Red Ribbon Studio : Blog

Welcome to the World Baby Easton

Maribeth — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:05:19 +0000

I have been learning how to use the HD video capabilities of my camera. I’m very excited about the project possibilities with the dynamic medium of moving images and sound. I still have a lot to learn (audio is a whole new realm that I feel in the dark about), but I hope to continue to explore more video projects soon.

A huge thank you to Sarah Trotter, the amazing wedding coordinator at Lasting Impressions and new mama who allowed me to practice my video skills with the following project. It is sort of a video baby announcement. And a way to remember the very special early days with a small baby. Sarah and her husband Andy each wrote letters to their sweet little man Easton which I wove into the coverage of their new family in Easton’s adorable nursery.

Sarah & Andy, thanks for your patience this winter as I slowly learned the ins and outs of video editing. I’m sure when you watch this Easton now seems so much bigger at 5 months. I hope this is a great way to remember the early days when you were just getting to know your little guy.

Easton Trotter : Welcome To The World from RedRibbonStudio.com on Vimeo.

Allie + Jesse : Engaged!

Maribeth — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 23:00:22 +0000

I am so excited to be working with this adorable couple! Allie and Jesse are so sweet. You can really see their love and friendship shine through in these photos. You’d never know that we shot on a February day with this warm winter weather we’ve been having. We were able to visit several spots in St. Paul including the St. Paul Union Depot where Allie and Jesse will have their reception this November. We ended with a drink at the bar at the St. Paul Hotel (one of my favorite shots from this shoot is the reflection of them kissing in the mirror at the bar) and taking in the twinkle lights in Rice and Mears Parks. So excited for Allie and Jesse’s wedding this fall!

Stop Motion : Happy Valentine’s Day from Cocoa + Fig

Maribeth — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:41:47 +0000

I am so excited to release this fun collaboration I recently wrapped with Laurie & Joe, the amazing owners of Cocoa + Fig. They make the best sweet treats around, and they also happen to be getting married later this year. So, we weaved together their love for baking and for each other into this sweet stop motion animation.

This project is HD, so depending on your connection, you may need to give it a minute to buffer and load. It will be worth the wait!

Cocoa + Fig : Happy Valentine’s Day from RedRibbonStudio.com on Vimeo.

I’ve been itching to do another stop motion project since I wrapped this one I did for Just Bloomed last year. I simply adore the whimsical and fun nature of this medium.

The set is on the ground and my camera was rigged up about 15 feet above the ground, shooting tethered to my laptop. The set on the ground really allowed the props and scene elements to animate in such a dynamic way. I just love how it all turned out, and had a blast with the process from the original storyboard to the final cut.

Thanks to Laurie & Joe for being such great sports about laying on the ground all day! All of those little dancing red and pink circles are Cocoa + Fig’s beautiful and delicious macaroons.

Special thanks to Sarah Hrudka and Raoul at Flashlight for all of your help on this exciting project! And thank you to Little White Dress for Less for the wedding dress we used in the shoot.

Music credit: “Don’t Let Me Fall” by Lenka.

Mary + Brian : All I Want For Christmas Is You

Maribeth — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 04:41:40 +0000

Mary and Brian were married on a cold December day, but their love and the love around them from friends and family kept them warm. After the wedding ceremony at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Edina, guests enjoyed a beautiful evening at the always gorgeous Semple Mansion. Mary’s daughter Celie was such a special part of the day. Celie was so happy to dress up in her pretty white dress like mommy and to see her mommy so happy.

Congrats Mary & Brian. Thank you so much for having me document your beautiful celebration!

Kaley + Matt : Engaged!

Maribeth — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 03:01:30 +0000

I’m loving reliving the holiday spirit with the images from Kaley & Matt’s December engagement shoot. We spent sometime out in the cold and then Kaley & Matt picked out their first Christmas tree together and set it up in their home. We warmed up as Kaley & Matt decorated the tree with their sweet dog Rocco. I am so looking forward to photographing this adorable couple’s amazing wedding this summer!

Leigh + David : Modern Mazel Tov

Maribeth — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:01:44 +0000

There were so many beautiful moments on Leigh and David’s wedding at Calhoun Beach Club. When the girls were getting ready, there was a framed photo of Leigh’s grandma on the table. Her grandma had passed, but it was so sweet to see that she was there in spirit on this special day. After Leigh and David met for the first time, we took a ride in a family friend’s classic cherry red Cadillac (the family friend who owns the car is the sweet dad of my blizzard bride from last year!). Their gorgeous ketubah was signed in a touching ceremony where Leigh and David were surrounded by family and close friends. And man, does this group know how to horah! There was so much great energy on that dance floor.

