:00.000-07:00

Tattooed Bride, Andrews Photography, Looking for something different, How about doing a studio shoot in your dress the week before the wedding. Finaly a chance to try that hairstyle out and get some fantastic photos too. Use your backup bouquet or have a stand in from your florist. Many florists will provide for free or a small charge a set of flowers for you to use if they get some images to use for there website. Have fun with your session and just think now you have one part of your day done and it isn't even your wedding day yet. More you can get done the days before your big day the better. Think of the cool locations you might want to visit that you wouldn't be able to get to on your wedding day. Expand your dream day. wear the dress and use it in a fun way. Final you can sit or roll around in the grass without feeling like your cheating on your dress. Check out the boots Way to go Shaena! Nothing is stopping this girl. Interesting bride, cool locations, fun Photos for all time. Here is one of the shots in front of the Cirue Du Soleil, Kooza in Saint paul MN.

Makeup
Stacey Wechsler
Staceykelly217@gmail.com

Hair
Adrienne Tousignant
Adrienne37@comcast.net

Photos
Rod Andrew Wilson
Andrews-Photography.com
Rwphoto@earthlink.net
651.292.9242

Florist for wedding
Woodlane flowers
woodlaneflowers.com
651-738-1029

Tattooed brides, wild weddings, Photographer, MN wedding, Alternative views, out of the box,Kooza, Cirque Du Soleil

Chicago destination wedding, Andrews Photography, Blackstone Hotel

2009-07-08T05:31:00.000-07:00

Andrews photography snaps a cool shot. We do 180 degree interior shots for commercial work and now for weddings. This was taken in the lobby of the Blackstone Hotel in Chicago. The wedding party is just hanging out while the rain tapers off. Next stop the Silver Bean sculpture in Millennium park. View thier whole wedding, password is tonichristina. Thanks to both of you for waiting on the rain.

Steve Sedar, Ricky Cano
The BlackStone, A renaissance Hotel in Chicago
312-542-3410

Sandra
Alberto's, bridal
708-425-4971

Terry Rothamer "He Rocks"
Chicago Zoological Society, The Zoo at Brookfield
708-688-8257

Chicago Blues
Stretch Limousine inc.
1-866-425-0976

Deirdre Sheahan
Chicago Trolley co. and Chicago Double Decker
1-773-648.5000

Michael, with Martini Manifesto
Jazz and Retro Music
773-415-7129

Martini Manifesto,Chicago Trolley co. and Chicago Double Decker,Chicago Zoological Society, The Zoo at Brookfield, andrews photography,destination weddings, mn, The BlackStone, A renaissance Hotel in Chicago, jazz bands,Alberto's, bridal, wrigley,baseball

Destination wedding, Chicago, Video clip

2009-06-25T15:17:00.000-07:00

Andrews Photography grabs a quick video of the bride and groom in there limo on the way to the Brookfield Zoo in Chicago.

A few of the vendors that helped the bride and groom have a great day.

Steve Sedar, Ricky Cano
The BlackStone, A renaissance Hotel in Chicago
312-542-3410

Sandra
Alberto's, bridal
708-425-4971

Terry Rothamer "He Rocks"
Chicago Zoological Society, The Zoo at Brookfield
708-688-8257

Chicago Blues
Stretch Limousine inc.
1-866-425-0976

Deirdre Sheahan
Chicago Trolley co. and Chicago Double Decker
1-773-648.5000

Michael, with Martini Manifesto
Jazz and Retro Music
773-415-7129

Martini Manifesto,Chicago Trolley co. and Chicago Double Decker,Chicago Zoological Society, The Zoo at Brookfield, andrews photography,destination weddings, mn, The BlackStone, A renaissance Hotel in Chicago, jazz bands,Alberto's, bridal, wrigley,baseball

Christina and Toni's, Destintation wedding, Chicago

2009-06-21T05:25:00.000-07:00

Andrews Photography takes flight to cover a destination wedding in Chicago. Christina and Toni's destination wedding in Chicago was a blast. I don't think I will be able to blog just one time for this wedding. Way to much going on, the bride never stopped and either did we. Check out one of the small video clips we did. The groom was caught taking a quick nap in the limo.

Andrews Photography takes flight to cover a destination wedding in Chicago. Christina and Toni's destination wedding in Chicago was a blast. I don't think I will be able to blog just one time for this wedding. Way to much going on, the bride never stopped and either did we. Check out one of the small video clips we did. The groom was caught taking a quick nap in the limo.

17th of June the day before the wedding. Andrews Photography flew down on Southwest Airlines. The flight was fantastic the employees, definitely funny. Our checked luggage made it too, way to go ground crew. Smaller terminal equals less loss, we loved them thanks Southwest?

