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2013 | Wisconsin Wedding Moments Worth Remembering

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January 10, 2014

/ James Stokes

For me, sometimes it feels like the only moments I remember are those I have seen in photographs. These are the times that feel the most real, like they just happened and time really did stand still for that one 1/60th of a second.

When searching the Internet for wedding images, it is often the same types of photographs we see; the dress, the shoes, the details, the rings, the bouquet etc., And while we love these photos, (they are some of the most fun to capture because it forces us to think creatively and attempt new things) they make up such a small part of a wedding story.

What rarely makes it on blogs, Pinterest, and photographer websites are the in- between, sometimes not so pretty, not-stylized, real-life moments – you know the ones that make you laugh, cry, and remember what it felt like in that fleeting instance.

What moments do you want to remember?

In our living room there is a picture of our children simply being kids, one is crying one is laughing, one is being silly, and one is looking questioningly into the camera. Across the top of the canvas is the quote,

“If you surrender completely to the moments as they pass, you live more richly those moments.” Anne Morrow Lindbergh

It is a phrase I have come to embrace as my mantra for parenthood – life-hood and one I take with me on a wedding day. By allowing ourselves to be in the moment, rather than separate from the experience, simply observing, controlling, analyzing, – we are free to richly exist within an experience and the phenomenon that is a wedding. I believe this takes a certain amount of emotional investment in our work and an ideology that seeks to shoot not only for our clients, but also for ourselves.

What are the moments we would want to remember?

I believe this is where a style is born. It is so much more than the ‘look’ of an image or even the way we use our camera. It supersedes both of these things and begins with our own personal experiences and the way we view the world.

Many of these photographs are in black and white; I have always been drawn to simplicity of BW film. Kodak 400TX film could be found in my camera over 50% of the time when I was growing up with my Pentax K1000. Sometimes color can distract us from what is really happening in the photograph. Often colors come with their own emotions; black and white timeless moments cause us to truly see the image for what it is. It might be that I grew up falling in love with my grandparents snap shots that cause me to be drawn to these types of images time and time again.

So in 2014, I want to continue to stay true to myself and shoot more images likes these.

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When your father gave you this hug

 

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When he saw you for the first time

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When your sister-in-law shocked you on the dance floor

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When you threw the opening pitch

 

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When your dad smelled your mother’s foot

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When he almost didn’t make it back to shore

 

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Your mother’s last words to you before you married the man of your dreams.

 

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When grandma got her groove on

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When it started to rain but you didn’t care because you had everything you ever wanted

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The passion behind this kiss

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My grandfather’s kiss

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How I meant every word

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Just cause…

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When he sang me this song

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The last time they were all together

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How excited, terrified, and nervous I was until I saw her

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How he made me laugh

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And how he made me cry

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How incredible she looked

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When he said you’ll always be “my little girl”

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When we were all together again

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The way he held my hand

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When he did the worm

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What an incredible day we had

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The Best Wisconsin Outdoor & Barn Wedding Venues

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December 24, 2013

/ James Stokes

Since we both grew up on farms, had our wedding reception at a barn, and love photographing barn weddings, we thought we might give you a list of a few of our favorite Barn Wedding Venues in Wisconsin. Katie and I feel right at home photographing a laid-back-country-wedding, especially when we get to wear cowboy boots and Polka. We would be thrilled to capture your outdoor/barn wedding!

  • Barnsite Retreat & Events Center
  • Appletree Lane Bed & Breakfast *****
  • Lussier Family Heritage Center
  • Hilltop
  • The Fields Reserve
  • Munson Bridge Winery – Withee, Wi  *****
  • Windy Pine Barn – Waterloo, WI
  • The Barn at Harvest Moon Pond
  • Farm & Home Concert Underground
  • Century Barn
  • Schuster’s Farm
  • Old World Wisconsin
  • Camp Wandawega
  • The Irish Barn at Whistling Straits
  • Woodwalk Gallery
  • Silver Poplar Studios
  • Barnsite Retreat and Events
  • Willow Pond bed and Breakfast *****
  • Birch Creek Music Performance Center
  • The Milkweed Club
  • Norskedalen Nature and Heritage Center
  • The Enchanted Barn ****
  • The Still Farm
  • Fergusen’s Orchards
  • Brickhouse Getaway
  • Cedar Hill Farm
  • Mulberry Lane Farm
  • Blue Vista Farm
  • Brule River Barn
  • Norskedalen Heritage Center
  • Pedretti Party Barn
  • Justin Trails Barn
  • Country Pleasures B&B
  • Castle of Spring Green
  • Sugarland Farm
  • Door Creek Orchard
  • Devils Lake State Park
  • O’Brien Barn
  • Barn at Harvest Moon Pond
  • Olin Park
  • Olbrich Botanical Gardens *****
  • Over the Vines Vineyard and Wine Barn
  • The Farm at Dover
  • The Irish Barn
  • River Wildlife
  • Family Farm
  • Twisted Willow Farm
  • Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
  •  Urban Ecology Center
  • The Rustic Barn at Prairie Gardens
  • Bennett Barn
  • Mountaintop Chalet
  • Abbey Springs
  • Rustic Manor 1848
  • Milford Hills Hunt Club
  • Paoli Mill Terrace & Park
  • A’Buleae
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Apple Tree Lane Waupaca B&B Outdoor Wedding | Chad & Megan

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September 23, 2013

/ James Stokes

You know that couple that just makes everyone laugh and you can’t help but feel more alive when you’re around them. Chad and Megan are that couple and their wedding was the wedding that was filled with big moments and unpredictable weather and laughter.
With a lightening strike Chad and Megan said, “I do!” Their vows were exchanged beside the Crystal River in a clearing in the woods. The grounds at Apple Tree Lane Bed & Breakfast in Waupaca, Wisconsin allowed for the perfect setting for an outdoor wedding. Clouds and a little rain couldn’t bring a damper to this wedding celebration.
Their guests recorded their fondest memories and shared words of encouragement and played yard games during the reception. Chad, working in broadcast radio, had a playlist custom fit for their evening of dancing and celebrating with close friends and family. Custom grilled cheese sandwiches and an array of hors d’oeuvre style food were a delight to see and taste. We feel so lucky to have photographed this Central Wisconsin Wedding. I grew up very close to the Crystal River and it is always a treat to come back and photograph weddings in the area.

Thank you both for allowing us to capture a part of your story and share in your wedding day!

Blessings | J&K

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