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A wedding day is the happiest day in couples lives! Matt Fornear has 15yrs experience photographing weddings and traveling throughout the Midwest & beyond. My photos are creative and colorful, filled with real moments and real emotions. Though being a Midwest based wedding photographer I love traveling and exploring new places. I have been to North Dakota, Green Bay, Madison, Spring Green, Milwaukee to Minnesota, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri and as far away as Las Vegas.

Getting to know what is important to couples on their wedding day is a top priority for Fornear Photo. Our photo style is full of personality, fun and is colorful... just like you! Having captured countless creative images for their couples and knowing how to prepare for any given situation on a wedding day, Fornear Photo would love the opportunity to work with you so that you too can have the unique wedding you have always dreamed of. Are you a vintage loving couple, a badass tattooed bride, a groom who is a gamer or a quirky gay duo? No matter your style they want to tell YOUR love story through photographs so you can look back on them for the rest of your lives.

Fornear Photo's most popular package is their All Day Wedding. All packages come with two photographers, edited digital images, print release, password protected photo gallery on our website in which you can also purchase prints from as well as a preview on all of the Fornear Photo social media channels within days of your wedding. Looking for a nontraditional wedding day? They have got you covered! Special packages for weekday unions and elopements are available too.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files
Proofs

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Toning
Digital Files
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Canvas
Digital Files
Prints

Reviews of Fornear Photo

Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 08/23/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional!

When I found Matt and Krista on WeddingWire, I knew I hit the jackpot! They were affordable and had quality work! They made us feel very comfortable during our engagement session and our wedding. We were their first wedding of summer 2020 due to Covid19 pandemic. They worked very well to meet all of our needs. They are creative and very easy to work with. They have a complimentary engagement session which most photographers do not offer, two photographers, and you tell them when to arrive and when to leave (they were the only photographers we found who do this). Everyone at our wedding raved about the beautiful pictures that were taken. A lot of guests after viewing the pictures stated, "I would hire them for my wedding." Our pictures showed up in a custom box with our picture on it and about 30 prints with a custom USB drive...super cute and unexpected! Pick Fornear Photo for your wedding day, you will not regret it!
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 02/19/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Fun, relaxed, amazing photographs!

Matt and Krista were so much fun to work with! They captured us perfectly. From fun candids to beautifully composed photos, we are so pleased! They are relaxed and easy-going. We highly recommend them! :)
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Tara Sent on 11/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best of the best!

We did our research looking for our wedding photographer and when we connected with Matt and Krista, we knew right away that we wanted them to photograph our wedding. Matt and Krista were amazing to work with right from the start. They are laid-back, personable, and easy to work with. Never, did I have to wait longer than a few hours for a response to my questions. Matt and Krista took into consideration all of our wants and were very accommodating to our requests. The quality of their photographs is outstanding as not only do they know how to capture the moment, but also the beautiful scenery around you-- which was important to us, having an outdoor wedding. Fornear Photo will not disappoint, Matt and Krista are the best!
Stephanie
Stephanie Sent on 10/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Matt and Krista are The Best!

I spent two to three months researching photographers for our wedding. Photos were my top priority after the actual marriage so we wanted someone who would fit our style and Matt and Krista were exactly what we wanted. Their photos are so colorful and vibrant and their use of lighting is wonderful. They always made our sessions fun and light hearted. They are professional, but very fun to work with and had great ideas for different shots. They made my husband and I feel comfortable in front of the camera and accepted all our geeky parts to our wedding rather than judging us for them. During the ceremony and reception they blended in so well that we never really noticed when they were taking pictures and they got some amazing shots that way. Our friends and family loved having them at the wedding too which made the photo shoots way more fun! They were always on time and helped keep us on track for our day. Honestly, I can't say enough good things about Fornear Photo! They helped make our day perfect and now we will have wonderful pictures to remember our perfect day!
Chloe
Chloe Sent on 08/29/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Even better than we could have imagined!

Matt and Krista are AMAZING! They are funny and flexible and really helped us relax during both our engagement shoot and on our wedding day! The couple is experienced and knows exactly what they're doing! We really love that they work together the entire time, but still bring different styles and ideas in to their work. We were so satisfied with their help and with the pictures we received!! We love the amount of pictures they took on our big day and how flexible they are with time- arriving when we asked, leaving after we have all agreed that they've got enough pictures, and adapting to changes last minute changes in our schedule!

We cannot wait to book anniversary or family shots with them in the future!
Matt
Matt Sent on 08/01/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent photography team!