That morning we met up with Christina and Toni at there Flat in Oak Park. We went over the site locations and all the hot spots she wanted to get to on the 18th. Planning is always good considering it was going to rain on her wedding day. I put in a quick prayer to the big guy in the sky, asking for a few hours of sun.This usually works in most cases, we have had only 3 weddings in the course of 16 years rained out.

Christina also took us to the bridal shop to pick up her dress "Alberto's on 95th street in Evergreen Park" great service. Off to lunch and a few quick last minute items we were headed down town for check in at the regal BlackStone Hotel. Nice place lots of charm and a really cool gold couch in the lobby. The staff, 5 stars way to go folks for all the great service.
We had a few hours to scout around the hotel for possible cool cityscape's and found one that would work for her light rail photo "The Loop". Next it was on to the Silver Bean Sculpture in Millennium park. This is the same park were presidential candidate Mr. Obama gave his speech while he was in Chicago. Our Staff was impressed with the band shell it was quite a marvel. Many clicks later and with cool ideas in the brain we were off for dinner at the Thai Spoon. Want to see Toni and Christina's day click here and use this password Tonichristina.

Thanks to,
Christina and Toni for booking us to document there day, glad we could help

Steve Sedar, Ricky Cano
The BlackStone, A renaissance Hotel in Chicago
312-542-3410

Sandra
Alberto's, bridal
708-425-4971

Terry Rothamer "He Rocks"
Chicago Zoological Society, The Zoo at Brookfield
708-688-8257

Chicago Blues
Stretch Limousine inc.
1-866-425-0976

Deirdre Sheahan
Chicago Trolley co. and Chicago Double Decker
1-773-648.5000

Michael, with Martini Manifesto
Jazz and Retro Music
773-415-7129

Martini Manifesto,Chicago Trolley co. and Chicago Double Decker,Chicago Zoological Society, The Zoo at Brookfield, andrews photography,destination weddings, mn, The BlackStone, A renaissance Hotel in Chicago, jazz bands,Alberto's, bridal, wrigley,baseball

Video Andrews Photography, Fun E -Session in Alexandria MN

2009-05-09T14:46:00.000-07:00

Video of our work a Fun E -Session in Alexandria MN, Thanks Cody Katrina for being fun and yourselves. Ethan way to go again thanks for hanging in there while the mooshy kissing was going on.

Engagement Signature lay flat book, Andrews Photography

2009-05-07T05:46:00.000-07:00

Andrews Photography has been looking high and low for a cool solution for our brides, The Engagement Signature lay flat book.

Long live the signature frame but if you are looking for something cool and unique. Well this product just might be for you. Ten pages to sign on and the book is expandable to twenty pages. Wrap around photo cover at no extra charge. You can use metallic ink or just a plain Sharpe to make your mark. When your wedding counts and you could stand to be original, call us for your coverage today. 651.292.9242

We are located near Eagan and Woodbury in St Paul lower town. The Artist Community

Rod Wilson Excepting Canon Par Excellent Award

2009-04-30T05:30:00.000-07:00

Rod Wilson Excepting Canon Par Excellent Award

Final got the official photos from NLPPA convention. Were Rod Wilson won the Canon Par Excellent Award. Here he is excepting the Court of Honors Award, Canon Award and the Canon Camera.
Rod is currently working on some new lighting techniques to augment his already unique wedding style. Stay tuned for these amazing images.

Don't forget Andrews Photography will cover for free your proposals in 2009. Popping the question couldn't be easier with some help from Rod. Would you like to see what Maurice did? his coverage can be found here password is proposal.

Corey Cook set this model shoot up for his soon to be fiancee Carley. He wanted to capture the moment on film when he presented her the ring. Corey said,' It was so hard trying to keep this secret and she wanted to talk about marriage all week and I was just like oh god I cant wait to surprise her during the shoot at Andrews Photography". "I had to hide the check book for two months so she wouldn't see the amount I took out and question me about it". "It is so hard to surprise her she knows everything and I just wanted to get it on film".

We have done this in the past for a few friends who were popping the question and it went really well. Lady if your reading this right now and you do not have that ring yet. Send your man to this blog and get him started. We have some pretty cool ideas he can steal too. Think profound moment! This isn't for everyone just the ones that really want that photo journalistic realism.

Boy friends get in gear and hire your own paparazzi to snap those really cool moments. We charge a flat rate of $400.00 and will travel within the twin cities to get the shot. Usual time is around 1-1.5 hours of coverage depending on how nervous you are. Call us today 651.292.9242 coverage in 2009 is free act fast spots are filling up.

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Canon, Par Excellence Award Northern Lights, mnppa, 2009

2009-04-22T20:07:00.000-07:00

So you may have heard Rod Andrew Wilson entered NLPPA or Northern Lights Professional Photographers Association, Photo competition.

