08/20/2026
If you've worked in any industry for a long time, you start to develop connections and friendships in that industry that are truly special. Kate, the bride, has been working with Mary (the person interviewed in the first clip and one of Kate's Bridesmaids) in the planning and decor space (Pure Event Planning and Decor Lab Duluth respectively) for years now and I've had the pleasure of calling them both friends and co-workers for many years as well. In fact, Kate and Frank's whole wedding was a collaboration of people whom I've had the joy and privilege or working with in the past and have to say it really feels special when you get to be a part of days like this. What made their day even sweeter is that I got to play a Love Story I created for Kate and Frank for the first time during their reception, and if you make it to the end, you'll hear Matt the DJ say āDamn you Jasperā, which is a reference to the Love Story where Frank broke down in tears after being asked to imagine parts of the wedding day ahead of time. That final scene is also capturing the very end of when the Love Story played, which left everyone somewhere between laughing, crying, and smiling. Watching my couples and their guests react to Love Stories I put together is one of my favorite things in the world, as it is usually such a fun mix of emotions to witness.
Another aspect of what makes weddings extra special is when the venue is not only great, but when the owners are kind, hard-working, attentive human beings, and the folks at The Grainary at Lake Valley Farm are all that and more! All this is to day, Kate and Frank are amazing, here is a Sneak Peek of their day, and I'll be posting their Love Story next :) Cheers you two!!
Venue: The Grainary at Lake Valley Farm
Photo: Jasper Meddock Productions
Planning/Coordination: Andy Kay Weddings
Hair/Makeup:
Florals: Saffron & Grey Couture Floral Design
Decor:
Dress: Bella Rose Bridal
DJ:
Cake/Dessert:
Officiant: Jean from
Catering: Black Woods Group Catering
