A COLLECTION OF REVIEWS
DATING BACK TO 2009
Kelsy and Butch are INCREDIBLE. It was so easy to communicate with the McCartneys from day 1. They were prompt with their responses, committed to getting to know us as a couple, and thorough in pre-planning for our wedding day.
On our wedding day, they brought such amazing energy and immediately put us at ease! They were so positive and accommodating when we requested some additional unplanned pictures/groups on the day of too.
Lastly, the pictures!!!! Just wow. We are in love. They found the perfect balance of candid and posed photos that we requested. Everyone who was a part of our wedding had nothing but positive things to say. I would 100% choose the McCartneys again to capture the best day of our lives, and you will not regret it :) Thanks so much, Kelsy and Butch!
-ANDREA & KYLE, DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2023
I don't have the right words to give The McCartneys the justice they deserve on this review! This husband and wife team is outstanding at what they do! Butch and Kelsy did our engagement pictures, as well as our wedding photos, and every single picture is a "million dollar photo"! Not to mention, they have the best personality, professionalism and energy! My husband was so anxious on our wedding morning about everything going right and once The McCartneys arrived, he said his anxiety went away and he was immediately happy! They have a way of working with couples, their guests, and other wedding vendors. Overall, I could not recommend them enough as photographers on your big day! Worth every penny.
-OLIVIA & CASEY, GORDON LODGE DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2021
I have known Kelsy and Butch since I was about thirteen years old. I first met them when they photographed my cousins wedding, and then our paths crossed again for my senior photo session. Fast forward six years later, and I had the privilege of them photographing my very own wedding this past July! They are the kindest, most genuine people to work with and I could not have asked for better photographers.
From the initial survey to the day of photography timeline, every detail was planned out exactly as I had imagined. Kelsy and Butch made us feel so comfortable, and the day went by seamlessly! I think our favorite part of this process was being able to see how much they truly cared to make our day as special as possible.
With all of that being said, our photos are so timeless and beautiful, and we feel so blessed to be able to have them to look back on for the rest of our lives. The McCartneys are the absolute best and we would recommend them to everyone!!
-KELLY & PETER, WAUSAU COUNTRY CLUB WEDDING 2021
Kelsy and Butch are the best wedding photographers! My husband and I were apprehensive about how our day would be impacted by having two people we hadn’t met with so much involvement in our wedding. I was nervous while getting ready, but as soon as Kelsy and Butch walked in I was at ease. I felt like I was sharing my day with dear friends. They were amazing at capturing beautiful photos and memories of our wedding day without being obtrusive. They have a keen eye and captured so many magical moments so we will remember them forever. Their work is amazing and the level of talent, professionalism and attention to detail is unmatched. Kelsy and Butch hold a special place in our hearts and still feel like our dear friends. We can’t wait for them to capture photos of our growing family now. Thank you Kelsy and Butch for being so amazing!
-MARY CLARE & BRET, HORSESHOE BAY BEACH CLUB WEDDING 2020
We hired the McCartneys to be our wedding photographers and it was one of the best decisions we made for that day (other than marrying each other- of course!)! Before the wedding they gave very clear instructions on what information they needed from me ahead of time to help the day run seamlessly. Having the McCartneys felt like I had an extra set of friends with me the day of the wedding.
They made my husband, our wedding party and myself feel comfortable in front of the camera. Our pictures from the day are one of my most prized possessions.
I highly HIGHLY suggest hiring them for your wedding!
-KATE & JOHN, WAUSAU WI WEDDING 2019
Choosing The McCartneys as our wedding photographers was HANDS DOWN one of the best decisions we made while planning our wedding! We had done extensive research when looking for wedding photographers in the Door County area, and fell in love with The McCartney's work the moment we saw it! From initial communication to our engagement session to our wedding day to receiving our photos and beyond, Kelsy and Butch made us feel so comfortable and excited about every single step of the process (especially during the times that planning a wedding can seem so daunting and intimidating)! We cannot even describe the passion and positivity that they put into the entire wedding planning process for us! It truly felt like we had known them for years- they are just SO AMAZING at what they do! They go the extra mile, all of the time, ensuring that no details are missed. Kelsy and Butch are such a wonderful presence to have around on the most important day of your life and we cannot recommend them highly enough. We just LOVE them!!!!