They called him on Sunday and asked if He was available to except an award at the Lu out banquet on Tuesday a casual affair this year note the no Tux, just tee shirt and flowers. Long story short He drove up to breezy point and picked up his new award "Canon's par excellence Award" He received a nice pin, glass trophy and a New Canon 5D MarkII camera with a 85mm lens. Thanks goes out to Ed Meyers with canon, what a really nice guy! buy a camera today his email emeyers@cusa.canon.com

Wow! OK so the award is not always given out it has to be earned in a unique way. Most photographers enter 4 prints for competition in hopes of receiving a perfect score of 100 out of 100 for each print. Most prints score well into the 70's, hey were professionals. To receive this award all 4 prints must score above 80. Three individuals qualified for the award out of nearly a 100 entries from the three states. North Dakota, South Dakota and Minnesota being the three states in Northern Lights.

The winner is not always the highest print case total. The judges choose just one lucky person they feel as met the requirements of excellence. We have the video, not the greatest quality but pretty fun to watch.

Thanks to everyone for supporting Rod Andrew Wilson through the years!

Rod is very happy to be the 2009 winner of the Canon, Par Excellence Award Northern Lights, mnppa. He says "he couldn't have done it without the help of TCPPA and the great speakers they have had over the years". This being his first NLPPA competition, He found if fun and exciting. He encourage's everyone to enter at least once in there life time. The next step for Rod will be to enter in the 2009 PPA print competition. He will be awarded A bronze medallion for meriting 4 prints out of 4. If any of his prints make it into the loan collection He may receive a silver or gold.

Anyone at the convention get a better video? Please send it his way rwphoto@earthlink.net or call Rod @ 651.292.9242
Rod is currently Owner and Photographer of Andrews Photography in Saint paul.

Fun E-session, Andrews Photography in Alexandria MN

2009-04-20T20:20:00.000-07:00

Cody and katrinas Fun E-session, Andrews Photography in Alexandria MN. We were in Katrinas dad was along to get the dog to look left and right. Way to go Bill couldn't have Alex over the weekend checking out the vineyard "Carlos Creek" for a wedding in August. Wow cant wait for this wedding. Wine barrels, vines, old trees, rolling hills, Beautiful bride and Mr. casual groom. These are just a few of the photos we took during our short stay. Bill, done it without you. When we do site visits we are trying to find out what the grounds or location will give us. When we arrive on the wedding day well determine if plan A is the way to go or do we modify the locations for family, bridal party, romantics. Was it worth driving 369 miles to see a vineyard, not in bloom. We believe so. A little effort to make the bride and groom comfortable and to see her dream first hand is gold. Plus its always nice to get to know our brides and grooms just a bit better before the big day. See there complete Fun E-Session here password is Codykatrina.

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gallery wraps, Photographer Eagan

2009-03-28T05:43:00.000-07:00

Andrews Photography a photographer near Eagan MN. We do all sorts of photography, H.S. seniors, families, weddings, Quinceanera, sweet15,sweet 16 parties, events,and corporate heads shots just to name a few. One of the products that can be used for any sort of photography is the gallery wrap. Here are a few points of the product.

What is a gallery wrapped canvas?

It is a high quality print on artist canvas.

The canvas is stretched over custom made wood supports.

It is available in any size.

Its depth is 1.5" or 2.5"

What's so cool about gallery-wrapped canvases?

These images stand out boldly without the distraction of a frame

They appear to "float" on your wall.

You don't need a frame for stability; the structure is inside the art.

Here is an example of a before destination wedding image and an after destination wedding wrap. The third image demonstrates use of adding a background so the grooms head will not be wrapped around the frame. With a few artistic embellishments any photo can be used as a Gallery wrap. Andrews Photography spends time making sure any portrait we take looks good on your wall.

Note this High School Senior Photo we did for Nicole she looks every part the model. Braving freezing temperatures in lower town Saint Paul to get this shot.
Thanks Nicole for being a trooper!

Login Cards weddings in Eagan, Andrews Photography

2009-03-13T08:52:00.000-07:00

Here is a example of our Destintation wedding login card. We provide this login card to help your guests navigate the web to your fantastic photos. Nothing is harder than getting your friends and family to your photos. Andrews photography provides this service to all weddings we do. If we can't place a wedding photo in the login card we will use a photo from your Fun E-Session. Andrews Photography had so much fun with Corey and Carley, we wish you both well in your new life together. Thanks also to all your family we met while in Vegas. They really made us feel welcome.

Dont forget if he has not popped the question, let him know we do proposal coverage for free in 2009. The new trend to capture all of lifes precious moments!

Andrews Photography, Wedding Tip, getting more out of your day what to expect

2009-03-11T07:20:00.000-07:00

WEDDING TIP OF THE DAY

Drawing on our 20 years experience in the wedding business as a photographer and wedding planner. We will try and inform you about what a wedding can be like. Think of the wedding day as a three ring circus, mind you a really wonderful three ring circus.

