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Wisconsin Wedding Photographer {Andrea & Luke)

It was an absolute perfect day for Luke and Andrea’s open air wedding this summer at North Shore Golf Club. Some weddings are blessed with the most of beautiful days where everything flows as planned with the only things left to do are smile, relax and enjoy the amazing day you planned. Surrounded by friends and family, Luke and Andrea got to do just that. Andrea knew precisely how she wanted their special day to go and with the help of Sash & Bows attention to all the details, it was a day to remember. From our experience, brides that choose to have a wedding planner truly get to soak in the little and grand moments of the day that seemingly flies by, as it should be.

Finding a practical gift for your attendees is not an easy task but Andrea nailed it with these adorable robes from Plum Pretty Sugar. Kobe’s Bowtie found and bought on Etsy – SillyBuddy These pure, gentile moments of the day are so special to witness. A big day for all indeed!

Andrea and her father chose to have a First Look before Andrea and her handsome groom did one.  It was such a genuine moment to recognize her Daddy in that way. It still brings a huge smile to my face to see dad’s reaction to the vision of his little girl dressed in white for her big day.

Equally a profound father son moment, possibly the last time he’ll assist Luke in this manner. Two minds racing with heartfelt thoughts and wonders. Talk about butterflies. Can’t you feel the excitement for them? These first look moments are equally breathtaking. So pure and sweet. Andrea’s bouquet choices gets our vote for the best use of color harmony.  The soft tones and textures of the succulents were accented perfectly with the girls dresses. The way their hands are tenderly embracing speaks so much. I adore these sweet moments that tend to fade from the memory over time. Such a natural feeling to be married under a beautiful tree canopy. Signature ‘Berry Benrud Mojito’ to refresh and toast to. Those paper straws add just the perfect touch of class. Yard games bring such a great playful energy to the cocktail hour. This custom bean bag game was a darling investment choice. I’ve seen plenty of custom place cards but these were amazing. Each card playfully represented in such a classy manner what was to come. Willows, I always gravitate towards their beauty. So restful, romantic and texturally interesting. Afternoon light presents such beautiful imagery. I love focusing on tender moments. Imagine smelling these cakes from across the room even before seeing them. That familiar smell of sweet butter-cream was just the first attraction to these stunning pastry creations. Receptions become memorable when there is room to mingle and disperse beyond the dance floor. We always love the atmosphere North Shore Country Club creates after dusk. Yes, fireworks were a surprise treat to ALL the guests at Andrea & Luke reception. Not even Mon and Dad knew about this sweet ending!

Images can only tell you so much about your wedding day.  To really see and feel Andrea and Luke’s day check out their wedding film produced by our favorite cinematographers, Copper Clover Films!

Cinematography : Copper Clover Films
Floral : Branching Out
Wedding Planner : Sash & Bow
Wedding dress – Liancarlo
Shoes : Jimmy Choo
Hair Artistry : Shear Chaos
Silk Flower Hair piece  : Untamed Petals
Make- Up Artist : Refashioned by Jai
Bridesmaid dresses : J.Crew
Bridesmaid Robe Gifts : Plum Pretty Sugar {Etsy}
Kobe’s Bowtie : SillyBuddy
Groom’s Suit : Coppley
Bride/Groom’s rings : Union Diamond
Calligraphy Artist {wedding invitations and seating cards} – Just Write Studios
Graphic Designer : Jessica Michels Designs
Seating Cards : JonNi Paper Goods
Custom Bean Bag Game : Style My Corntoss
Custom Hang Tags for Wishing Tree : The Pink Lantern
Customized Invitations : Bella Figura
Mercury vases : Pottery Barn
Ceremony Music : Heritage String Quartet
Cocktail Hour & Reception Music : Stitely Orchestra
Wedding Guest Favors/Coffee Mugs : Sunset Hill Stonewear
Photo Booth : Smilebooth
Photo Booth Props : Mister Mustache
Fireworks : Bartolotta

