As an elopement photographer, I have had the pleasure of capturing some truly intimate and beautiful elopements in the state of Wisconsin. If you're considering eloping in Wisconsin, there are a few things you should know to ensure that your elopement is both legal and unforgettable.

Having a wedding is one of the biggest expenses you will undertake in your lifetime. The first thing to do is make sure you know what is most important to you on your big day. Everyone has something that is a must on their wedding day. From the venue to the food, the dress, the DJ, flowers, etc. things can start to add up fast. However, there are ways to budget and still have the wedding of your dreams.

Colin and Holly decided to elope in Muscoda, Wisconsin, and even though we hadn’t worked together in a couple of years (Holly was a piercer at a tattoo shop I worked at) they asked me to photograph their big day. So they rented an Airbnb on the river, invited their closest family and friends, and Holly’s best friend Sam did the honors.

I was in Knoxville to photograph a couple of styled shoots and decided to extend my Tennessee stay by a few days and hang out in Chattanooga. I reached out through some online forums to see if anyone wanted to get some photos done while I was there, and Sarah responded saying they would love to! As a local Sarah was able to give me some great advice on where we could go for the best shots in the local area. Her and David were just the sweetest couple and so photogenic!

Not only was this wedding stunning, it was also incredibly nostalgic and meaningful. I have known the bride Katherine since elementary school and the groom Alden since Jr. High. They were high school sweethearts and we all knew that someday they would be walking down the aisle. We just did not know I would be the one lucky enough to capture all of their memories!

I've had the privilege of capturing many beautiful weddings in this charming city, and I've had the opportunity to work with some of the best wedding venues in the area. So, today I want to share with you the five best wedding venues in Madison, Wisconsin.