Hubbard Park Lodge in Shorewood feels like a little secret in the woods. As Milwaukee wedding photographers, we love how this cozy log lodge hides in the trees along the Milwaukee River. It sits just minutes from downtown, but it feels like a cabin up north. Couples who want nature, history and a warm, relaxed vibe keep finding their way here. It is the kind of spot where the setting does a lot of the work for you.

The lodge has a fun story. It was built in the late 1930s as a Works Progress Administration project, and it first served as a cabin for local Scouts. Today the Hubbard Park Lodge welcomes couples with a stone fireplace, a tall cathedral ceiling and a balcony that looks over the room. Guests reach the park by walking through a stone tunnel under the Oak Leaf Trail. That short walk sets the mood right away.

Couples can say their vows outside on the grounds, with tall trees all around and the river close by. Then everyone heads inside to eat, toast and dance by the fire. Hubbard Park became a Milwaukee County landmark in 2000, so the setting has real character. For photos, we get trees, river views, rustic wood and that famous tunnel all in one spot. Even on a cloudy day, the woods give us soft, even light that flatters everyone.

Dakota and Evan’s Modern Chic Forest Wedding

Dakota and Evan have a story we adore. They met at Virginia Beach while hanging out with mutual friends. Evan was setting up his beach towel when Dakota walked out of the water, said he looked cute and called dibs. Both had just commissioned as officers in the Navy. Soon he moved to Spain while she stayed in Virginia, so they stayed close through FaceTime and email.

Four years of long distance followed. When Dakota moved from Active Duty into the Reserves, they finally got to live together. Their wedding plan was modern chic, with cabernet, sage and ivory as the colors. Those rich tones look so good next to green trees and warm wood. It fits this couple well, since they love camping, hiking and time with their dogs.

Our studio is based in Milwaukee, and we cover weddings all across Wisconsin. We are happy to drive anywhere in the state for a great love story. Every wedding photographer on our team loves a wooded setting like this one. We watch for soft light under the trees, real laughs and the quiet little moments in between. We also love adding video, so families can hear the vows and relive the whole day again and again. Our goal is simple. We want you to look back and feel the day all over again.

Planning your own big day? Take a look at our wedding photography packages and prices to find the right fit for you. You can also read reviews from couples who have worked with our team. Want more ideas first? Browse our blog for real weddings, tips and inspiration.

Original Weddings is a team of Milwaukee wedding photographers and videographers. Please click here to learn more about our Milwaukee photography and videography services. This wedding was edited in our Timeless editing style. We offer three different photography editing styles: Timeless, Airy, and Rustic. Please click here to learn more about our photography styles. You pick the style you love for your photos.

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Milwaukee Wedding Photographers at Hubbard Park Lodge

Original Weddings loves telling love stories in places full of trees and warm wood. Our photographers know how to work with dappled light, shady paths and cozy rooms. We guide you through simple poses, then step back and let real moments happen. You get natural photos that look like you, not like a stiff portrait. From the first look to the last dance, we stay calm, friendly and ready for anything. We also keep an eye on the little details, like rings, flowers and family heirlooms, so nothing special gets missed. Our photographers bring backup gear and plenty of patience, too.

Our team calls Milwaukee home, but we travel all over the state. We often photograph weddings in Madison, Waukesha, Racine, Kenosha and Green Bay. Wherever you celebrate, we plan ahead so the day feels easy. We build a simple timeline with you, scout the best photo spots and keep family photos moving fast. After the wedding, you get a full online gallery edited in the style you love. Original Weddings wants every couple to feel relaxed, cared for and excited to see their photos. Your photos should feel like a gift you open again and again. That is what we work toward on every single wedding.

Milwaukee Wedding Videographers at Hubbard Park Lodge

Original Weddings also offers wedding video that feels like a movie about your day. Our videographers capture the vows, the toasts and the happy tears with clear audio. We keep things low key, so guests barely notice us. The result is a film you can share with family and watch on every anniversary. We blend wide shots of the setting with close moments, like a shaky hand during the ring exchange or a parent wiping away a tear. Every film is edited with music that matches your style.

Booking photo and video with one team makes planning so much easier. Our photographers and videographers work side by side all day, so nobody gets in the way. We serve couples in Milwaukee and travel to Madison, Racine, Green Bay and beyond. Original Weddings would love to film your story next. Just tell us your plans, and we will build a coverage plan that fits your day.