The sweet love shared between Gabi and Shane, childhood friends and recent newlyweds, was captured by RaeLyn Nicole Photographyon the shores of Lake Harriet in this styled shoot that highlights the beauty found in simplicity and nature.

Harlow Hannah Floral Design provided a gorgeous floral crown and bouquet that accented Gabi’s warm glow perfectly.

Shane and Gabi met when they were just 8 years old, living down the street from one another. They grew up going to church together, becoming close friends.

The couple shared their first date mini-golfing at Centennial Lakes after graduating high school.

They got engaged on New Years Eve of 2015 and were married in Stillwater, Minnesota on September 15th, 2016!

These charming canoe shots give a nod to the Minnesota lake life.

There’s nothing quite like a Minnesota love story, is there?