Creative Friends
The MKEUP experience is built on artistry and a deep commitment to our clients. Over the years, I've had the pleasure of working alongside some of the most talented and professional creative people in the greater Milwaukee area. This is a curated list of trusted colleagues whose work I admire and who I know will provide an exceptional experience for my clients. You will also see some of their work across my site and in my portfolio!
Ivylane Photo Company
Ivylane Photo Company is a Milwaukee-based wedding and elopement photographer led by Koryn Ivylane Bennett. Her style is known for being playful, timeless, and genuine, focusing on capturing authentic, fleeting moments with the feel of a friend. She specializes in creating lively, elegant, and honest images that reflect the couple’s story.
The Pearl Photography
Pearl Nemecek is a Milwaukee-based photographer, designer, and creative director. She brings a multifaceted and artistic vision to her work, specializing in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle projects. Her focus is on creating compelling, high-end visual stories for innovative branding campaigns.
Close Up by Christina
Close Up by Christina is a Chicago-based storyteller specializing in weddings, families, and couples. Her photography is described as pure, honest, and joyful, focusing on capturing the small, candid interactions that make up a larger story. She artfully blends digital and film photography to create romantic, authentic, and timeless images for her clients.
Photos by Lydi
Photos by Lydi is a Milwaukee-based wedding and lifestyle photographer who works with both film and digital. She specializes in capturing “emotion over perfection,” focusing on the authentic, in-between moments that tell a genuine story. Her style is moody, cinematic, and raw, creating artful images that feel both timeless and deeply real.
Shannon Maas Photography
Based in Wisconsin, Shannon Maas is a wedding, senior, and family photographer who travels worldwide for clients. She strives to preserve memories by capturing raw emotions and real, candid moments in an authentic way. Her style is a mix of elegant posing and thoughtful compositions, resulting in beautiful keepsakes that reflect her clients’ stories.
Claire Neville Photography
Claire Neville is a Milwaukee-based wedding photographer who shoots a mix of film and digital. Her style is down-to-earth and art-led, blending documentary storytelling with a relaxed, editorial touch. She focuses on capturing “blink-and-you’ll-miss-it” moments, creating images that are deeply genuine, emotional, and joyfully honest.
Ivy House
We are obsessed with the Ivy House. It’s the perfect modern, green-scaped venue right in the city. The main ballroom and the ivy-covered patio are both absolutely stunning and provide a chic, sophisticated backdrop for photos!
The Gage
For that perfect “industrial-chic” vibe, The Gage is unmatched. The exposed cream city brick and Edison lighting create such a warm, inviting, and stylish atmosphere. It’s a flexible and historic space that you can truly make your own.
The Carriage House
If you’re dreaming of a classic, upscale celebration, The Carriage House is a must-see. It’s a stunning venue set on a beautiful golf course in Lake Country. It’s a completely unique and timeless setting for a wedding.
The Cooperage
Located right in the harbor district, The Cooperage has a cool, rustic, and industrial vibe. It’s such a unique space with a great layout, and we’ve seen it transformed for everything from intimate ceremonies to the most epic dance parties.
The George
This venue is pure elegance. The George is bold and sophisticated, with soaring ceilings and gorgeous 19th-century details. It’s a truly luminescent space that feels both historic and incredibly modern at the same time.
*DISCLAIMER*
While these are my personal recommendations based on positive past experiences, I do not receive any commission for referrals. I always encourage you to do your own research to find the perfect fit for your style and budget.