Wedding & Portrait Photographer
Chicago engagement sessions were in high demand last year. I was NOT complaining. I mean the drive kinda sucks some days (I hate, no, I LOATHE traffic). Kayla & Roger had their October wedding last year, those photos are to come, but wow. They ROCKED their e session. One of my favorites <3
Alli & Jeff got to celebrate FINALLY with all their friends and family in May. I know they had one hack of a time trying to make sure they could have everyone they wanted there. Between venue changes, and everything else, they settled on a backyard reception. It was AMAZING. At one point, Jeff’s dad even said he wanted the party to be so loud and crazy that the cops got called. 27E sure did try and bring the house down.
It was just a fun day, filled with their friends and families love. It was truly evident in all aspects of their day.
When the first picture we took, was the dress hanging on the house… we knew it was going to be a good day.
What a beautiful November day these two had! We couldn’t believe that it was almost 50 degrees that late in November. It was beautiful. Laura and Jalen planned the best day. Their ceremony was scheduled for right after sunset, in a romantically lit barn. In photographer speak, it was golden.
We caught the last few specks of sunlight for some golden hour photos, and ran straight into the ceremony.
Everything was perfect.
My favorite part of the day, was when Laura was writing her vows while simultaneously rapping to “All I Do Is Win”. It was the best.
Nicole & Brett were a dream. I am SO excited for their wedding this year… especially after these photos. I mean… LOOK AT THEM! They are straight up models. Not only did we get some beautiful light… we got to go up on a ROOFTOP in Chicago. <3
To say im obsessed about this session is an understatement. Just see for yourself…
Ashley & Brenden are one of our 2020 couples! We started in their little neighborhood just a few blocks away from the lakefront. There was absolutely no one out, I guess we could thank COVID-19 for that.
I absolutely adored this session. I didnt realize it was going to be one of my last for awhile :(
It was pretty eerie to walk around and not run into anyone, or have to edit anyone out either.
We ventured to the lakefront, Soldier Field, and a sweet little park in their neighborhood.
I have so many favorites so I just made a blog post :)
Cant wait for their October wedding! <3
The last wedding of 2019 was one for the books. I enjoyed getting to know these two over the course of the year. It made their wedding day even more special. They had a change of location, and honestly I think it was for the best… I looooooved getting the opportunity to shoot at the Rookery Building in downtown.
Everything fit into place and it was a perfect day. I love these two so much and cant wait to see what married life has in store for them.
Nancy & Charles told me before their engagement session that they were such awkward people and that they would need so much help with posing. Their engagement session was a breeze and they were NOT awakard AT ALL. I was so excited for their big day to finally be here. It was a little rainy and chilly, but they made it work and their day was perfect.
This was my second time shooting at Four Corners Winery and it has become a fast favorite location of mine.
The property is laid out so perfectly and the vineyard is beautiful and a great backdrop!
Oh Josh & McKenzie… your day was one of my favorites this year. We all know how much I love the Sim’s family. They are a constant on my page. I was honored to capture another Sim’s family memory. <3
Josh and McKenzie, your day was PERFECT. The perfect September day.
I always love when the bride and bridesmaids pop a bottle (or two!) of champagne. The pictures are super fun and cute! McKenzie was super excited for this part! AND she got to feed the family cows <3
I could go on and on about their love and how happy I am for them. They are the sweetest. So I will just send you to the photos. The reason why you are here anyway!
Also, tell Trish what a beautiful house she has… :) She doesn’t hear it enough from me…
The forecast said it was going to rain all day during Karessa & Austin’s wedding day. It drizzled in the morning, then again in the afternoon, then quit! It was perfect! Perfect day for a perfect couple! I was looking forward to their wedding, because their engagement session was so fun and they were naturals in front of the camera.
We pulled them out for golden hour, we waited, and waited for the sun to pop under the clouds and it just took forever. SO we walked back to the dance floor, about to start their first dance, when Austin ran back and said “the sun came back out! We should go now!” - and boy. was it worth it…
Their day was filled with good luck rain, love, and beer. Best day ever!
