My initial meeting with Jessica was via Zoom since she lives outside Milwaukee. Jessica is a lovely young woman who recently engaged her best friend. During our meeting, we talked for over an hour about her vision for the wedding, her story with Tyler, and her experience traveling abroad. Jessica & Tyler met while attending university and have been together for seven years. They’ve traveled to many places and spent a year in China; that’s when Tyler proposed to her.

A family member recommended the Paine Art Center and Gardens to them. Jessica and Tyler fell in love with the historic estate, the breathtaking botanical gardens, and the classic European-style architecture.

Jessica and Tyler envisioned a simple yet elegant wedding with an outdoor ceremony, live music, and a reception where Sasha, their furry friend, would be welcomed.

This was my first time covering at Paine Art Center and Gardens. The staff was amiable, professional, and accommodating; I was shown around as soon as I got there, which made it easier to take beautiful pictures of the couple.

Venue: The Paine Art Center & Gardens

Hair & Makeup: Mane Attraction

Dress: Elaine’s Bridal (Appleton location)

Suit: Mens Warehouse

Bridesmaids Dresses: Azazie

Bridesman suit: ASOS

Groomsmen Ties & Groomsmen/Bridesman Suspenders: Tie Bar

Groomsmen pants: Mens Warehouse

Cake Baker: Cold Stone

Food & catering: Zuppas. https://www.zuppas.com/

Florist: Flowers & Leaves

Stationer: SimplyDIYPaperie https://www.etsy.com/shop/SimplyDIYPaperie

Officiant: Pastor Jo Ann Schoblaski

Jeweler: (Engagement ring & wedding bands) Diamond Factory of Ann Arbor https://www.diamondfactoryofannarbor.com/

Bride’s Earrings & bracelet: RosyStoneInc https://www.etsy.com/shop/RosyStoneInc

Bride’s Hairpiece: Elaine’s Bridal

Linens: Everest Party Rentals

Ceremony Live Musicians: Greg Smith (violin) & Ron Rindo-Tyler’s dad (guitar & vocals)

Cocktail hour/Reception Live musicians: Sam Stranz (saxophone) & John Salerno (piano)

Centerpiece candles: Quick Candles https://quickcandles.com/ & Jamali Garden https://www.jamaligarden.com/

Printing: DigiCopy