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Best of 2009 :: Wedding Dances :: Wisconsin Wedding Photographer

Mandie Haberman — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:37:01 +0000

Well, everyone, I’m on the verge of catching up with several projects, and that includes the Best of 2009 series. One last fun category to go, and that is DANCES!

Wedding dances always bring a little moisture to my eyes. They are filled with such tender moments. In the midst of a very public day, the first dance between a husband and wife is just a little more intimate than any of the other events of the day. The smiles that bounce between them, the whispers exchanged that nobody can hear, the spontaneous laughter or stray tear that escapes an eye… These are quickly becoming some of my favorite parts of the day. Even a touching dance between a bride and her dad or a groom and his mom can steal my breath.

And so, as at the end of every wedding comes the dancing, here I’ll close our Best of 2009 post series by sharing some sweet dancing portraits. Enjoy!

#1:

Melanie & Joe's First Dance (with Studio Noveau)

#2:

Scott & his Mom at Songbird Hills Country Club

#3:

Carolyn & Chris's First Dance at the Eisner Museum in Milwaukee

#4:

Julie & Matt at the Hilltop Resort in Wisconsin

#5:

Marianne & her Dad at Blackhawk Church in Madison Wisconsin

#6:

Another Father-Daughter, Megan and her Dad in Verona Wisconsin

#7:

Ashley & Jason Break it Down Destination Wedding Style in Mexico!

#8:

Katie & Greg at the Madison Concourse Hotel, with Jessica Kempen Photography

#9:

A Sweet Kiss at Alli & Mike's University Club Wedding

#10:

Beth & Dan's Wedding at the Monona Terrace

Thank you everyone, for following this series and sharing your comments. Please take a few moments to vote on the other Best of 2009 posts and share some love. All voting will be closed on THURSDAY of this week, March 5, leaving me just enough time to post winners before I leave for a week of photography networking, inspiration, and education in fabulous Las Vegas.

To ensure your vote is counted, leave the NUMBER of your favorite image in the comments section below! The couple belonging to the winning images for each post will receive a FREE 8×10 of their featured image!

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Best of 2009 :: Details, Details! :: Madison Wedding Photographer

Mandie Haberman — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:17:08 +0000

Winter has passed its peak and here in Wisconsin, we’re eagerly awaiting spring. I’m so thrilled that by the time I return from Vegas in just a few short weeks, March will be nearly half-over and my favorite season will be on its way.

Along with spring comes a very exciting wedding season. I’m thrilled to begin! However, before that happens let’s finish up our Best of 2009 series so we can announce some winners and award some prints. YAY!

As you already know, I LOVE details. So, let’s take a look at some bouquets, rings, and other things from 2009′s lovely weddings. Remember, vote by telling us what your favorite image is in a comment on this post. The couple whose image gets the most votes gets a FREE 8×10 of that image!

#1:

Anne's Beautiful and Colorful Bouquet at the Capitol in Madison

#2:

Anne's Grandmother's Locket

#3:

A Combo Rings-&-Bouquet Shot from Gwen & Scott's Wedding

#4:

Wedding Rings with Boat Motor Propeller at Carolyn & Chris's Wedding

#5:

Cute Planter Placecards at Julie & Matt's Wedding

#6:

Megan & Darcey's Wedding Rings in Red Boxes

#7:

A Lovely Bridal Bouquet from Ashley & Jason's Mexico Wedding

#8:

A Bridesmaid Bouquet from Jesse & Bridgette's Wedding

#9:

A Stunning Cake from Katie & Greg's Wedding with Jessica Kempen Photography

#10:

Another Lovely Cake from Alli & Mike's Wedding

#11:

A Pair of Ring Shots from Beth & Dan's Wedding with Studio Noveau

#12:

A Unique & Beautiful Necklace from Alicia & Jason's Wedding

Don’t Forget to vote for your favorite by leaving a comment below… Thanks for voting!

Best of 2009 :: The Ceremony! :: Madison Wedding Photographer

Mandie Haberman — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:25:56 +0000

Today’s Best of 2009 post focuses on the meat and potatoes of the wedding day: the ceremony! The details, the portraits, the dancing, and all those other shots are fun, but this part of the day is what we’re all really there for, isn’t it? I have to admit, I am thankful for waterproof mascara. I’m the sentimental type, and I’ll be the first to tell you that it’s a must when I shoot a wedding.

Just as each couple is unique, each ceremony I shoot is different in its own way. I was lucky to be included in some incredibly unique weddings in 2009, and I’m excited to share my favorite moments with you!

#1:

Melanie & Joe's Olbrich Ceremony :: With Studio Noveau

#2:

Gwen & Dad Share a Hug at Songbird Hills Country Club

#3:

Carolyn & Chris's Eisner Museum Wedding in Milwaukee

#4:

#5:

Marianne & Corey's Blackhawk Church Wedding

#6:

Darcey's Mom Lighting Candles in Oregon, Wisconsin

#7:

A Sunny Ceremony for Katie & Greg :: With Jessica Kempen Photography

Dave Romances Becca at Devil's Lake

#9:

A Curious Flower Girl at Erin & Nick's Paradise Park Wedding

#10:

A Good Laugh During Alicia & Jason's Orpheum Wedding

#11

The Most Unique Groom's Entrance I've Ever Witnessed!

To vote for your favorite, please leave a comment below… Thanks for voting, everyone, I know the winning couple will be thrilled to receive a free 8×10 copy of their featured image!