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A quiet, rainy Sunday afternoon at the Wisconsin State Capitol. It felt like a movie, the plotline clear since the second I said hello.

Two people who have such great chemistry that my job was to simply document it. Without a trace of influence, they raced through the capital, up the marble stairs only stopping to share a laugh or kiss.

Engagement

August 6, 2023

Summer Engagement Session at The Wisconsin State Capital Building | Gmartel Photography

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Their first dance in the Atrium was a highlight of the season for me. The soft glow of twinkling lights overhead illuminated the dance floor as Jon and Lauren shared a moment that seemed to transcend time. Surrounded by their friends and family, their first dance was truly a magical moment . 

Wedding

July 28, 2023

A Summer Wedding At The Tinsmith on Film

Bride and Groom First Look at the Tinsmith in the Atrium
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Some wedding days feel like a dream from start to finish, and this fall wedding at The Abbey Resort in Lake Geneva was exactly that. It was a day filled with quiet anticipation, deep emotions, and unforgettable moments. As a documentary wedding photographer, my goal is to capture how the day felt as authentically as […]

Wedding

March 21, 2025

Documentary Approach to a Fall Wedding at The Abbey in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Golden hour emotional imagery in lake geneva wisconsin