VILLA TERRACE MILWAUKEE ENGAGEMENT | TORI & JON

Tori & Jon planned the ultimate engagement session! Three locations, three outfits, and three hours. We spent the evening capturing them at some of the most remarkable locations in Milwaukee! After exploring Lakeshore Park we headed to Lake Park for an elevated view of the city, where we were also treated to the most vibrant yellow trees glowing even brighter as the sun burst through them! The grand finale of Tori & Jon's session was spent at Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum, which they rented for the evening. We had the historic property all to ourselves, which was like a DREAM!! The four of us made our way around every inch of Villa Terrace and squeezed every last moment out of the dropping sun.

These two have been together for over eight years, but with the sweet way they interact you would think their relationship is still new! Tori & Jon are two of the most joyful (and gorgeous!) people we've ever had in front of our cameras, and we couldn't be more excited for their wedding next October at the Grain Exchange in Milwaukee!!

Love, Kelsy & Butch

Engagement photos at Lakeshore Park, Lake Park, and Villa Terrace in Milwaukee, WI. Captured with Contax 645 and Pentax 67 on Fuji Pro 400H and Ilford 3200 film.

FALL PORTRAITS | LAURIE, JON & LANEY

We've had the absolute pleasure of photographing Laurie before and when she asked us to capture her with her two favorites, we were so excited! We started Laurie & Jon's session at their charming, stylish home in Milwaukee. These two have been married for just over a year and wanted to celebrate the occasion with pictures! After a little snuggle time on the couch, their adorable lab, Laney, came bursting in with barrels of energy. She instantly brought so much joy to all of our faces!!

Hart Park served as a perfect location for the second half of their session as the sun was setting on a gorgeous fall day. We knew a little bit of climbing was in order as soon as we spotted a giant fallen tree. How romantic - Laurie and Jon sitting in a tree :) 

Laurie is an amazing wedding photographer in the Milwaukee area and also one of the sweetest ladies you'll ever meet. Her & Jon's love for each other was so evident throughout their session with their little touches and big smiles. :) We couldn't be more thankful they chose us to spend the afternoon with them! Cheers to countless more years of marriage and adventure together!!

Love, Kelsy & Butch

Fall Portraits captured in Milwaukee, WI with Contax 645 and Pentax 67 on Fuji Pro 400H and Ilford 3200 film.

WAUSAU COUNTRY CLUB WEDDING | PATTI & DAN

Patti & Dan celebrated with an absolutely classic Wausau Country Club Wedding. Evolutions in Design provided elegant florals throughout the entire day, perfectly complimenting Patti's elegant "Hollywood" gown and Dan's tux. From the moment we arrived to St. Michaels Church, the two of them were excited to marry each other and celebrate with their closest family & friends!! Patti soaked in a few quiet moments before being escorted down the aisle by her Dad to the smiling groom awaiting her. After saying their I Do's, Patti & Dan's bridal party and family made their way to the Historic Yawkey House Museum for portraits. They were blessed with an absolutely beautiful fall day as the sun kissed their shoulders all day long. Having the Yawkey House all to ourselves for portraits had our smiles touching our ears with excitement! Next, upon arriving at Wausau Country Club, we were able to escape with Patti & Dan onto the fairways. Seeing the two of them smile at each other during those portraits was just magical. The evening light was incredible, Patti & Dan were the happiest newlyweds, and there we were, capturing them on film. We feel SO lucky to have documented Patti & Dan's wedding day!

Guests enjoyed cocktail hour and a giant display of appetizers before entering the most stunning reception space at Wausau Country Club! With Patti's Mom, Micki, planning much of their wedding, she thought of every detail. Including a "kissing bell" awaiting each guest at their table. Dinner was filled with the sounds of ringing bells urging Patti & Dan to kiss just one more time, and we especially loved this means of bringing about smooches because, just like their wedding day, it felt completely timeless. Randy and his amazing team at Evolutions decorated with stunning gold chairs and white florals to make Patti & Dan's celebration romantic, and so beautiful. After sweet (and entertaining!!) toasts, the new Mr & Mrs kicked off dancing with their band, the Bluewater Kings, who from the second the first dances were over had the dance floor stomping with energy.

Patti & Dan, thank you for trusting your wedding day memories to us. We were overjoyed to spend time with you at your parents property for your winter engagement, and couldn't be happier for the two of you!

Love, Kelsy & Butch

Wausau Country Club Wedding Photography captured with Contax 645, Pentax 67 and Hasselblad 500cm on Fuji Pro 400H, Ilford XP2 and Ilford 3200. Developed & scanned by Fast Foto.