I cannot say enough about the experience we had with Matt and Krista! We did the Engagement/Wedding package with them, and were impressed by the beginning with their communication. Typically we received responses within an hour or two, not "days" which we experienced with other vendors. Both were incredibly friendly, and our pre-wedding consultation ended up being 90 minutes of just talking, which I think truly helped them get to know us and in turn made us feel very comfortable around them. At one point on the wedding night, I found myself talking with Matt about something completely non-wedding or non-photo related. They really felt like an extension of our guests at the wedding. OH, and I haven't even touched on the quality of shots they take. Matt has an incredibly creative mind, and Krista will step in with other ideas of shot which truly makes them a great team. Take a look at any of their portfolio to see the amazing things they can do with lighting. We couldn't have been happier with our choice of photographers!
C
Cc Sent on 06/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Their expertise and creativity shone through!

Working with Matt and Krista was such a satisfying experience! Even for someone like me who doesn't love being photographed, they made the entire process fun and exciting. They reflected both our identities and their style in the pictures, and we felt very comfortable with them on our engagement shoot and during our wedding day. Their expertise and creativity shone through in the variety and quality of shots we got. We also had their open photo booth which was a blast!
Ambre
Ambre Sent on 04/07/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Not Just Photographers, but new friends!!

If you are ever in a need for photographer team; please check out this Husband & Wife team! Matt & Krista are amazing and super talented. They have an unique artist eye to their photography. From traditional shots to night shots; they bring a special take that makes the photo magical!!! Plus they are super kind, loving and thoughtful team! During both of our engagement photo session & on our wedding day, I didn’t feel like I was working with a vendor, but working with two of our friends!!!! And for Joe & I it was a big plus that they understood our nerdy side! I can’t say enough how amazing they are!!! Thank you so much!!!
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Danielle Sent on 03/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Fornear at The Mill

Matt and Krista were amazing! So comfortable to be around, flexible, and accommodating. Very professional. Got the perfect combination of sentimental/sweet pictures and fun/personality capturing candids. We are 100% happy with our choice and the results.
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Brittany Sent on 03/23/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Exceeded Lofty Expectations

It’s hard to put into words how perfect our wedding photographers were for us. Finding Fornear Photography was the biggest relief and excitement from what turned out to be the best day of our lives. We wanted to find a result that felt genuine and sincere. We wanted professional photos without an ego. We wanted someone that could capture the day we intended without forcing the situation. From the moment we met Matt and Krista we knew they were going to be different. We sat down at a local coffee shop and set to challenging them to decide if they were for us. At almost every turn things just fit. When pushed on a subject there was real contemplation and an honest answer. Krista and Matt compliment each other personally and professionally perfectly. Krista is extremely personable and friendly. Matt is a bit more stereotypically “the photographer”. Matt initially came across as shy but we soon realized it was quiet confidence evenly mixed with the fact that he was actually listening rather than boasting about his business. He was there to sell himself and the product that he and his wife so lovingly produce, yet we were the factor that truly mattered. Matt and Krista delivered exactly what they told us they would. They were on time and they were plugged in and present for every moment of the day. Every part of our wedding photographers exceeded our expectations. Words could never describe a wedding day but that’s OK, our wedding photos speak for themselves.

Truly, Thank you Matt and Krista.

Dustin and Brittany Morey
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

6 Endorsements
Wild Eagle Lodge Wild Eagle Lodge Hotel Weddings

Matt & Krista Fornear have photographed many of our bridal couples at Wild Eagle Lodge. Their experience is truly an asset to your Big Day and the photographs are absolutely stunning! They will exceed your expectations and capture those sweetest moments. They hold a high rating of excellence at our resort. Robin Nikolaus Events Coordinator Wild Eagle Lodge, Eagle River, WI

A Personal Touch DJ Services and Event Lighting A Personal Touch DJ Services and Event Lighting Wedding DJs

Fornear Photo was such an amazing company to work with. They were on top of their game always and you could tell the bride and groom absolutely loved them. As a DJ, we love the photographers that come up to us and introduce themselves, and want to work with us as a team. Matching our paperwork and to make sure we are on the same page for all events occurring throughout the evening. Fornear wanted to work together, and make sure they knew when the grand march, toasts, special dances and so on would be taking place. They are a great company and we look forward to working with them again in the future!

Accent Events Accent Events Wedding DJs

Most couples can't really do the Coke/Pepsi challenge, when it comes to picking the team for their perfect day. Luckily, we do weddings week in, week out and can confirm that Fornear bring a fantastic, professional ethic to make their couple's day spectacular. It was a pleasure working with them, and I can't wait to see the rest of the shots from the day, if the sneak peek was anything to go by! Highly recommended.

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Fornear Photo frequently asked questions

Fornear Photo includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Fornear Photo includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Toning
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Fornear Photo offers the following photography styles:
  • Photojournalism
Fornear Photo offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Fornear Photo offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Fornear Photo is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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