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Brittney & Matt - Plymouth, Wisconsin
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Hair Salon: Salon at Sports Core
Bridal gown: David's Bridal
Bridesmaid's dresses: David's Bridal
Tuxedos: Cain's Bridal Wreath
Invitations: Cain's Bridal Wreath
Florist: Cain's Bridal Wreath
Ceremony Location: Justamere Pond - Residence of Dave & Sue Shaffer
Tent and Equipment Rental: Grand Rental Station
Reception: Millhome Supper Club
Reception Decorations: Lynn Schultz, Margaret Lodl & Brittney Passini
Party Favors: Brittney & Matthew Passini
Programs: Brittney & Matthew Passini
Slideshow: Nicole Passini
Music: B.Kuhl Entertainment
Videographer: Gary Kaiser
Cupcakes: Barbara Schultz & Vicki Janke
Cardbox and Caricature: Ashley Janke
AMAZING things really come in small packages; and this wonderful little wedding was no exception. It was truly one of the most heartfelt weddings I've had the pleasure to photograph. Look at the list above; this wedding was blessed by the hands of seemingly every family member. :)
Aside from the warmth and love of the family and friends, this charming home-cooked wedding had five things that stood out in a BIG BIG way.
1) lots of tears. I'm mean LOTSA tears. Everywhere I turned, there were tears of joy. When Brittney's father first saw his daughter in her wedding gown, the entire room cried with him — I think Brittney's little brother was crying.
2) A fuzzy twenty pound cat that hates men. ...Until it met me. Yes! I managed to tame the savage beast. You can get a look at the cat in a photo below, and it's one of my favorite photos of the day. LOL
3) Sticking with the animal planet theme. Think "Bees!". OK! not bees. Think WASPS! Lots of 'em. I placed a most gorgeous bride within 2 feet of two wasp nests hiding in opposite corners of a blue door. While you can see the blue door below, I retouched the wasp nests out of the image. ...and much to my delight, and I'm sure to Brittney as well, those wasps behaved rather well. But I can't say I wasn't holding my breath during the shoot. :)
4) Millhome has some of the very best fried chicken I've ever eaten. Forget Paula Deen's Lady and Son's restaurant in Savannah, Georgia. If you want some wonderfully good eats, head up to Kiel, Wisconsin and get at table at the Millhome Supper Club. I was this close >||< to stealing a tray and hiding it in my car.
5) Brittney and Matt's party managed to steal another bride, her groom, their wedding party and several of their reception guests during an EPIC mambo line that snaked it's way through another wedding reception. I've never seen anything like it — and it was bloody brilliant. :)
Thank you so much for a most memorable day. You two, your families and your wedding is going to hold a special place in my heart. Much love and many blessings.
c
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Rochelle & Andy - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Sorry for being behind on my blog posts. Things will be catching up rather quickly over the next couple of weeks.
I met the wonderfully warm Rochelle and Andy at Big Bay Park, in Milwaukee, for a little engagement photography session. While the sun wanted to hide behind the clouds, we were greeted with lush greenery, the endless horizon of Lake Michigan, and perhaps even a little ruins. Well, to me it kinda felt like we were crawling around the Mayan Ruins along the Caribbean. :) One can dream, right?
You two were entirely awesome, as your photos attest. I can't wait for your wedding day at Whistling Straits.
Much love,
c
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Lauren & Trey - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Wedding Planner: Dynamic Events, Inc.
Hair Salon: Stella's Hair Salon
Makeup Artists: Bobbi Brown Cosmetics
Ceremony: Fox Point Lutheran Church
Tent and Equipment Rental: Canopies Events with Distinction
Event Furnishings: Cort Furniture Rental
Bar Service: Bartenders On The Go
Linen Service: BBJ Linen
Florist: Impressions, by Esther Fleming
Catering: Marcus Catering
Cakes: Sweetness by Alice
Stationary: Paper Envy
Sound Services: Majic Enterprises
Cocktail Music: Jeffery Hamann
Dinner Music: Janet O’Mahony & Mark Thierfelder
Dancing Music: Pete Fleming Orchestra
Baby Grand Piano: Steinway Piano Gallery of Milwaukee
Trolley Service: DMI Limousine Service, Inc
Limousine Service: Blackline Limousine
Valet Service: Keehn’s Valet Parking, Inc.
Hotel: The Pfister
WHAT! AN! AWESOME! WEDDING! That's about all I can say. And why wouldn't it be? David Caruso and his marvelous crew at Dynamic Events, Inc. really know how to design and throw a spectacular party. Dynamic Event's work, coupled with all the vendors working diligently behind the scenes, again, made my job so easy. I can't thank you all enough.
Lauren and Trey's ceremony took place at the Fox Point Lutheran; a wonderful charming little neighborhood church. The soft baby blue walls, white trim, marble alter, candle lit aisles, and red accent behind the alter made for a glorious wedding. Wait until you see these ceremony photos. I LOVE 'em.
I spent a little time at Doctor's Park with the bridal party for a few portraits before we caught up with the guests at Lauren's parent's house for the celebration. WOW! Three spectacular tents created a magnificent atmosphere. There was a little poolside cocktail tent, a dining tent with a jet black chandelier and a baby grand piano surrounded by candles, and a killer dancing tent, complete with a lounge, flip-flops, shoulder throws, and a disco ball. It was STELLAR! The meticulous details were so well thought out, it's reason #1 to hire a wedding planner for your day. They'll think of things you NEVER would have thought of, and they'll pull it all together in a way you never dreamed possible. Flip-flops for the guests? Are kidding? How cool! And those purple flower lamps in the lounge, just all kinds of awesome. ...I could go on and on and on...
But a wedding, big or small, is always about the people; the wedding couple, their family and their friends, and the celebration they're all sharing. I must be one lucky wedding photographer, because no matter where I photograph a wedding, whether it be Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Cabo, or anywhere in between, I've been entirely blessed to work with such warm and inviting people. Lauren and Trey's circle of family and friends were no exception. The warmth, love, laughter, tears, even a few screams, made for a magical and unforgettable day. If you don't believe me, ask Lauren's dad — he made me cry behind the camera. I can't thank you enough for inviting me to be part of your incredible day. I loved this wedding so much, it just HAD to become a featured wedding on my blog; and It's a whopping 220 photos long. My longest to date. :)
Grab a drink, maybe some popcorn, throw on some good music, kickback, and enjoy the slideshow - click here — > Lauren & Trey's Fabulous Wedding
Much love to all,
c
PS, I've watched this slideshow five times (and counting) already, with a little romantic Buddha Bar music playing in the background, and I love each and every minute of it. ...and yes, I'm saving plenty of goodies for the private gallery. Mwuah! :)
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Brynn & Justin - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Congrats to Brynn and Justin for winning the 2009 wedding photography contest. They won a portrait session and an album, so we spent a couple of hours roaming around the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin for a family shoot. Here's a little sampling from their warm Sunday morning session. OH! and I have to introduce you to Brynn and Justin's adorable little girl, Aria. Last time I saw her, she was only a couple of months old. :)
Much love,
c
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