We met Brittany and Matt last year while they made preparations for their 2014 wedding.  After hitting it off with them over drinks and conversation at the home studio we were awash in anticipation for their engagement session.  Since Brittany and Matt call the Third Ward home we thought it very apropos to capture the love they share at their stomping grounds.  From a first date at Vino 100 to  building a life -long commitment to each other to becoming proud parents of Lilly – the cutest beagle/basset hound ever to grace the Brew City’s Riverwalk – they’ve inextricably woven Milwaukee’s Third Ward into their love story forever.  To say the shoot went well is an understatement.  It was type of summer evening where the heat of the day was balanced perfectly by the setting sun and cool lake breeze.  With conditions like this, we only set the wheels in motion, sit back, and enjoy capturing the bond that keeps the two parts from ever separating.  Of course the star (or should we say dog- star since we are creeping into the dog days of summer) of the evening received her just camera coverage.  Lilly provided countless laughs and some wonderful expressions for everyone involved.  We can’t wait to witness Brittany and Matt’s vows next year.  Congrats.

It’s difficult to think of anything more relaxing and enjoyable than summer evenings in the Brew City with the ones you love.  The warmth of the setting sun coupled with a cool lake breeze can create a collective amnesia of the months of ice and chill.  We were delighted to have the chance to hang out with Jackie and Evan and their two fur-babies for a beautiful engagement session along the Milwaukee River.  Jackie and Evan took to the shoot like a fish to water.  The love they share and their desire to commit their lives to each other  was more than evident.  No need for overly confusing direction or even our best fashion photographer impersonations.  Even the thought they put into their coordinating outfits was incredible.  It’s hard to beat his and her’s Chuck Taylors in our book.  We can’t wait to see what their October wedding has in store for us.

Oh the threat of summer rain.  It can make you crazy with anticipating its arrival – especially if you have a scheduled shoot with a gorgeous couple, one half of which had make-up and hair done especially for the occasion.  Luckily Mother Nature knows just how long and arduous it can be spending hours at the salon and held off the rain til later.  For their engagement session Danielle envisioned a rustic farm setting.  Without knowing a farmer who owns a rustic farm that would fit the bill, we opted for one of our favorite locations that gives the impression of farm life circa 1890 – Trimborn Farm.  Danielle and Brandon were amazing not only to photograph but to also watch.  Their interactions with one another and the ways they physically expressed their love was incredible.  Though slightly shy and somewhat reluctant in front of the camera at first, the two were essentially models by the end of their session.  They even knew how and when to correct a posed shot before we had the chance to help direct.  Brandon kept things light and humorous giving his best fashion photographer impression – lol indeed.  Danielle’s trip to the salon exceeded our expectations.  Great hair, great make-up, and a perfect smile – we can’t wait to see how she will look walking down the aisle to meet Brandon come October.

We love when our couples bring well thought out props.  Props that showcase their style, what they enjoy in life, and preview a taste of what’s to come on the big day.  For Lauren and Jordan’s engagement session, they loved the idea of a late summer afternoon picnic.  Who can blame them?  Is there anything better than a romantic picnic in the park with the one you love to kick off the Memorial Day weekend?  Working with the gorgeous couple was a breeze.  They had no problem jumping right into the shoot when we told them to show a little affection.  We can’t wait to see what their local nursery farm wedding has in store for us later this summer.

Spring is here, nature is in bloom,  and love is in the air.  Or, is that just the pollen?  Either way we get the sniffles and a little teary eyed.  This past Sunday’s engagement session with Amanda and Anthony was no exception.  Due to their extremely busy schedules we didn’t get a chance to meet Amanda and Anthony prior to their shoot.  What a great way to spend an evening.  Lovely weather, a leisurely stroll at one our favorite parks, and some great conversation with new friends.  We hit it off immediately with Amanda and Anthony.  Not only were they extremely easy going and down for a venture in nature, they are amazing in front of the camera.  Amanda has one of the best smiles we’ve had the pleasure of capturing.  Anthony’s confident demeanor and infectious affection he shows while in Amanda’s presence is priceless. Together the couple are perfect.  Watching them hold each other while enjoying the scenery reminded us of why we decided to commit ourselves to each other ten years ago (May 17th!).  And of course, we had to cheer when Amanda whipped out the Vikings blanket to use for ground cover while sitting in the field.  In a word, it was the blanket Amanda’s mom didn’t care about getting muddy or defiled – Go Pack!  We can’t wait to work with Double A (Amanda & Anthony – I’m trying to come up with couple nicknames now and it sounded better than Amanthony), their friends and family for their wedding in  August.