Grand Theater Wausau Wedding | Kate & John

If there’s one thing we will forever think of when reminiscing about Kate & John’s wedding day, it is their ENERGY! These two high school sweethearts have the most contagious zest for life, and everyone who knows them would wholeheartedly agree that their love is the perfect example of what a committed, loving relationship should look like. After photographing their engagement session last fall, we already couldn’t wait for their July wedding at the Grand Theater in downtown Wausau, WI. Fun fact: this is also where we had our wedding reception (back in 2009!), so having weddings there is always extra special for us. Combine that with a gorgeous day & a perfect sunset, and you have two very happy McCartneys!

xx, Kelsy & Butch

Florist: Evolutions in Design | Ceremony: Universalist Unitarian Church Reception: Grand Theater | Hair: Kasha Salon | Makeup: V Beauty House | Bride’s Gown: Rita Vinieris, Posh Bridal Couture Wayzata, MN | Bridesmaid Dresses: Adrianna Papell in Blush Pink | Rings: Jim Kryshak Jewelers | Invitation Suite: Field by Toast and Laurel | Band: Blue Water Kings Band | Ceremony Musicians: Signature String Quartet | Photographers: The McCartneys Photography

Wausau wedding at the Grand Theater. Photographs captured on Contax 645, Pentax 67, Hasselblad 500cm, Nikon F100 with Fuji Pro 400H & Ilford 3200 films. Processed by Fast Foto Film Lab.

WAUSAU WI ENGAGEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY | ELLIE & ANDREW

Ellie & Andrew have such a fun and heartwarming relationship! They're supportive and loving in the way they adore & encourage one another, but also know how to pull out the laughs and have FUN!! We enjoyed every moment of their engagement session and were blessed with a gorgeous evening to capture them in Wausau. They brought along a vintage tandem bicycle and also packed a cozy picnic to enjoy in the field. Seeing their faces of pure joy as they cruised down a charming brick street with their legs flailing and smiles from ear-to-ear was a moment that we can picture them laughing about for years to come! After their bike ride we photographed Ellie & Andrew in a beautiful field with sunlight wrapped all around them. It truly was a perfect ending to a lovely evening spent with these two and we cannot WAIT for their Rothschild Pavilion wedding next May!! :)

Love, Kelsy & Butch

All images captured with Contax 645 and Pentax 67 on Fuji Pro 400H and PanF 50.

GREENWOOD HILLS WAUSAU WEDDING | JODI & BRENT!

Thank you, Style Me Pretty, for featuring Jodi & Brent's wedding!! :)

From the moment we arrived to Jodi's parents house the morning of her & Brent's wedding, she was non-stop smiles and overcome with emotion. Taking in every moment of her & Brent's wedding day and letting each part sink in. Even moments before Jodi slipped into her beautiful lace gown, she was saying "oh my gosh, I'm about to put on my wedding dress!!" :)

Jodi wrote three special letters to be shared on her wedding day – one for her Mom, one for her Dad, and one for her soon-to-be husband. Before heading off to the church she shared a moment with her Mom, and then her Dad, to deliver the letters. She simply wanted them to have a reminder of how much she loves them both – one of the sweetest gestures we've ever seen! Shortly after arriving to St. Mary's, Jodi & Brent also shared a moment before their ceremony. With a modern take on tradition, Brent kept his eyes closed so that he wouldn't actually see his lovely bride until she walked down the aisle. They were able to comfort one another and share a quick embrace before taking time to read the letters they had written for each other. These moments were so emotionally powerful and we felt incredibly lucky to capture such true love!!

