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Tara Draper Photography

www.taradraper.com
Wisconsin Dells Portrait and Wedding Photographer
Weddings • maternity • chil Tara Draper Photography – based in Wisconsin Dells, WI.

Specializing in weddings • maternity • engagements • children • families • seniors. Creative, unique and timeless photography.

08/26/2024

The gorgeous Sima, what a sweet soul! Class of 2025 - Wisconsin Dells High School. Congrats on your senior year!

08/20/2024

Awaiting their greatest adventure yet✨

08/20/2024

The beautiful Piper! What a light this girl is✨! She truly has the most radiant personality and we had the BEST time during her senior session!!
Congratulations on your senior year, beautiful - Can't wait to see what your future holds!

07/24/2024

Senior season is here and what an awesome start with the beautiful Sophie!!✨She came all the way from Sartell, MN to have her photos done! I loved getting the chance to take these, and getting to spend lots of time with her and the family!
Can't wait to see all the amazing things you'll do in the future Sophie! Congrats on your senior year!! 🎓

07/10/2024

I've been photographing the most amazing couples this past month and haven't been posting at all on here! But there are too many beautiful pics not to share! Carissa & Collin are two of the most genuine, fun and kind souls out there! They brought along Collin's old truck he's been working on along with their two pups and we had the best night! So excited to capture their Wedding day next June!

06/28/2024

What an unforgettable day with Morgann & Connor! I'm really at a loss for words on how kind, beautiful and genuine this couple is. On this June afternoon, the skies cleared we were gifted with beautiful afternoon light and the most perfect golden hour. Morgann is truly one of those souls adored by all, and especially by her husband, Connor.
Their families and the wedding party was an absolute blast—genuine, fun, and the whole day filled with laughter and happy tears. ✨Feeling so freaking lucky to do what I love and meet such wonderful souls. 📸💕
Shout-out to the team that made it all come together flawlessly:
Venue: Oaks Golf Course
Wedding Gown: bridal galleria
Cake: 's Bakes
Flowers: Parker
DJ: Jukebox Bandstand

06/18/2024

Happy one month anniversary to these love birds! Alyssa & Trevor tied the knot at one of the most beautiful venues on Castle Rock Lake, The Great Escape Lodge in Mauston (will tag in the comments). It was a beautiful celebration with their closest family and friends and what a treasure it was to capture it.
Congratulations you two!!

06/11/2024

There are so many favorites from this shoot - I wish I could post them all! I've known this sweet family for a long time and in honor of their Riley graduating from 8th grade we did her own little mini shoot. She's a budding musician in the making and such a natural beauty! I felt like I was shooting her album cover...she's got such a gorgeous natural vibe and I love it! These 5 have an awesome bond and it was so much fun to capture it.

05/23/2024

Just sent this gorgeous spring wedding gallery home! Congrats to Rachel & Sam!! What a beautiful day in Madison! So pumped for this wedding season and all the amazing couples!
The awesome vendors!
Venue: Madison Club
Floral: Parker
DJ: bandstand
Hair & Makeup: of hair
Bridal Gown:

05/22/2024

Sending home this sweet session tonight! ✨ It means the world when past clients invite me back to capture these special moments. Loved working with this fam again, especially in their gorgeous new home with 9-month-old baby Aubree. 🏡💖 Even Jax the pup joined in for some pics! 🐶📸

05/10/2024

Congratulations to Dr. Karli who is graduating from UW-Madison with a PhD in Chemistry! I loved getting to explore all around campus on the most glorious spring evening with this beauty and talk all about life, it gave me a different perspective of Madison and made me fall even more in love with the city.

05/09/2024

I have just one more opening each night (Friday at 6:30 and Saturday at 7:30) if someone wants a mini! This weekends weather is looking good!!
Send me a message to book!

05/03/2024

The most beautiful mama with her sweet Rosie girl.🌸 Loved spending time on the farm with these lovely ladies and the horses. 🐴 Annie was one of my first clients 12 years ago, and capturing these moments with her 4th babe is simply incredible. 💖 Love you gals! 📸✨

05/02/2024

Hi friends! It's been some time since I've offered mini sessions, but I thought with all the beautiful blooms that next weekend would be perfect! These will just outside of Wisconsin Dells - the lilacs should be blooming too!
I have open spots on Friday evening, May 10th and Saturday evening, May 11th. Message or email me to book!

