Some wedding days arrive wrapped in sunshine. Others arrive softly, under a blanket of gray - quiet, moody, and unexpectedly magical. This was the latter, and it was perfect.

On a gloomy day at Saint John’s Abbey, surrounded by soaring architecture and centuries of history, Gianni & Zach promised forever. The light was muted, the sky unsure, but inside the abbey everything felt steady and certain. Love echoed through the space, carried by meaningful vows and the presence of a big, joyful wedding party - friends and family who showed up with full hearts and happy tears.

The celebration continued at The Regency in St. Cloud, where the energy shifted from reverent to electric. Laughter filled the rooms, glasses clinked, and the dance floor stayed full. It was the kind of celebration where you could feel how deeply loved this couple is - by each other, and by everyone who came to celebrate them.

And just when it felt like the day had already given everything it could, the sky had one last surprise. As the evening celebration continue,, the clouds parted just enough to reveal a rainbow stretched across pink skies - a quiet, breathtaking ending to a day that proved beauty doesn’t need perfect weather to shine.

A gloomy forecast. A radiant love. And a wedding day no one will ever forget. It was an honor to be a part of Gianni & Zach’s wedding day and to celebrate alongside so many people who clearly adore them.

Words from Gianni & Zach

“We are so incredibly grateful we chose Marisa as our wedding photographer!!! From the very beginning, she was so helpful and hands-on—especially when it came to building our wedding timeline. Her guidance made the day flow so smoothly and allowed us to truly enjoy every moment without stress.

Neither my husband nor I are super comfortable in front of the camera, but she made us feel so at ease—it honestly felt like we were just hanging out with a friend! Her calming, positive energy helped us relax and be ourselves, and that came through in every single photo. And the photos... WOW. They are absolutely stunning - beautifully edited, timeless, and full of emotion. Her professionalism and eye for detail are unmatched. Every photo feels like a piece of art, and we’ll cherish them for the rest of our lives.

If you’re looking for a photographer who is not only incredibly talented but also kind, supportive, and fun to be around - book her immediately!!! We couldn’t imagine our day without her and will recommend her forever!”