TIMELESS WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

for the classic couple celebrating legacy, style, and a lifetime of romance

THE BLOG

Welcome to

More Categories

FOR BRIDES

MARRIAGE

PERSONAL

BUSINESS

Socialize

Browse Posts

Weddings

Browse Posts

ENGAGEMENTS

Search :

Browse Posts

ANNIVERSARIES

 Hi, we're

Welcome to our blog! We are a husband & wife photography team based in Madison, Wisconsin who document weddings & anniversaries for joyful couples who believe in marriage. This blog is a journal about real love stories, marriage & our own adventures along the way. We are so glad you're here — please stay awhile!

MAISON      CALEB

&

LIFESTYLE

Kelly & Elizabeth | An Edgewater Garden Wedding in Downtown Madison, Wisconsin.

July 21, 2021

There once was a man who loved fresh flowers. He had a vase of them in his house at all times! This man had a daughter, his only child, and she too, loved flowers. When this man’s daughter got married, her dream was to have fresh flowers everywhere at her wedding; it only made sense! The man agreed and Kelly & Elizabeth’s Edgewater Garden Wedding came to life : )

It truly was a take-your-breath-away kind of day for Kelly & Elizabeth. I just feel so lucky to get to be a part of and document such intimate moments for families — this day being no exception. Right before they walked down to the ceremony, Elizabeth’s mom gave Elizabeth the handkerchief that her mom made and gave her on her wedding day. She kept it for almost four decades, tucked away to give to Elizabeth one day. When Elizabeth chose lilac as her wedding color, her mom smiled inside as the handkerchief was crocheted with lilac edging : )

There were SO MANY happy tears all day long — through first looks, hugs, letters, and toasts. During the ceremony, Kelly & Elizabeth did a special tribute to their parents, both who have been married for over 30 years! The sun was shining and Lake Mendota provided an absolutely stunning backdrop as Kelly & Liz began their own marriage story.

The couple did a special first look of their garden-inspired ballroom, complete with an extraordinary ceiling of fresh flowers meticulously designed and crafted by the wildly talented Daffodil Parker. More tears, a few screams, and lots of hugs and kisses ensued : ) In addition to some very heartfelt toasts, Elizabeth shared a truly beautiful and thoughtful thank you speech to their guests. The love and gratitude expressed was palpable. As the night continued, the couple shared their “first scoop” of Babcock ice cream, guests received live portrait sketches from Ivy Illustrations, and Bucky stormed the dance as guests went wild.

The very biggest congratulations to the brand new NELSONS!!!!!

wedding-stationery-suite
bella-belle-bride-heels
champagne-toast-wedding
bridal-details
bride-reading-groom-letter
getting-ready-edgewater-hotel-wedding
wedding-ring-set
getting-ready-photos-edgewater-hotel-wedding
bride-getting-ready-edgewater-hotel-wedding
bride-getting-ready-photos-edgewater-hotel-wedding
bride-getting-ready-photos-edgewater-hotel
bridesmaid-reveal
bride-bridesmaid-reveal
bridal-bouquet-daffodil-parker
father-daughter-first-look
bridal-heels-bouquet
bridesmaids-edgewater-hotel-wedding
bride-edgewater-hotel-wedding
parents-bride-getting-ready
bride-edgewater-hotel
bowtie-groom
groom-getting-ready
groom-portrait-edgewater-wedding
groomsmen
groom-portrait-madison-wisconsin
groomsmen-edgewater-wedding-madison
groomsmen-madison-wisconsin-wedding
edgewater-outdoor-wedding-ceremony
outdoor-wedding-ceremony-edgewater-madison
edgewater-wedding-ceremony
father-daughter-wedding
edgewater-wedding-ceremony-photos
edgewater-wedding-ceremony-photographer
edgewater-wedding-ceremony-photography
downtown-madison-wedding
daffodil-parker-wedding-ceremony
lake-mendota-wedding-ceremony
edgewater-patio-wedding-ceremony
daffodil-parker-wedding-ceremony-photos
ivy-illustrations-live-wedding-portrait
daffodil-parker-wedding-ceremony-arches
wedding-ceremony-floral
bride-groom-wedding-ceremony
asymmetric-wedding-floral-arches
first-kiss-wedding-ceremony
floral-lined-wedding-aisle
bride-groom-celebration-wedding
memorial-union-terrace-bridal-party
memorial-union-terrace-wedding-photos
memorial-union-terrace-bride-groom
memorial-union-terrace-wedding-photography
memorial-union-terrace-wedding
wedding-photos-memorial-union-terrace
luxe-wedding-bouquet
wedding-photography-memorial-union-terrace
wisconsin-state-capitol-wedding-photos
wisconsin-state-capitol-wedding-photography
wisconsin-state-capitol-bridal-party
wisconsin-state-capitol-bridesmaids-photo
daffodil-parker-bridesmaids-bouquets
wedding-photos-wisconsin-state-capitol
lilac-bridesmaid-dresses
wedding-photography-wisconsin-state-capitol
lilac-bridesmaid-inspiration
wedding-party-photos-wisconsin-state-capitol
wisconsin-state-capitol-bride-groom
wisconsin-state-capitol-bride-groom-portraits
bride-groom-portraits
seating-chart-cards
luxe-edgewater-wedding-reception
edgewater-wedding-reception
floral-ceiling
edgewater-garden-wedding
edgewater-garden-wedding-photos
edgewater-wedding-reception-photography
table-numbers-wedding
ivy-illustrations-wedding-reception
edgewater-wedding-photography
edgewater-garden-wedding-photos
wedding-reception-edgewater-hotel
luxury-edgewater-hotel-wedding
wisconsin-wedding-reception
wisconsin-wedding-reception-madison
sunset-wedding-photos-edgewater
sunset-wedding-photography-edgewater
sunset-wedding-photos-edgewater-pier
sunset-wedding-photography-edgewater-pier
sunset-wedding-photos-edgewater-hotel
sunset-wedding-photography-edgewater-hotel
best-wisconsin-wedding-photographer
parents-bride-wedding-reception
madison-wi-wedding
best-wisconsin-wedding-photographers
madison-wisconsin-wedding
best-wisconsin-wedding-photography
first-dance
father-daughter-dance
mother-son-dance
babcock-ice-cream-wedding

Kelly & Elizabeth’s incredible wedding day team:

Ceremony & Reception Venue: The Edgewater | Planning & Design: Elevate Events | Floral: Daffodil Parker | Production & Rentals: Chance Productions | Band: Bluewater Kings | Hair & Makeup Artist: Emily Biersack | Wedding Dress Shop: White Dress Bridal Boutique, Designer: Lazaro | Bridesmaid Dresses: Evening Collective | Menswear: The Black Tux | Ceremony & Cocktail Hour Music: Pecatonica String Quartet | Live Artist: Ivy Illustrations | Officiant: Koru Ceremony | Dessert: Babcock Ice Cream

See more real weddings on the blog!

Weddings

  1. Dorothy says:

    Amazing photography for an incredible couple! You captured every detail, laugh, and happy tear. Loved reliving the day through these photos <3

    • Maison Engel says:

      Thank you SO much for these words, Dorothy! They mean so much 🙂 I hope these photos allow you, and many others, to relive this day for years and years to come!!!!

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

@MAISONMEREDITH

Follow along on instagram

@MAISONMEREDITH

Follow along on instagram