-KRISTEN & ALEX, ABOUT THYME FARM, DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2018
We recently had our wedding in central Wisconsin with the McCartneys as our photographers. They were truly nothing short of amazing! In no universe would I consider myself a model or good in front of the camera, but both Butch and Kelsy made me feel so beautiful and coached me through everything. I also love how they capture the candid moments, as those are really the best! They were so much fun and effortless to work with. They truly have a gift and I am so so thankful we chose them to capture our most favorite day!
-EMILY & BRANDEN, ROTHSCHILD PAVILION WEDDING 2018
The McCartneys came highly recommended by our wedding planner and photographed our Door County wedding in June 2018. Butch and Kelsy were amazing to work with and made my husband and feel so comfortable and loved. When you’re a client of Butch and Kelsy, they treat you like family and genuinely enhance your wedding day. Their fun personalities, smiling faces, and energy helped make our wedding day even more special than we could’ve imagined. I feel so fortunate to have such amazing pictures to document every moment of our wedding day. Our wedding guests raved about how great the photographers were and how they interacted with the guests to get stunning pictures. These joyous memories will last a lifetime. I would recommend The McCartneys Photography to any bride and groom looking for very detailed, organized and personable photographers!
-ABBIE & DAN, HORSESHOE BAY BEACH CLUB, DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2018
Excellent wedding photographers!! These guys are the best. From the time we first met them to the engagement photos to the big day, Butch and Kelsy were so easy to work with and made every experience fun and memorable! The McCartneys know how to capture the feeling of each moment, and it truly comes through in their photos. They are the perfect combination of professional and personable. This photog team is worth every penny, and my wife and I are so happy they were available to work with us! Thanks, McCartneys!!!
-JUSTUS & KATIE, HORSESHOE BAY GOLF CLUB, DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2017
Easily one of the best decisions we made concerning our big day, the McCartneys are the whole package! To start, Butch and Kelsy are an amazing, two photographer team. The day of the wedding goes by too fast, so having an extra camera on hand made sure that we were able to capture all of our special moments. If that isn't enough, the photo quality is exquisite! The McCartneys are different than most photographers in that they shoot traditional film. It doesn't sound like a big deal, but the quality of the film shots is superior (in our opinion), adding that last missing element from comparable photos we have seen. The cherry on top of our experience is the personal connection that we made with our photographers. From our consults, to a dinner meeting here and there, and all of the way through the wedding, Butch and Kelsy are amazing to work with. Their light-hearted attitude, paired with an amazing work ethic, truly sets this pair apart from other photographers. We could not have envisioned a better experience with better people and would highly recommend the McCartneys to anyone who asks!
-ELLIE & ANDREW, ROTHSCHILD PAVILION, WAUSAU WI WEDDING 2015
John and I found the McCartney's through our good friends who have used them to capture all their precious moments (wedding and their two adorable girls)! We spoke to multiple photographers and as soon as we Skyped with Butch and Kelsy we knew we wanted them to capture our special day! We felt like we knew them for years! The amount of detail they but into their business and their clients is unlike anything I have seen or experienced! From the initial welcome box they sent us with personalized touches to the timelines and sending us our wedding photos in such a timely manner. Our pictures are incredible, so many people compliment on the quality and style! Butch and Kelsy were incredible to work with and went above and beyond our expectations in every way! I would highly recommend the McCartney's for anyone's photography needs our pictures are stunning!
-ERIN & JOHN, ABOUT THYME FARM, BAILEYS HARBOR DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2015
Kelsy and Butch were incredible to work with. My husband and I could not be happier with our choice to work with them for our wedding. Even though we live in Seattle and were getting married in Wisconsin, we found them to be extremely responsive and easy to work with leading up to both our engagement session and the big day. They were very willing to be flexible and accommodate our every wish. They were helpful in planning out the timeline for our wedding, and our entire wedding party enjoyed working with them. Kelsy and Butch were professional, passionate about their work, and of course they take absolutely beautiful photos!! We can't thank them enough for all that they did and all the wonderful memories they captured for us. We highly recommend them to others!
