Let us capture your love story!
We are deeply honored that you are considering having KLEM Studios photograph your wedding journey. We believe that love is the most powerful force, and the greatest gift. Our goal is to photograph the two of you in a way that captures the best of you, authentically, so that you can remember these exact moments for decades to come. Let’s get started!
A little about us…
Hey, I’m Kate!
Co-Owner and Founder of KLEM Studios
I’m a wife and elopement bride (although we had a traditional wedding planned!), married to my soul mate. I’m also a dog and cat mom, and a romantic, wanderlust soul. Every day, I’m incredibly thankful that I’ve built a business and experience that allows me to do what I love with amazing couples. Your wedding day will be truly “unforgettable”, because you’re going to have stunning images that bring you back to that moment in time.
…and I’m Kimmy!
Co-Owner and Lead Photographer at KLEM Studios
In addition to supporting amazing humans like you, I am loving life with my little (growing) family. We have one toddler, two pups, and a whole lot of adventure in our everyday. My photo journey has been nothing short of magical. Being your biggest supporter on your wedding day comes naturally and makes for the best day of your life, just like it should be. I’m also KLEM Studios’ primary family session photographer – perfect for documenting your post-wedding journey!
Founded in 2010 | 150+ Weddings Photographed | Countless adventures had
““My husband and I came into this whole wedding thing not having any idea of what we wanted or what our first steps should be! Kate and her team were amazing from the beginning, she is smart and understanding and ever so knowledgeable for whatever you may throw at her. Her ideas are mesmerizing and she is a genius with a camera! And not to mention she is absolutely the coolest person to work with! My family and I have decided that she is officially our go-to photographer for everything!””
What we do:
Listen to you. We’ll learn what’s a priority when it comes to your wedding journey and your photos, and what you don’t want (feeling rushed, weird poses, etc.)
Create a custom wedding timeline during your consultation.This helps us see how much coverage you need (often times, it’s less than couples think!). Once the timeline is finalized closer to your wedding, we’ll share it with your other key wedding vendors as well!
Share all of the resources we’ve created, like our Family Photo Checklist and our 90-page Wedding Planning Guide.
Ensure this is a relaxed experience that gives you tons of support and goes above and beyond your highest expectations. We are here for you 100% of the way.
Create emotional, candid images that are a true reflection of the two of you and your relationship. You’ll see the best versions of yourselves, preserved for decades to come.
Have your edited images ready in TWO WEEKS. Plus, a print release and product credit are included with most packages!
Celebrate the two of you as much as your best friend will (well, pretty dang close, anyway!).
Make sure that the importance and legacy of your relationship and marriage shines through in your wedding photos so you are reminded on a daily basis why you love one another, and what you were feeling on your wedding day.
What we don’t do:
Give you a one-size-fits-all photo package. Each package is customized to each couple.
Run through a generic list of poses so your photos feel stale/fake. We get to know your interaction style and use prompts to evoke true, authentic reactions and smiles when you’re in front of the camera.
We’re not wedding planners/day-of-coordinators. We simply provide you with as much wedding knowledge as we can, create a photography timeline that fits your needs, and share that timeline with your vendors to make sure we’re not preventing them from giving you a great experience.
Deliver unedited images. Let us do the work of making sure your images look consistent and perfect. Plus, they’re ready in two weeks–can’t beat that!
Deliver photos with filters on them. All of our images are edited in a true-to-life manner so that your photos match the memories you have perfectly. Some filters are trendy, and we celebrate every photographers right to be artistic. We’ve simply chosen a true-to-life coloring to be our signature style. Additionally, we don’t allow any filters to be added to our photos after they’ve been delivered. Black and white photos are timeless and classy; we may edit some of your photos to be black and white, and you’re welcome to use any classy B&W filters when you post our photos!
How to Know if KLEM Studios is For You
If you’re looking for…
...emotional, candid photos – we are for you. This is the heart and soul of what we provide. It is our mission to make sure you two recognize yourselves in your photos, and that you feel truly seen.
...a detail-oriented, flexible photographer – we are for you. From our communication, to our detailed timeline, to the resources we provide to make sure your experience is seamless, we’ve thought everything through from beginning to end. We recognize that weddings are very fluid during the planning stages, and even day-of, and we have the experience under our belts to go with the flow.
...edited digital images and a print release – we are for you. Your images are ready two weeks after your engagement session and wedding, delivered in a shareable online gallery after an image reveal session showcasing all of your beautiful images to you and your partner.