The groom. He is the ring master, this is his time to show the other side of the family that he can run the show keep things together. He doesn't necessarily do anything during the day but delegate, if the need arises. His other job is to be around the bride so the photographer can get those really cool candid photos of him interacting with his love.

The bride. Her only job is to make sure her dress was fitted properly and she's on time. She will be aglow, a site to behold, a goddess, a vision in white, a dream come true. You get the picture. Believe me she will have great photos!

The parents. They just want to reconnect with there families and show off those wonderful kids of theirs. Mom wants the formal photos but she really wants to make sure that the guests are happy and that this wedding was better than cousin Margie's last year, their cousin took the photos and lets just say it wasn't pretty, think, "kid in a lion cage" clean up in the center ring. Father of the bride just wants to get out of this situation without getting a second mortgage.

Weddings are a time of celebration and a coming together of two families, don't spend your time after the ceremony, that's if you can taking the formals. Spend your time after doing something fun with the bridal party or mingling with your guests. If you dont want to see the groom before hand think of doing this instead. Take 15 minutes at the beginning of the day and do a first encounter were the bride walks in to the groom in a private area. It will be close to the same experience as the isle. This gives them the time to connect before the day gets started. Makes for great photojournalist romantics of the bride and groom too. Now a third of your wedding day just became available for fun.

When the popcorn has been eaten and the clowns have stolen away, remember the only lasting memories will be your photos. Invest wisely.

Thank you video from Corey and Carley

2009-03-02T11:56:00.000-08:00

Corey and Carley, takes a minute to thank Andrews Photography. It was a perfect day for shooting in Vegas and we had just wrapped up the romantics at the Venetian. Corey thought it would be a good time to do a little video clip while waiting for the cross walk. You can see there complete wedding day photos, there password is CoreyCarleyvegas. Thanks again you two, for booking Andrews Photography to cover your day.

Fun E session Vegas Neon bone yard, Andrews Photography

2009-03-02T05:59:00.000-08:00

This couple knows how to live life. If you have been following my blog you will have remembered Corey and Carley. Corey was the one who popped the question during a photo shoot at my studio. Carely opted to wear a black dress while in Vegas at the Neon Museum. The Neon Museum has all the old Vegas signs in a lot north of the down town district. They also fix up some of the signs to there rightfull glory. The lot is nothing but gravel and dust, bring something to drink. You might want to go to the bathroom too before showing up, they don't have any running water. Think backyard lot, add 2 bums and a bit of stink and you got it. Corey and Carley had a blast though. Its nice when you have a couple that has a vision and wants to try fun intimate photos. You can see the entire shoot here password is Vegasneonboneyard. Andrews Photography was there to capture a unique experience for there Vegas trip. We have had numerous couples photographed in Vegas but no one else opted for this location. We think this is one of the most hidden gems in America. Even the Vegas cabs don't know about this place. A tip to Destination weddings in general, hire a photographer that knows you, do the research on the location, and bring him or her along with you. You will get more then you ever imagined.

Proposal Maurice and Syreeta, Andrews-Photography

2009-02-16T13:44:00.000-08:00

Saint Paul Wedding photographer Rod Andrew Wilson, captured a couple doing something really romantic on valentines day. Maurice had photos taken through Andrews Photography in December for self promotion. He had heard that we do something like the paparazzi. Take great photos of the guy popping the question. Maurice did his homework and it payed off in a big way. Maurice had to reschedule a few times, but finally came up with a day that worked. Valentines day. Maurice had Syreeta's Aunt bring her two boys to the location. This was a good reason for being at a given place and time. On the video you can hear the boys in the background saying there abc's. We had two shooters for this event and Syreeta was a bit surprised about all the coverage. She was really grateful though to find out Maurice took the time to really setup something special. Way to go Maurice, getting on the escalator of love. We did a quick little session of the two of them and they were off for brunch with the family. Guys just a quick note if you plan on proposing on an elevator talk fast and make sure you have your laces are secure.Andrews Photography will be doing more free proposals in 2009 only. If you plan on popping the question to your significant other any time now till December of this year call us first. We have many creative ideas and suggestions on how to get it right. Call Rod Andrew Today 651.292.9242

Congratulations again to you both, Maurice and Syreeta, you both have soo much energy!

Andrews Photography 400.00 Special still running

2009-02-01T05:56:00.000-08:00

Sit down for free, talk with Rod Andrew, Owner and photographer of Andrews Photography before February 24th. If you like what you see and are ready to book well save you $400.00 off any package we have. This is good for all weddings in 2009 and 2010.

