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Everyone has a story, and I find so much joy in and cherish each and every wedding that I'm entrusted with. I strive to provide breathtaking photos & videos that will be treasured for generations to come. 

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Isiah and Rachel met while attending graduate school at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. Within a few weeks they met, became friends, and started classes. Soon after that, their love story began…

Engagements

February 13, 2021

Winter Engagement in Downtown Milwaukee

Winter Engagement in Downtown Milwaukee

This engagement session is really cool because we spent our time in Walkers Point, a really hip and urban part of downtown Milwaukee.

Engagements

December 27, 2020

Industrial Walkers Point Milwaukee Engagement

Industrial Walkers Point Engagement Photos

I truly love it when my couples pick a location that means something to them! The majority of this session took place at Carroll University, where Paige and Dillon both met when they sat next to each other in anatomy class.

Engagements

December 1, 2020

Carroll University Campus Engagement

Carroll College Campus Engagement Photos

Greg + Alli | Engaged Colorful and Cozy Fall Engagement at Picnic Point in Madison I had so much fun getting to know Alli and Greg while taking their engagement photos at Picnic Point! We met briefly earlier this year at a bridal show. After explaining to Alli the benefits of hiring a great wedding […]

Engagements

November 15, 2020

Colorful Fall Engagement at Picnic Point

Colorful Fall Engagement at Picnic Point

We’re continuing our beautiful fall engagement series with Stacy and Trevor!! This is a very special session for me because Stacy and I went to high school together!

Engagements

November 12, 2020

Fall Engagement at Grant Park + Beach

Fall Engagement at Grant Park + Beach

Chris and Heather went to neighboring high schools, but didn’t actually meet until they attended the same college. They were surprised that they hadn’t met before college since they both grew up in small towns close by each other.

Engagements

October 24, 2020

Fall Engagement at Retzer Nature Center

Fall Engagement at Retzer Nature Center

Tessa has been following me along my photography journey for about 5 years. When the time was right, Tessa knew that she was going to ask me to be her wedding photographer.

Engagements

October 14, 2020

Sunset Engagement at Retzer Nature Center

Sunset Engagement at Retzer Nature Center

Holly and Max’s dreamy sunrise engagement shoot was nothing short of perfect. It could not have been a better morning to document this couple’s love. They glowed brighter than the sun!

Engagements

September 25, 2020

Dreamy Lake Michigan Sunrise Engagement

Dreamy Lake Michigan Sunrise Engagement

Mike + Cydney | Engaged A romantic sunset engagement at Olbrich Botanical Gardens + Olin Park in Madison It’s been a few weeks since we featured a new Chaviano Creative couple on the blog. I’m so excited that this week’s couple being featured is Cydney and Mike!! Their romantic sunset engagement photos at Olbrich Botanical […]

Engagements

August 18, 2020

Olbrich Botanical Gardens Engagement and Romantic Sunset Olin Park

Olbrich Botanical Gardens Engagement and Romantic Sunset Olin Park | Madison engagement photographer

I am sooo excited to share this amazing nautical engagement session from one of the sweetest couples – Ellen and Tim! The summer weather was perfect for an evening at the marina of Port Washington and nearby Coal Dock Park.

Engagements

June 26, 2020

Nautical Engagement in Port Washington

Nautical Port Washington Engagement at Coal Dock Park