the BLOG

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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Katie & Jacob Holy Hill Engagement | Milwaukee, WI Photographers It was a blustery fall day when we trekked around Holy Hill to take Katie & Jacob’s engagement photos, but these two kept up the warm vibes for us all. 🙂

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Anna & Jake Third Ward Engagement | Grant Park Engagement These two are the cutest together!!

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Juliana & Michael DoubleTree Downtown Milwaukee Wedding Juli & Mike are special people. They are two people who are filled to the full with kindness and gentleness. Being a part of their DoubleTree downtown Milwaukee wedding was a joy and honor. These two marked the last wedding of our 2017 busy season (we’ve got a […]

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Alizabeth & Mike Family Farm Engagement | Madison, WI Photographers Alizabeth & Mike are getting married on this gorgeous plot of land that has been in Mike’s family for decades.

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Melanie & Gage Tenney Park Engagement | Madison, WI Photographers Melanie & Gage (and their adorable little pup, Oliver) were such a joy to photograph.

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Shannon & Kurt Rainy Milwaukee Wedding Shannon & Kurt had an extraordinary Rainy Milwaukee wedding. Although rain isn’t ever on the top of anyone’s wedding day list, these two not only met the challenge of rain on their wedding day but fully embraced it. For two adventurous souls who love the outdoors, camping, and hiking, their […]

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