Andrews-Photography, wedding albums

2009-02-01T05:28:00.000-08:00

Andrews-Photography, Here is one page from Adrienne and Paul's wedding album. You can see the whole layout on my website. She had a fantastic day and the album has a really nice flow to it. What a great first dance if your dj does not have constant light you really will be missing out. The lights that move and strobe don't show up the same in camera. at Andrews Photography we take the time to find out what your day is all about and how to capture something that represents who you are as a couple. Adrienne loved water so I recommended Mears park just around the corner from the great hall in Saint Paul. The park sports a man made river and in Late August at 5:00pm the building across from it lights up from the setting sun. Making one heck of a soft box 1 city block long. Light, photography is all about the light. Brides pick times that will benefit your photos and venue. Keep in mind the worst time to take a photo is outside at noon in July. We can do and do sessions of the bride and groom weeks before the wedding in studio or on location. Think of your wedding day knowing you already have most of the romantics done with the formal long dress shot the dynamic poses in the bag. More time for photo journalistic shots of you and your groom interacting with your family.If we have the time and the bride is willing we do for free the day after wreck the dress session. Have fun in your dress jump in some water, ride a horse, go paint balling, get on a jet ski. Whatever the fun Andrews Photography will be there, As it Happens. Know someone who is getting ready to pop the question? Let them know we capture proposals as they unfold for free in 2009. call Rod Andrew for details, 651.292.9242

About "Andrews Photography"

2009-01-17T14:00:00.000-08:00

We're About Artistry, Experience and Fun.

Andrews Photography is an award-winning boutique wedding photography studio located in Saint Paul, Minnesota. We serve Minnesota, western Wisconsin and locations around the world. Andrews Photography is a member of the Twin Cities Bridal Association and the Minnesota Professional Photographers Association, Wedding and Portrait Photographers International and TwinCities Professional Photographers.

Our strength is capturing your wedding day naturally as it unfolds, a style we call illustrative documentation. The result is your wedding story told through candid, un-posed compositions and artfully arranged portraits.

We work hard to ensure your photos represent your personality, emotions, relationships, and events. We'll hunt down fun places (an ice cream shop, bumper car ride, or trolley) and unique settings (parks, the chapel's stairwell, or a merry-go-round) for your shoot. We'll incorporate the natural lighting and the weather (even providing pretty umbrellas in the rain!) when needed. Mix in some great camera angles, special lenses, and controlled light. Then, relax your parents, energize your attendants, tame the animals, and artfully arrange a crowd. All with a wink and a smile!

As owner and principal photographer of Andrews Photography, Rod Wilson combines his formal training and a fine art background with an outgoing personality and sense of humor! What he loves most? People, creativity, and fun. Rod's passion for all have created a work that's much more than that. This is his life's joy.

Rod has been employing his craft for over 20 years, with nearly 10 years of experience in wedding photography. Today, Andrews Photography is a team of carefully selected artistic professionals, including assistants and associate photographers. With the addition of a studio space two years ago, our work has expanded into family, baby and senior portraits, commercial and lifestyle photography.

Ready to learn more? Contact us for a free consultation at 651.292.9242 or rwphoto@earthlink.net.

Say Yes! proposals immortalized for free

2008-12-30T09:14:00.000-08:00

Say Yes, Proposals immortalized for free this year in 2009. If we have the date open and your willing, we will follow you for up to one hour to capture that special moment on film for free. You have to be doing the asking though in the twin cities area. Andrews-Photography is always on the cutting edge of fun. Believe me it is fun, the look on her face will never be the same.

Here is a quote from, Cory Cook a groom with class "I wanted this special day to be something we could tell people about and show them too." "Thanks to the candid shots Rod did for us we couldn't be happier". "We liked him so much we hired him to do our destination wedding in Vegas." He was always thinking of new ways and angles to get the best shot.

The trend is on the rise to have all the moments documented in your life don't you want to be the first.

David & Jessica destination wedding. Andrews Photography

2008-12-18T07:06:00.000-08:00

David and Jessica's wedding in Fargo North Dakota. By the way my home town! The Hodo was a creative place to have a few photos taken and the Avalon was the ceremony site and reception. I have added Jessica's thank you note I think it will describe her day better than I could. These two had lots of energy, David the things you do to make her smile. Thanks again for choosing me to document your day.

"Rod Wilson was recommended to us by our matron of honor and we couldn't have been happier. Rod's friendly demure and gregarious attitude made the sometimes tedious activity group photography enjoyable. Rod not only showed professionalism in planning our photos for the day, he also captured every facet of the event. Following his idea to shoot before the wedding ceremony turned out to be a terrific time saver, and we were able to focus more on our guests and the party afterward. Aside from the planning, the execution of the wedding photography was done with creativity and artistic flair. His use of mirrors and lighting gave the photographs an originality seldom seem in other couples wedding photos. And looking back on all of the photographs, it amazed me all of the details he captured. The close ups of the girls putting on jewelery and the photos of our flowers really showed Rod cares a lot about his work. His willingness to try different techniques, such as using a fish-eye lens or capturing motion, reveal an introspective look into the fun of the day. Moreover his intuition on what makes a picture look good, allowed him to pose us so our best was always showing. Wow, did I mention the fun E-session, he drove three hours just to meet with us and go over the days events. Dedication, Drive, Creative, Suffice to say, I would choose Rod again."

