Wedding Photography | Jesse + Kourtney | Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church | Country Springs Hotel | Waukesha, WI / August 31, 2017 by Emily Hilleshiem

I must confess that I am slightly obsessed with Kourtney’s forearm tattoo. As I had the pleasure to get to know Jesse + Kourtney as a couple, I may have become even more obsessed. Although, they attended the same high school, they didn’t date until after college. In His wisdom, God had them come into one another’s lives to be the love and support that each of them would need while facing different challenges. He truly commands our destiny!

Fast forward to their wedding day, and what an amazing day it was! It was a heartwarming day filled with so much love for these two. This was made evident by the number of people who were present not just for their reception, but also for their ceremony. A wedding is a day, but a marriage is a lifetime. Their friends and family recognize the truth in this and will continue to be a constant source of love and encouragement for them.

The love that Jesse + Kourtney have for their friends and family was also clear. For Kourtney, she and her dad share a special bond that was seen during their look before the ceremony and everyone who was there was holding back some tears. Father/daughter dances always make me teary smile and this one was no exception! As for Jesse, I was pleasantly surprised to see in their wedding bulletin that next to each gentleman’s name was listed “Brother to the groom". It simply goes to show you the wonderful kind of man that Jesse is and the importance of knowing that family doesn’t require you to be related.

But enough about them as individuals, because these two as a couple are fantastic! They met on the dance floor, so you better believe we made plenty of time for some dancing! And these two have some great moves! They got a little dancing practice in before the reception at the park (you will not want to miss those pictures!). And their first dance certainly did not disappoint. I LOVE when you can tell that a song is special to a couple because they’re singing the words to each other!

Jesse + Kourtney are sure to share many more dances together in the years to come as husband + wife! Many congrats and God’s blessings you two!

Wedding Photography | Grant + Stephanie | Heidel House Resort and Spa - Green Lake, WI / June 28, 2017 by Emily Hilleshiem

There is no questioning what kind of couple Grant + Stephanie are. It is said that you surround yourself with people who reflect who you want to be and how you want to feel. Well then, these two could not have chosen a better group of people to celebrate with them. The ceremony and speeches from their friends and family echoed the importance of a Christ centered love. It was the base of their relationship and it will continue to be the base off which they build their married life together.

There were numerous beautifully tender moments that occurred throughout the day. All of them because Grant + Stephanie are simply best friends and already knew the importance of keeping Christ and their spouse in the forefront of their minds. They are already so aligned in not only knowing their spouse's needs and desires, but also in fulfilling them. It was such a remarkable relationship to be able to capture again.

Wedding Coordinator: Star Irvin
Ceremony, Reception, Catering, Linens: Heidel House Resort and Spa
Hair: Evensong Spa
Cake: Bryanna's Bakery
Florist: Wood's Floral
DJ: Brian Lampe
Bride's Dress Shop: Amelishan Bridal
Alterations: Sew Elegant
Bride's Shoes: Light in the Box
Jewelry: Kohl's
Bridesmaid's Dresses: JC Penny
Suits: Amelishan Bridal
Rings: Ames Silversmithing

Wedding Photography | Josh + Pooja | Shorewood River Club + Hubbard Park Lodge - Milwaukee, WI / April 5, 2017 by Emily Hilleshiem

Josh + Pooja are incredibly thoughtful individuals and that fact was truly evident in each personal touch that they built into their day. When we met to discuss final details for their wedding, I got more and more excited with each way they were personalizing their day. Siblings singing "As the Deer". (Little did Pooja know that Josh had secretly been practicing with them!) Josh's mom sang "The Lord's Prayer" as his dad played the piano. One of Josh's sisters read seven Bible verses as they walked around their freshly lit Unity Candle.

And the personal touches didn't stop with the ceremony! Josh + Pooja managed to surprise their guests with a special nod to their proposal story by having a caricature artist on site during cocktail hour. Josh made their adorable cake topper for their cake that was nestled amongst delicous doughnuts.

Any combination of the personal touches listed above, would have made for a special day. But there was more! There was a beautiful blending of cultural traditions. Pooja wore two different dresses and looked simply stunning in both of them! Josh made a grand entrance for his baraat. They exchanged flower garlands at the beginning of the ceremony. Petals were tossed as they walked down the aisle as Mr. + Mrs.

My eyes were sparkling the whole day as I soaked in all the bright colors that could be seen every direction you turned. And man oh man do these two and their friends + family know how to party!

Introducing Mr. + Mrs. L.