...a way to create a legacy and remember your wedding for years to come – we are for you. Along with the print release and digital images, we also provide heirloom-quality products that are guaranteed to last for decades when lovingly cared for and cherished.
What Some of Our Couples Have to Say:
Audra + Terry
“Every wedding photographer should take a master class from Kate in regards to customer service, communication, and truly caring about your clients. She took the time to listen to our story, anticipations, hopes, and dreams for our big day. Her photos, personality, thoughtfulness and love of all things love made the experience everything we could have hoped for.”
Sam + Chris
“An absolute amazing experience. Kim and Kate were so fantastic to work with. They are knowledgeable, encouraging, warm, welcoming and genuinely good people. Kate captured my husband and I in authentic moments that we can look back on and feel the love and energy for each other. Kim is so communicative and makes sure we had everything we needed leading up to our wedding day and was so organized and responsive, it was really relaxing having a team that had our best interest in mind and then praised and celebrated with us the whole process. One of the best decisions of our wedding planning was working with KLEM Studios.”
Ella + Zach
“Kate is an absolute dream to work with. She is professional, organized and incredibly talented. You get so much more than just a photographer with Kate. She will take the time to make sure that your photos meet all of your expectations and help you capture those moments to look back on for the rest of your life. Whether it is a wedding, engagement photos, or lifestyle Kate will spend time with you to create memories true to who you are. Our wedding day would not have been the same without her! She was able to lend her expertise for some last minute detail decoration on our cake, and making sure I looked my absolute best before walking down the aisle. Kate will go above and beyond to make your day special.”
Bebe + Kevin
“Kate has an innate talent to capture not only the physical representation of the day, but her work also evokes deep emotion. Every time I look at my photos I am reminded of the love shared, the laughter had, the cold chills of excitement and the genuine connection shared. She brought to life the exact feeling being expressed in the moment so well that I think anyone would be able to read our photos like a story book. On top of the amazingly poetic nature of her work, her attention to detail and overall professional presentation is top notch! She was there every step of the way to guide us and has become such a dear friend throughout the process.”
Sample Wedding Day Photography Timeline
While every wedding day is different, we’ve found that the structure of a wedding day is pretty consistent across the board, with a few variables we tweak along the way. We know how much time we need to photograph all the parts of your day, and we pair that knowledge with your priorities. For example, if you tell us that it’s important for the two of you to be able to mingle with your guests because you have a lot of out-of-town guests, then we’re going to make sure you have plenty of time at your cocktail hour that isn’t spent taking posed/structured photos. We’ll be able to figure out the right timeline for you during your consultation.
• 1:00pm – Photo coverage starts. Second Shooter works with Groom and Groomsmen, Lead Photographer works with Bride and Bridesmaids. Start with detail photos (dress, shoes, jewelry, etc.).
• 2:00pm – Bride Gets In Dress
• 2:30pm – Bride First Look with Bridesmaids + Dad
• 2:45pm – First Look with Bride and Groom
• 3:00pm – Bride and Groom Hidden Away
• 3:30pm – Ceremony (No receiving line afterwards)
• 3:50pm – Family Photos (Couple wants immediate family only, working off of list provided)
• 4:10pm – Wedding Party Photos (Couple wants group photos + individuals with each attendant)
• 4:30pm – Couple’s Photos (wants to go off-site)
• 5:15pm – Return to Cocktail Hour
• 6:00pm – Dinner (100 guests, plated service)
• 7:00pm – Cake Cutting
• 7:05pm – Sneak outside for Sunset Photos
• 7:15pm – First Dance, Father/Daugher Dance, Mother/Son Dance, then open dancing
• 8:00pm – Hugs and Goodbyes, photo coverage ends
Sample Wedding Photography Packages
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The packages below are samples. We offer a lot of customization, and different ways that we can get creative to meet budgets. We will give you the most accurate quote, personalized to you and your day, during a complimentary consultation. We believe in the importance of work/life harmony and quality time with our families; therefore, weddings during recognized holidays may incur an additional fee.
Platinum Package
Destination engagement session anywhere in the continental US with professional hair and makeup
Print release + $100 engagement product credit
50-image 8x10 wedding guestbook
Two wedding photographers
Eight hours of wedding day coverage
Print release + $250 wedding product credit
90-image 10x10 wedding album
Starting at $14,000
Gold Package
Full engagement session with professional hair and makeup
Print release + $100 engagement product credit
Two wedding photographers
Seven hours of wedding day coverage
Print release + $250 wedding product credit
Starting at $5,300
Silver Package
One wedding photographer
Six hours of wedding day coverage
Print release + $100 wedding product credit
Starting at $3,300
What Happens During Your Consultation?