I was so excited to meet the Jensen family just a few weeks ago! Hayley wanted a session in Chicago before they moved later this year. This session was CRAZY! We got about 35 minutes into the session and some FOG rolled in. It was the coolest thing. I absolutely loved this session. Loved this family. I wish them all the best in their new adventure!
May the 4th be with you! These love birds got married on a very special day. Their love for Star Wars did not go unnoticed on their wedding day…
Ever since their engagement session last year I was very impatiently awaiting their wedding day. They were so fun to work with, I knew their wedding day would be filled with good times, and smiles.
I have already spent some time with their bridal party as I photographed one of the groomsmen weddings last year! I knewww they would keep Amanda & I on our toes. I loved everything about this day.
Wedding season is officially in full swing! <3
Vendors:
Venue: The Pavilion at Sandy Pines Golf Course
Makeup: Makeup by Morgan
Hair: Mad About Hair
Dj: REEB Entertainment
Danielle & Jennifer were my last couple of 2018, and they really did not disappoint. After talking to Jennifer so many times closer to the wedding, I felt so incredibly close to them. I cant tell you how many times I would start to tear up during their ceremony. I don’t think I have ever seen two people more perfect for each other. I say this all the time, but I really mean it with them. These two ladies really have my heart. I wish them all the happiness and love in the world. It was so hard to pick the images for this blog post. SO many images.
Hayley & Matthew, the coldest, windiest, fall wedding I have had to date.
And by cold, I mean cold.
Their beautiful ceremony had to be moved indoors due to the high winds, but it couldn’t have been more perfect. Having some of their guests looking down from the balcony was just beautiful.
I loved every bit of their day.
They even braved the cold for just a hint of golden hour that decided to pop by for a visit.
Ashby and Mitch were married August 31st at Sundance Studios in Michigan and the day could not have been more perfect. I swear these two have modeled before.. It was SO easy to get every shot I wanted AND more. Their ceremony was beautiful and their newest addition didn't want to let her mommy go! It was adorable. This is easily one of my favorite venues and I cant wait to go back!
I met Mackenna at a wedding last year, so when she contacted me to say SHE was getting married I was beyond excited. THEN she told me they wanted pictures at VU and by their house which are two very big parts of their relationship, how could I say no? I adore this couple. I can not wait for their wedding next June. They are the cutest, and their love for each other runs deep… Its shows in these images.
When I met Sarah & Dayton last year for their engagement photos, they were just a fun loving couple who liked to laugh. I knew INSTANTLY that their wedding day was going to be enjoyable. They did not disappoint. Everything about their day was perfect and even though we missed golden hour photos, they still let me pull them out for more photos during their reception.
I love these images. I am a sucker for a beautiful church ceremony! <3
Oh. My. Goodness. I have been DYING for a session like this for SOOOO LONG. and Kaley and Alec made my dreams come true. AND MORE. I mean. these two are FIRE. They had no problem jumping in Lake Michigan... Or getting sand everywhere. I dont even know what to say about these photos. I love them so much it was hard not to post every single image...
Amanda & Ryan had the most beautiful day for a wedding. It wasn't melting hot, tears were shed, and two love birds now get to spend the rest of their lives together. I enjoyed their day so much. These two vibed so well their bridal portraits were a breeze! I just couldn't stop!
The best part of the day was when Amanda just picked up her dress, and ran. Which prompted Ryan to just run after her and wrap his arms around her. Hands down the best portrait ever. I knew that it was something special.
Ben and Bethany have a special place in my heart for sure. It was a blast on their wedding day, even though it was crazy hot. It was a fun drive down to Wea Creek Orchard, Liz and I sang a bunch of backstreet boy's songs and just caught up! It had been awhile since we had seen each other!
Getting to the Orchard we were overwhelmed with how beautiful the venue was. We got right in there and started detail shots. Then came time for the first look and I just KNEW Ben would NOT disappoint. Of course he didn't.
I just love their images. They left me to move to Seattle... so you know. Im a little salty about that.
y'all now how much I love Sandy Pines right? The natural light in the bridal house is one of my favorite things about this venue. So when Morgan said that she was getting married at Sandy Pines, I about fell over. A spring wedding at sandy pines? I was IN. When we got together for their engagement session I loved how Devlin would look at Morgan, right then I was super excited for their wedding day. <3