Andrews-Photography Award winning photography we travel world wide to meet your needs.

Holiday for Andrews Photography

2008-12-16T08:17:00.000-08:00

Holiday in the sun. Nyssa "my girlfriend and second shooter on occasions" wanted a fun trip so we picked Carnival Fun ships for a 4 day cruise. For those who have never cruised before 4 days translates into first day is half day and last day is like get off the boat at the crack of dawn. The boat sailed half empty also. For those looking for a bargain last minute bookings must be great. I went and treated Nyssas sister and boyfriend to a cruise with us also. If you haven't the time to bond with fellow family members, cruises are a great way to do this. It was Nyssas sisters 21st birthday too so this really worded out nice.

The stops for the Cruise were Nassau and Freeport. If you want or need any recommendations on those islands call me. Sun, warmth, humid air, wow really hit the spot. The beaches are fantastic but they don't have open showers. Thank god I brought a water bottle to clean out our eyes after we hit the surf. Tested out my new water proof camera what a cool little item. I cant wait for our pools and lakes to open here in Minnesota! The people are really nice on the islands they really want to get you on those sight seeing tours. We did make one stop at the pirate museum and had a drink, only one though they put 5 shots of rum in those things. Did I mention it was 98 degrees in the islands. Glad to be home though lots of messages and emails to answer, enjoy the video everyone.

Andrews Photography takes a Holiday

2008-12-02T05:30:00.000-08:00

Andrews Photography will be on holiday, yes folks Rod, Nyssa, and Lilly will be off and having fun without you. Lilly will be staying at "The Grandmothers Inn" in Saint Cloud. This is a place she has been before and loves the yard as well as the lovin from Janice. Rod and Nyssa will be off to FreePort/Nassau in the Bahamas. Well also be taking in the sites in Orlando Florida for a few days. Hope it snows while we are gone! If you are looking for a Destination wedding photographer you found one here. Andrews Photography has and will do destination weddings around the globe. Check my older posts for Terms or call us today.

Appreciation party

2008-12-02T05:13:00.000-08:00

Rod was invited to a appreciation party at the Hilton Garden Inn - St. Paul/Oakdale. The party was for their vendors and past clients. Rod was able to meet a few really great people and sample some wonderful food. The attendees also got a chance to photograph themselves in the traveling photo booth. Kind of fun, wish Andrews photography had two of these things. See Rod in the photo he is in the top right corner with the hat. Thanks again to the Hilton Staff for putting on such a tasty spread.

Ben & Molly wedding photos

2008-08-28T21:28:00.001-07:00

Andrews-Photography's wedding photos of Ben Molly to see the complete wedding coverage click on the password Benmolly and it should take you to there wedding photos. Enjoy them I know we did taking them.

Ben Molly Wedding Video by andrews-photography

2008-08-28T13:53:00.001-07:00

Ben and Molly's Wedding Video, We are trying out our new video program each video is different each time. Nice effects and really cool music. This service will be free to my brides but you have to mention you saw it on the blog to get it. Andrews Photography were always learning and trying new things to keep it fresh. Site Location was the Historic Court house in Still Water MN. What a great venue especially if you do the ceremony and reception there. Illustrative documentation of your day, well capture the fun.

Thomas and Ashley Vanek, Andrews Photography, Rod Wilson

2008-07-15T05:53:00.000-07:00

Wedding images of Thomas and Ashley Vanek at the church of Guardian Angels in Oakdale Minnesota, Saint Paul. Flowers by Woodlane flowers, Wow what a beautiful bride and he didn't do so bad with the ring either. Here are a few images from the wedding. Oh and if you didnt know who Thomas is here is a brief description of what he does.

Thomas Vanek plays hockey for the Buffalo Sabres and was once a Golden Gopher. Named Minnesota’s team MVP for 2003, becoming the first freshman to receive the honor.

Thomas and Ashley, Thanks again for taking the time to let me photograph you on your special day.

Kurt and Jodi wedding portraits, Saint Paul wedding photographer

2008-07-10T15:10:00.000-07:00

Kurt and Jodi really liked the artistic overlays we do so she said run with it after the wedding. A We included a few of the overlays and some of the artist renderings we did from her wedding. If you would like to see the full wedding visit it here at password is Kurtjodi. They were a great couple and had so much fun. They choose the Carlson Towers for the surrounding grounds and the large windows the reception sight would have. If you cant remember the weather on the 25th of May. Storms and killer tornado's! The bride was a bit jumpy to say it lightly. Joan Nilsen owner of Ambientegroup, a wedding planning service. Joan was a dream to work with if you are looking for a wedding planner she would be my first choice.

Here is a photo of me in action, thanks John for taking the time to snap one of me doing my thing.

