Luxury Wedding Photography Based in Lake Geneva and Chicago

Available for weddings across the U.S., Europe, the Caribbean, Hawaii, and the world’s most iconic destinations.

FOR THOSE WHO VALUE:

01 / Artistry over trend

02 / Emotion over perfection

03 / Presence over performance

04 / Storytelling with depth

“Beyond even the pictures, THE PEOPLE were incredible.”

AS SEEN IN

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Beautifully Captured. Deeply Felt.

Welcome to C.Mae

THE ART

Editorial imagery, rooted in real emotion. Our photographs feel polished, honest, and deeply human, with true-to-life color.


THE EXPERIENCE

Luxury is knowing you can fully let go and be fully taken care of. We make things feel easy in front of the camera, seamless behind the scenes, and fully cared for throughout the day.


OUR TEAM

Couples and planners trust our team for more than beautiful photographs. They trust us for the way we move through a wedding day with calm leadership, refined instincts, and genuine care for the people at the center of it.

“I cannot say enough about them and their professionalism, willingness to listen, talent and vision.”

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black and white logo displaying text "Wisconsin Bride Best of 2025 Editors Choice".
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At C.Mae, we’re known for:

  • From the energy in the room to the quiet moments in between, we create photographs that feel honest, loving, artful, and alive.

  • We help you feel natural in front of the camera and stay attuned to the flow of the day without making it feel staged.

  • We move with care, notice the moments that matter, and create photographs that feel as real and meaningful as the memories themselves.

A man with a beard and two young boys in tuxedos and bow ties smiling and looking at each other, sitting close together.
A wedding invitation, flowers, and a small sign floating against a blue sky with clouds.
Black and white photo of a newlywed couple celebrating outdoors, with the bride holding a bouquet in the air and the groom smiling, surrounded by guests.
An elderly man in a tuxedo with a bow tie covers his mouth with his hand while looking at a woman in a wedding dress, outdoors in a sunny setting.
A black and white photo of a woman and three men at a formal event, laughing and smiling, sitting at a dinner table with drinks and decor.

“It’s rare to find someone who delivers both an incredible product and such a memorable experience, but Cass truly does both.”

“They are not only incredible communicators, they have the best sense of how to guide a couple to feel comfortable in their own skin and let a couples authentic personalities come through in photos.”

A woman with her hair in a bun takes photos with a camera telephoto lens during an outdoor event, surrounded by seated and standing attendees.
A woman with wavy, shoulder-length brown hair smiling, sitting on a black chair against a plain white background, wearing a beige blazer, cream shirt, and a gold watch.
A black and white photo of a newlywed couple walking outdoors, smiling. The bride is in a strapless lace wedding dress and the groom is in a white tuxedo with a black bow tie, holding a bouquet of flowers. Several people are around them, including a woman helping with the bride's dress, a woman with sunglasses, and a photographer on the right side.
A photographer taking a picture inside a church, with an altar and religious statue in the background, floral arrangements, and candles.
Two women smiling and embracing in an indoor setting with audio equipment in the background.
A bride in a wedding dress walking with bridesmaids and a photographer outdoors on a sunny day.
A group of women in pajamas celebrating outdoors, with one woman kneeling and taking photos of a small girl holding a gift, while others hold drinks and smile.

A team-led studio,
known for art that
feels as good as it looks

For couples who want expertise, intention, and a wedding day they can fully be fully present for.

C.Mae Photography is a boutique wedding photography studio that has documented more than 700 weddings worldwide since 2012. From local celebrations to destination and multi-day events, we are known for emotionally rich imagery and our thoughtful, heart-led approach.

Wedding Photography Coverage begins at $10,000.

For couples seeking expert guidance and imagery with depth, we’d love to hear from you.

Availability is intentionally limited each season. Share your details, and we’ll be in touch with next steps, availability, and a tailored starting point for your experience.

Contact Us:

contact@cmaephoto.com
call or text (312) 772-3688
Lake Geneva, WI