Ryan and Courtney’s wedding was a traditional Catholic ceremony at St Mary’s in Appleton that gave me goosebumps – there is just something about the tradition and ritual of a wedding inside of a historic church, where people have gathered over and over to watch two people become one and commit themselves to each other with the same church and vows being the common denominator for all of them! Years and years of history inside these walls and the very spot where so many people’s lives together have begun – chills!

Ryan and Courtney are the very best of friends and they basically get to have the best sleep over parties ever from now until forever! Ryan took such good care of his bride. He fluffed her dress at the ceremony, carried her train through the park, held her tight, made sure her drink was full, and twirled her around like a pro for their first dance! Courtney’s dad (and mom!) really had nothing to worry about when he gave away his one and only daughter away this past weekend. They laugh and joke and have such a confident love for each other that you just know its meant to be 🙂 

Thank you Ryan and Courtney for having such a great love to document, your story is perfect! Mr and Mrs Ankenbrandt:

Special thanks to all the amazing vendors that helped Ryan and Courtney have their dream wedding:

Ceremony: St Mary’s Catholic Church | Reception Venue: Pullmans Trolley Square | Hair and Makeup: Salon Aura | Bouquets: Blumen Haus | Centerpieces: Branching Out & Co | Dress: Victorian Bridal | Paper Goods: Zazzle | Entertainment: Yo, DJ! | Cupcakes: Fat Girlz Bakin’

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