Hard to believe that just a few days before this wedding, we were shooting Tara + Bart’s engagement session down at McKinley Marina!  Their wedding day was equally as fun.  The ceremony was held at Tara’s Dad’s house in Racine.  It was the perfect backdrop for an intimate exchange of vows.  From the flower girl pulling the ring bearer down the rose petaled isle on a wagon – to the rings being set on a fishing pole (rather than a traditional pillow)… this wedding had all of the little touches that really showcased Tara and Bart’s personalities.  We were so impressed with how many of Bart’s friends and family traveled from France and Poland for this special event.  We especially took note Tara’s wheatgrass centerpieces, having grown all of them herself!  In place of a guestbook, they had a rock station where everyone would sign a rock for their garden.  Such a great idea!  Such a great event!  Thanks to Tara + Bart for allowing us to capture it:)

Remember this great couple?  Well, working with them is always a charm.  They are the easiest to capture – like naturals in front of the camera.  One of our favorite moments included the ‘first look’ meeting.  Not only were we able to capture this intimate moment, they were able to get all of their jitters out of the way (in addition to family portraits:) before the actual ceremony – making for a much less stressful day!  They even rehearsed their vows – it was really sweet to witness and capture.  Such a loving couple and a simply beautiful wedding.  We couldn’t be happier for you two!  Best wishes and happy travels back to sunny Austin, TX.  Yeeeehaaaaaw!

Ceremony/Reception: Ozaukee Country Club
Florist: The Flower Lady
Cake: Simmas
Bridal Shop: Unbridaled – Austin, TX
Hair & Make Up: Impressions Day Spa
Music: Sound by Design
Photo Booth: Mi Photo Booth

Our day began sunny, bright, and warm.  It ended with a cool front, soft clouds, and much needed rain.   In between, we had the privilege of documenting Anne and Ibzan’s nuptials.  The two met working at Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital, share a love of reading (the tables were identified by some of their favorite classics), and have been inseparable since.  The events of the day started early; Anne at Studio D’Angeli, Ibzan getting ready elsewhere.  The mid-morning ceremony was followed by a delicious luncheon at the never-disappointing Lake Park Bistro.  Since the couple planned to honeymoon in France they chose a tasteful French theme for the reception. Thankfully the heaviest of the rain had subsided before our family and formal portraits.  Even though we were worried about our bride and groom getting wet, they were more than willing to brave a few sprinkles here and there for some non-traditonal shots by the Milwaukee Art Museum.  We wish Anne and Ibzan the best on the journey they embarked on.

Ceremony: St. Peter and Paul Parish  
Reception: Lake Park Bistro
Florist: Impressions by Esther Fleming
Cake: Simma’s
Bridal Shop:  Stone Manor Bridal
Hair & Make Up: Studio D’Angeli
Music:  Harpist – Elegant Music Services

We knew when we shot Monica & Dustin’s engagement session, their wedding day would be fantastic.  Aside from their engagement session, we’ve had the chance to hang out with them at numerous weddings throughout the course of the last year.  They are fun loving, have a great sense of humor, and are a blast to work with.  Their wedding was simply beautiful.  Though we don’t really enjoy shooting ceremonies indoors, the church they tied the knot in has to be one of our all time best churches to shoot in.  Got to love the modern architecture parishes are incorporating when rebuilding.  Yes it did rain during the day.  However, as we tell all of our worried couples, it usually doesn’t rain the ‘entire’ day.  The break in the storms passing through gave us just enough time to head over to Trimborn Farm For some great portraiture.  We couldn’t have asked for a better day for such a great couple.  Monica and Dustin, we wish you love and happiness in your new life together.