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fine art wedding & family photographers serving door county, Green Bay, & Wisconsin's lakeshore

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We are hopeless romantics & lake lovers who find great joy in creating and documenting connection and beauty wherever we go.

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We're The Helgesons and we are so happy you're here. This blog is a journal about our lives, travels, and photography. Stay a while and say hello!

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Why a First Look is a Must-Have on Your Wedding Day: Insights from a Professional Wedding Photographer

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Wedding

As a wedding photographer, I have seen many couples choose to have a first look on their big day. Around 95% of our clients opt for this option. As someone who has been photographing weddings for over a decade, I believe a first look is a must-have on your wedding day and has become a […]

Vineyard Wedding at Whistler’s Knoll in Hortonville | Appleton Wedding Photographer

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Wedding

Audry started off her wedding day getting ready with her sisters, bridal party members, and some adorable dachshund pups. We had beautiful weather for details, bridal portraits, and bridal party photos before heading to Whistler’s Knoll in Hortonville. The ceremony started in sync with a downpour however, Audry & Roger didn’t miss a beat. Unaffected […]

Wine Themed Wedding at The Paine Art Center & Gardens

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Matt & Zach Oshkosh, Wisconsin Matt & Zach started their marriage on a beautiful autumn day in October with a wine themed wedding at The Paine Art Center & Gardens. The day started with the full wedding party getting ready at Zach’s Grandmother’s home in Kaukauna. Dar has an elegant home filled with class along […]

Doty Park Engagement in Neenah paired with a wine toast

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Engagement

Matt & Zach enjoyed an evening stroll through Doty Park while sipping wine and reminiscing Paris, during their Neenah Engagement Session.

Elegant Beach Elopement in Kewaunee

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“It was 1988, we were just kindergartners at Jefferson Elementary School! We know this is true because Drew’s mom found pictures of us playing in class together; that was the beginning of our friendship!

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