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A collection of real Wisconsin weddings, meaningful moments, and stories told as they unfolded. Here you’ll find full wedding days, favorite venues, and glimpses into the celebrations we’re honored to document.

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Kyle & Emma’s Memorial Union Engagement It was a stunning evening with Kyle & Emma at UW-Madison’s Memorial Union. These two are so adorable together, so fun to be with, and we loved our time with them. It was the most perfect evening to be enjoying the lakeside and Madison vibes. We can’t wait for […]

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Ashlee & Mitch’s NOAH’S Event Venue Madison Wedding Ashlee & Mitch have known each other since they were in 5th grade. Ashlee played on Mitch’s basketball team, and it quickly turned into young love. For these two, this wedding day was a long time coming; it was a celebration of all that they’ve gone through […]

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Tonine & Tim’s Milwaukee Art Museum Engagement It was such a blast with Tonine & Tim during their Milwaukee Art Museum engagement session. Like many of our spring engagement sessions, we had to reschedule a couple of times due to the weather. So when it came time for their engagement session and the weather was […]

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Kelsey & Jason’s The Box MKE Wedding Kelsey & Jason’s The Box MKE wedding kicked off our busy season this summer! Their day was absolutely beautiful, from the weather to the endless details that Kelsey put into place. We began the day at a GORGEOUS condo overlooking the Third Ward. Kelsey’s friend offered her space […]

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You know I love snuggling babies! I could rant & rave over it all day long. I just LOVE these images from the latest newborn session with my cousin’s new baby girl. (And I thought the crying picture was actually the MOST adorable… because, well, newborn!) 🙂 Enjoy ~

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My sister is getting MARRIED! This girl who I once looked at as my “little sister” has grown into an amazing woman. She has quickly become one of my absolute best friends. It’s been one of the highlights of my adult life to be able to witness her relationship with Tim! These two met in […]

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