One of the most amazing elements of Luke and Amy‘s wedding was how they crafted a unique and intentional multi-day experience for their friends and family! For the days prior to the wedding, friends came from all over to enjoy time by the lake and campfire together. From local golf course adventures to catching some speed while boating on the lake, there was much fun experienced by all.


There may have be a conga line involved following the ceremony as well—and yes that was our first time experiencing such an expression of joy and love. Keep scrolling to experience it right along with us!

Wedding Vendors


Makeup Artist: Ashley of The Glamour Ranch

Hair: Ashley Demuth Popp

Wedding Photography: Laura Leigh Images

Crosslake Minnesota lakeshore small wedding ceremony venue with draped arch.
Crosslake, MN small destination wedding ceremony and vacation location.
Two young girls in life jackets playing on a blue mat at a lake shoreline in summer.
Two young girls wearing life jackets swimming and splashing in a lake on a sunny day.
Three women smiling outdoors by a lake on a sunny summer day near green grass.
Serene green landscape featuring pine and birch trees in summer.

Amy shared that she originally thought she would spend her time getting ready a bit more secluded— however, she opted to leave the doors wide open so kids, friends, and family could come in and out all morning for the most beautiful chaos she had ever experienced. A great testament to how there is no right or wrong way to experience your wedding day, just whatever is right for you in the moment.

Minnesota lake destination wedding gifts and mimosas.
Blond bride with curled hair during professional wedding makeup artist application.
Glamour Ranch of Minnesota applying professional wedding makeup.
Mom sharing gifts with her daughters on her wedding day.
Blonde woman hugging a young girl in a kitchen, with a second photo of a child kissing her cheek.
Bride putting in earring on her MN destination wedding day.
Getting ready portraits of a Northern Minnesota destination wedding bride near Crosslake.
Groom and groomsmen getting dressed and adjusting ties before wedding.
Groom and his groomsmen getting ready at a cabin during their destination Minnesota lake wedding.
Groomsmen helping each other prepare before a wedding ceremony indoors.
Bride and groom sharing a joyful first look moment in pine forest.
Bride reading heartfelt vows privately before wedding ceremony in forest.
Bride and groom share an emotional first look moment, reading heartfelt letters to each other outdoors among tall trees.
Groom smiling at bride during outdoor first look in pine forest.
Bride and groom sharing tender moments together in a sunlit forest.
Bride in lace gown and groom in gray suit posing together in a wooded outdoor wedding portrait setting.
Bride and groom pose romantically surrounded by dramatic dark smoke bombs on a tree-lined driveway at their outdoor wedding.
Wedding party poses together in a wooded setting, bridesmaids in navy sequin gowns and groomsmen in light gray suits.
Bride in white lace gown poses with three bridesmaids wearing navy sequin dresses holding bouquets in a forest setting.
Four groomsmen in matching light gray suits smile together outdoors in a sunlit forest setting.

Amy & Luke’s personalized wedding ceremony included the whole family. Conner walked Amy down the aisle to give her away, and all of the kids shouted out "We Do!" 


It was also filled with surprises, such as the groom having no idea that their oldest daughter was singing during the ceremony. It was a very emotional moment for the couple, and there was hardly a dry eye in the crowd. 


Luke also made the unity ceremony puzzle board himself. The couple and the kids each wrote a vow to the family on the back of the pieces. During the ceremony they read them out loud to each other and placed the pieces on the board which was sealed with a cross by their Pastor. 

Bride and groom exchange vows under a rustic wooden arch draped with white fabric at an outdoor garden wedding.
Outdoor lakeside wedding ceremony with guests seated in white chairs under birch trees on a sunny day.
Bride and groom hold hands while exchanging vows under a floral arch at a lakeside outdoor wedding ceremony.
Wedding ceremony in progress under a birch tree arch by a lake with bridal party and seated guests on a bench.
Young flower girl and ring bearer stand at the altar during an outdoor wedding ceremony with groomsmen in gray suits.
Emotional groom wiping tears during outdoor wedding ceremony with bride in white dress.
Rustic wooden cross sign displayed on a white draped table at an outdoor ceremony.
Bride and groom share first kiss under floral arch by lakeside at outdoor wedding.
Smoke bomb background portraits of groom dipping his bride following their Minnesota lake destination wedding.
Young girls in colorful dresses playing on wooden platform at outdoor wedding reception.
Lakeshore wedding guest in a conga line after destination wedding ceremony on Crosslake, MN
Lakeshore wedding guest in a conga line after destination wedding ceremony on Crosslake, MN
Bride and groom family portraits with their children during their Minnesota destination wedding.
MN lakeshore destination wedding guests praying over the bride and groom with a woodland background.
Peaceful lake at sunset with a wooden dock extending into calm water and tree-lined shore.
Bride and groom sharing a romantic kiss by a lake at sunset in elegant wedding attire.
Bride and groom sharing an intimate moment by a serene lake surrounded by lush green trees.
Bride and groom walking hand in hand and kissing near a peaceful river surrounded by birch trees.
Groom dipping bride on a wooden dock over a scenic lake in a romantic wedding photo.
Smiling bride and groom posing together by a beautiful lake in wedding attire on their special day.
Bride and groom share first dance under warm string lights inside an elegant wedding tent.
Wedding party members laugh and give toasts inside a beautifully lit reception tent.
Black and white photo of bride and groom sharing a toast with guests at an outdoor tented wedding reception.
Black and white photo of six wedding guests smiling and posing together at a reception under a tent.
Wedding guests gather outside a glowing tent at dusk while bride holds lantern in evening light.
Elegant outdoor wedding reception at night with a lit white tent and glowing house in the background.