ELEGANT WAUSAU WEDDING | LISA & RYAN

Lisa & Ryan are one of the most thoughtful and genuine couples we've had the pleasure of getting to know. As anyone who knows them well would guess, their wedding plans went far beyond the dress and the venue; they had guests traveling to Wausau from near & far and wanted to be sure that everyone was not only welcomed to town, but also treated like family! The best examples of these warm, intentional gestures were the welcome box each guest received upon checking in to the Jefferson Street Inn, as well as the stack of adorably packaged sugar cookies that awaited them at their dinner table (Lisa's great grandmother's recipe, made by her Mom, Bertie) and the farewell brunch they hosted at their beautiful home the day after their wedding!

Quite possibly the most adorable moment of the year happened when Lisa had enough of not seeing Ryan on their wedding day. Just after slipping into her dress it was time to leave the room and march down the hallways of the Jefferson Street Inn, and if you were supposed to be there for the first look (us!) you'd better get moving! Luckily we were ready and so excited to capture Lisa & Ryan's first look, because the joy and anticipation in her face said it all. Lisa and her high heels practically ran to Ryan as he waited for her on Rib Mountain!

After a heartwarming ceremony at Lisa & Ryan's church here in Wausau, Saint Andrews, they exited through a sea of lavender which smelled even more amazing than you might imagine! :) Randy and his amazing team at Evolutions in Design worked closely with Lisa & Ryan to transform the Jefferson Street Inn into a cozy, romantically-lit space where the two of them and all of their guests enjoyed cocktail hour as well as dinner & dancing with a live band. Their friends & family were just as warm and welcoming as Lisa & Ryan themselves are as a couple, and it all came together into a wonderfully heartfelt (and stunning!) celebration of their love!!

Lisa & Ryan, thank you so much for entrusting us with the honor of telling the story of your wedding day through our images. We look back on your wedding day and our hearts are full seeing  all of the love written on everyone's faces, and we hope all the emotions of your day come rushing back as you look through your wedding photographs.

Love, Kelsy & Butch

All images captured with Contax 645, Pentax 67, Hasselblad 500cm, D800 and Holga 120 on Fuji 400H, PAN F 50, and Delta 3200.

Ceremony: Saint Andrews Lutheran Church | Reception: Jefferson Street Inn | Florist: Evolutions in Design | Hair & Makeup: The Beauty Cat | Cake Artist: Loving Traditions Cakery | Catering: City Grill | Band: Charisma (Bananas Entertainment) | Paper Products: Minted | Videographer: Sweet Pea Cinema | Bride’s Gown: Jenny Lee from Latelier Couture, Minneapolis | Bride’s Shoes: Kate Spade | Bridal Jewelry: a.b.Ellie, Erica Koesler, and Haute Bride + bride's mother's pearls | Bridesmaid Dresses: Saison Blanche | Tuxes: Campbell Haines Menswear | Wedding Rings: Jim Kryshak Jewelers | Photo Booth: Photobooth2Go | String Quartet: Mary Premeau

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

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

LAKESIDE MICHIGAN WEDDING | ANIKA & LYNN

Anika & Lynn's wedding was a perfect example of how, together, friends & family can make anything happen. From the ceramic bears & faux deer heads handmade by Anika's Mom to the men's shotgun shell boutonnieres and a wooden tiki bar, nearly every element of their day was a DIY collaboration!

The morning of their wedding both Anika & Lynn got ready in neighboring homes, all on Duck Lake in Watersmeet, Michigan. With Nola Kahn beautifying Anika, her hair & makeup couldn't have been more stunning, and the bridesmaids sparkled in blush sequins as they helped Anika into her gorgeous dress in a room filled with windows! Just a short walk down a lit trail, their ceremony was set on a peninsula behind Anika's childhood lake house. After a lovely ceremony and sunny receiving line in front of the boat house, guests were welcomed to a fun cocktail hour while we captured Anika & Lynn's portraits just before the evening sun dipped below the tree-line! Add to that some of the best toasts we've ever heard, a jam-packed dance floor, and a grand sparkler exit at the end of the night where Anika & Lynn were whisked off in the back of a 1952 Chevy and you have an amazing, heartfelt wedding celebration!!

