Our day began at Turner Hall where Dena and the Bridesmaids were getting ready for the ceremony. One of the fun challenges of shooting a wedding is trying to come up with a great setting to highlight the dress. 

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I would think that a guy with a full frame camera and a 200mm lens right in the brides face while she is applying eye makeup might make her a little nervous, it didn't appear to bother Dena at all.

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The Door to the Gates of Heaven.

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The ambient light in the Gates of Heaven is pretty spectacular, we got some great shots of Dena and Kyle in a couple of locations.

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The Synagogue is located on the corner of James Madison Park and right outside are the shores of Lake Mendota. 

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With some help from Craig, it's raining apple blossoms.

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The traditional bridesmaids holding the groom shot, Kyle was a reluctant participant. I don't think he trusted them.

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We also made a stop at Allen Gardens.

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It looks like the bride and groom fell asleep for this one, even though it was overcast, the sky was so bright everyone was having trouble looking up.

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Back to Turner Hall for the Reception and Dance...

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