We’ll chat in-person at our studio in Suamico, WI, or via Zoom.
You’ll have a chance to feel our vibe and get to know us, and share a bit about yourselves as well. You’re going to be with your photographer A LOT on your wedding day and possibly during your engagement session – you want to make sure this is someone you can trust and be super comfortable with.
Most importantly, you’ll share your wedding vision with us. This is the most important information because we tailor your entire experience based off of this genuine, honest input. We’re going to be a stand for your vision when we’re a part of your team.
We’ll draft up a wedding day timeline based on your vision and priorities. Note: it’s totally okay if you don’t have every single detail set yet! Many couples we’ve talked with have raved about how much clarity they got during their consultation even when they didn’t even know their ceremony or reception times. We can create timeline drafts with very little information to go off of, using our intuition and experience, and your preferences, to guide us!
Finally, we’ll give you an accurate, custom quote based on your wedding vision and the timeline we’ve created. You’ll have the opportunity to either book our services at your consultation, take 48 hours to digest the information, or respectfully decline our services. Our goal is NOT to force you to book at the end of the consultation, but rather to empower you to make the right photography choice for YOU, whether you’re working with us or not. We pinky promise.
Next Steps…
… After reading this info
Listen to your gut and see if this sounds like the right fit for you so far.
If this sounds great, set up a consultation with us using the calendar below! We request you set up a consultation within one week of inquiring as dates are booked on a first come, first served basis.
If this doesn’t sound like the right fit, kindly let us know so we may open your date back up. We’d also greatly appreciate your feedback on why you’re declining.
No matter what, continue to love your partner, dream wildly, and create the wedding of YOUR dreams (not your mom’s dreams, or Aunt Martha’s dreams, etc.)!
… After your consultation
To honor other inquiring couples, you’ll have 48 hours to decide if you’d like to move forward with KLEM Studios, or if there’s a better fit for you.
If you’re a “Yes!” for KLEM Studios, we’ll set up your contract and secure your payment.
Choose a payment option. You’ll have the option to: pay-in-full and receive a $100 discount or secure a $1000 retainer fee and break the remaining balance up into a payment plan that concludes 30 days before your wedding.
Once your contract is sent, you’ll have 48 hours to sign and secure your payment. Then the fun begins!!!
Book your consultation now:
We can’t wait to hear from you!
Your next step is to decide if you’d like to set up a consultation, or if there’s a better fit for you with another photographer. We’re happy to answer any questions you have during our consult (and we’re willing to bet we’ll answer most of them before you even ask them!). Enjoy the rest of your day, and we look forward to hearing from you soon!
All the best,
Kate McFadzen-Lindsay + Kimmy Bowman
Wedding Photography Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
How long have you been in business? How many weddings have you photographed?
KLEM Studios was founded in 2010. When we last checked, the number was around 150 weddings!
When should we book you for our wedding?
Most couples reserve their date with KLEM Studios about 12 months before their wedding day. However we accept wedding bookings up to two years in advance, and sometimes we’re available with as little as two weeks’ notice.
How many images do you deliver? What is the turnaround time?
We don’t have a set number of images we deliver because every wedding is unique. On average, we deliver 50-100 images per hour of coverage. Your images will be ready for viewing and delivery two weeks after your wedding date.
Do we get raw, unedited photos?
The raw, unedited photos are unavailable for viewing or purchasing. You can feel comfortable knowing that any images not delivered or edited are truly outtakes, the images delivered reflect the high standards we have for our images.
Do you “touch up” or “Photoshop” our images?
Every single image delivered has been carefully edited, making sure the image is straight, it isn’t too light or dark, the color is true-to-life, etc. We do not do any changing of the shape or size of the body or other physical alterations in the galleries we deliver because we celebrate the beauty of every person as they are. We use posing and angles to make sure you feel confident and amazing, and to ensure there are minimal distracting background objects in your images. If there are unusual circumstances, retouching may be available for a fee.
Do we get printing rights?
Yes! You have the right to unlimited reprints of your images, whenever you would like to reprint them. We retain copyright to the images and the right to use them for promotional purposes, competitions, etc.
