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Courtny and Stephen’s Villa Terrace Milwaukee Wedding

admin — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 22:15:07 +0000

Before we head off to WPPI (a large photography conference and trade-show) to learn a bunch of new things, and check out some new products, here is another wedding from last year.

Courtny and Stephen had a small wedding and reception at the Villa Terrace in Milwaukee, WI. These two are perfect for each other. They both have such a wonderful sense of humor. Just seeing them laugh together is infectious, and makes your day just a little better.

Kelly and Dave’s EAA Oshkosh Wedding

admin — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 21:56:29 +0000

Kelly and Dave got married last year up in Oshkosh at the EAA museum… and I am catching up on weddings that I didn’t have a chance to blog about. So without much further, here are some of my favorites from their wedding:

Organized by the fabulous Allison Kline of Sash & Bow
Getting Ready at the Brayton B&B
Reception at the EAA

In Memory of Tom Bur – Milwaukee Veterans Hospital

admin — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 06:08:43 +0000

I did not know Tom Bur, nor did I ever have the chance to meet him. However, if the character of a man can show in his children, then he was truly a great man. I have had the honor to know his children and grandchildren, and call them family for just over two years now. The family he left behind are all amazingly beautiful people in heart, mind and spirit. They all possess a passion for life that must have been instilled in them by Tom.

Tom was an Air Force Veteran, and last Tuesday we gathered to honor his service, and in memory salute him as he looks down upon us. Sue Perse, daughter of Tom, and my mother-in-law, asked me to capture the memorial in photographs. I was happy to do so.

LILLY – Cool Senior Photos in Milwaukee

admin — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 19:41:17 +0000

Mr Simon McConico and I met up with Lilly and her mom in the heart of some crazy Milwaukee summer festival traffic/lots of people. We wanted to shoot a little down by Lake Michigan, and then head out and shoot some urban scenes. Anyone from Milwaukee knows how crazy the Lakefront gets in summer. We finally got to a meeting spot and didn’t waste any time… the light was perfect, golden, and waiting for us. Lilly was a lot of fun to work with, and her mom was very cool as well. I think Simon hit the nail on the head with this quote: “If I didn’t have to eat, I would do this for free”. So very true…

Here are my favorites from the shoot… so many good shots, it was hard to pick my favs:

Don’t forget to check out Simon’s set as well, over on his blog…

Join me July 23 at The Broadway Theatre Center

admin — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 02:37:07 +0000

Join me July 23 at the Broadway Theatre Center for a night of artwork, drinks, mingling, and fun. Bring your cellphone ready to scan some barcodes to leave notes and your own digital content on each photograph…

Find out more information here.

Nick and Dana – Sneak Peek – Madison Orpheum Wedding

admin — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 09:04:32 +0000

Oh so much fun tonight… Nick and Dana, you are awesome. Thank you for having Valo Photography as part of your wedding day!

Simon and Nicole – Milwaukee Wedding with Lakefront Brewery Reception

admin — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:07:45 +0000

Simon and Nicole got married. Simon asked me to photograph the wedding. I was honored to do so.

The wedding was great. There was great light, great details, great people, and a lot of great fun… Here are some of my favorite shots from the day:

Vanessa and Drew Wedding Sneak Peek

admin — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 18:40:43 +0000

Vanessa and Drew got married yesterday… The weather was a bit on and off all day, but that never stops us. After shooting outside in the rain for a while, the rain picked up and we went in search of a coffee shop to get a couple more shots before the day was over. Turns out the coffee shop we were thinking about was closed, however, in the same parking lot there was a Sendiks Grocery Store… Simon and I thought to ourselves “Selves, wouldn’t it be fun to shoot in the grocery store?” Vanessa and Drew were down, so we were as well. We ran around the store for a while making photographs like this:

Much more to come… this was a lot of fun.

Thank you Vanessa and Drew for having Valo Photography as part of your day. Also, thanks for thinking outside the box with us and trying something a little different.

Jake Rohde
Valo Photography

Caroline and Roy – Milwaukee Engagement

admin — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 06:25:58 +0000

Buster and Amy – Milwaukee Engagement

admin — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 06:39:24 +0000