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I am committed to helping you create your dream day. I listen to your needs and desires, and brainstorm with you to make the day even more special. I am here to help bring your ideas to life, and not to tell you how your wedding should be. I have many examples of vows that I am willing to share with you to kick start your creative side! To personalize your vows, I often mention how you fell in love and what you most love about each other. I honor all faiths and all people, and believe that any two people, who choose to dedicate their lives to one another in matrimony, or in spiritual union, deserve my complete respect and dedication in creating the most memorable ceremony possible.


My husband and I are photographers, and I am emotionally touched at each and every ceremony. I thought that it would be amazing to participate in the actual ceremony. I am a romantic at heart. I also can help plan your day. I have resources for local venues, music, photographers, etc to help.

I am a non-denominational minister, but I am happy to deliver a ceremony that speaks to whatever spiritual tradition you embrace. I perform legal marriage ceremonies, as well as unions, partnerships, and other affirmation ceremonies. You can feel comfortable in knowing that your marriage is legal and in great hands. After your beautiful ceremony, I also take care of filing your marriage license.

And speaking from personal experience, I am delighted to report that my own wedding was a wonderful event. I have been happily married to the man of my dreams for 19 years! I wish you blessings in the upcoming days as you prepare for your nuptials.

Please phone or email me so that we can plan your ideal ceremony!

Laura

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Frequently asked questions

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$100

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Baptist
Lutheran
Methodist
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Presbyterian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.
60+ mins.

Reviews of Peterson's Photography & Photo

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Trish Sent on 10/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Laura was everything we could've asked for! She was perfect in every way. She really listened and was very accommodating, as well as charming and personable. She was the perfect officiant!
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Abby Sent on 08/04/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Laura was great and the vows that she had for us were beautiful. When I booked her for my wedding I didn't realize that her husband.was a photographer as well and he took photographs of the wedding for us! Overall it was a great experience!
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Grant Sent on 09/03/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Laura was terrific. She worked to our specific plans and offered options that made things very simple. Our big day was significantly improved by having her be a part of it. We had so many people comment on Laura's ceremony, and some engaged friends who have already contacted Laura for her services at their wedding.
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Tanya Sent on 02/14/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Laura is fabulous to work with. With all the stress of planning a wedding she made the most important part of it (the ceremony) so enjoyable and memorable! Thank you for everything that you did Laura!! <3

John & Tanya Audas
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Nicole Sent on 02/14/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Laura officiated my wedding this past summer and was a delight to work with. We were not the easiest couple to accommodate as we had an unusual ceremony and specific needs. She rose to the occasion and officiated her first ever pagan, lesbian and all vegan wedding! I'm guessing there aren't a lot of weddings like ours. She was excited for the challenge and from the beginning treated us as if she felt honored to be a part of our celebration. She also had to travel a few hours for the event and arrived early, allowing us plenty of time to set up and feel prepared.Laura was a delight to work with and I would not hesitate to recommend her to others.
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Dennis Sent on 02/14/2012
5 out of 5 rating
laura was awesome. she is a very professional, delightful, and funny person. u can tell she has done many many weddings. we didnt really know what our vowes wanted to be and she gave us tons of options. she was very patient and understanding. she helped us with our vowes and my wife and i were very pleased. in fact, i will use her on my next wedding,lol. jk. u wont be sorry. oh yeah, her husband is a professional photographer as well. they make a great team. i totally wasnt expecting this but he took a few pics and put them on a disk for us. they happened to be the best pics that we have. thx again laura for being a part in our wedding!!!!!!!!!!
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Cindy Sent on 10/03/2013
4.9 out of 5 rating
Laura did great! Her added touch to the vows was perfect for me and my now husbands long standing relationship and entire family. I think all the men shed a tear. lol
She was very accomodating to me as a very unprepared bride. She was very flexable. Great job Laura!!! Thank you for your services.
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