Jodi & Brent poured every ounce of themselves into planning their wedding day! Nearly every detail was lovingly created, designed and styled by the two of them – with just the right amount of help from sweet friends & family members! Paired with stunning florals by Fawn of Inspired by Nature, their celebration was absolutely wonderful!! Every single table at their Greenwood Hills Country Club tented white reception had an entirely unique centerpiece, and each one told a part of Jodi & Brent's love story. From shared passions (the Packers & photography, to name a few) to tales of their loved ones and cute little ways they've grown together as a couple, Jodi & Brent expressed what makes them them in such a creative way! And, might we say, a way that we absolutely adored photographing!! :)

After photographing Jodi & Brent in the blue classic car they rode away in post-ceremony and fun pictures with their wedding party, we were also able to sneak Jodi & Brent out for a few evening portraits. We were COMPLETELY blown away by the gorgeous light we were blessed with during this time!!! Being that Jodi & Brent are photographers as well, they were up for any & all picture-taking-time and were excited right along with us about the crazy-beautiful sunset shining over the greens!! Such a romantic setting, and they ROCKED it! :)

Jodi & Brent's love is so apparent. You could spot the two of them in the middle of a giant crowd and know that they are not only meant to be together, but they're also very much in love! Brent's sweet words and thoughtful gestures light Jodi up & bring out her biggest smiles, and she has cute little ways of making smiles creep across his face, too. :) As a couple, these two are not only a wonderful bride & groom whose wedding day we were given the absolute honor of photographing, they are also great friends of ours! Jodi & Brent, we couldn't possibly be more happy for the two of you!!! Thank you SO much for choosing us to capture your beautiful day! :)

Love | Kelsy & Butch

// Film: Fuji Pro 400H & Delta 3200 // Camera: Contax 645, Nikon F100 & Hasselblad 500cm //

BACKYARD WAUSAU WEDDING ON FILM | ROBIN & JOHN!

Robin & John's wedding day was more beautiful than any words we could possibly use to describe it. In every direction, faces were smiling, friends & family were giving one another huge hugs & warm embraces, and the most heartwarming wedding day was being celebrated! Robin & John's gorgeous home and property on Wausau's West side served as the perfect backdrop for their wedding day. What better place to promise all your days to the one you love than your very own yard, surrounded by everyone you adore?

Randy and his amazing Evolutions in Design team played the role of wedding planner, stylist, coordinator, and of course, florist. Every inch of Robin & John's property was adorned with beautiful blooms, sweet treats, and cozy gathering spaces for their wonderful guests. After a delicious meal prepared by one of Wausau's finest, Michaels, the dance floor filled quickly and Stoney Acres Farm began preparations for mouth-watering late night brick-oven style pizzas on the patio!

Words cannot express how grateful we are for being invited into this family's celebration. The impression this family leaves with you is one of warmth, happiness, and love. Robin & John, thank you so very much for the absolute privilege of photographing your celebration!

Love | K&B

// Film: Fuji Pro 400H, Ilford HP5 & Delta 3200 // Camera: Contax 645, Nikon F100 & Hasselblad 500cm // with a few late-night Nikon D800 images ;)

WAUSAU WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS | JULIA & ALEX ON FILM

Where do we begin with the instant smile and overwhelming happiness that comes every.single.time we think back to Julia & Alex's Wausau wedding!!! Not just the two of them, but their families as well, are some of the most genuinely happy, positive, and caring people we have ever met! J&A were blessed with the most beautiful day for a wedding in Julia's family's backyard in central Wisconsin. Surrounded by absolutely gorgeous landscaping and a perfect field of Queen Anne's lace, their personalities were written all over every inch of their wedding day! From the vibrant flowers amazingly created by Randy of Evolutions in Design to the colorful bridesmaid dresses, these happy hues matched Julia & Alex's bubbly personalities so well!!

This wedding has us absolutely swooning over every detail and memory created on Julia & Alex's wedding day! We absolutely know that the overwhelming smiles on their faces in these images will be contagious to you as you scroll through their images as well :)

Love | K&B

// Film: Fuji Pro 400H, HP5 & Delta 3200 // Camera: Contax 645 & Nikon F100 //

Ceremony: the Szmanda Home  |  Reception: Wausau Country Club  |  Florist: Randy at Evolutions in Design  |  Ceremony Officiant: CJ the DJ