This past weekend I had the opportunity to participate in a fabulous event,

EngagedMilwaukee | Milwaukee’s Wedding Planner & Guide Show

It was the first year under new management & I think Brian & Jes did an outstanding job in less than 5 months that they had to get this off the ground!

The event took place @ the Frontier Airline Center in Milwaukee & was on Saturday & Sunday.

The ever fantastic David Tutera from My Fair Wedding was there on Saturday & I had the pleasure of meeting him & photographing both the presentation & the autograph signing afterwards.  I can not say enough wonderful things about him.

What a sweet man that truly loves what he does & the people he works with.

It was also my pleasure to be the official show photographer, thanks Jes & Brian again for the opportunity!

Looking forward to our Summer show @ the Pritzloff building!

The branding was just top notch.  Loved the logo, loved the colors.  Everything came together perfectly.

These were the stickers the Bride & Grooms wore when they arrived.  Pink for ladies, Grey for the men.

So much better than the stickers that say “I’m the Bride”

My full page ad inside this year’s book

My booth this year, came together just as I had envisioned.

So many people to thank!  The husband for one who helped load & unload & put together everything you see here.  Couldn’t have done it with out him.

Also Michelle, my 2nd shooter for driving down in the snow to deliver brand new prints & albums that were just delivered, you are the best, truly.

Also some of the items in my booth were rented from

A la Crate Vintage Rentals in Madison, Wisconsin

They are AMAZING.  Working with Sarah was fabulous.  Such a sweet lady & a lovely business.

A la Crate Vintage Rentals :: Website

A la Crate Vintage Rentals :: Facebook Page

Note : If you are planning a wedding & looking for unique, recycled, refurbished, props with a vintage feel, you must check them out.

Brian & Jes, moments before David Tutera went on stage.

Job well done guys, job well done!

David you were adorable from the get go.  Your smile, your enthusiasm for helping others is amazing & is an inspiration to everyone in the wedding industry!

Thank  you for an amazing show & for taking the time to great all of your fans, every last one of them.

Melissa was David’s personal helper that day while he was at the show & she had the pleasure of doing his introduction, great job Melissa.

Loved these shots as David came to stage.  {Thank-you Michelle B}

Loved this moment between Brian & Jes during the show.  All this hard work, paid off.  A sigh of relief perhaps!

David was so intent on answering questions & helping others

Absolutely adorable.  Your smile is contagious.

Getting ready to meet his fans & sign autographs.

The show provided the photographs for David to sign, everyone loved it!

Janelle from evenement {event design & consulting}

Scott & Cathy from Ambiance Studios

Mia from MiaS Photo LLC

The fabulous Michelle B & David

Yours truly.

These little girls came up at the end, they were there for a birthday party.

Dad brought them all out {I believe they were around 9 years old} to meet David Tutera

SO cute!

The fabulous EngagedMilwaukee team!

Now to say that Melissa loves David, is an understatement

…and this shot really says a lot about who David is.

100% completely genuine.

So honored to be able to meet him & spend some time with him.  I’m now fully addicted to his show!

Adorable couple that was there the entire weekend for entertainment in the main lounge area.  They were so lovely.

Fred Astaire Dance Studios supplied dancers who danced through out the weekend, demonstrating what a Bride & Groom’s first dance could be like if they took lessons from their studio.  Makes me want to take lessons!

Thanks again Brian & Jes!  It was a great event!

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Chris & Crystal

Friday August 19 2011

Venue | Veteran’s Terrace, Burlington Wisconsin

Entertainment | Live band : Kind of a Big Deal

To view Chris & Crystal’s Chicago Engagement Session, click here.

One of my favorite places I’ve shot at this year has got to be the Veteran’s Terrace in Burlington Wisconsin.

C & C had thee absolute perfect day for an outside ceremony.

I can’t really put into words how cute these two are together.  Simply put, they make my job look easy.

C & C opted to have a first look which was just lovely & allowed us ample shooting time that afternoon before the ceremony & even a bit afterwards to head downtown Burlington to find a oh so fabulous BLUE wall.

The reception, was laid back, fun & was led by the boys from “Kind of a Big Deal” band out of Janesville.

WOW, they were amazing & it was a blast watching everyone enjoy themselves!

Chris & Crystal : best wishes to you as you start your life together, it was such an honor to be a part of your big day {stephanie}

The next two images were shot by my second shooter Michelle B.  {thanks again, you’re the best!}

This wonderful image was captured by my absolutely fabulous second shooter, Michelle B.  {thanks!}

This one too

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If you are planning a 2012 or 2013 Wedding {or know someone who is} be sure to make plans to stop by the

Quality Inn & Suites in Madison Wisconsin

Sunday October 16, 2011 for a fabulous {FREE} Bridal Show.

Please note that we are 1/2 booked for 2012 already & a few months are officially closed {August & September}.  If you are currently planning a wedding, consider booking early to reserve your date & make sure that it is available.

We are actively booked for 2012 dates, especially for the months of May-July as well as 2013.

Be sure to check out our Natale Photography Facebook page & stay up to date on availability & booked dates!

Looking forward to seeing you there!

s {natale}

Crash Our Wedding 2011

Please join us on Friday April 1, 2011 for a {FREE} event held at the Janesville Country Club

Come out & get the opportunity to mingle with some of Janesville’s Elite Wedding Professionals, have  complimentary hors d’oeuvres, champagne  & dancing.

One couple will receive a wonderful Grand Prize as well as prizes every half hour.

Click here to view the BLOG post from the Crash Our Wedding event 2010

Contact any of the vendors for further information.

Looking forward to meeting some new faces!

{stephanie natale}

For the upcoming Bridal Fair “season” {Natale Photography is participating in two with in the next three weeks} as well as just freshening up our samples @ the studio I ordered a few new albums/books & received those this past week.