-SARAH & JEFF, THE UNIVERSITY CLUB OF MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN WEDDING 2015
Hiring Butch & Kelsy McCartney was the best decision of our entire wedding, and we have amazing pictures to prove it. Words can't express how highly we recommend them. We hired them for both our engagement session and our wedding day. Their talent is undeniable. They always seemed to be in the right place at the right time to capture every amazing candid moment. The way they capture light in outdoor photos makes every photo look magazine worthy. In addition, they're both really sweet people. Their positive energy & enthusiasm is contagious. They're the kind of people you'd want to hang out with outside of your wedding day too. They're also incredibly thoughtful and don't overlook any details. Everything we got from them felt like a surprise "gift." I instagrammed the un-boxing of the wedding photos they sent us because it just looked & felt that special! And to boot - they got our wedding pictures on Style Me Pretty. I couldn't believe it - definitely the cherry on top of the wedding cake!
-ANDREA & ERIC, OSTHOFF RESORT, ELKHART LAKE, WI WEDDING 2013
Kelsy and Butch were the most wonderful photographers!! We loved their style and their easy going nature. You can really tell that they enjoy taking photos because they have fun while they are doing it! I can not say enough good things about this fun talented duo. :) They were very professional and flexible with our plans, and we feel that the value was amazing. Not only do their photos turn out wonderful, but their product is just as good. I liked the fact that the albums are handcrafted and can easily be put out on the coffee table because they are so well made and hard-wearing. We would absolutely recommend these two whole-heartedly to anyone looking for a fresh unique take on wedding photography. In fact when we were on our honeymoon in Hawaii last month that's all we kept saying... "Kelsy and Butch would take such AMAZING photos here!!!! We should've hired them to come along with us!!!!' :D Thank you two again soooo much for helping us remember how beautiful our day was!!! :)
-JEN & JEFF, GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN WEDDING 2012
Kelsy and Butch are simply awesome! From the first time we met them during our engagement photo session to our cememony and reception, they made us feel so comfortable around them and in front of the cameras. Our pictures turned out better than we ever hoped, and they captured all the moments that we will never forget. Kelsy and Butch took the time to make us feel really special, and we felt like they really cared about our wedding day and what was important to us. Several members of our wedding party agreed that Kelsy and Butch were the easiest photographers they had ever worked with. They also do a great job in the presentation and packaging of photo prints ordered. I can't say enough good things about Kelsy and Butch and hope to be able to work with them again sometime in the future for family portraits!
-CHELSEA & KYLE, HORSESHOE BAY GOLF CLUB, EGG HARBOR, DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2011
We chose the McCartneys as the photographers for our engagement shoot and our wedding in Door County this past summer. We are by no means individuals that love to be photographed but we felt extremely comfortable shooting with Kelsy & Butch. They are down to earth and put us both at ease throughout the entire process. We just received a very comprehensive and stunning collection of photographs from our wedding day. We couldn't be more pleased! They captured so many special moments from the day that we will look back on for years to come. We wanted our photos to be elegant and timeless and they completely delivered. We loved the fact that they had shot many weddings in Door County, WI in the past. They helped find beautiful outdoor backdrops for our photos. If you are looking to make an investment in beautiful, timeless photography for your wedding I wouldn't hesitate to book them! Thank you, Kelsy & Butch!
-ABBY & DAVID, DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2023
We had the McCartneys photograph our wedding day and we cannot say enough amazing things about them!
To start, they made us both so comfortable and did an amazing job at making sure everyone that needed to be in a photo was. We are so happy with how the photos turned out and they will be something we cherish forever.
-SYDNEY & MASON, NORTHWOODS WEDDING 2022
We booked the McCartneys for our August 2022 wedding in Wisconsin. We not only had them for multiple hours photographing the actual day of our wedding, but I felt like we had their support and attention all the way through the process- from the moment we booked them to any questions we had afterwards. Kelsy and Butch were always available to answer questions or concerns I had, so much so that I wasn’t nervous about much of anything leading up to the big day! Not only did they help with the photography, but they helped with the entire schedule and outline of the entire day and I’m so grateful! We were able to order beautiful prints of so many different poses & locations that were important to us on our wedding day. I recommend the McCartneys for their quality photography and unbeatable support & communication during the planning of a fun & important time in our lives. Thanks again!!
-BECCA & THOMAS, CENTRAL WISCONSIN WEDDING 2022
These are your wedding photographers! Look no further!