Wedding Devon Garrat, Andrews Photography, Woodlane Flowers

2008-07-10T15:08:00.000-07:00

Devon's wedding day. Flowers were from Woodlane Flowers, photography by Andrews-Photography. What can you say, a beautiful bride and fantastic eyes. We really wanted to show those blue orbs off and the lighting was just perfect. Cute little dog too.

Matt and Mollys wedding photography in Wabasha

2008-07-10T15:06:00.000-07:00

Andrews-Photography was fortunate enough to photograph Matt and Molly's Wedding in Wabasha, MN. Being a destination Wedding we arrived 2 hours early to scout out great romantic backgrounds. I had many great fun non traditional ideas for there wedding . If you would like to see the whole wedding please view them on this link.Password is Mattmolly. We can do allot of art overlays and add certain elements based on each clients needs. When you need your portrait to have that little extra wow factor. That added depth or emotion. A great example of bridal input, we have a bride next year that will be doing her invitations in calligraphy. She found the idea of adding her penmanship to parts of the album and images intriguing. Using old poems or letters in the images are great ways to personalize too. Andrews Photography does custom album design in house without templates each album is an original and why would you want anything else.

Here is an example of Color, tinting eyes and flowers and just tinting the eyes.

We did a cool set of old covers with there hot passionate shot in the alley. This will definitely be the cover to her small 4x6 romantic book. I think I finally went with the last cover, it was lighter in color and the names really pop. I will be printing all three though just to make sure though. What a beautiful start to their story together.

Wedding Photography, Sarah and Mike

2008-07-10T15:05:00.000-07:00

Wedding Photography, Sarah and Mike, They had a fantastic day and the sun was shinning. what a great venue. Just a quick few photos of them and the wedding party.I think we caved in the old cop car hood. I dont think we will be doing that one again. No bridesmaids were hurt in the filming of this wedding..

A Wild Proposal Kurtis Foster A Wild Team Member

2008-07-10T15:04:00.002-07:00

We did a photo shot for Todays Groom and Wilds Defensemen Kurtis Foster. This July Kurtis and Stephanie will tie the knot in Toronto Canada.They both were really nice and easy to get along with. I had hoped for a better location to capture the images but locker rooms are not the easiest things to make look pretty. Wishing you both all the best!

Cory and Carley, Engagement Session Andrews Photography the Proposal

2008-07-10T15:04:00.001-07:00

Corey Cook set this model shoot up for his soon to be fiancee Carley. He wanted to capture the moment on film when he presented her the ring. Corey said,' It was so hard trying to keep this secret and she wanted to talk about marriage all week and I was just like oh god I cant wait to surprise her during the shoot at Andrews Photography". "I had to hide the check book for two months so she wouldn't see the amount I took out and question me about it". "It is so hard to surprise her she knows everything and I just wanted to get it on film".

We have done this in the past for a few friends who were popping the question and it went really well. Lady if your reading this right now and you do not have that ring yet. Send your man to this blog and get him started. We have some pretty cool ideas he can steal too. Think profound moment! This isn't for everyone just the ones that really want that photojournalistic realism.

Boy friends get in gear and hire your own paparazzi to snap those really cool moments. We charge a flat rate of $400.00 and will travel within the twincities to get the shot. Usual time is around 1-1.5 hours of coverage depending on how nervous you are. Call us today 651.292.9242

Engagement Session Andrews Photography Minnehaha falls Matt and Molly

2008-07-10T15:01:00.000-07:00

Engagement Session Andrews Photography Minnehaha falls. Molly and Matt at the falls a quick engagement session before there May 3rd wedding. Can't wait for this one the wedding will be done in Wasbasha, MN and reception at the CoffeeMill Country Club. Check out the eyes in the photos. Wow! Check out the full engagement session the password is Mattmolly check back after May 10th for the full wedding. If you are looking for a photographer to document your day, the way you deserve drop me an email at rwphoto@earthlink.net or give us a call today 651.292.9242. We will be more than happy to sit down and talk to you about your Dream.

Sarah and David Wedding Photographer.... Rod Andrew Wilson

2008-07-10T14:58:00.000-07:00

Latest wedding from Andrews-Photography.com you can view the entire wedding here password is "Davesarah". Talk about a near miss with the storm of the century! You can see the snow on the ground but thank god we didnt get hit to bad. The bride and groom were fantastic. They kept there mind open and braved the 32 degrees outside for two sessions. Total time outside 15 minutes, portraits of fun and total use of the surroundings priceless. Why rent a place and only use half of it. Cold you bet, you can see the small snow flakes in the group shot. What a great group of people, they would have done anything for the bride and groom that day. Sarah and David thanks again for adding another hour before the ceremony. I think the extra time really helped us capture all the romantic photos you could have wanted.

Destination Wedding Photography for free or just about!

