Ellie & Luis’ Backyard Wedding

9.7.2024 - Madison, WI

I had the absolute joy of meeting Ellie and Luis back in our college days at Marquette University. Ellie was my sorority twin (shoutout AXO!) and always the first to raise her hand to model for me back when I was just starting out as a baby photographer, hustling to build my portfolio. So when I heard that she and Luis were engaged and then got that magical message from Ellie asking me to photograph their wedding, it was an instant and heck yes for me!

Their big day was nothing short of dreamy. Both the bridal and groom’s parties got ready at the intimate and oh-so-beautiful Hoffman property, a place their families had poured so much love into for months leading up to the wedding. Every corner of the home and grounds felt intentional, warm, and personal.

Ellie and Luis exchanged vows at the stunning St. Patrick Catholic Church, just a few blocks away from the Capitol building (hello, postcard-worthy!). Then it was back to Ellie’s childhood backyard in charming Oregon, WI, where the celebration truly came to life. Picture a grand white tent glowing with twinkle lights and delicate chandeliers, vintage furniture tucked under trees and scattered across the lawn, and guests soaking in the joy, laughter, and heartfelt moments all around.

It was elegant, cozy, and so full of love, just like Ellie and Luis. I couldn’t be more honored to have captured such a beautiful day for such pure souls.