Kelsy and Butch. Where to even begin. They were such a bright light during our special day. I don’t think I’ve met a duo that is so kind, amazingly positive, and yet totally professional. They make you feel so comfortable I literally forgot they were taking photos. Our bridal party and families could not stop talking about how awesome they were - they truly added so much to our day. This expense is TOTALLY worth it for the quality of the photos. They captured such genuine moments and really took into consideration the style of photography I wanted, which was amazing. These are your people!!
-ANN MARIE & JOE, NORTHERN HAUS SISTER BAY WEDDING 2021
Hire the McCartneys for your special day! They are a professional, sweet, and talented couple! You can trust them to capture every special moment of your day with high quality, thoughtful images! Truly an investment that we will cherish.
-EMILIE & DIEGO, WAUSAU COUNTRY CLUB WEDDING 2021
Highly recommend - if you like having fun and getting great pictures! We got married in September 2021 and this amazing duo added so much fun to our day! We are both super awkward and do not like being in front of the camera and they made everything feel so natural and fun!!
We also had a decent sized group for the brides extended family and everyone was asking for family pictures; they were so flexible and kind making sure that all the moments were captured. We cannot be more happy that they were a part of our day both as photographers who brought out the best in us for pictures but also as a wonderful couple who filled our day with many laughs and smiles with their great senses of humor, love, and excitement to be a part of our day.
-SARAH & NATHAN, HORSESHOE BAY GOLF CLUB DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2021
We chose The McCartneys for our wedding photographers, and Kelsy and Butch were absolutely INCREDIBLE. They are two of the kindest people I have ever met, and their photography is stunningly gorgeous- so timeless and elegant. I was nervous about choosing a photographer for our wedding because these are images that you will want to treasure for the rest of your life! When I saw their website I was immediately drawn to them, but they far exceeded my expectations after working with them. Their attention to detail in every aspect went above and beyond what I would have imagined, and their kindness in discussing all of the wedding details from the day-of to designing our album made the entire process such an absolute pleasure. I'm SO thankful we decided to work with them, and I would recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone seeking to have amazing elegant wedding photos that will last a lifetime and beyond.
-ANNE & MIKE, ONEIDA COUNTRY CLUB GREEN BAY WEDDING 2019
Kelsy and Butch were great to work with. They did our engagement photos and wedding photos and they turned out better than we could have ever hoped! Their energy and charisma really gave us an ease of mind that our photos would turn out nothing less than spectacular. We received a lot of compliments from our family and friends with how easy Kelsy and Butch were to get a long with as well. If we had the chance to do it all over again, we would choose the two of them again!
-COURTNEY & KEVIN, HORSESHOE BAY GOLF CLUB WEDDING 2018
The McCartneys took photos for our Door County wedding in June 2018. Butch and Kelsy were so lovely to work with. They are the sweetest couple and made us feel so relaxed and comfortable during the entire process. They were also very efficient in taking all of the different shots we wanted without taking us away from the other wedding festivities for too long, which was very important to me. More importantly, though, the pictures turned out beautifully. They were somehow able to capture all of the emotions of the day through their photography, which is truly fine art. We absolutely love our photos, as do our family and friends. They were one of the best decisions we made and well worth every penny!
-ASHLEY & ROBBIE, HORSESHOE BAY GOLF CLUB, DOOR OCUNTY WEDDING 2018
I was overwhelmed at the idea of finding a photographer that would capture the most important day of our lives. I did my research and after viewing the gorgeous McCartneys portfolio, all the apprehension went right out the window. I was THRILLED when they were available for our wedding date. They traveled to our venue and took all of the stress away, even managing to keep our very large family on schedule (no small feat)!
McCartneys style is second to none. The professionalism, the time and attention to detail shows through in every image. Every time I look at our wedding photos I feel the love and happiness we experienced that day. How do you ever thank Butch and Kelsy enough for that?!
If you are that overwhelmed bride and groom,...look no further! You've found the perfect team who will provide everything, and more, that you are looking for!
