Welcome

get to know the photographer

After graduating from the University of Wisconsin with a degree in journalism, I started taking photography classes with the intention of a career in photojournalism. Instead, I started shooting portraits of family and friends and was instantly hooked! I started my business and never looked back. I've now been shooting weddings for twelve years and I can't imagine doing anything else.

When I'm not behind the camera, you can find me at home with my husband Paul, our two sons, Charlie and Archie and our newborn baby girl, Marlowe. Our hands (and hearts) are very full but there is never a dull moment at our house.

the experience

My philosophy

I believe weddings are a social celebration of a very sacred commitment. I feel honored to participate in every wedding I shoot and treat both the day and the couple with the highest level of respect. My approach is to document your wedding day in the most authentic way possible, as it unfolds; with all the grace, distinction and style that is possible today in wedding photography.

 I believe your wedding photographs are your first heirloom as a new family. I believe photographs belong in your hands, not on a hard drive. And I believe wedding photography should feel timeless and clean, so that fifty years from now, all you see is the love and beauty of your first day of marriage, not some over-processed, over-posed, over-photoshopped versions of yourselves.

the process

from engaged to i do

From the first consultation, to the engagement session and wedding day itself, I pride myself on delivering a one-of-a-kind client experience. I want my client's photos to truly reflect their personalities, both as individuals and as a couple. I want my images to serve as a reminder of how that day felt, not just how pretty it looked.  I take a hands-on approach to helping my clients craft their timelines and scout the perfect location for their portraits. I also send out a comprehensive questionnaire to all my clients prior to the wedding to collect all of your important information beforehand. I find that doing as much prep work as I can in the weeks before the wedding allows me to focus on the imagery which in turn allows my clients to  really be present in the moment and enjoy themselves and their guests. 

Sneak peek images are posted within 48 hours and complete galleries are delivered 6-8 weeks after the wedding day.  

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the collections

CUSTOM COLLECTIONS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

8 hours of wedding coverage 
Second Photographer
Online gallery with high resolution images and printing rights
Optional flat-lay styling appointment

BASIC COLLECTION

$5,000

8 hours of wedding coverage
 Engagement Session
Second Photographer
Online gallery with high resolution images and printing rights
Optional flat-lay styling appointment

SIGNATURE COLLECTION

$5,400

10 hours of wedding coverage
Engagement Session
Second Photographer
$600 album credit
Online gallery with high resolution images and printing rights
Optional flat-lay styling appointment

10 hours of wedding coverage
Engagement Session
Second Photographer
$800 album credit
Online gallery with high resolution images and printing rights
Optional flat-lay styling appointment

THE WEDDING COLLECTIVE

HEIRLOOM COLLECTION

$6,700

$8,500

A LA CARTE

Additional Wedding Coverage - $375/hour
Bridal or Engagement Session - $550
Film Photography Add-on - $500
Heirloom Bouquet - Upon request

Custom packages are available upon request 
** sales tax will be added to all packages 
***Travel fees may apply to locations outside of 60 miles of Milwaukee. Ask for details.

Engagement, Bridal and 1st Anniversary

A collection of 3 sessions in addition to your wedding coverage

albums

Handcrafted Albums are the perfect way to remember your wedding day

As a firm believer in the importance of printing your photos, I encourage all my clients to consider preserving their favorite images in an album. I offer the highest quality fine art albums, in your choice of linen, vegan leather or suede covers.

Albums are priced at $75/image. 20 images are needed to send your album to print. 

Duplicate parent albums are available at $375 each or two for $700.









engagement sessions

This is your time together.

I believe having an engagement session is important for several reasons. This time allows you, as a couple, to get comfortable in front of the camera and showcase your personalities in a more casual setting, while creating some fun, memorable images for wall portraits, a guest book or save the dates.

It also serves as a great way to settle any nerves about having your photo taken before the wedding.  During an engagement session, I talk constantly to my clients and provide nonstop instruction and guidance.  This way, you're never left feeling awkward or wondering what to do.  And by the time it's your wedding day, you effortlessly fall into those "poses" that we did during your engagement session because it feels familiar.  Your wedding portraits will look more natural as a result. 

How do we reserve our date?

A non-refundable retainer of 30 percent of your collection in addition to a signed contract are required to hold a date. 

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How many photos will we receive?

I never guarantee a set number of images in your final gallery, simply because each wedding is so different.  A typical 8 hour wedding with two photographers will yield 600+ photos in the final gallery.

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What happens if you get sick or have an emergency?

In my 12 years of shooting weddings, I have never missed one and hope I never do!  But things do happen, so I always have a backup plan in place in the event of an emergency. 

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When we will see our photos?

I love to post sneak peeks of your wedding and engagement sessions to my social media within a day or two.  I will send you the final gallery 4-6 weeks after your wedding.  Engagement sessions are in delivered 1-2 weeks.

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Thank you so much for considering me to be a part of your wedding day! If you’re interested in working with me, the next step is to set up a time to chat! You can reach me directly at hello@mackenzieorth.com 

thank you!