04/26/2024

Excited to share some of my favorites pics of the newest addition to one of my favorite families!! Congrats Anderson fam on sweet baby Will - he is perfect and I'm so happy for you all!
These lifestyle sessions are such a beautiful glimpse into this season of what life looks like and I couldn't love them more!

04/10/2024

Forever in love with shooting at the Capital....I always find new angles, new light and it's so beautiful, classic, timeless.✨Pamela & Connor are tying the knot in Peru and I loved that I got to document these beautiful iconic Madison shots. We had to make a stop at the end of the session to get a few with their sweet Golden retriever, Tucker! Even with a fancy Capital shoot we can always make time for the pups! 🐶Make sure you scroll to the end, that Tucker is dang cute!!

03/22/2024

One year of pure joy with baby Bennett, can't believe how fast time flies! Huge shoutout to his amazing parents for letting me capture these precious moments! I’m so in love with the simplicity of these pics, where the love and personalities of the kiddos can really shine.

If you're craving some cozy indoor sessions, now's the time! My studio in Baraboo is the perfect spot for creating beautiful, timeless photos. Whether it's a mini session or a full one, let's capture your family's magic together. 📸💫

DM me to book your session and let's make some memories!

03/08/2024

Happy International Women's day to all the amazing ladies out there! To get to work with such inspirational, kind, resilient, strong, beautiful women - I am so blessed to be in the industry that I'm in, and to get to work with such awesome women like this. These gals have teamed up and are one bad-ass bridal beauty team, The I Do Beauty crew! Platinum Bond Salon TrueToYou MakeUp Artistry and Caresse Rose Beauty Co. - SO MUCH FUN with their branding shoot last week, you ladies are truly amazing!!

03/08/2024

Okay okay - I know there isn’t one Wisconsinite that wants to see snow right now, but I HAD to share these beautiful snowy pics I took for Sarah & Joe’s engagement session just two weeks ago. They drove from Wautoma to the Dells…and had originally hoped for a snowy session as the winter lovers that they are.
Looking at the forecast I didn't think it was going to happen, everything had been dry and brown for weeks - but literally minutes before their session, it started to snow. ❄️ It was the perfect type of fluffy snow that almost never happens, but when it does – it’s pure magic! ✨
We wrapped up with a quick cocktail at The Kilbourn Cork to warm up, the perfect ending to an awesome shoot. 🥂 SO excited for their winter wedding in December with this adorable duo.

02/28/2024

Proof that you can have the most beautiful wedding even on a freezing crazy-windy February day!❄️ I can’t help but overshare here, but Keiyah & Patrick pulled off the best day at Vennebu Hill Event Venue with so many special touches! Even with a biscuit bar for the puppers and a surprise visit from their one and only Winston the pug. 🐾
The wind and temps only allowed me to shoot outside for just a few minutes at a time, but I had a good game plan and am loving how these turned out!
The floral and color palette was so beautiful, warm and cohesive. Thank you Keiyah and Pat for having me, you two are the best! Shout out to all the awesome vendors that made the day so amazing:
Venue: Vennebu Hill Event Venue
Ceremony: St. Marys Catholic Church in Lyndon Station
Bridal Gown: Brides n Belles
Bridesmaid Dresses: Revelry
Flowers:Signature Events
Cake: Sandy Kakes
Hair: Platinum Bond Salon
DJ: Midwest Sound
Makeup: Onna Wallace

02/22/2024

Branding sessions are so fun, especially when it’s with one of your beautiful college besties! Michele is truly a powerhouse in the Isagenix community, showcasing an incredible dedication to health and wellness. Witnessing her growth in the industry over the years has been truly inspiring. She rocked this shoot and I love the variety that I was able to create in my sweet little studio.📸 Here's a sneak peek of some faves! 💖

02/13/2024

I kicked off my 2024 wedding season at the The Fields Reserve with Allie & Connor - two kind hearted beautiful souls - it was such a great day with the most beautiful fog at dusk. Congratulations you two!
Venue: The Fields Reserve
Photography: Me! Tara Draper Photography
Florals: Flower Moxie
Hair: Sarah Richard Salon
Bridal Gown: Vera's House of Bridals
Cake & Bundtinis: Nothing Bundt Cakes
Bridesmaid Dresses: David's Bridal
DJ: Juke Box Bandstand

01/26/2024

The handsome Haakon - Class of 2024.
My first shoot in my new studio space in downtown Baraboo! I'm so excited to have an indoor space to shoot in again! Haakon was the perfect subject to play around with the light...such a great guy!
Dells seniors, if anyone is looking for last minute senior photos, yearbook deadline is April 1st so there is still time!
Class of 2025 seniors - I am opening up my calendar for summer and fall session on Feb 6th - I have a waiting list going so let me know if you are interested! Have a great weekend friends!