-ASHLEY & JOHN, EAGLE RIVER, WISCONSIN WEDDING 2018
The McCartneys did an AMAZING job capturing all our special moments at our wedding! There are so many good ones my husband and I cannot even pick a favorite! First of all, Butch and Kelsy are the sweetest people you will ever meet and are so good at what they do! They are so much fun to work with and helped keep what could be a stressful day really fun. They have a great eye for capturing both candid moments as well as formal ones. I was also really impressed with how fast they were able to send us our photos after the wedding. The two work together so well and are just overall an adorable couple themselves! We absolutely LOVED having them part of our special day and would DEFINITELY recommend having them for yours! <3
-EMILY & JIM, CALHOUN BEACH CLUB, MINNEAPOLIS WEDDING 2017
Hiring The McCartney's is by far the ALL TIME best decision we made in regards to our wedding. We can not imagine the day without them!! They are so positive and happy and make you feel amazing during the entire process. They not only were amazing photographers but became such great friends of ours in the process! They went above and beyond, if I had questions about weddings that didn't even have to do with photography they were there and happy to help. I am now going into wedding planning and I wish ALL my brides could hire them. Every bride deserves the experience of working with the McCartneys. You know if you hire them your amazing day is going to be captured perfectly!! I could sing their praises all day!!! Thank you so much Kelsy and Butch we couldn't have done it without you!!
-KASEY & MIKE, JEFFERSON STREET INN WAUSAU WEDDING 2016
If you are looking for wedding photographers who will make your day so special and make you wish you could invite them as guests to your wedding as well... look no further. I had randomly stumbled upon the McCartney's facebook page long before I was even dating my now husband and since then had loved their photography. When I did get engaged and we started looking at photographers obviously my first choice was Butch and Kelsy, but little did I know how perfect they really are. Kelsy and Butch are phenomenal photographers that photograph with love, integrity, and pure passion each and everyday. From minute one you will feel so special and you will feel like you are discussing your wedding with great friends, not your wedding vendor. They will help you with your day of timeline, give advice on what will make great photographs and will capture so much more on your big day. Many of my wedding guests commented on how sweet Kelsy and Butch were, but also how it seemed that they were everywhere capturing every moment possible. I can say with confidence that we have found our photographers for life and look forward to family, anniversary and baby photo sessions for our family in the future!
-LIBBY & ALLEN, MILWAUKEE ART MUSEUM, WISCONSIN WEDDING 2015
Ah, The McCartneys! I was so excited to randomly stumble upon their blog when I was photographer-hunting and even more excited when they were available for our day. I'm a photography nerd so the photo aspect of our wedding was really important to me, and the fact that the McCartneys do a mix of film and digital was so attractive to me (film is not dead and it's so much better than digital, trust me). I emailed them like a thousand times with questions/updates - planning a wedding long-distance will do this to you - and they were endlessly patient, friendly and even seemingly enjoyed my myriad messages. On our wedding day, it was like being photographed by friends. They're so great! Having your photo taken can be kind of awkward, but it wasn't at all with them which is a testament to how talented Kelsy & Butch are. We got our photos super quick after the wedding and they were INCREDIBLE. They're super easy to work with and are more like friends than vendors. Hire them. NOW!
-KATE & BRANDON, THE UNIVERSITY CLUB, MADISON, WI WEDDING 2015
The McCartneys are not only amazing photographers but wonderful people. As a team, they take the time to really get to know you and become your friends along the way. While working with them for our engagement session and our wedding day, Kelsy and Butch brought a contagious energy that added to our excitement and made us feel very comfortable working with them. When photographing, they have a way of finding the perfect light and special small moments that really set their pictures apart from others. Kelsy and Butch captured our day in such a timeless way that we can look back on for years to come. No where will you find such talented photographers and genuine people who truly love what they do like the McCartneys.
-KATIE & NICK, GORDON LODGE, BAILEYS HARBOR, DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2015
Photography was my #1 wedding priority and it took a little while to find what I was looking for. After the recommendation of a friend and co-worker, I visited the McCartney's website and was instantly blown away by their beautiful work. Every wedding and engagement session on their blog was equally stunning and the quality and artistry was nothing like I've ever seen. After a very excited Skype date, my fiance and I could not be more ready to book with them - which ended up being the best decision we made for our entire wedding. From helping us decide which collection was right for us, to coordinating our wedding timeline and of course, our wedding day, Butch and Kelsy could not have been more responsive, helpful, and professional. They were more than photographers, they truly helped shape our day in more ways than one and if that's not enough, they are a complete joy to be around. They are fun, worked great with our family, bridal party, and other vendors and are so happy and passionate that you can't help but feel wonderful when you're with them. We were blown away by the quality of our engagement blog and images, but our wedding photos were truly greater than we could have expected. Their ability to capture the many emotions, the tiniest detail, and a special moment is pure artistry. Our prints are beautiful and something we will treasure for years. We could not be more pleased with our photos and overall experience and also could not recommend Butch and Kelsy more. THANK YOU for capturing our wedding day so beautifully and for helping to preserve these precious memories. Love!
