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What a Milestone! Caynay Photo is Celebrating 100th Wedding!

July 27, 2019

I’ve sat here for a good amount of time staring at a blank cursor. Trying to fully articulate the gratitude, joy, excitement, and pride that I feel after hitting this milestone….

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I Have a Secret | Business Post

January 23, 2019

Let’s start this off by I’m still absolutely in LOVE with my job so before I give anyone premature ventricular contractions I’m not going anywhere….

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Life Lately | Personal Post

February 6, 2018

I know I haven't done a life lately in a hot second. I used to do them consistently but as I've explained somewhere before (no idea where.. Instagram maybe?) as I've gotten older I've gotten a lot bit more private....

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Twenty Confessions of the Self Employed | Personal & Business Post

January 18, 2018

Holy macaroni, it's been exactly two years & three months since I left my teaching job. If you're new around here, I taught preschool while building my business....

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My Word For The New Year & Random Mumblings

December 28, 2017

I have been seeing a reoccurring trend across my social media this season and one that I can honestly stand behind. It was to start the New Year without a long list of resolutions....

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hi. I’m caitlin!

I like exclamation points, sleeping for more then 10 hours, and doughnuts! I specialize in natural light wedding and engagement photography that's full of light, color, and vibrance! I love being with my couples for every step to I do. So grab a cup of coffee (or my favorite, peach tea!) and take a look around. 

I am based out of lovely Madison, Wisconsin. I do love airplanes & my car (hello singing session!) so I am available for travel! 

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Is it completely & totally obvious that these blooms by @briarloft are some of my favorite flowers from the season? I am still (& will likely always be) in love with their romantic and organic feel. Hint hint 2020 brides 😍
Happy happy Monday my friends! I figured I’d jump back on the consistent Instagram wagon & kick it off with a new music Monday! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 01. Circles by Post Malone 02. One Man Band by Old Dominion 03. Wave by Meghan Trainor 04. Silver Lining by Kilo Riley ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ & also, isn’t this wedding set absolutely spectacular?! 🤤
The leaves are officially changing and that only means one thing, engagement session time! 🍂Katelyn, Sean, & I hung out at Indian Lake County Park for their session and while it was cold, it was so dang fun. Can't WAIT for their wedding next September! Blog post coming soon!
Today was INCREDIBLE. Getting to celebrate and witness Jenna & Jim's love was truly spectacular. I can not WAIT for you to see more from their day. You're going to LOVE this one! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ a huge shoutout to some amazing vendors: coordinating/planning: @capstoneoccasions | venue: @dcestatewineryweddings | floral design: @petalsandpickins | hair & makeup: @fringesalonofmadison | dj: @luxeproevents | transportation: @firststudentinc | sweets: @sweetvelvetcakecompany, @808cheesecakeillinois, @nothingbundtcakes | dress designer: @justinalexander | bridal boutique: @thebridalcollection | menswear: @menswearhouse | rentals: @eventfloralinc