Sometimes it is difficult to describe to clients the various options we have & is always nice to see in person.

Here are just a few of the albums you’ll see at our booth today at the Quality Inn & Suites in Madison, Wisconsin.  The show is from 1-4 & is FREE to get in.  If you are engaged & planning a wedding, make sure to stop in & say hi.

I will also be giving a short presentation with Philip Hinkle from Frogman Productions about “Documenting your Day”

Looking forward to meeting some fabulous new couples.

Now on to the albums…

5×5 LayFlat Press Printed Book with a Leather Bubble Gum cover

Perfect for a Parent Album

Matted Gallery Album with Chocolate Brown fabric & Frosted Acrylic Image cover

4 x8 Accordion Book with a Metallic Cover & Smooth Glossy Paper with a Frosted Slip Cover

{NEW for 2011}

4 x8 Accordion Book with a Satin Cover & Linen Paper with a Frosted Slip Cover

{NEW for 2011}

12×12 LayFlat Custom Album with a Camel Leather cover & rounded corners

{Fabulous for an option for a final Wedding Album}

If you don’t get the opportunity to stop by the Bridal Fair today, make sure & call the studio to set up your appointment for a Bridal Consultation at the studio to view these sample pieces in person!

If you are planning a 2012 or 2013 Wedding {or know someone who is} be sure to make plans to stop by the

Quality Inn & Suites in Madison Wisconsin

next week Sunday March 20th 2011 for a fabulous {FREE} Bridal Show.

Please note that we are fully booked for 2011 & have been for quite some time.  If you are currently planning a wedding, consider booking early to reserve your date & make sure that it is available. We are actively booked for 2012 dates, especially for the months of May-July.

Be sure to check out the Facebook page for the event HERE for information on a special drawing.

Information from their Facebook page :

“There will be a special drawing at the end of the bridal show for brides and grooms who like us. In order to register for this drawing you must know the secret code above. At the registration table there will be a separate drawing make sure you know the code!!”

Looking forward to seeing you there!

s {natale}

If you are getting married {or have friends that are} make sure to stop by the Fall Bridal Show THIS weekend.

Stop by our booth for show specials.

Please note there are very few {read : 2 max} spots left and available for 2011.

We are actively booked for 2012.

Sunday, November 7th 2010 from 1pm-4pm

Quality Inn & Suites

See you there!

“Crash our Wedding” event 2010

We had a great turnout & an amazing evening!

Thank-you to everyone that came & supported the event & to all of the wonderful Wedding Professional’s that helped put this all together.  It was a PLEASURE to work with you all!

This is one of my favorite images from the night!

Bridal Gowns : Sandy @ Fair Lady Bridal Shoppe, Janesville, Wis.

Flowers:  Brad @ Floral Expressions in Janesville, Wis.

Beautiful scenery: Shelly @ The Janesville Country Club

Complimentary Champagne, SWAG bags & great appetizers from the Country Club were some of the things our guests were able to enjoy while mingling with our Elite Wedding Professionals.

Brian from The Paper Deli Store designed & printed the fabulous invitations.

Wonderful tasting cake from Paige @ Cake Connection

Our “Brides” getting ready with their gowns, shoes & finishing touch: Wedding Day jewelry from the Diamond Center

JukeBox Bandstand did a wonderful job DJing the event

Anasazi was there doing a live demonstration of Bridal hair & Make-up

The Diamond Center brought a small selection of wedding rings so that guests could try them on.  They also allowed all of us to wear jewelry for the night to showcase more of their beautiful jewelry.

Brad : You are fabulous, period!

The floral arrangements that you had out for display we’re absolutely stunning.

Drum roll please….

CONGRATS to Dan & Sarah on their engagement!!!

Here is how the story goes:

Sarah was set up to “win” flowers.

Dan asked her to marry him {so adorable}.

She said yes.

Everyone clapped.

Loved it. Loved it. Loved it.

Brenna, Marketing Director for the Diamond Center

Thank-you for your wonderful vision on this project!  You rock!

After the proposal, Dan & Sarah snuck outside for a few minutes alone.  I happened to spot them out there & was able to capture a few of these candid shots.

After the sun went down behind the trees, we did a short, small impromptu engagement session out on the greens @ the Country Club.

The Janesville Country club has some amazing views & spots for beautiful wedding images.

Michelle & Brady were standing @ the alter which was set up so the guests could see how beautiful it would be to have not only your Reception @ the Country Club, but the ceremony as well!

Thanks again M & B for the help!  Hope you had a great time!  I look forward to shooting your wedding in a few short weeks!

Then at the end of the night, we drew a name for the Grand Prize, valued @ over $7,000!

CONGRATS to Andrea & Andy!

Have you ever wanted to crash a wedding?  Well mark your calendars, because on May 21st (TWO weeks from today)

Janesville Elite Wedding Professionals are putting on an event that you do NOT want to miss!

Please feel free to contact any of the sponsors for further information:

The Diamond Center

Anasazi Spa & Salon

The Janesville Country Club

Natale Photography {that’s us}

The Paper Deli

Jukebox Bandstand DJ

Fair Lady Bridal

There is going to be amazing prizes given away all night with the Grand-prize totaling over $7,000!

Looking forward to the Madison Bridal Fair this coming SUNDAY.   If you are planning a wedding or know someone who is be sure to pass on the information.

Admission is free & there are a lot of great giveaways & vendors that are participating!

2010 is almost fully booked for Natale Photography {1-2 more weddings tops} & we are actively booking for 2011.  Be sure to snag your date before someone else does!

Sunday March 28th, 2010 1-4pm ~ Quality Inn & Suites

Hope to see you there!