01/09/2024

Cheers to the most epic year-end wedding celebration! 🎉 🥂
Jenna & Mikey's winter wedding at The Lageret was an absolute blast filled with laughter galore! (Truly I can't remember a wedding I laughed this much!) What an awesome group of people (and all the way from Ireland 🇮🇪!) adorable pup appearances, classic trolley rides, sparklers, festive Christmas cookies – and all the things that showed what a genuine and fun couple these two are.🐾🚃✨
Sending endless love and happiness to the newlyweds! Thanks a million for letting me capture your incredible day! 📸
The amazing vendor team:

Venue: The Lageret
Florals: Flora Designs by Jamae
Wedding Gown: Vera's House of Bridals
Bridemaid dresses: Brandis Bridal Galleria Etc
DJ: Celebrations Entertainment
Invitations & Paper: Spot On Greetings
Makeup & Hair: Beauticianzillas
Organizer: Lauren Benefico/Masterson

12/21/2023

How lucky were we to have taken these on the only snowy day in December 2023!❄️ Love this family and I'm so excited for them as their baby girl will be joining the world in a few months!

12/13/2023

Kelsey & Brandon's December wedding at the Baraboo Arts Banquet & Convention Center definitely had that magical winter feel. ✨ The warm glowy lights and Christmas trees added an extra touch of holiday warmth and I loved the small, laid-back wedding party. It all felt sweet, intimate and made me love winter weddings even more. ❤️ Cheers to love, laughter, and a day filled with magical memories!🎄

All the vendors who made their day:
Bridal Gown: Bridal Galleria Etc
DJ: Midwest Sound DJ Entertainment
Cake: Sandy Kakes
Make-Up: JV Makeup Artist
Hair: Tara Greenwood Design Salon
Catering: Broadway Diner
Grooms Suit: DuBois Formalwear
Bridesmaids: David's Bridal

12/04/2023

The beautiful Jessica & Andrew! ❤️ Love seeing all of these images on the WedPlan blog! - My 2024 is to bring my blog back to life!

12/04/2023

✨🍁The beautiful Morgan came all the way from Iowa City, IA for me to capture her senior pics, and it was such an awesome shoot! 📸 Loved her energy and vibe! Congratulations on your senior year!! 🎓

11/29/2023

Happy one month anniversary to Maia & Zach! This sweet duo had the most beautiful wedding day at the Harvest Moon Pond where all the warmth of their love, family and friends surrounded them. The ceremony was inside in the lofted barn area, it was intimidate and perfect. And to top it off, Mother nature was showing off with all the beautiful colors that the end of autumn brings and we were able to get tons of pics outside!
Congratulations Shipleys, you two amazing souls! Thank you so much for having me capture your day!

11/16/2023

I've been in major editing mode lately, sending out so many gorgeous galleries the past few days! And they have a few things in common....lots of love and lots of pups! Love these shots from Abigael & Luke's engagement session with their German shepard/husky mix, Darla! She was SUCH a good girl and I always say bring those furry friends along for your shoot, they are such a huge part of our lives!

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4189 River Road
Wisconsin Dells, WI
53965

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http://www.taradraper.com/

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I love creating artistic and timeless images that incorporate emotion, light and beauty into them. One of the things that sets me apart is my ability to make my clients feel comfortable in front of the camera. My business in based in Wisconsin Dells, WI but I love to travel all over the state. I specialize in weddings, engagement sessions, senior photography, families and lifestyle newborn sessions. I create heirlooms that you, your spouse, and your family will cherish for a lifetime! Going into my ninth year of photography, I am so so thankful to have found this incredible career and being a photographer is truly my dream job.

I have photographed over 200 weddings and love connecting with my clients on a personal level and I’m all about having a good time! Getting to know you and making your photography experience fun, enjoyable, and stress free is my number one priority! Over the years, I have found that the thing that sets me apart from most photographers is creating beautiful imagery that looks natural and has emotion and artistry by making people feel comfortable in front of the camera. It’s not easy being in front of the camera for most, but it’s my job to put you at ease and give you direction and I will always take the extra step to help you look and feel your best. When you work with Tara Draper Photography on your wedding day, you’re signing up for not only beautiful photos, but for a great friend and someone that will be there for you on one of the most important days of your life.