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Wedding Photography | Mr. + Mrs. H | St. Bernard Parish - Wauwatosa, WI | Boerner Botanical Gardens - Hales Corners, WI by Emily Hilleshiem

What a warm day it was for these two, but their wedding party didn’t let that damper their celebrating. It was such a fun group of people. Katherine & Michael have carefully surrounded themselves with a great support network as they embark on their married life. A network that will continue to encourage them in their faith and their love for one another.

The Boerner Botanical Gardens served as the most beautiful backdrop for their photos. Everywhere I turned another stunning scene, so I had to be a little picky so we were able to get them to their party on time. The soft blue hues and gray suits popped so brilliantly against the greenery of the Gardens.

And I must offer s quick shout out to Jill, who took such incredible care of our bride. She was with her the entire day and really made sure things flowed smoothly from start to finish.

God’s richest blessings to the newlyweds!

Ceremony Venue: St. Bernard’s Parish
Reception Venue: Boerner Botanical Gardens
Catering: Zilli’s Hospitality Group
Cake: Simma’s Bakery
Florals: The Flower Lady
DJ: Double Platinum D.J.
Make Up: Beautistry
Bride’s Dress Shop & Alterations: Edith’s
Bridesmaid Dresses: Azazie
Suits: Men’s Wearhouse
Rings: C.W. Smith Jewelers

Wedding Photography | Mr. + Mrs. B | Atonement Lutheran - Milwaukee, WI | Western Racquet Club - Elm Grove, WI by Emily Hilleshiem

A travel themed wedding was certainly suitable for Ben + Julie. Throughout their relationship they have traveled thousands upon thousands of miles. I don't know many people who have made long distance look as easy as they have. Their wedding day solidified that they will forever be one another's travel companion. No more long distance for these two! 

My favorite details of incorporating the travel theme were the luggage tags that served as place tags, how each table featured a different destination and finally that a book of maps served as their guestbook. 

Ben's best man, Noah, touched on the fact that Ben + Julie were both cross country runners as well. Yet another way that they had traveled many miles. They have run the duration of their dating relationship, and now will begin to run the race that God has marked out for them as husband and wife. 

Congratulations + God's richest blessings, Mr. + Mrs. B!

Reception Venue & Catering: Western Racquet Club
Cake & Desserts: Simma's Bakery
Florals: Mayflowers
DJ: A Personal Touch DJs
Linens: Heavenly Creations
Bride's Dress Shop: Evermore Bridal
Alterations: Custom Tailoring Services
Bride's Shoes: DSW
Bridesmaid Dresses: Amelishan Bridal
Suits: JoS. A. Bank
Rings: Brilliant Earth & Kay Jewelers

Wedding Photography | Mr. + Mrs. B | Trinity Lutheran Belle Plaine, MN | Mayer Community Center Mayer, MN by Emily Hilleshiem

I didn't have the pleasure of meeting Kaity in person until her wedding day. However from our conversations, I never doubted that we would work well together. She and Micah had a very clear idea of what was important to them for their wedding day. From a photography standpoint, quality portraits with their friends and family that were there to celebrate with them was incredibly important. Since I would be traveling from out of state, they spent time finding the perfect locations for the portraits. I must give them major props because I simply could not be more ecstatic with their selections!  (Just wait until you see the apple blossom pictures!) The entire day was the same way. They truly paid special attention to every single detail.  Beginning to end. It was a beautiful union of two individuals with loving support from their families as they begin to build their own family. I still feel so incredibly lucky to have been able to photograph it. 

Thank you and many congratulations to you, Kaity+Micah!