I feel like everything is a "national holiday" lately so I'm deeming today as Amanda & Mike day! Their absolutely STUNNING wedding at Over the Vines is up on the blog today and you definitely won't want to miss it. Fun Fact: This may be one of my all time favorite photos.. EVER! #kissingkuenzels ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ a huge shoutout to some amazing vendors: wedding coordinator: @danielleolerweddings | venue: @overthevineswi | floral design: @generationswfnp | videography: @tubbalubbagus | hair & makeup: @ sltmakeupartistry | bakery: @bloombakeshop | catering: @heritagecatering | invitation suite: @minted | dress designer: @Jasmine_Bridal | dress boutique: @verasbridals | rentals: @eventessentialsmadison | bridal shoes: @bellabelleshoes | bridal jewelry: @kendrascott
I'm officially "clocking out" for the week (well, minus a blog post push that will go live on Tuesday) to celebrate my nephews THIRD trip around the sun. This sweet (& spicy) little boy adds so much joy to all of our lives and I love him so dang much. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ He's also old enough to now realize it's his birthday and says things like, "Oma (my mom) & nay-nay (me) are coming to my birfday!" -- Wouldn't miss it for the world little man.
I sat down at my desk and started importing images tonight (which took for-ever because I took SO many) & I was reflecting on how unbelievably FUN today was. Congratulations Mike & Amanda! You two make one stunning bride & groom! #kissingkuenzels ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ a huge shoutout to some amazing vendors: wedding coordinator: @danielleolerweddings | venue: @overthevineswi | floral design: @generationswfnp | videography: @tubbalubbagus | hair & makeup: @ sltmakeupartistry | bakery: @bloombakeshop | catering: @heritagecatering | invitation suite: @minted | dress designer: @Jasmine_Bridal | dress boutique: @verasbridals | rentals: @eventessentialsmadison | bridal shoes: @bellabelleshoes | bridal jewelry: @kendrascott
Is there anything better than Brian's full faced smile?! I'm going to go ahead and say no. I love me a full-of-joy groom (& bride) & these two take the cake on the happiness train. That phrase isn't a real thing but it just fell out of me so we're rolling with it. Sarah & Brian's big day is on the blog today and I'm SO dang excited for it #linkinbio ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ a huge shoutout to some amazing vendors: venue: @mkebrewco floral design: @reflectingyou makeup: @asbesthetics hair: @chromasalonwi sweets: @simmas_bakery catering: @fstreethospitalitymke dress designer: @enzoani dress boutique: @missrubyboutique
Those nose-to-nose in a field vibes that you and your partner do on a regular basis... They sure make some pretty pictures. Kate & Shawn's beautiful maroon & gray wedding is up on the blog today and I'm always so floored by how amazing my clients are #linkinbio my babes! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ a huge shoutout to some amazing vendors: venue: @noahseventvenue hair & makeup: @ellebellesalon sweets: @frosted_memories_ invitation suite: @zazzle dress designer: @whiteonebridal dress boutique: @chebellaboutique alterations: @customsewingbyheather