Thanks to the talented team of vendors who made this day so beautiful. . . Amy Zaroff Events & Design for expert coordination, Wisteria Design for always amazing floral creations, and R Factor for playing such great music that kept the dance floor lively and packed all night long. It is always a special day when I get to shoot alongside the cinema genius Matt Brue and his team from Capture Studios.

Mazel tov, Leigh and David! Thank you for having me document all the love and the joy on your wedding day.

Rachel + Scott : Autumn Adoration

Maribeth — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 03:30:36 +0000

Rachel and Scott were married on a gorgeous fall day at Christ Presbyterian Church in Edina. Rachel looked simply stunning in her Priscilla of Boston gown. After the ceremony, we made a quick stop at the beautiful Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. I just love that golden field with late fall tall dried grasses! Guests enjoyed a lovely evening of celebration at Hazeltine National Golf Club.

Thanks for having me document your beautiful wedding day, Rachel and Scott. I wish you so much happiness together in life.

Rustic Summer Elegance Inspiration Shoot

Maribeth — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 04:05:57 +0000

I had so much fun teaming up with the lovely Amanda of Lime Canary Vintage Rentals to create this summer inspiration shoot. We wanted to show a wedding style that was both rustic and elegant. The shoot really showcased the beautiful vintage furniture that Lime Canary has to rent for your next event.

Thanks to the wonderful team of contributing vendors who helped make this shoot so stunning. . .

We were so lucky to be able to shoot at the amazing Round Barn Farm in Red Wing. Such an amazing location!
The super talented Jackie of Munster Rose Floral Design provided beautiful and lush floral creations for the shoot.
Our bride wore a gorgeous dress from Little White Dress For Less, an online store with stylish and affordable custom-made wedding gowns made to fit your measurements.
The deep plum bridesmaid dress was one of so many great bridesmaids dresses that can be found at Flutter Boutique.

Enjoy a little summer rustic charm to keep you warm on a chilly winter night.

Sara + John : Madly in Modern Love

Maribeth — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:41:18 +0000

I was very excited to photograph Sara and John’s wedding because Sara and I have a special small world connection. . .our grandfathers founded a law firm together in Des Moines, Iowa in the 1950s. My grandfather was an avid photographer in his retirement and he encouraged me to pickup a camera when I was a teenager. He’s a big part of why I am a photographer today. My grandfather passed in 2000 and I really miss him. I am so touched by the small world connections to my grandfather in this wedding and how it reminds me of how I started out as a photographer.

Sara and John live in Chicago but returned to the Twin Cities where Sara grew up for their wedding celebration. The ceremony and reception were at the always chic Graves 601 Hotel. Sara’s mom Laura lovingly handmade many of the wedding style details from the invitations to the escort cards to cute wine bottle decorations. There were personal touches everywhere.

After Sara and John kissed under the huppah, guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner and a dance floor that was always full! Thanks to a talented team of vendors for making this wedding so awesome: Casablanca Orchestra for their amazing rhythms, Marsha Golob for coordination, Linen Effects and Richfield Flowers for decor, Minnesota Bridal Makeup Artistry for their beautiful work.

Congrats Sara and John. I wish you so much happiness together in life!

Tina + Dan : Modern Mehendi

Maribeth — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 22:56:02 +0000

Wow, what a wedding! So colorful and vibrant, just like Tina and Dan. Dan’s adorable son Aiden was a big part of the day, what a cutie!

Tina and Dan’s celebration took place at the Minneapolis Hilton. Their ceremony blended both Hindu and Filipino traditions, to honor both of their heritages. The ballroom was lit in warm amber light for the ceremony, and then during the cocktail hour it was transformed into a purple peacock inspired room. The colors were so vibrant! Guests dined on Indian and stir fry and filled the dance floor all night long.

Thanks to the incredible team of vendors who made this wedding so amazing. . . Sarah Trotter of Lasting Impressions for her expert planning and coordination of every detail, Richfield Flowers and Apres Rentals for the phenomenal decor, Instant Request for the fantastic DJ and lighting, Buttercream for a stunning and tasty cake, and Minnesota Bridal Makeup Artistry for their beautiful hair and makeup work for each of Tina’s stunning looks.

Tina & Dan, you are such a wonderful couple. Thank you for having me document your amazing celebration of your love.