Anika & Lynn, we cannot thank you enough for choosing us to be a part of your wedding celebration! We wish the two of you endless years of happiness, joy, adventure, and trips back to Duck Lake to cheers in the very spot where you said your vows :)

Love, Kelsy & Butch

All images captured with Contax 645, Pentax 67, Nikon F100, Holga 120 and D800 on Fuji 400H, Tri-X 400, and Delta 3200.

Flowers: Randy from Evolutions in Design | Paper Products: Remember Me Stationary | DJ: Fabulux Entertainment | Videographers: One Fine Day Productions | Bride's Dress: Rinini, from Bella Bianca | Bride's Shoes: Stuart Weitzman | Bridesmaid Dresses: Fifth Avenue Showstoppwer Dress by Badgley Mischka

BOSTON AREA WEDDING | LYDIA & JON!

We're not sure where to begin as we try to lace together words to match the powerful day that was Lydia & Jon's wedding. Their wedding day was not only a celebration of an all-consuming love, but also a celebration of life and family!

When Lydia & Jon announced their engagement, we have to admit, we did a little bit of a 'happy dance' in the hopes they might think of us to document their wedding celebration. When they did, we were over the moon excited! We planned a Skype date to talk about their hopes for their wedding photos and hear what type of Door County, WI wedding they were planning! Shortly before our Skype date, Lydia emailed to let us know they recently decided to have TWO weddings instead of one! As we continued to read, we discovered that Jon's Dad, Paul, had been battling cancer and, as of very recently, things were not going as they would hope. It was Jon's wish that his Dad would see him marry the woman of his dreams – the woman who he would spend the rest of his life with.

We quickly found ourselves in the air to Boston, almost in disbelief that Lydia & Jon's wedding was just days away. We made the most of our few days in the area before their wedding and, on August 8th, we woke up feeling distinctly honored to capture the incredible day that was ahead of us. Nothing could have prepared us for the emotion we witnessed on this very special day. It was written on everyones faces. Joy. Sadness. Love. Jon brought his dad up the aisle moments before his soon-to-be wife made the same walk with her Dad, and it was as if every emotion was pouring out of his face. Lydia's Dad, Cory, is a Pastor in Door County and his words & wishes couldn't have been more perfect a he gave his daughter away to Jon. This was one of the many personal touches that made Lydia & Jon's wedding so heartfelt and unique to the two of them.

In just a few short months Lydia & Jon planned a day filled with so much thought, you'd think they had been planning for a year! To touch on a few, Lydia's gorgeous dress was custom-made from the same satin that both her Grandmother and her Mom, Darla, wore on their wedding days. The absolutely stunning veil that wrapped Lydia up belonged to Jon's Mom, Kathy. We honestly couldn't get over what a STUNNING bride Lydia was!! Her & Jon's wedding was also made possible by the talent of many family members like the music played during their ceremony and sweet cookie favors awaiting each guest at their dinner table. :)

After lovely words from Cory, Lydia and Jon were ready to share their hand-written vows. Lydia's vows were several pages long and, though she wanted to hold Jon's hand, she also needed one hand to hold the vows and the other to flip through the pages. As if they weren't a cute enough couple already, Jon made this possible by flipping pages for Lydia so that he could hold her hand too! Though very small, this little detail speaks volumes to the "team" that they are.

After portraits in the most romantic evening light followed by especially emotional first dances, Lydia & Jon had a surprise for Paul & Kathy, Jon's parents, during the anniversary dance. They played his parents' wedding song and, as Paul got up to dance with his wife, there were very few dry eyes in the room. This entire day was a beautiful example of the kind of love we all hope for, both from our family members and the person we choose to spend the rest of our lives with.

Lydia and Jon, we honestly cannot thank you enough for choosing us to capture such precious moments with the ones you love!!

Love, Kelsy & Butch

All images captured with Contax 645, Pentax 67 and D800 on Fuji 400H, Tri-X 400, and Delta 3200.