This one is for the true art lovers!

Ever since I saw a glimpse of Milwaukee’s new venue, The George and Madcap Lounge with it’s unique gallery wall space, I hoped to be able to shoot there someday! Luckily it must have been written in the stars because it didn’t take long. When the ladies of Events to a T reached out to see if I would photograph a styled shoot there during winter, I said absolutely yes!

Sometimes spaces are much different than I had imagined. In this case, immediately when I walked in I was taken aback – in the best of ways. Every inch of this space is so intricately designed and artistically inspiring. The gallery wall was even larger in person and makes for a stunning backdrop for indoor ceremonies or portraits. This bright naturally lit venue is also perfect for winter or rainy days when outside portraits are not an option! The bridal suite and downstairs lounge are also works of art in themselves – between the flooring, wall décor, ceiling, light fixtures, I could stare at the different rooms of this place all day and still find more to discover!

While the ballroom space offers a more traditional romantic ceremony with floor-to-ceiling windows and a rooftop overlooking the city for sunset photos, the other eclectic spaces offer the best of both worlds for a dynamic couple looking to shake things up. As we were photographing the lounge downstairs at the pool table I couldn’t help but think, “Wow, I want to be a guest at a wedding here!” Something I honestly don’t think of or say haha. But the space is just *that* cool and such a vibe.

Haley & Cassi of Events to a T’s vision implemented refined textures and a desert color palette. Light pinks and warm tones of peach, terracotta, yellow and sand mixed in with sage green. Zap Bloom, sister company of Milwaukee Flower Co, recently announced their brand new shop that focuses on quick fix “add to cart” style florals to couples for their wedding day, and featured their Sedona-themed blooms for our shoot. And Miss Ruby Boutique provided our model the stunning sleeky, draped corset gown with a high slit and sheer chiffon gloves (which I had way too much fun incorporating the trendier direct flash looks down in the lounge).

Thank you so much to all who helped make this a gorgeous and fun day! 😍Here’s just a few highlights!

Insta reel: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cozydw3tQCV/

Creative Team:

Planning: @eventstoat@haleyabbate@cassi_frank / https://eventstoat.co/
Venue: @thegeorgemke / https://www.thegeorgemilwaukee.com/
Florals: @zapbloommke / https://zapbloom.com/
Dress: @missrubyboutique / https://www.missrubyboutique.com/
HMU: @archapothecary / https://www.archapothecary.com/
Paper Goods: @paperenvyusa / https://www.paperenvy.com/
Dessert: @cakeladydesigns / https://www.cakeladydesigns.com/
Rentals: @canopiesevents@bbjlatavola / https://www.canopiesevents.com/ https://bbjlatavola.com/
Videography: @filmsbydesign / https://filmsbydesign.co/
DJ + Lighting: @soundbydesign / https://soundbydesign.co/
Bride: @baileypetitgoue