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Burke Wedding
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WEDDINGS

Bride: @baileymarieburke
Groom: @thetommyburke
Photography: Revel Woods Photo — @revelwoodsphoto
Videography: Anna Beyerle — @beyerlefilms
Content Creation: @goldensocialclub
Venue: The Pines White — @thepinesvenue
Vintage Photo Booth: Twin Cities Photo Bus — @ttpb_msp
Hair: Blaize Sheik — @hairhusband_
Makeup: Emily The Beauty Artist — @emilythebeautyartist
Decor & Staging: White House Co — @whitehouseco
Dessert: Grace Bakes Cake — @gracebakescake
Florals: Viola’s Floral — @violasfloral
Additional Florals: Kellie Smith — @ksmithfloral & Costco
Entertainment: Harmon Entertainment — @harmonentertainment
Bride’s Dress: Alta Moda Bridal — @altamodabridal
Rings: Shane Co. — @shanecompany & Royal Jewelers
Groom’s Attire: Halberstadt’s — @halberstadtsbroadway

One thing that made the Burke wedding at The Pines Davenport stand out was how much they prioritized portraits in their timeline.

They fully trusted my photography timeline suggestions, and that trust made all the difference. By intentionally building in enough time for portraits, we created space for:

  • Meaningful first looks
  • Relaxed bridal party photos
  • Stunning bride and groom portraits
  • Golden hour sunset photos

The bridal portraits are truly some of my favorites. When couples allow room in their timeline for creativity, we’re able to slow down, adjust for light, and capture images that feel natural yet refined.

First Looks & Portraits

A Beautiful Outdoor Ceremony & Petal Toss

Their outdoor ceremony felt heartfelt and joyful from start to finish. One of my favorite moment was the petal toss after they said "I do".

As they walked back down the aisle as husband and wife, guests showered them in petals, creating the dreamiest celebratory exit. It added movement, color, and so much life to their ceremony photos. Moments like that are why I always encourage couples to think about how their ceremony exit will photograph.

The Pines in Davenport - A Dream Wedding Venue

Everything took place at The Pines, which is conveniently close to home for me and one of my favorite venues to photograph. The Pines offers the perfect balance of elegant indoor spaces and gorgeous outdoor backdrops, making it ideal for couples who want a seamless, all-in-one wedding experience.

Bailey and Tommy chose to host their ceremony outdoors, surrounded by beautiful natural light and their closest family and friends. The setting felt romantic, elevated, and incredibly personal.

Sunset Portraits at The Pines, Davenport

The Burke wedding at The Pines Davenport was one of those days that reminds me exactly why I love what I do. Bailey has been one of my close friends for years, so documenting this day meant so much to me. From the very beginning, the energy stayed high, the emotions felt genuine, and every moment reflected who they are as a couple.

Their wedding day was filled with excitement, trust, and so much intention, especially when it came to photography and documenting the whole day.

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Cocktail Hour & Candid Moments

They hosted a longer cocktail hour, which gave guests plenty of time to enjoy and connect, and gave me the perfect opportunity to capture authentic candids. When couples build breathing room into their timeline, the entire day feels more relaxed. That relaxed energy translates beautifully into photos.

The bridesmaids, groomsmen, and guests brought incredible energy all day long. It was a big wedding, but it never felt chaotic. Everything flowed effortlessly just as they intentionally planned.

Sunset showed up in the best way for the Burke wedding at The Pines Davenport. Golden light filtered through the trees and wrapped around them in the most flattering, romantic glow.

Golden hour portraits always elevate a wedding gallery, and this day was no exception. Because we built time for them, we didn’t have to rush. We simply stepped away for a few quiet moments and created magic.

A High-Energy Reception

The reception was packed with energy from the moment it began. Guests filled the dance floor, laughter echoed throughout the space, and the celebration never slowed down.

There may or may not have been a wild flash moment on the dance floor, the kind that perfectly captures how fun and carefree the night became. Whether it makes the journal or not, it absolutely lives rent-free in my mind as one of the most iconic reception moments.

Why Timeline Trust Matters

If there’s one thing that made the Burke wedding at The Pines Davenport truly exceptional, it was trust.

Bailey and Tommy trusted my suggestions for their photography timeline. While I always recommend a day-of coordinator, they carefully implemented my timeline advice to ensure the day flowed beautifully from a photo perspective.

Because of that:

  • We avoided feeling rushed.
  • We captured meaningful, intentional portraits.
  • We maximized golden hour.
  • The entire day felt smooth and stress-free.

When couples prioritize photography in their timeline, their gallery reflects it.

Final Thoughts

This wedding felt personal, joyful, and incredibly meaningful to photograph. Bailey is such a beautiful human inside and out, and celebrating her marriage at one of my favorite venues made the day even sweeter.

The Burke wedding at The Pines Davenport combined high energy, heartfelt moments, and thoughtful planning, and I couldn’t have asked for a better day to document.

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Reception Details & A Vintage Film Booth Favorite

The reception space for this Burke wedding at The Pines Davenport looked absolutely stunning. Thoughtful details filled the room, romantic candlelight, beautiful florals, and carefully styled tables that felt elevated yet inviting. Every design choice reflected their personalities while still complementing the natural charm of The Pines.

Guests immediately gravitated toward the vintage film booth, and it quickly became one of the biggest hits of the night. The retro-style photo booth gave everyone a fun, nostalgic experience while producing timeless keepsakes. Throughout the evening, friends gathered, laughed, and snapped strip after strip of film photos. It added an interactive element to the reception and created even more candid moments that perfectly captured the energy of the celebration.

Between the intentional reception design and the constant buzz around the vintage film booth, the entire evening felt lively, warm, and unforgettable.

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