PUMPKIN PATCH PARKER!! :)

If you've ever caught a glimpse of either one of our personal instagram pages (here or here), then you've come to realize that in McCartney land, our most favorite time of the year is FALL. Everything about the season makes us smile from the inside out, and every year we wish that we could find a way to bottle it up and make it stay for just a bit longer!!! From apple-everything to vibrantly colored trees in happy hues and that crisp air, we truly love it all :)

Each fall we go on countless adventures with Parker James – not that this is any different from the rest of the year, but in our eyes it is even better because of the season! Today, we are so excited to share a recent afternoon in the pumpkin patch!!! Parker was leading the way as he tip-toed around & leaped over giant pumpkins and we were following, feeling a bit like kids ourselves. :) With a toasty latte & cappuccino in hand, we started choosing our favorite pumpkins even though Parker had the final say with his "sniff of approval" on each one!! We're off to take a hike with Parker James and are hoping you all find time to enjoy fall while it's still here! :)

Love | Kelsy & Butch

All images captured on film with Contax 645 and Portra 400. 

WISCONSIN FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY | THE McCORISON'S!

We couldn't be more thrilled to share this darling family with you today!! Beyond their perfectly styled outfits, they are one of the most joyful bundles of 5 we've ever had the pleasure of spending time with. :) We met Katie & Kyle years ago at Jody & Chris' stunning St Paul wedding and connected with them right away, so we were especially excited when they reached out to us for a family session! The first day we had planned for their photos was rainy & damp, but after rescheduling we happened to have the most gorgeous fall evening to play around with them & our cameras! The spirit that Will, Ali, Johnny & Lucy bring with them is so energizing, it simply shines out of them!!

Katie & Kyle, we so enjoyed getting to know your family & creating these images together! From toothy smiles to fur vests, monkey piles, and scooting away from Mom & Dad, we had an absolute blast with you guys!

Love | Kelsy & Butch

All images captured on film with Contax 645 and Fuji 400H. 

FALL PORTRAITS IN WISCONSIN | THE STOKES FAMILY!

It is always a giant honor when we're given the opportunity to photograph fellow photographers. James & Katie Stokes are a sweet husband & wife team based in Medford, and they happen to have the cutest kids on the planet!! :)

We met James, Katie, Anakin, Rivalee, Jasper, Joren & Ronan at Rib Falls earlier this month on a beautiful fall afternoon and our goal was to capture them having fun together as a family. The kids brought so much contagious energy & humor to this session that our faces genuinely hurt from smiling & laughing with them!! SUCH a great feeling :)

It felt like we were on an adventure with the Stokes family that included tree climbing, trail blazing & rock-hopping! Seeing James & Katie masterfully herding all 5 of their kids while at the same time being absolutely adorable together in front of our cameras was completely heartwarming. This family of 7 is such an inspiration to the two of us, and we feel so lucky to have captured such love!!

Love | Kelsy & Butch

All images captured on film with Contax 645 + Hasselblad 500cm and Fuji 400H. 

FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY WAUSAU WI | THE SEVERSONS!

Last week we had the pleasure of photographing the Severson family on a perfect fall evening! Are they an adorable bunch, or what?!! It was as if our cameras had magnets that made us point them at Lillian's contagious, cheerful smile and Everett's fast-moving steps!

Kristin & Chris, thank you guys so much for spending time with us! We had so much fun and are grateful to have photographed your cute little family!!

Love | Kelsy & Butch

All images captured on film with Contax 645 and Fuji 400H. 

PS!! There are just three spots open for our mini family portrait sessions next week – be sure to take a peek :)

CELEBRATING MR. DUDLEY!

Earlier this month, we had the absolute honor of photographing Mr. Dudley's private Traditional Irish Wake at the Great Hall. The event was in a spirit of celebration, and it included family & friends who had flown in from all around the country. As everyone who lives in Wausau is certainly familiar, Dick Dudley was a philanthropist with a huge heart for supporting our community. His celebration also included a live performance by the Barbershoppers as well as stunning flowers by Evolutions and catering by The Mint. Photographing the sharing of  "Dickieisms" & hugs throughout the afternoon of mingling & reminiscing left us with such a warm feeling – it would be difficult to measure just how far Mr. Dudley's impact stretched!! :)

Love | Kelsy & Butch