Sylvia Louise has arrived....

and she is beautiful!

Milwaukee Wedding Photographers | Tina and Scott

It was a blind date they told us, set up by a co-worker, at where else.. the ALE HOUSE.

Charlie and I met Tina and Scott at another wedding, we feel that perhaps we strong armed Scott into using our services, but we don't care! We are going to have so much fun photographing this couple taking their vows. we cannot wait to shoot at the Villa Terrace, and to party down with their friends and family afterward. No doubt the pictures will be so stunning that we will have to buy another car.. if you know what I mean. :)

the Trexell Family

It doesn't take much to make a family look beautiful. Especially when you have three good looking people to work with. We used Lake Nagawicka as our backdrop for this shoot.

Milwaukee Wedding Photographers | Jenny & Kevin

What a wedding! We had an outstanding time photographing Jenny and Kevin plus the family and friends who surround them. So much fun, this group was not shy on the dance floor, thanks to Gary H. from Midwest Sound & Light for keeping the party moving. The party rolled on from what I hear until the wee hours!

A special thanks to our hosts on both sides, we truly enjoyed this event and were happy to be a part of such a wonderful occasion.

See a slide show of the days events here.

BARGAIN WEDDING DRESSES

On the morning show they are talking about purchasing a dress from resale shops..here's a fine example my daughter's friend just found this one and she did a model shoot for Kate and fellow photogs.

But how about Cleaners -I'll bet there are actually dresses that get abandoned at the dry cleaners after the wedding. Brides should check all of these venues.

A special thank you to Erin our model!

Dapper DOG

While working on last weekends wedding I could not resist posting this adorable picture of the couple's dog in front of our SMART CAR. The Tux and Top hat seem to suit him!

Isabelle Sweet, is as sweet as her name implies

Even though this 3 month old had the sniffles, she was still able to give us a few grins for the camera.

Madison Wedding Photographers | Christine & Mike

Madison in spring on a beautiful day what could be better? Unless you add two people who fell in love in Madison, then the potion really works!

We cannot wait to shoot this wedding which will take place at the Contemporary Museum of Art in 2010. Hold on to your hats kids, because this year will FLY by!

time to catch up-Grilling to Give

On Friday before our wedding this past weekend, we spent some time with the photography students at Oconomowoc High school. There was the opportunity to show them some stuff about posing and to talk about their new SPIDER LIGHT, and how to use it.

Then we headed outdoors to participate in Grilling to GIVE...It was there that the photography class took pictures of attendees, and made some money for the cause.

Thanks to Ms Mooney-Glatkowski who invited us to attend and work with her students.

Milwaukee Wedding Photographers | Abigail & Brad

Long time coming, but Abby and Brad finally tied the knot. High school sweethearts, and now man and wife, these two were surrounded by friends and family helping them celebrate their day.
Abby designed one of the most beautiful weddings, right down to the details; a small Police car to taxi up the isle, their adorable dog- in a tuxedo, and flowers, fish, and finery that decked out the Chandelier Ballroom like we have never seen. The only thing enforced by the cops, was a great time.
Bank of Flowers in Menomonee Falls
Music in Motion
Chandelier Ballroom
Thanks Abby and Brad, and congratulations on a lifetime together.

See the slide show here.

They're Expecting!

The whole family is waiting for little sister. Kayla will have a new playmate before you know it.
Congratulations to everyone, Sarah, Mike and Kayla.

Diana "the Huntress"

Not really more like Carrie the, the girl you should not mess with. What fun taking pictures of Carrie with her bow. A lot of guys might want to happen upon her in the woods!

Run Connor!

Lately it has been a challenge getting to see Connor do his thing at a track meet, he did not disappoint today!

Reyce, was ready for her close up..maybe too ready.

So much for being a baby whisperer.. nothing was going to make Reyce close those big blue eyes. Although Holly and I tried! She must have been geared up for her modeling debut. Welcome into the world this beautiful little girl, who has mommy's eyes and nose.. (smile)

Milwaukee Wedding Photographers | Eric & Amy-so dreamy I had to post..

Milwaukee Wedding Photographers | Amy & Eric

This May wedding turned out to be spectacular. Amy and Eric had a first meeting in a little pine glen by the church, very fitting since their engagement took place finding their first Christmas tree together.

After a beautiful ceremony we ventured to the Pedal'rs Inn, in Wales, the Victorian Bed and Breakfast offered us a "movie set atmosphere", and gave Eric and Amy some outstanding photos that will become lasting memories. A special thank you to Dee, the owner/ operator of the residence.

With good food, close friends, and family helping them celebrate, this wedding was one of the best.
Congratulations to the bride and groom.
See a slide show of the days events here.

The slide show below is with a new software and we're not certain how it will be received, please leave a comment and let us know you're preference.

How to make a GROWN MAN CRY

Last May I was already struggling with what to get Charlie for Father's day. We all know that dad's can be difficult recipients of gifts. A woman accepts everything from lotions to diamonds and treats them the same, but a guy responds differently, lotion just wouldn't cut it.

In this recessionary period the keys to a new car, a wide screen TV, electronic devices, high end phones, these all add up to big bucks-they would get the results intended, but you would empty your coffers.

My suggestion is to do what I did, create a lasting memory-
* present him with a family portrait or gift certificate for a session
*design an image of you and the kids with meaningful words
* or do what I did, create a book of images, snippets of life matched with the words that have meaning.

Charlie cried....

Looking for fun companionship on your wedding day?

Well, you could hire one of these fun loving photographers! Pictured are Carol, Charlie, and Carl!

Our colleague from "Reminisce Photography" took this image while we were on location, shooting in a warehouse. Thanks Miranda for sharing!

Treehaven-camp for photo geeks

My daughter and I spent a meaningful Mother's Day and beyond at Treehaven in Rhinelander.

She studied with Hanson Fong, and I took the Hollywood lighting class. Here's just a couple of examples.

Milwaukee Wedding Photographers | Laura & Chris

How does this couple spell wedding? F-U-N!!!
The periodic drizzle didn't dampen the spirits of Laura & Chris, everyone rolled with the punches... and the shots of Jägermeister! (which took the place of a champagne toast) Safe travels to you two, enjoy your honeymoon.
Beautiful floral arrangements by Sonya's Rose in Jackson, and many thanks to Bill from Double Platinum DJ Service for a great mix.

Click image to enlarge, and see a slide show of the days events here.