Wisconsin Wedding Photographer {Green Bay Wedding Show}

This past weekend I had the chance to visit the Green Bay Wedding Show at Shopko Hall with camera in hand.   Why might a photographer do something like this?  Well, quite simply, for you.  I love the wedding world and I want every bride we have the pleasure of working with to have the best and greatest of everything on their wedding day.  We’ve photographed over 100 local and destination weddings and are there from start to finish on many occasions.  We meet most every vendor at a wedding, have tasted food from most every venue and caterer in the area, certainly eat cake (maybe more than we should), know which DJs keep a full dance floor and have worked with many of the florists and wedding planners around as well.  All of this is to your benefit because it’s all a big deal on your wedding day!  So, here’s my list of a few favorites:

First is Copper Clover Films.  If you do not have a wedding film in your budget I seriously urge you to figure a way to get one in there!  Not having a wedding film is one of the top regrets from most brides.  With the flood of emotions that day, YOU WILL FORGET so much!  The day is a blur, and I promise, you will want to go back and relive all the time and love you poured into your day.  Check out this wedding highlight sampler:

My second advice and favorite thing (besides cake) on a wedding day is to work with an event planner.  I know it may feel great to ‘save’ all that money by not hiring one, but man, once you’re living that day you will be soooo happy you have a go-to person!  Planners will take care of so much more than you think and free you up from micro-managing your aunts, mother and bridesmaids allowing you and your guests to completely enjoy your day.   I’ve worked with Alliey from Sash & Bow for many weddings and she always does an amazing job.  Also, if the word ‘vintage’ has anything to do with your wedding vision you MUST contact her about her vintage rentals.  Check out a few of the tables she had set at the wedding show.

Casee from Branching Out had a stunning booth as well and paired with wedding planner, Styled Accordingly, displayed a modern meets vintage yellow pallet.  We’ve done so many amazingly beautiful weddings with Branching Out and I’d highly recommend their team to anyone.  Their flowers are always breathtaking and Casee is a really fun artist to work with!

As for cakes, I have no photos but speak from my tummy when I recommend my favorites.  The Italian Cream Cake by Cakescapes in Green Leaf, WI… AMAZING.  I’m speechless at how flavorful this cake was and I’d love to eat it this summer, so please, one of our 2013 Brides, order it!   My next all-time favorite is Monzu on Broadway in Green Bay.  Love, love, love.  I drive up to Green Bay from Appleton for my kids birthday parties just to have their cake.  I’m not a crunchy frosting cake lover so Monzu is my bakery.  Their buttercream is as smooth as whip cream and cakes are a work of art.   This one is from a recent wedding we captured this summer… so good!

And, nothing is cooler than an ice cream bar at a wedding so if you want your cake and ice cream too, you must check out Kelley Country Creamery.  The smoothest, creamiest, yummiest ice cream I’ve ever had!  It’s a small-town ice cream shoppe just south of Fond du Lac making all their own ice cream on-site using milk from their own cows out back.  With over 200 flavors available I’m sure you will find a few to match your wedding theme and colors!  I hope you had the change to attend the Green Bay Wedding Show and if not, there will be more coming up this Spring.  Stay connected with our Kim Thiel Photography – Weddings Facebook page for more wedding tips and favorites.

home {neenah newborn session}

It may sound cliche but there truly is no place like home.

There are many grand feelings associated with becoming parents for the first time but certainly the first trip home is something truly special.  Home is a place that is our unique creation, a safe place to build memories, sooth one another and create everlasting love. For Heather and Paul, home got a little more special this holiday season as they welcomed little Aubryn into her first year of family traditions. I’m certain she was spoiled in all the sweetest of ways.

May this collection warm you heart and inspire loving tenderness to you all.  With 2012 on the horizon, we enter into new chapters in life.  Take some time to reflect upon what special moments you may want captured. We are always interested in hearing your stories and bringing lasting memories for you to cherish. Send us a note, we’d love to hear from you!