Wedding rings in a white box surrounded by bridal accessories, white heels, greenery, and a delicate necklace on marble.
Two women getting ready indoors, one applying makeup to the other near a bright window in a modern room.

 

Photographing "the Bickham's"


On what has to have been one of THE NICEST summer days ever Kim + Elmore joined in matrimony. This was a casual day full of fun, romance and joy that produced some of the most stunning documentary photos.

 

 

About the couple.

Love is an adventure


Kim and Elmore’s story is rooted in meaningful connection and the joy of sharing life’s experiences together. Their wedding day reflected that same spiritβ€”surrounded by the people who matter most and focused on what truly counts.


Together, they’ve built a relationship centered on presence, laughter, and appreciating the moments that often become the most memorable. Whether it’s everyday life or a milestone like this one, they choose to experience it fully and intentionally.


Their wedding was exactly thatβ€”a celebration not just of a day, but of a chapter filled with love, gratitude, and togetherness. These are the memories they will carry forward and cherish for years to come.


#LoveStory #IntimateWedding #MicroWedding #MinnesotaWeddingPhotographer #WeddingMemories #TrueToYou #WeddingStory

 

Newlywed couple holding hands walking on a sunny beach, bride in white gown with bouquet, groom in white shirt.
From the Couple

Please Rate Your Satisfaction:

5 Stars


Please Tell Us What You Loved About Working With Us:

She was very personable and willing to help out to make us remember our day. She made suggestions to help create great photos.

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Is There Anything We Need To Know So That We Can Improve?

Nothing


What Is Something That Made Capturing These Moments Extra Special:

It was a small wedding because we both have been married before but we wanted to make sure we remember our day forever.

-Kim Colvin-Bickham

 

A Beautiful New Chapter | Kim & Elmore's Intimate Minnesota Wedding

 

Some love stories aren't about finding your first chapter together.


They're about finding the chapter that finally feels like home.


When Kim and Elmore planned their wedding day, they weren't focused on creating a large production or filling a timeline with traditions. Instead, they chose to celebrate in a way that felt true to themβ€”surrounded by family, close friends, and the people who have supported them throughout their journey.


Set against the peaceful backdrop of a lakeside Minnesota cabin, their wedding was intimate, relaxed, and full of meaningful moments.


One of the things I loved most about this day was how present everyone was. There was no rushing from event to event. No pressure to create a perfect production. Just genuine connection, laughter, and the excitement of beginning a new chapter together.


ο»ΏKim's son walked her down the aisle while family and friends gathered nearby to witness the promises they made to one another. The guest list may have been small, but the love surrounding them was anything but.

Throughout the day, it became clear that this celebration wasn't about impressing anyone. It was about honoring the life they have built, the families they cherish, and the future they are excited to create together.


After the wedding, Kim shared something that perfectly captured the heart behind their decision to celebrate this way:


"It was a small wedding because we both have been married before but we wanted to make sure we remember our day forever."


That sentiment is exactly why photographs matter.


Long after the flowers are gone and the day has passed, these images become a way to revisit the laughter, the hugs, the quiet moments, and the people who gathered to celebrate.

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Kim and Elmore, thank you for trusting me to document this beautiful chapter of your story. It was an honor to help preserve these memories for you and your family.

Initial Teaser

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The following images were some of the photographer's favorites narrowed down for a sneak peek.

This blog will eventually contain a larger variety of images from this event.

White lace wedding dress hanging on a hanger in a sunlit window with golden curtains and hardwood floors.
A young girl applies makeup to a woman sitting on a stool near a bright window in a cozy room.
Three diamond wedding rings arranged on a marble surface with soft white flowers and greenery in the background.
Black and white photo of pregnant woman in floral dress sitting with hands resting on baby bump.
A makeup artist applies false eyelashes to a brunette bride during wedding preparations.
Two women getting ready together, one applying makeup to the other near a bright window in a modern home.
Stack of green hardcover books beside a white box with wooden craft tools on a wooden table.
Elderly woman in floral dress sits on metal stool facing large window in black and white photo.
A smiling bald Black man makes an OK gesture on a sunny garden path surrounded by lush green trees and rocks.
Two men having a conversation outdoors on a porch, one wearing a Feed the Farm shirt, surrounded by lush green trees.
Woman with curly updo hairstyle holding a mirror, smiling at her reflection in soft natural light.
A woman in a white lace wedding dress gets helped with buttons by a blonde woman in a blue floral top.
Bride in lace wedding dress holding blue and white floral bouquet with greenery, looking down softly.
Man in white shirt examining his reflection in a bathroom mirror above a granite countertop.
Bald man in white shirt rolling up his sleeve while looking in a bathroom mirror.
Bald man with gray beard in white shirt stands with arms crossed against dark background.
Bald middle-aged Black man in white shirt praying with hands pressed together near a window.
A bald Black man in a white shirt examines shoes in a modern kitchen with wood floors and cream cabinets.
Man wearing tan suede loafers with white soles and navy dress pants standing on hardwood floor.
A man in a white shirt stands on the porch of a green house with white trim and a white front door.
Black and white silhouette of a romantic couple embracing near the ocean under tree branches, likely on their wedding day.

 

Venue:

Private Cabin on Round Lake #venue


Vendors

Photography : πŸ“Έ Nicole Hollenkamp Portrait Studio, LLC.

🌸 Blue Tansi in Milaca#weddingflowers

🧁 Cosco #cake #baker

πŸ‘¨πŸΎβ€πŸ³ Home Made Spread Put on by her friends and loved ones #catering

πŸ’‡πŸΌ Simplified Beauty #weddingbeauty #seint

πŸ™Bishop, LDS of Princeton MN #weddingofficiant

SHEIN #dress


Nicole is a wedding photographer with over 13 years experience documenting weddings with a consistant 5 star rating across the web.


 

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