-AMANDA & NICK, THE MADISON CLUB, MADISON WI WEDDING 2014
What a team! Kelsy and Butch absolutely love (and are fantastic at) what they do! They were dedicated to getting to know us and capturing every detail of our wedding story. I found the McCartney’s when looking for wedding photographers in the Wausau area; they caught our attention with their photojournalistic approach to weddings, attention to detail, and the way they could capture the energy and emotion of the moment. I also noticed they were friends with another photographer friend of mine. When I asked him what he thought of their work, he told me, “If they are available BOOK THEM…you won’t be disappointed”. And he was right! We met Kelsy and Butch in downtown Wausau for our engagement session. We were a bit nervous to be in front of the camera, but they put us at ease right away. They were extremely professional and captured all the magic moments of our wedding day, from getting ready, to our ceremony, the reception, and all the little details that made our day special. We are so happy with the quality of our prints and the wedding coffee table album that tells the perfect story of our day. We loved working with the McCartney’s! The photographers were definitely the most important part of our wedding and we feel our money was well spent on the McCartney’s exceptional style.
-AMANDA & ANTHONY, GREAT HALL, WAUSAU, WI WEDDING 2011
Kelsy and Butch are a dream photography duo! It is clear that they truly love what they do and love working with each other. They always kept us at ease and the awkward posed moments never seemed to happen. Perhaps most importantly, the photos turned out beautiful and were a perfect representation of our special day.
-KELSEY & DAVE, ENCHANTED BARN, WISCONSIN WEDDING 2011
Kelsy and Butch are the best of the best when it comes to wedding photographers! We couldn't ask for a more kind, talented couple to capture such an important day for us! We really felt like we were working with friends and almost forgot we hired them.
I'm so thankful that they listened to what we wanted and went above and beyond to make these memories so special. I cannot say enough good things about these two and I HIGHLY recommend choosing them as your photographers if you have a wedding or an event coming up! You will never regret having their timeless & elegant photos for life!
-MADDIE & LARRY, HORSESHOE BAY BEACH CLUB WEDDING 2022
You need to hire the McCartneys for your wedding! Kelsy & Butch are the sweetest, most professional duo and made our long-awaited wedding day feel relaxed & enjoyable. From family portraits to candid photos and all of the couple pictures in between, Kelsy and Butch exceeded our high expectations as our wedding photographers. We feel so lucky to have booked them. They are beyond thoughtful, detail oriented, and truly generous and kind people. They invest their time and effort to support your wedding dreams and tailor your experience to feel like you are their only focus from initial planning to photo delivery day. Kelsy and Butch made the effort to know be familiar with our wedding vendors and their communication with us made our wedding day easy & fun. I was so sad when they left at the end of the wedding day.
Our family & friends commented on how great the two of them were and we couldn’t agree more. The McCartneys photos are treasures and we will look back on our wedding day with such fond memories of getting to work with Kelsy & Butch. Their genuine interest in getting to know us as a couple translated to our stunning photos. We love the McCartneys and wish we could have them photograph each milestone in our lives. Kelsy & Butch were the best to work with. I would recommend them time and time again!
-MARGARET & PATRICK, ABOUT THYME FARM DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2021
We love Kelsy and Butch! They are fantastic at what they do! We relocated our wedding to Nevada after our original 2020 wedding was cancelled. They were happy to come to NV with us in 2021 to photograph our new wedding. What they excel in, besides taking beautiful photos, is making everyone feel comfortable and excited. They are fun, funny, and energetic. It helps keep everyone happy and light. Weddings can be stressful, especially for a Bride. But I felt nothing but relaxed as they took all of the pre ceremony shots. They ask you ahead of time what is important to you and then they scout your location to find the perfect spots to capture your day. If you want a stellar photography duo, look no further!
-ALYSSA & JEREMY, NEVADA WEDDING 2021
Kelsy and Butch are nothing short of amazing. Not only is the quality of their photography top notch, but they have personalities to match. They were great to work with from start to finish and blended into our rehearsal and wedding day perfectly. What an important role they played in making our day perfect! Would never consider using anyone else.
