Wedding photography in Baxter, Minnesota

The people you love most. The day you’ll never forget.

Let’s capture your love story.

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Authentic and honest

Wedding photography shouldn’t mean stepping away from the celebration or missing the joy in the name of perfect poses.

And it definitely shouldn’t mean recreating special moments because they weren’t captured the first time, or wrapping up the party early because your coverage ran out.

You deserve to be fully present—surrounded by your people, in the moment—and know that it’s all being documented honestly and artfully as it naturally unfolds.

You’re not planning just any wedding. You’re planning your wedding.

Maybe it’s tucked away in a cabin by the lake, or set among the trees at your family’s favorite getaway spot. However it looks, you’re filling the day with meaning—the people, the place, the details that feel just right.

You want wedding photography that honors that same intention:

Capturing emotion, connection, and the people who matter most

Portraits that feel natural, joyful, and genuinely like you

A smooth, thoughtful presence that adds to your day (not takes away from it)

A final gallery that lets you relive every part of your celebration in beautiful detail

Because this isn’t just about pretty pictures. It’s about how it felt to be there.

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Establishing Trust

Erin VEstal Photography

You don’t have to do it alone.

I’m here to help your day flow with ease, joy, and intention—so you can be fully present, knowing it’s all being captured with care.

From timeline building to behind-the-scenes support, I’ll be with you every step of the way, helping things go smoothly while keeping family and guests happy in the process.

Erin xo

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Hi, I’m Erin Vestal

About Me

A Baxter wedding photographer (based in Florida) with calm energy, happy enthusiasm, and a big love for telling stories through the little moments and relationships that make your day unique.

My family has vacationed on the Gull Lakes chain for generations, and no other place in the world holds such a special place in my heart. That’s why I travel exclusively to Nisswa for weddings. I reserve my summers for weddings in this region, but couples planning spring or fall weddings are encouraged to reach out to check availability too.

I’m drawn to the in-between glances, the details you chose with care, and the way your favorite people show up to celebrate you.

And if you’re wondering what I love most about this area? It’s the pontoon rides to Zorbaz, biking on the Paul Bunyan trail, and the kind of joy that only the Northwoods can bring.

I believe in intentional planning and relaxed execution—keeping the day smooth and flexible while staying present for the unexpected magic.

I’ll be the one in comfy shoes, chasing the light, soothing the nerves, and making sure your wedding is captured with warmth and heart.

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The Plan

Intentionally Simple, from Start to Finish

No stress. No guesswork. Just a clear path to beautiful wedding memories.

  • Reach out & book a free consultation

    Fill out the inquiry form and we’ll hop on a quick call so I can hear about your vision and you can see if I’m the right fit.

  • Make it official & build your custom plan

    Once booked, we’ll create a wedding day timeline tailored to you—allowing time for everything that matters, without rush or stress.

  • Be present & celebrate fully

    I’ll be there with a calm presence and an attentive eye, capturing everything naturally as it unfolds.

What my couples are saying:

    Thanks so much – these are amazing!!

    April C

    I cannot thank you enough for our family photos! You are so incredibly talented and I am so grateful that we had the opportunity to work with you. 

    Between your kind and gentle personality, your professional online setup, and your eye for envisioning and executing photos, I know you are set up for success here in St.Pete. I plan to spread the word like wildfire about your services. 

    I wish you nothing but the best! 

    Kristin

    After reading reviews and seeing previous work she had done I knew she would make my picture dreams come true. Easy to work with, great with kids, patient, very knowledgeable with the areas and where to take photos best.

    Destini S

    I’ve shed some tears watching the beautiful slideshow but they’re good tears!  I am so happy we found you!  You saw exactly what I had hoped you’d capture.  

    Suzanne

    AHH! Erin!! These are amazing!! We did exactly as you said and gathered on the couch watching the slideshow together on the TV – It was so sweet. 

    You did an excellent job capturing the kids & us! Thank you SO much for such great quality photos/memories. I’m making our Christmas cards today!! 

    THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!

    Jenny

    Alex and I just watched the slideshow and the pictures are amazing; you did an incredible job capturing our family. 😍 You have a fantastic eye for composition and capturing the precious moments we will miss when the kids are all grown up. 

    Natasha

    These are INCREDIBLE! We are in love! Thank you so much for capturing these! We cannot wait to order and share with our family. 

    Lindsey D

    We just purchased our photo package!! We are so excited to pick out our images and use our print credit!

    It was so fun working with you! And you did an amazing job! If we visit IRB again in the future, I will definitely reach out for another amazing experience! 

    Thank you so much!

    Tiffany B

    Mark and I are crying!   You did amazing work!!!   Absolutely in love with the pictures!

    Meredith L.

    Erin! You are so talented and we absolutely love the video and photos❤️ Thank you so much!! We are very grateful to you for capturing all the love and memories of this moment. You are the best! 

    Shawn K.

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