Jamie and Jordan // Rosthchild Pavillion// Rosthchild, WI

Ahhh! This couple! Such a sweet duo. When we met they graciously traveled to me and I felt so connected with then pretty quickly, everything was going great and then Jordan was stung by a bee during our session! Such a champ, we continued on but this little happenstance carried over into the wedding day when Jamie pointed out a tick on Jordans shirt during the ceremony. Its these funny little things and their reactions to them that made these two so fun to be around and work with. Like the universe was goofing with them and they laughed about it. Jamie, the gorgeous and sweet bride and Jordan her go with the flow handsome groom make the perfect couple, together with their babies! HOW cool is it that they brought them for photos?!?

On my travels to this wedding down every single backroad I think Wisconsin has to offer, which I love, the clouds were dark and the rain loomed over me. Once I met with Jamie, suddenly everything was sunny and beautiful and they got their outdoor ceremony they had hoped for.

Some extra special takeaways for me, Jamies shoes! The florals were amazing, Jordan’s stealing glances at his wife, BIg laughs, happiness. Super low key and fun wedding party and families. The location the couple chose for photos, this can sometimes be hit or miss but these two nailed it! and the warm breeze over the water and bridge on the walk to their ceremony on a small island. SO SO perfect. Enjoy the preview and scroll down for vendor love!

Wedding dress designer/store: Oleg Cassini/David's Bridal
Brides Shoes: Jewel by Badgley Mischka
Hair/Make-up: The Squire Salon- Hair, Vanexa Yang: V Beauty House- Airbrush Makeup
Bridesmaids Dresses/store: Azazi.com
Coordinator: Michele Tekler- weddingtekllc
Florist: Green Bee Floral Designs- Naomi Hartl
Cake/dessert: Family Friend
Band/DJ: Music in Motion
Caterer: Rockmans Catering
Invitations/designer: Carlson Crafts
Videographer: Petit Four Films- Minneapolis

The Ivy House Wedding // Susan and Joe // Milwaukee, WI

Do you have any idea the power of inspiration? It can just take someone over in such an amazing way. Here’s a tip, go ahead and consider hiring a photographer who has never been to your venue before. Now, hire a professional, hire someone whose been in business for years and who is reputable. But if they have never worked at your venue before, that’s a GOOD thing. They have a fresh perspective and they will feel inspired. This was me at Susan and Joe’s wedding. I was so taken back by her dress that I left the room to compose myself and return to start shooting. The dress, and venue and veil and grooms attire and florals and weather and the smell in the air and the getting ready suite and the ivy, and the owners of this new venue and most of all the couple and their friends and families- it all really inspired me. I had so much fun with this wedding. I felt like the day was a mix between soft and romantic and urban and edgy. It all molded together like this movie. I love the owners of this new venue, The Ivy House expect big things here, they have been working and dreaming this up for seven years, taking something away from every wedding they DJ’d, putting it all together to create something really whole and beautiful and functional. I’m so glad I was able to be a part of this day with Susan and Joe. Editing these photos I still felt that jolt of inspiration and joy! I hope you feel it too. Excellent vendor list below.

Vendors:

First I want to thank Maggie, a past bride of mine for driving to MKE and assisting at this wedding. I love to see my past brides grow and change and find their calling. I know Maggie has!

Dress: Wedding dress designer/store: Atelier Pronovias 
Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Venue: The Ivy House
Florals: Bloom Floral & Event Design
Caterer: Irene's Catering
Hair: Lyndsee Smith of Locks+Lashes
Makeup: Kelly Schubel of Lustrous Beauty
Bridesmaids Dresses/store: Adrianna Papell
Coordinator: Coordinator: Bloom Floral & Event Design
Cake/dessert: Honeypie
Band/DJ: Milwaukee Airwaves
Invitations/designer: Vistaprint

Lambeau Field Wedding // Annie and Will // Green Bay, WI

Ooooookay, when I am asked to spend the weekend at Lambeau Field you can rest assured I am in! As I said before, highest honor is word of mouth referrals, but even better is a sibling wedding! Both my May weddings were siblings from past weddings which made it so much fun!

Annie and Will chose one of my favorite places on earth for their reception after their very meaningful ceremony. The spring florals went so well with the absolutely nicest day! I think one thing that sticks out at me the very most is the way they put their heads together and hold. It’s so incredibly sweet and I don’t even know if they do it but it’s automatic for them, I noticed them doing it all day and captured it a few times.

At first I gauged their personalities as quiet and calm but they had a surprise in store at the reception, the UW Marching Band! and Annie and Will are alums who played trumpet together which is how they met. And I do not think this day could have ended any better than with them playing with the band! I love nothing more than to watch people open up and becoming fully inspired and alive while doing something they love! Absolutely amazing moments at this sweet wedding! Enjoy and check out the vendors below!

Vendors:

Wedding dress designer/store: The Wedding Shoppe in St. Paul, MN Venue: Lambeau Field

Second Shooter : Emily Balfanz Above Photos # 18,20,31,47,49,50,51,78,82
Brides Shoes: Nordstrom
Hair/Make-up: Kay Kowaleski,
Coordinator: Carter Keenan
Florist: Buds n Bloom,
Cake/dessert: Uncle Mike’s Bakery,
Band/DJ: Fortune Talent DJ,
Caterer: Lambeau FIeld
Invitations/designer: Paper Source