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Kathy McDowell Photography is a wedding photographer based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Kathy finds creative inspiration in shooting couples as they enjoy one of the most special days of their lives. She views each wedding as its own adventure, bursting with the potential to create effective and precious memories. This photographer applies her emotional intelligence and professional judgment to compose captivating visual keepsakes that her clients will treasure for a lifetime.
Services Offered
Kathy specializes in traditional portraiture and takes a photojournalistic approach to each photoshoot, documenting her subjects tastefully and naturally. Her work features a flair for the contemporary while remaining true to each couple's preferences and the unique spirit of their wedding. Kathy's enthusiasm for her work results in a positive and inviting photoshoot atmosphere. Some of the services offered by Kathy McDowell Photography include:
- Engagement, boudoir, and trash-the-dress sessions
- On-location and travel services
- Additional hours and multiple locations
- One event per day
- Custom graphics
- Photo albums
- Digital files
- Specialty prints
What You'll Love About Kathy McDowell Photography
Couples love Kathy's one-of-a-kind photography style. They also rave about her friendliness and professionalism throughout the planning process. Check out the photo gallery to see the kind of images you'll receive from your special day.
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Frequently asked questions
Which of the following are included in the starting price?
2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Hand-Coloring
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Toning
Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?
2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Hand-Coloring
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Toning
Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Natural
What photography services do you offer?
Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits
What photography items do you offer?
Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints
Proofs
Reviews of Kathy McDowell Photography
Brianna Sent on 09/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Kathy is the best!
It was so much fun and easy to work with Kathy. She’s responsive to all questions, knows what pictures and poses to do and makes any photo session quick and fun. My husband and I are usually awkward in front of a camera but she managed to make our engagement photos amazing. She was great on our wedding day and made sure we stayed on schedule and get the photos we wanted done.
Lillie Sent on 09/11/2020
5 out of 5 rating
Loved every moment
Kathy and Jake were wonderful. I cried when I saw the sneak peek and there are so many photos. They captured the essence of love in my pictures
Kayla Sent on 12/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing Job!
Kathy and Clarice did an amazing job! Kathy spent the morning with me and my bridesmaids while we got ready and made sure to get pictures of the whole process. Clarice was with my husband and his groomsmen getting all their before pictures. They were both so nice and calming when things didn’t run exactly on schedule and when the rain hit when we were supposed to be doing pictures after the ceremony. They made sure and got the pictures I asked for and so many more! The Monday after my ceremony I received a sneak peak that included around 40 pictures and they were all so amazing! It took about 6 weeks to get the rest of the photos back and they all look so amazing! Kathy also gives copyright to the couple allowing us to go get our photos printed when/where we want! I had such an amazing time working with Kathy and Clarice and they made the whole process so smooth and easy!
Taylor Sent on 11/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Captures the perfect moments
Our photos turned out so beautifully! Kathy and her assistant were very professional, timely and captured so many beautiful moments throughout our day! I would 100% recommend Kathy for your photos!
Joelle Sent on 04/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating
More than we could of imagined!
Kathy where do we begin. We spent almost an entire day with you this past Saturday. You and Shawn were absolutely amazing. Joelle said you both made her feel so comfortable right off the bat. We chose you for our wedding because after meeting you over a year ago you were classy, witty, professional, and just an all around wonderful person. We felt so at ease with you both after a day that could have been stressful. It was not and for that we thank you. We absolutely can not wait to see the pictures. Anyone out there looking for an amazing pair to get the job done and be so fun to work with, give Kathy a call. My wife sent her all these pictures she found on pintrist. Kathy made all of those ideas become reality. She also came with some really amazing ideas and the combination I know will be beyond our expectations! Thanks Kathy and Shawn from the bottom of our hearts!
Leigh Sent on 06/22/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Kathy and Sean were so wonderful to have as part of our wedding day! My initial meeting with Kathy was fantastic - she was organized, prepared, genuinely kind, and had lots of great samples of her work to show my mom and me. She was easy to communicate with before the wedding day, and on the day of our wedding, she and Sean were prompt and ready to go. They did a great job of keeping us all on track in terms of timing, and took initiative at all the right times - I never felt that I had to "check" on them. Our photos turned out beautifully and arrived quickly. There were lots of great shots that I wasn't even expecting, because Kathy and Sean did a great job of mixing with our guests and being unobtrusive. They were both so fun to work with and calming to have around throughout the day. Thanks for a wonderful experience, Kathy!
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Kathy McDowell Photography frequently asked questions
Kathy McDowell Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
- 2nd Shooter
- Add'l Hours
- Hand-Coloring
- High-Res Images
- Multi. Locations
- One Event / Day
- Toning
- Albums
- Canvas
- Digital Files
- Flush Mount
Kathy McDowell Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
- 2nd Shooter
- Add'l Hours
- Hand-Coloring
- High-Res Images
- Multi. Locations
- One Event / Day
- Toning
- Albums
- Canvas
- Digital Files
- Flush Mount
Kathy McDowell Photography offers the following photography styles:
- Natural
Kathy McDowell Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
- Additional Hours
- Boudoir Shoot
- Destination / Travel
- Engagement Shoot
- High-Res Images
- One Event / Day
- Second Shooter
- Wedding Portraits
Kathy McDowell Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
- Albums
- Canvas
- Digital Files
- Flush Mount
- Prints
- Proofs
Kathy McDowell Photography is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in average response time, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.