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Okay okay okay. Who is this dog and where did my puppy go?! Almost 13 weeks old & pushing 20 pounds. He also put all his toys that look like food in the kitchen. Prodigy? I think yes. .. But also eats pebbles. So it’s a toss up 🤷🏼‍♀️ .. #itsdenverdood Those nosearooskie snugs.. Caynay Couples ALWAYS powering through even when it's feeding time for the mosquitos and it's hot 👊🏻 Because it's totally normal to stand nose-to-nose in a field. You do that all the time right? Right 😍 This morning I posted Libby's bouquet in all it's vibrant glory but honestly, I just HAD to share this one too. Her & Scott's wedding is up on the blog today and it's a real BEAUTY. #libbyandlutomadinlove ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Huge shoutout to some AMAZING vendors: @overturecenter | @daffodilparker | @vitalimagestudios | @eventessentialsmadison | @verawanggang | @styleonsite | @gigiscupcakes.madison | @scriptedreverie | @signsbyandrea This beautiful bouquet only means ONE thing. Libby & Scott's wedding day is up on the blog (!!!!!) It's full of elegance, timelessness, and joy. Such a DREAM of a day. Head to the link in my profile to take a look! #libbyandlutomadinlove ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Huge shoutout to some AMAZING vendors: @overturecenter | @daffodilparker | @vitalimagestudios | @eventessentialsmadison | @verawanggang | @styleonsite | @gigiscupcakes.madison | @scriptedreverie | @signsbyandrea Sup ma. Just chillin’ 🐶 This was taken a couple of weeks ago now. He’s pretty much doubled in size 😭 #itsdenverdood It took me a solid 15 minutes to figure out which sneak image to share. Truth be told, I’m OBSESSED with about 20 images at just a quick glance. I’m going to warn you all now, their blog post will likely be massive. I think I’m okay with that 😍 #libbyandlutomadinlove Those bridal details though 😍 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Let's do a Music Monday (on Tuesday because I’m a hot mess) shall we?!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 01. She by Dave Matthews Band 02. A Little More by Alessia Cara 03. Eastside by Benny Blanco 04. Aftergold by Big Wild ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What are you currently listening to?! Leave it down below! Sarah & Ted are two people who I’m SO fortunate to get to work with. Their joyful, love-filled, relaxed personalities are exactly why I love my job. Their engagement session is up on the blog today! ♥️ I love summer, as much as the next person. But this humid hotness? Not a fan 🙅🏼‍♀️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Its making me wish for a cold winters day ⛄️ I’ll be honest, the last month without Otto has been really damn hard. 30 days ago today I lost my best bud and honestly, it hurts just as much today as it did then. In some ways it feels like ages ago but in others, the pain is still so unbelievably real. .. Maybe it’s because it happened so quickly and so unexpectedly. If I would have known that our walk that morning would have been our last, I would have done anything to keep him here with me. .. Then I feel guilty. SO guilty. I have this beautiful new baby who I adore. Who helps patch the hole in my heart so how could I be so sad? How can I sit here and feel immense pain when I have Denver to love? .. Grief is an emotion I’m still learning to navigate. It’s sneaky, forceful, and flooding. .. If you’re still reading, thank you. I try to keep my corner of the internet pretty happy-go-lucky but writing is SO therapeutic to me. I know I’m a pretty private gal, but I appreciate you listening ♥️ #ottothebulliebestie Photographing couples who completely adore each other is one of my  favorite things about this job. Sarah & Ted are two people who truly share something special. The way they cuddle in. The way they look at each other. Our night together was nothing short of magical & I can’t wait to share more!! They met at Winona University in Minnesota. Set between two lakes and the Mississippi is where their love story started. Emily and Craig's engagement session on those same bluffs is on the blog today. Go check them out will ya ;) Oh my goodness. Yesterday evening was such a dream. I mean, would you look at that couple & backdrop?! I may have sang the Jurassic Park theme song a few times but I was DEFINITELY doing a happy dance over this light 😍 I just can't decide what I love more. These leafy relaxed bouquets or that color bridesmaid dress. All the heart eyes for this shot. I'm going to apologize now for the amount of times Jamie & Joe's wedding will be on the gram ;) When I first started shooting weddings there was things that I didn't think were necessary. Some of the things that I didn't, I'm too embarrassed to admit BUT one thing that I quickly realized was invaluable? Wedding Planners & Day-Of Coordinators. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Enter @cherrybevents. Sarah and Andrea are amazing at what they do and bring such an energy and joy to their work. It was SO fun getting to work with them a couple of weeks ago. The shot above if their creation 😍 Be sure to check them out if you're in the market for magic makers Oh my goodness. Saturday was a dreamy, love-filled, joyful, rustic, elegant, SPECTACULAR wedding. I'm so unbelievably excited to be sharing Jamie & Joe's wedding. Head to the link in my profile to see their day. You definitely will be filled with all the heart eyes on this one! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Vendor Team: venue: @cupolabarn | floral: @sagefloralllc | video: stillnmotionpictures | makeup: jenniferjanssenmua | hair: beautyondemandmke | dj: mke_sound | dress designers (bride's mama!): @mmfillinger UM, YES. That's all I've got today folks 🤤 This little guy did almost all of picnic point today. He splashed through the puddles, was pet by strangers, & I’m pretty sure some lady thought he was a cat... .. She most definitely thought he was a cat 🙈 .. Happy Sunday!! Spending the day with Jamie & Joe? Oofta. I'm speechless. It was a love-filled day & I can’t WAIT to share more from their beautiful wedding. #becomingtheblanks18

Caynay Photo, LLC is a wedding & engagement photographer in Madison WI

Madison, Wisconsin 53719