Wedding Ceremony: St. Michael's Church | Wedding Reception: Wausau Country Club | Florist: Randy, Evolutions in Design | Hair & Makeup: A-List Bridal | Officiant: Fr. William Grevatch | Cake Artist: Loving Traditions | Band: Bluewater Kings | Invitations: Presto Prints | Rings: The Diamond Showcase | Bride's Gown: Enzoani "Hollywood" Dress from Effie's Bridal Trunk | Bride's Shoes: Badly Mischka | Bride's Veil: The Wedding Shoppe | Bridesmaid Gowns: Monique Lhuillier | Groomsmen Attire: Campbell Haines Menswear | Vocalist: Marie Gustafson

CENTRAL WISCONSIN ENGAGEMENT | SARAH & PAUL

Sarah & Paul visited us in Wausau for their engagement session this fall and we were so happy to have them here! Sarah is just as joyful as the image above suggests, and Paul makes her the happiest woman imaginable!! :) Spending the evening with these two was the absolute highlight of our week! They chose to make their engagement session into a romantic getaway by taking the day off work, Sarah getting her hair & makeup done, and Paul reserving a room at the Jefferson Street Inn to prolong their stay. They put so much thought into their outfits and looked absolutely fantastic!!

After photos along the creek with light making its way through the trees, they dressed up for part two of their session and we headed to Back When Cafe. Sarah & Paul love to travel and explore new restaurants together; what better way to incorporate that into their photos than at one of our favorite date night spots in Wausau! Sarah & Paul had the patio all to themselves as the sun went down, with twinkling lights behind them and an amazing glass of wine in hand. We could have photographed these two all night long and cannot wait for their wedding in Appleton next spring with Cherry Blossom Events!!

Love, Kelsy & Butch

Central Wisconsin engagement photos captured with Contax 645 and Pentax 67 on Fuji Pro 400H and Ilford 3200 film.

FALL WISCONSIN WEDDING | MAGGIE & DJ

Maggie & DJ's wedding fell on a truly perfect early fall day in Wisconsin. The colors were just starting to show, and sunshine followed them all day long! After their fall engagement session in Wausau last year, we couldn't WAIT for their wedding day to arrive!! Maggie & DJ are simply the kind of people you can't wait to see and don't want to leave. They're high school sweethearts as well, and that makes us love them even more. :)

Without Maggie or her parents knowing at the time, her Grandfather started a private account when Maggie was born to gift her with a wedding dress. Although her Grandfather passed before she and DJ became engaged, Maggie's Grandma presented her with this sweet gift which allowed him to have a special part in their wedding. And, Maggie's stunning Allure Bridals dress glistened!! With her beloved hair and makeup artist team from her pageant days, she enjoyed a morning of being dolled up and was an absolutely radiant bride!! Meanwhile, DJ and his gentlemen enjoyed a relaxing morning and couldn't wait for the day to begin. 

Music is a huge part of Maggie & DJ's relationship (he plays guitar and she plays piano/sings), and they incorporated this shared passion into their ceremony by having talented loved ones sing. There wasn't a dry eye in the house as they both started tearing up while Maggie's brother sang! After an emotional ceremony, Maggie & DJ hugged each of their guests in the First Presbyterian Church's charming, ivy-covered courtyard. With a rich, romantic color palette of navy, oxblood and gold, they set the scene for a joyful evening surrounded by everyone they love most! 

Maggie & DJ, your happiness is infectious and we couldn't be more thrilled for the two of you! Thank you so much for the honor of photographing your beautiful wedding day!

Love, Kelsy & Butch

Fall Wisconsin wedding photos captured with Contax 645, Pentax 67 and Hasselblad 500cm on Fuji Pro 400H, Ilford XP2 and Ilford 3200 film. Developed & scanned by Fast Foto.

Ceremony: First Presbyterian Church | Reception: Bridgewood Resort | Wedding Planner: Julie & Maggie from Tailored Engagements | Hair & Makeup: Lee Ann Perrine & Tom Preston with The Look Total Concept Salon | Florist: House of Flowers and Branching Out | Officiant: Pastor Paul Huxtable | Cake: Cake Anatomy | Videographer: Viva La Video | DJ + Uplighting: Fortune Talent | Bride's Gown: Vera's House of Bridal, Allure Bridal | Bride's Shoes: Guess | Bridesmaid Dresses: Bill Levkoff, Vera's House of Bridal | Groomsmen Attire: Du Bois