North Shore Country Club wedding - Menasha, WI - Krystle & Ryan

One would think that June 21 would feel like the longest day of the year, but Krystle and Ryan's wedding that Saturday seemed to just fly by. Surrounded by great family and fun friends and located in beautiful settings, it was a wedding to remember! (And now, Krystle and Ryan and my husband and I are wedding anniversary buddies :)).

Bridal details...

The best bridesmaids' reaction. ever.

Lovely bride with her parents.

Ryan is the tallest groom I have ever photographed. He's 6'6" (and since I'm only 5'2", I was rocking the step stool all day long) :)

The ceremony took place at beautiful Saint Joseph church in Appleton.

Eagle view...

Symmetry... in an asymmetrical way.

Loved photographing this group of friends.

A beautiful bride...

And, a handsome groom!

After the group photo at the Lawrence University, we headed to the North Shore County Club.

Gorgeous room set up...

Everything sparkled... even the candy buffet.

Opened in 1930, even today, the clubhouse showcases the charm of the old world.

I love when my clients agree on sneaking out for photos in the setting sun. Twenty minutes outside usually equals to many beautiful, gorgeously lit photos. 

No special effect added. Mother Nature at her best.

My and the best man's favorite photo (well, that's the only one he really saw).

Thank you, Krystle and Ryan, for letting me be a part of one of the most relaxed weddings ever. You, your family and friends rule.

Dziekuje!

PS. Here's a sneak peek at the top of the mountain engagement session in Wild Rose. 

Ceremony - St. Joseph Parish

Reception - North Shore Country Club

Dress - Tie the Knot

Tux - Men's Warehouse

Cake - Tamara's the Cake Guru

Flowers - Branching Out & Co.

Centerpieces - Elegant by Design

Candy - Fox Valley Candy Buffet

Entertainment - Elite Music

Transportation - Beyond Limousines

Nordic Mountain - Wild Rose, WI - engagement: Krystle & Ryan

The day I met Krystle and Ryan we had a small snow storm... you know, the one that really doesn't affect anything since we live in Wisconsin. Since, Ryan was a little bit late, I heard the WHOLE engagement story... rose petals and all :) 

And, once Ryan arrived, you can tell they are a much-in-love couple... rose petals and all.

Even though their wedding isn't until next year, Krystle and Ryan opted for an engagement session this year... in snow. And guess what? Yes, we had a snow storm on the day of their engagement session. This time we had to move the session to a following day... and oh, boy! It was so much fun! 

We had arrived at the Nordic Mountain ( http://nordicmountain.com) right in the early morning.

Be still my heart... The most perfect photo of the day

The chalet of the Nordic Mountain is super charming... 

I love how Krystle brought props... It always make the session so much more personal.

Snow boarding photos... oh, yeah! Sure! I'm a fearless photographer... We are staying on the bottom of the hill, right?

You mean... we are going up the hill... like on a ski lift! (My heart is going to jump out of my chest, but the opportunity is too great to miss (even though, I am super afraid of heights, I ALWAYS climb, just ask anyone that really knows me)).

I'm not surprised that Ryan proposed in this spot... The view is SPECTACULAR! 

I'm so happy that I could 'go' snowboarding. The couple, views and overall experience was wonderful. 

Thank you, Krystle & Ryan, for making me a part of your life's milestone.  I'm looking forward to your wedding.

Thank you. Dziekuje.