-EMILY & LUKAS, MARINA PARK SISTER BAY WEDDING 2018
The McCartneys are incredible. They are genuine, they are kind and they are everything you didn't even realize you needed to make the day that much more special. The over the moon amazing photos are one thing, the energy and love they bring to the day are what really make it all come together.
-ALYSSA & STEVE, EGG HARBOR DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2018
What a wonderful duo! Kelsy and Butch were so fun to work with from the first email to when we received our photos (which were delivered less than 1 month after the wedding)!!! We had such a wonderful wedding day and we are thoroughly enjoying reliving it through our photos. Kelsy and Butch had such a great, positive energy and everyone commented how lovely they were to work with. I would highly recommend them!
-KRISTIN & DEAN, ABOUT THYME FARM DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2018
THE BEST of the best. If you want professionalism, expertise, organization, absolutely gorgeous wedding photos, and the most fun photographers, the McCartneys are your couple. They are absolutely amazing at what they do (and such great people, too). AND they make every step of the process fun and easy. Their outgoing personalities made us feel completely at ease and comfortable, never awkward. Their experience as photographers also shines through as they help walk you through every step of the planning process to make sure that your wedding day is just what you dreamed, and they capture every moment in the most beautiful pictures. Not to mention, they are very easy to get ahold of as well if any questions or changes should arise.
Basically, whatever you may want, the McCartneys can do. We can't say enough good things about this duo. We love them and only wish we could have spent more time photographing with them. Some of the best money we spent on our wedding!
-ERICA & DANE, CENTRAL WISCONSIN WEDDING 2017
The McCartneys are the most fabulous duo. They photographed our wedding and we honestly couldn't have asked for a better team. They take away so much wedding day stress because you know you can trust them to be organized and get all of the beautiful photos you want. Our pictures are perfect and I would highly recommend them to anyone!
-TAYLOR & ADAM, PRIVATE RESIDENCE WAUSAU WEDDING 2017
Kelsy and Butch are phenomenal photographers, whose exceptional talent and skill are matched by their exceptional personalities.
After seeing examples of their work via friends who had hired them for their wedding, I knew they would be the first vendor to call when my now-husband and I got engaged. The McCartneys are incredibly professional, personable, and most importantly, masterful at what they do. They are prompt in their pre-wedding communication, provide thoughtful suggestions, and are on top of all the details (qualities that are invaluable to any bride – especially an anxious one like me!)
They have an amazing way of making you feel at ease in front of the cameras and letting you enjoy the moments they are capturing, while at the same time skillfully guiding the process and ensuring they are getting amazing photos. We truly enjoyed their company during our engagement session as well as their photography of our rehearsal dinner and wedding, and are incredibly happy with our experience working with the McCartneys. It was really nice to hear from our friends and family who they photographed as well, that our photographers were "so fun to work with."
It is wonderful, beyond words, to reflect on the moments and memories from the happiest day of our lives, and we have Kelsy and Butch to thank for capturing them so beautifully.
-KANOE & MIKE, WATERMARK AT SHULLYS MILWAUKEE WEDDING 2016
I truly could go on forever about all of the things I loved about working with the McCartneys! First, I just love THEM in general! They are so kind, fun and warm. They made us feel so comfortable from the very first interaction and went above and beyond what I expected. Your photographers will be with you so much of your wedding day so it is important that you feel comfortable with them and I loved spending my day with Kelsy and Butch! Also, their work is incredible. Our engagement and wedding photos are perfect. I loved that they let us just be us--no awkward posing or forced expressions. Everyone says how beautiful all of our photos are. Our wedding day was cold, windy, rainy and muddy and they took it all in stride and still managed to get all of the photos we wanted. I honestly think hiring the McCartneys was one the best decisions that we made during our planning. We have hundreds of beautiful photos, great memories and two new friends. I can't recommend them enough!
-KARYN & TOM, HORSESHOE BAY BEACH CLUB, EGG HARBOR, DOOR COUNTY WEDDING 2015
There were a few vendors during our wedding planning process that were truly a privilege to work with and the McCartneys were one of them. From our very first contact through even now, after our wedding as we are ordering our photos, they were extremely professional, brought excitement and creativity to the project, and were always incredibly responsive. They were pros. Wedding planning is a lot of work and having a vendor like them who simply handles it, does an amazing job, and is pleasant throughout is a gift. We gave them very little direction and they nailed everything. We love our photos and look forward to using them for more in the future!
