We love when our couples not only share a special connection with each other but also with the places that hold a significant history that have shaped their lives and continue to do so.  Last year we traveled to Brooke & Ryan’s farm in the Kettle Moraine area to capture their engagement session.  The farm has been in Ryan’s family for years.  We had a blast and were even more excited when we learned that their wedding would take place in the church that borders the southern part of their fields.  Their big day did not disappoint.  A relaxed beginning for the gents at Ryan’s farm and a gathering of the lovely ladies at Brooke’s parents home started the day off right.  Yes, we expected warmer weather, and though we didn’t get our wish, we did receive an overcast sky perfect for our family formals.  There is always a silver lining.  The ceremony was extremely memorable.  The history of the church is tied to Ryan’s own history and the history of many of their guests.  Ryan patiently waited for Brooke to walk up the aisle as their amazing soloist/guitarist serenaded the two with Train’s “Marry Me”.  After the knot had been tied and family formals conquered we escaped, albeit slowly, to the farm with Brooke and Ryan leading the way in what must be the awesomest John Deere tractor we’ve ever seen.  The green and yellow definitely beats our those red sub-par tractors (inside joke).  Though we weren’t able to shoot the dynamic of the farm’s fields flush with crops, we were able to capture the two and their wedding party in their remodeled hay barn (more on that later).  And though the wedding party was a little larger than we typically work with, they were easy going, fun loving, and a blast to watch as they interacted with each other and the couple.  Before they headed to the reception, the couple made a stop at Ryan’s father’s grave with a heartfelt wish he was there – it was very touching.  Then wedding celebration found it’s way to the Colombian for the evening’s festivities.  The large dining tables were adorned with center pieces including the salvaged barn wood from Brooke and Ryan’s barn.  Beautiful speeches and much food and grog were followed by the sweet sounds of Saving Savannah.  It was great working with Brooke and Ryan again as well as all of their friends and family.  We wish them the best in their life together.

VENDORS
Ceremony: St. John of God
Reception: The Columbian
Florist: Groths Country Gardens
Invitations & Papergoods: Etsy
Cake: Audras House of Cakes
Dress Designer/Bridal Shop: Mori Lee/Bliss Bridal
Shoes: Betsey Johnson
Bridesmaid Dresses: Ediths Bridal
Makeup: Laura Hiatt
Transportation: Four Star Limo
Music: Midwest Sound/Saving Savannah

We knew after working with Lisa & Tony on their engagement session that their wedding day would be equally fantastic.  There were so many fantastic details and people that made this day so special.  The beautiful spring flowers were the perfect pairing to the ladies dresses.  Lisa was stunning in her layered ruffle gown, while Tony’s Vera Wang suit was especially dapper.  The exchange of letters between the bride and groom was such a sentiment of love captured.  Judge Derek Mosley  couldn’t have created a more perfect ceremony for the couple.  The ‘warming of the rings’ amongst the guests was both unique and heartfelt.  The night topped off with a lineup of beautiful speeches and fantastic dancing.  What a fabulous day to remember!  We were both so honored to share this day with you Lisa & Tony.  Both of you deserve every happiness that is sure to come your way.  Congratulations!

VENUES/VENDORS
Ceremony & Reception: Milwaukee War Memorial
Florist: Fantasy Flowers
Centerpieces: Something Borrowed
Invitations & Papergoods: The American Wedding & Michaels
Cake: Delicately Delicious
Dress Designer/Bridal Shop: Allure, Amelishan Bridal
Suit: Vera Wang
Shoes: Nina
Bridesmaid Dresses: Amelishan Bridal
Hair & MakeUp: You’re Special- Ashley Fransee
Music: Midwest Sound
Officiant: Judge Derek Mosley