COURTNEY & PATRICK - WHISPERING SPRINGS GOLF CLUB WEDDING CEREMONY AND RECEPTION PHOTOGRAPHER - FOND DU LAC, WI - GOSIA'S PHOTOGRAPHY

The weather the whole week before Courtney and Patrick’s wedding day was so rainy, that even I was looking at the forecast. All the worrying was for nothing; the weather turned gorgeous for Courtney and Patrick’s special day!

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The bridal bling…

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Personalized Converse shoes and one of the most beautiful veils ever.

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Growing up in Wisconsin, everyone knows that when it comes to football, the Minnesota Vikings are one of the Green Bay Packer’s biggest rivals… but this wedding couple tried to bridge the ‘differences’ even if by a small wedding detail. :)

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Patrick shared the story behind the tie pin with me… and then, I had the chance to photograph his mom’s reaction to his decision to wear the pin on the day of his wedding.

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Courtney asked if we could do the first look (btw, I love photographing those moments)… this time, Patrick’s best friend ‘went’ first… oh, and there was so much laughter! There were even jokes that perhaps, Kody isn’t the only fake bride seeking the first look…

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I’m so glad we used the reception room as the background for the first look. The room at the Whispering Springs Golf Club is simple but that is what makes it great!

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The ceremony…

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Bridal party photos were taken on the golf grounds…

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A beautiful set up in the dining room…

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After dinner, we snuck out for a couple of sunset photos… what a beautiful day for a beautiful wedding.

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COURTNEY & PATRICK - MENOMINEE PARK ENGAGEMENT SESSION PHOTOGRAPHER - OSHKOSH, WI - GOSIA'S PHOTOGRAPHY

I don’t think I laughed so much during a session in a while… Courtney and Patrick make such a funny, smart, and loving couple.

Their session took me to the Menominee Park in Oshkosh. I like photographing there because the sun is just on the right side of the lake ;-)

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The wind totally worked in our favor!

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Thank you, for being so awesome!

HEATHER & STEVEN - SEPIA CHAPEL CEREMONY AND RADISSON HOTEL GREEN BAY RECEPTION PHOTOGRAPHER - Green Bay, WI

Heather and Steven make a great couple. Both super nice, thoughtful and caring... with each other and others. 

Sepia Chapel in Green Bay was a perfect location for Heather and Steve's ceremony.

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Two very kind ladies.

Loving this moment between the two brothers and of course the groom and the bride. 

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Heather and Steve stopped by their parents to thank them before heading out of the chapel.

I really appreciate when my bridal couples trust me with my photo ideas... here we are on the side of a non busy road having fun... These photos turned out great!

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We took some portraits at the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary.

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Lambeau bound...

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The reception took place at the Radisson Hotel on Airport Road in Green Bay.

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Heather had a little surprise for her dad

Thank you, Heather and Steve, for making me a part of your wonderful wedding day! 

Dziekuje!

DANIELLE & KEVIN - ST. BERNADETTE PARISH CEREMONY AND GRAND MERIDIAN RECEPTION PHOTOGRAPHER - APPLETON, WI

Two worlds came together this past weekend in an union of a beautiful Wisconsinite and a handsome Irish-Chicagoan... And, what a day that it was!!

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Bridal detail...

I loved Danielle's shoes... classy Badgley Mishkas and whimsy Toms.

Danielle got ready at her parents' house in Appleton.

Laughter and happy tears...

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Meanwhile, the guys were getting ready at Radisson Paper Valley (thank you, Elegant Exposure for capturing Kevin and the guys at the hotel).

Kevin's many reactions to seeing his bride for the first time that day.

A beautifully happy moment...

They exchanged their vows at St. Bernadette Parish in Appleton.

I love how the apple tree blossom shadows dance in these photos... a perfect combination to the lace. 

Danielle made a beautiful bride.

We ventured to the historic Fox River Mills apartments for more photos.

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The Grand Meridian was the perfect background for Danielle and Kevin's elegant reception.

There were a lot of Kentucky Derby fans at this wedding... they all cheered their favorites.

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Kevin and his mom kicked off the dancing portion of the evening…

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From slow dances, to an Irish jig, to limbo, to singing... it was definitely one evening no one will forget any time soon!

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Thank you, Danielle and Kevin, for making me a part of your wedding day. 

Dziekuje.

Heather & Steven - Green Bay Botanical Gardens engagement photographer - Fox Valley, WI

Heather and Steven are one of those easy going, smiling and fun couples... it's my honor to photograph their sweet milestone.

We started their engagement session at the Green Bay Botanical Gardens. GBBG never disappoints!

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When in Green Bay... 

I cannot wait for their May wedding!