-COURTNEY & BILLY, VILLA TERRACE DECORATIVE ARTS MUSEUM, MILWAUKEE, WI WEDDING 2015
Butch and Kelsy are absolutely incredible in every sense of the word. They are professional yet fun, caring, and flexible. Our original wedding plans changed and Butch and Kelsy were incredibly willing to work with us through the changes and even worked out a way to photograph both of our wedding celebrations. They are constantly communicating with their couples, trying to get a feeling for what that bride and groom have in mind for their day and what they want people to remember and feel when they look back at their day. The photographs that the McCartneys take truly make you FEEL. I don't know how they do it but when you look at their photos you can just tell what the feelings, emotions, and style was on that couple's wedding day. These two are amazing people and are always willing to work with their couples and make their services of value. Every day I felt like Butch and Kelsy were there to help with other aspects of the wedding, offering recommendations and suggestions for vendors or ideas. I couldn't DREAM of having another photographer and I am so happy with our choice!
-LYDIA & JON, BLACK SWAN COUNTRY CLUB, BOSTON, MA WEDDING 2014
If you're looking for wedding photographers that totally get you and your personality, are just as excited as you are about your big day, easy to work with, totally fun, and above all...SUPER talented? Then look no further than Butch & Kelsy McCartney! They are simply amazing and as an obsessive lover of pictures I knew that I wanted to make sure our wedding photos were ones to remember and would last a lifetime. Let's just say they were so much more than I could have imagined. Moments were captured that I never knew possible and our love story was told beautifully through pictures that could be in any bridal magazine. Their love for their craft is immediately evident in all of their work and is contagious during your wedding day. Needless to say the McCartneys will forever be in our lives, not only as photographers, but as friends. You won't regret this wedding decision! :)
-KIM & STEW, DOOR COUNTY, WISCONSIN WEDDING 2012
After my first brief conversation with Kelsy McCartney, I was convinced my hubby and I needed them for our wedding photography. Kelsy and Butch were incredibly helpful, cheery, and accommodating from that first phone call. Hiring the McCartneys meant exceeding our initial budget for photography, but we are so thankful we made photography a priority! We cared more about having incredible photographers capture the essence of our wedding than we did about anything else that we knew wouldn't last past that day. As a result, we have hundreds of beautiful images that make us feel giddy inside every time we look at them because they take us right back to the amazing feelings present on that magical day! I think the McCartneys would be an especially wonderful choice for a couple who's not exceedingly comfortable in front of a camera. It's impossible not to feel relaxed and joyful around those two-- their love and happiness for each other and their job is absolutely contagious. We were absolutely thrilled with the McCartneys. If you haven't booked them yet, do it soon! :) I've recommended them to many, many friends and will continue to do so. Thanks again, Butch and Kelsy! :)
-DIANA & KYLE, GOLDEN MAST INN, OKAUCHEE, WI WEDDING 2011
A family friend highly recommended that we take a peek at the The McCartney’s Photography. Wow, were we in awe! After a few emails/phone conversations we felt an instant connection with them and their photography style. Kelsy and Butch are such an authentic duo and were genuinely excited for us and the details we were planning to incorporate into our wedding day. Before we could commit, like most couples, we had a lovely little budget to abide by so we gladly re-arranged ideas, costs and put photography as a top priority. After all, you get ONE day..ONE chance for your Photographer to capture YOUR day. Why wouldn’t you want to feel 100% confident in the Photographer you hire? The McCartney’s were wonderful at walking us through the start of our engagement session and after much laughter, we were completely at ease at being photographed. The images from our e-session captured us wonderfully and left us smiling from ear to ear. Our wedding day arrived and Kelsy and Butch couldn’t have been a better fit with our family and friends. They jumped right in and took control of what they needed to accomplish. They share such a unique perspective and true talent for this art and it shows; our wedding day images are absolutely breath taking! Looking through our images brings us back to our day (that flew by entirely way too fast) and we are able to enjoy the emotions all over again. Every.single.time! We are forever grateful that we put photography as a top priority. We feel blessed and honored to have had The McCartneys along during this memorable time in our lives!
-ANNA & PAUL, WISCONSIN BARN WEDDING, 2011