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.

ABOUT THYME FARM DOOR COUNTY WEDDING | SAMANTHA & ROBB

From the stunning house on Lake Michigan where the ladies got ready to a late-night fireworks display over the corn field, every moment of Samantha & Robb's wedding celebration was well thought out and perfectly planned. Not to mention, overwhelmingly filled with joy, SO beautiful, and incredibly styled & coordinated by Carrie and her amazing team at Door County Event Planners!

And best of all? Samantha and Robb!! They exchanged handwritten vows and were being the most adorable almost-newlyweds by sharing little glances and whispers while up on the alter. Once their vows were sealed with a kiss, Samantha & Robb exited Stella Maris Church through a sea of bubbles and Door County Trolley escorted them back to Jacksonport for portraits along the shore where Samantha's family has vacationed for years!

Upon arriving at About Thyme Farm, they were welcome by a sea of guests enjoying signature cocktails and live music by the North Coast Orchestra. This was just the beginning of the romantic candle-lit evening they planned, including some of the most entertaining and well-worded toasts we've ever heard, a gorgeous sunset casting its golden light over the field, and a jam-packed barn dance!! Samantha & Robb also planned a fireworks display and the only way we can describe how amazing it was is to say, from beginning to end, it was like a giant grand finale. To top it off, Rob snuck his new bride out toward the corn field to have their own private front-row view of the show. :) With all of their guests cheering behind them, there's no doubt in our minds that this must have been the most powerful fireworks show Samantha & Robb have ever taken in!!

We are so thankful to have gotten to know Samantha & Robb and had the pleasure & honor of capturing their GRAND celebration! With an amazing team at their side including gorgeous blooms by Flora, sweets from FlourGirl Patissier, and the best wedding planner in all of Door County, they dreamed up a celebration that will never be forgotten. Cheers to this amazing couple!!!

Love, Kelsy & Butch

All images captured with Contax 645, Pentax 67, Hasselblad 500cm, Nikon F100 and Holga 120 on Fuji 400H, PAN F 50, and Delta 3200.

Wedding Coordinator: Carrie Baldwin-Smith from Door County Event Planners | Ceremony: Stella Maris Baileys Harbor Church | Reception: About Thyme Farm | Florist: Helene from Flora Flowers | Hair & Makeup: Kari Pudlo | Cake Artis & Sweets Table Treats: Sarah Basch from FlourGirl Patissier | Pie Pops: Sunflour Bakery | Catering: Mission Grille | Band: North Coast Orchestra | Paper Products: Elizabeth Grace | Videographer: Copper Clover Films | Bride’s Dress: Ulla-Maier from Ultimate Bride Chicago | Bride's Shoes: Kate Spade | Bridesmaid Dresses: Dessy Group in Icelandic Blue | Groomsmen Suits: The Black Tux | Wedding Favors: Cherry Jam Jars from Koepsels Farm Market

FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY WAUSAU WI | LESLEY, JASON & AUDEN!

How adorable are these three!! After photographing Lesley & Jason's engagement and amazing backyard wedding, we were crossing our fingers that we might have the honor of meeting their sweet little man on one of their trips back to Wausau. As it turned out, they were home just a couple weeks ago and we adored capturing them as the loving parents that they are to their already-trendy little one, Auden. As we've jokingly mentioned to Lesley & Jason before, they are truly one of the most creative, stylish and fun couples we know, so it didn't surprise us one bit when Auden was dressed in the cutest outfit on the planet!! He loved flying high in the sky in his Mom & Dad's arms, and seeing his reflection in the mirror brought out so many cute little expressions! :)

Lesley & Jason, thank you guys so much for spending the afternoon with us! We're so happy for you – you sure have a sweetheart on your hands and we cannot wait to see Auden grow!

Love, Kelsy & Butch

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

MUNSON BRIDGE WINERY WEDDING | BRITTANY & DUSTIN!

Where do we begin with the incredible celebration that was Brittany & Dustin's wedding day?! These two are such an inspiring couple. Together they are fun, loving, witty, adorable, adventurous, and FULL of life! Every inch of Munson Bridge Winery's beautiful property was styled into a genuine representation of who Brittany & Dustin are and what they love most. From an olive tasting bar and open air Photo Booth to handmade yard games and the biggest cupcake spread we've ever seen, they treated their guests to a truly heartfelt day!!

Moments before Dustin saw his gorgeous bride for the first time, he was completely overcome by emotion. It didn't stop there, as he and Brittany have such a connection that capturing sweet moments for them seemed to never end. Gentle embraces filled with anticipation, bursting out into laughter while riding a vintage bicycle together, and Dustin scooping up his bride for their first kiss after saying "I do" are just a few parts of their celebration that still have us smiling. :)

Brittany & Dustin, we know how much thoughtful planning you put into your wedding day and, to us, that is just one example of how amazing the two of you are together! We wish you lived in Wisconsin so that we could have regular game nights and dinner dates. :) Wishing you two so much love and happiness!!

Love, Kelsy & Butch

All images captured with Contax 645, Pentax 67, Nikon F100 and Holga 120 on Fuji 400H, PAN F 50, and Delta 3200.

Flowers: Randy from Evolutions in Design | Wedding Coordinator: Gloria Mitchell | Hair Stylist: Nicole Semling, Absolute Hair | Makeup Artist: Vanexa Yang | Cake Artist: Jessica | DJ: Midwest Sound | Catering: B&S Catering | Bride’s Dress: from Jon's Bridal | Bridesmaid Dresses: Alfred Sung in Coastal | Bride's Earrings: SweetMelodyShop on Etsy | Groom's Suit: Banana Republic | Officiant: Pastor Bruce Lamont | Wedding Singer: Jerry Teclaw

WISCONSIN NEWBORN PHOTOS | THE KAGEN FAMILY

We recently had the absolute pleasure of visiting Zainab & Mike in Appleton, where we simply couldn't wait to meet their adorable little one, Gabe! In a room filled with windows and glowy light, Gabe let his parents love on him non-stop and was such a good little almost 8-week old for his very first photo shoot. :) He even gave us a few smiles in the form of the cutest grin imaginable! It's so amazing seeing Zainab & Mike as "Mom and Dad" just over a year after their beautiful wedding in Milwaukee. They seem to have fallen into their new roles seamlessly, and it made us so happy to see them as a family of three!!

Love, Kelsy & Butch

All images captured with Contax 645, Pentax 67, Hasselblad 500cm and Nikon F100 on Fuji Pro 400H and Tri-X 400.