Wausau Family Portraits | The Holmsons

On a sunny summer evening we met Kirsten, Eric, Will and Rayne at a local park. We have known the Holmson family for years and loved our time with them! They brought the best energy to their session, and the love in their family warmed our hearts. Thank you, Holmsons!

xx, Kelsy & Butch

Family portrait session in Wausau, Wisconsin. Photographs captured on Contax 645, Pentax 67, Nikon F100 with Fuji Pro 400H film. Processed by Fast Foto Film Lab.

Fall Family Portraits in Wausau | The Manzons

The Manzon family’s sunroom and property served as the perfect location for their fall family portrait session! Their son, Bradley, is at such a fun playful age and we loved spending this sunny morning with them!

xx, Kelsy & Butch

Fall family portrait session in Wausau, Wisconsin. Photographs captured on Contax 645, Pentax 67, Nikon F100 with Fuji Pro 400H. Processed by Fast Foto Film Lab.

2015 PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY

Portrait sessions fill our hearts to the brim. Whether it’s photographing the anticipation of a soon-to-be Mom and Dad, the precious newness of brand new parents, a family of five with little ones running around, or a grown-up extended family who is simply happy to be all together in one place and wants the occasion documented, all of these sessions are centered around love. And capturing love in all of its forms is why we love what we do!! The little glances up at Mom and Dad, the tickle attacks and laughter, there is so much beauty in families and those connections are a giant source of inspiration for us as photographers. To all of the families and couples we had the privilege of photographing in 2015, thank you!! Thank you for inviting us in and feeling comfortable enough with us to be yourselves. We cannot wait to see what this year brings!!

Love, Kelsy & Butch

Wisconsin Maternity, Newborn & Family Portraits captured on medium format film with Contax 645, Pentax 67, Rolleiflex 3.5c and Hasselblad 500cm on Fuji Pro 400H, Ilford XP2 and Ilford 3200 films. Processed by Fast Foto.

WADE HOUSE WEDDING | ALLYSON & JOHN

Allyson and John planned a wedding filled with their love of not only each other, but also their beloved home states: Wisconsin and California! A gift bag with fresh (squeaky!) cheese curds, chocolate in the shapes of WI & CA, as well as many other heartfelt treats welcomed all of their guests. This theme carried through to a tented reception at historic Wade House where Allyson & John's closest friends and family dined on Wisconsin brats & curds and In-n-Out style burgers.

These two were literally bursting with excitement to be married to each other!! So much so that midway through the ceremony Allyson threw her arms up and wrapped them around the man who had just promised her forever. Celebrating continued with the four of us exploring Wade House's amazing property — we were head over heels while photographing these adorable newlyweds around so much history! 

After dinner, Allyson & John treated their guests to an absolutely breathtaking fireworks show!! The flashes of light and color felt so grand and, while their guests may not have needed it, seemed to shower energy that translated into an absolutely packed dance floor. 

Seeing their bright eyes and giant smiles made us feel infinitely lucky that we were their to preserve their wedding memories. Thank you, Allyson & John, for inviting us into your very special day!

Love, Kelsy & Butch

Getting Ready Venue: American Club, Kohler, WI  |  Ceremony: St. Cloud Catholic Church  |  Reception: Wade House Historical Site  |  Day-Of Set-Up & Rentals: Sash & Bow  |  Hair & Makeup: Now & Zen  |  Florist: Wreath Factory  |  Officiant: Fr. Richard Klingeisen  |  Cake Artist: Cakescapes  |  DJ: ACA Entertainment, Alex  |  Catering: Kitchens of Kohler  |  Invitations: Matthew Kelsey Printing  |  Rings: Vanessa Nicole Jewels, custom-made in San Diego  |  Bride's Gown: Kleinfeld's, Tara Keely  |  Bride's Veil: Kleinfeld's  |  Bride's Shoes: Michael Kors  |  Bridesmaid Dresses: Alfred Angelo in Eggplant  |  Groomsmen Attire: Calvin Klein from Mens Wearhouse  |  Welcome Bags: Pine River Dairy Cheese Curds, Beernstein's Chocolates  |  Wedding Favors: Flipbooks  |  Fireworks: Spielbauer Fireworks  |  Ice Sculpture: Krystal Kleer Ice Sculputres