2008-07-10T14:51:00.000-07:00

Here is one of my award winning prints this one won TCPPA Top wedding image of the year. If your looking for a wedding photographer give us a call. Andrews-Photography is located in St. Paul Minnesota in the lower town commons. Call to set up an appointment 651.292.9242

Free Wedding Coverage ok almost free Wedding Coverage! We had to add a base fee of $1500.00-2000.00 based on venue and duration of days.

Here's the thing: We love shooting weddings. We also love to travel! Anytime, anywhere. But you know how it is...when you're on vacation you feel like you should be working, or when you're working you wish you were on vacation! Thankfully, there's a perfect solution:

DESTINATION WEDDINGS!

Every year we set aside Five weekends exclusively for this "Discounted destination wedding's. Aside from a few basic restrictions, there are no strings attached to this offer. Having said that, here are the few strings:

1) It should be scheduled between November and March.

We live in Minneapolis. This Nov - Mar period could accurately be called our off-season. So sure, we'll shoot your wedding for free! As long as you meet requirement #2, which is:

2) It should be someplace WARM and not in Minnesota!

In Minnesota, between November and March, it's probably wet and cold outside. Let's get away to Florida or Cancun or New Zealand or something. Work with us here. Sunny and warm. You probably want that too, right? We're willing to consider not-so-warm locations as long as they are, well, cool. Venice during Carnival? Sure. NYC on New Years Eve? Okay. Paris in the springtime? Absolutely. And finally, requirement #3:

3) You cover the COST of travel, accommodations and the meals and a small perdeum for drinks. We do the rest.

Airplane tickets, a hotel and some food. Any associated transportation, to-and-from. Tips for the bellhops and waiters. That's it! Well-rested, excited photographers will give you REALLY good photographs. That's all you have to cover, and we don't mark it up with bogus "day rates" or first-class fares. Get us there, put us up at your hotel and we are ready to rock. We'll probably need 4 or 5 nights accommodations, depending on the scope of the project. If we stay longer, it's on our dime. Update we now charge a minimum of $1500.00 for the four days of coverage.

Is it really that simple?

Yes it is. Look, we've done destination weddings, and they are always beautiful. But sometimes, frankly, it's a stretch for our clients to be able to fly two professional photographers to the Caribbean and to pay full price for the photography package. So this is a pretty good deal. And there are other benefits too:

• Destination weddings don't have the same time restrictions as our regular packages. In other words, we'll be at your disposal for the rehearsal AND all the way through the wedding. The day after the wedding, if you'd like to go out and get some "extra" portraits (on the beach...under a waterfall... on a jet ski...top of the Eiffel Tower) without having to worry about your dress, WE'RE THERE!!!

• If you live in Minneapolis but wish to have a destination wedding, it will be much easier to do all of your post-production wedding album stuff with us a local photography studio. (If you live outside of Minneapolis, then ignore this point. We're easy to work with regardless of your home base.)

• With Andrews Photography you won't be stuck with some cheesy, unknown, in-house, trainee STAFF photographer shooting your lovely wedding! Wouldn't it be better to retain the services of a known and trusted company? These are your WEDDING photos, after all.

Help us to help you! Let's go to France. Or to Cancun. Or even Sydney, or perhaps Tahiti. Think of how fun it will be!

Five openings each year. They fill up fast. Call today: 651.292.9242 We have our passports ready Contact at Rwphoto@earthlink.net

Engagement Session, Andrews Photography, Jon and Andrea

2008-07-10T14:42:00.000-07:00

Even in March, Andrews Photography, Jon and Andrea were able to get out and enjoy the light. What a great day for shooting, soft even light that makes your skin and eyes glow. This is a great example of our extended engagement session. The couple wanted a few studio shots, some outside photojournalistic, and of course everyone likes ice-cream. Jon couldn't help but get her in the nose with the pralines and cream.

Tips for great engagement sessions

1. Be yourselves and try to have fun
2. Wear something casual and stay away from white and black, Jon has a good example of dark charcoal, which photographs really well for guys, dark blues work well too.
3. Dress for the day if it is cold wear a sweater
4. Try putting him in darker hues than you, he will naturally frame you in the photo
5. Listen to your photographer a few cues to follow and you will be cute in your portraits
6. Higher the same photographer for the engagements and wedding, it is a great way for him to get to know you

Congratulations to Andrea and Jon, I hope you had fun I did!

Contact me at rwphoto@earthlink.net Or check out my website

George Reannda', wedding photos, Andrews-Photography,

2008-07-10T14:37:00.000-07:00

Andrews-Photography latest wedding portraits and photojournalist shots of George and Reanndas wedding day. You can view there entire day here the password is Georgereannda. This was one of our published weddings also. You can see it as well as some of my other work at Todays Groom Magazine. I hope you enjoy looking at there wedding, we had fun photographing it. We take great pride and joy in capturing your day the way you dreamed it.