Do you provide professional products?
Absolutely, it’s one of our favorite parts of our experience! KLEM Studios offers everything from loose prints to save-the-dates to wall art to albums, and more.
Do you offer a preferred vendor list?
Yes! Feel free to take a look at our Preferred Vendor Page.
Do you have insurance?
Yes, this is a must for professionals. If your venue or other vendors require proof of insurance, please give us a two week notice to receive these documents from our insurance companies.
Do you book weddings on holidays?
Occasionally. Additionally, we believe in the importance of work/life harmony and quality time with our families, therefore; weddings during recognized holidays may incur an additional fee.
Engagement Session Questions
Is an engagement session included in our package?
Most of the packages we quote include an engagement session! An engagement session is SO IMPORTANT for both you and your photographer. This is the first time you’ll get to work with them, and it allows you to form a connection. You get to laugh, play, love, and explore with your partner while your photographer learns how you two interact, what poses look the best for you, and how you two work best in front of the camera. This is critical information for your photographer to know ahead of time to bring to your wedding day.
When should we schedule our engagement session?
We encourage couples to think about their favorite season, the locations they would like to be at, as well as what they would like to use their engagement images for. Are you hoping to use an engagement photo for your save-the-dates? We would recommend scheduling your engagement session at least eight months prior to your wedding day. Will you be using your engagement images to create a guest book at your wedding? We would suggest scheduling your engagement session at least three months prior to your wedding day to ensure the book arrives on time.
Can we schedule our engagement session for a weekend date?
Because most weddings occur on weekends, we typically do not have availability to shoot engagement sessions on weekends. We like to shoot on weekdays because locations are typically less crowded, and the hair and makeup professionals we work with have more availability during the week as well.
Wedding Day Questions
How many photographers will be present on our wedding day?
We'll chat about this during your consultation and make the best decision based on your wedding day needs. We have packages that have one photographer, and packages that include two. For weddings with more than 100 guests, we include two photographers, but on rare occasion, only one photographer may be needed.
How many hours are included in your packages?
We custom create packages for each couple, and we'll know how many hours are right for you during our consultation! At your consultation, we will give you a suggested timeline and recommended amount of hourly coverage. Our most popular package includes seven hours of coverage and captures all the best moments of your day.
If we’re running late, will you stay later than scheduled?
Yes! We can add hours to your contract the day of the wedding if need be, and will offer this with your permission and approval. We’ll take care of billing you after your wedding. The additional hours apply to all the KLEM Studios team working your event.
Do we need to feed you at our reception? When + where do we feed you?
We ask that for all events lasting five or more hours, a meal be provided for any KLEM Studios team members at your event. It would be most ideal if we can eat at the same time you eat, as this will ensure that when you’re done enjoying your meal, we will be as well and we'll be able to continue your wedding photo coverage. If you’re hoping to have photos taken of your speeches, toasts, etc, we ask that we be seated in the same room as you, preferably in seats that give us access to move around and snap photos. The closer to you, the better, as long as we’re not taking seats from VIPs like family!
Can we give you a list of photos we want taken?
We will provide you with a family photo arrangement checklist to fill out for the family photos time portion, which will keep us organized and efficient. Beyond that, we would prefer if you didn’t give us a shot list. Many bridal magazines and Pinterest posts offer “Must Take Wedding Photo” lists; please know that 99% of these images are going to be photographed without you asking us to! We want to create images that are unique to you and capture your relationship and love story authentically and naturally. It would be a disservice to provide you with anything less than a custom experience.
Payment Questions
Do you offer payment plans? What does your payment plan look like?
Yes we do, although we do offer bonuses for couples that pay in-full. We secure a retainer fee to lock in your date and package price, and then we break the remaining balance down into payments. Contract balances are paid off at least 30 days before the wedding.
Can you hold a date for me?
Unfortunately, no. All weddings are taken on a first come, first served basis and are secured with a signed contract and paid retainer. We accept the first signed contract and payment we receive.
Are there travel costs not included in your packages?
Travel costs are included for weddings within 100 miles of our studio location. For events beyond that radius, travel fees may apply. We will be able to carefully plan this out with you during your consultation and along your wedding planning journey.
What happens if we need to cancel?
In the unfortunate event that your wedding is cancelled, the retainer fee and all monies paid are nonrefundable. The retainer fee guarantees that we will hold your date for you, and at that point we turn down other potential events for that date.