The W Family!!

Its always a blast working with this lovely family!  I shot their youngest daughter's 2 year photos last year as well as a family session.  I was more than excited to see them again this year!

 

Lauren & Scott | Rockford, IL Wedding

   

Reception/Catering: Lino's Restaurant http://www.linosrockford.com/
 

Flowers: Broadway Florist http://broadwayflorist.com/

Hair: WM Day Spa http://wmdayspa.com/

My Dress: David's Bridal with Custom design and alterations by JMK Design https://jmkdesign.squarespace.com/
 https://www.facebook.com/jmkdesignllc/

Second Shooter:  Melissa Tang  Melissaisaiphotography.com

Marissa & TJ | Married | Lincolnshire

Meson Sabika Wedding | Sarah & Jake | Naperville, IL

I had such an amazing time capturing Sarah & Jake's Naperville wedding.  They are such a beautiful couple,  inside and out! To take a look at their engagement session click HERE.

These are some of my favorites from their wedding day!

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The very talented Patty McGuire did such an AMAZING job with makeup and hair!

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I LOVE first look photos!! <3

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After the first look, we headed to Cantigny Park for some bridal party photos.

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LOVE this black and white one!

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Jake's reaction to Sarah walking down the aisle is PRICELESS!

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After the ceremony at Koten Chapel, we headed to the reception at Meson Sabika and snuck in a few more photos during cocktail hour.

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Another favorite <3

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Sarah and Jake, thank you for having us capture your day! It was truly an honor!

Hair/Make Up -

Patty McGuire

Venue -

Mason Sabika

Dress -

The Crystal Bride

Flowers and Decorations -

Celidan Creations

Cake -

DeEtta's Bakery

DJ -

Mark Charvat

Erica & Scott | Chandler's Wedding | Schaumburg, IL

Erica and Scott married on a beautiful September afternoon at Chandler's- Schaumburg.  I was so honored to be a part of this awesome couple's wedding day.  Click HERE to take a peek at their engagement session!

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Cake: Central Continental Bakery

Flowers and decor: Stephanie Robinson (The Perfect Pick)

Makeup/hair: Joseph John Salon

Wedding Dress: Simply Luxe Bridal (Brand: Waters)    

http://simplyluxebridal.com/

Bridesmaid Dresses: Bill Levkoff

Bridesmaid Jewelry: J.Crew

Men's Suits: Combatant Gentleman

Bride's shoes: Nina

Gold Chairs: Prestige Wedding Decoration

Chicago Sunrise Engagement Session | Jordan & Joe

Call me crazy but I LOVE LOVE LOVE sunrise sessions!  I'm not a morning person at all, but the lighting is so worth it!

Im so glad Jordan & Joe were up for it!

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Jodan, you're gorgeous!!

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One of my favs!! <3

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Another fav right here. So Chicago!

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Jordan & Joe, I can't wait to capture your wedding day!!

Oswego Children's Photography | Angelina is 2!!

My sweet baby girl turned two in October, (yes, i'm way late on posting these). I decided to switch things up a bit, instead of doing a traditional shoot.  I love how these turned out!

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The secret to getting her to cooperate for photos.... GOLDFISH!  LOTS OF GOLDFISH!

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On the right, my fav <3

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Wheaton Family Photographer | The S Family

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  I LOOOOVEEE photographing this sweet family! You might recognize them from their last session a couple of years ago.  I also photographed Jen & Mike's wedding 7 years ago.  It's so fun to watch these kids grow up! 

Thank you guys for being so awesome! :)

Sarah & Brian | Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront Wedding

I am so excited to post these beautiful images of Sarah and Brian's Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront wedding.  You might remember these two from their gorgeous fall engagement session.

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Seriously, how STUNNING is Sarah?

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MARRIED!!!

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After the ceremony, we headed to some iconic Chicago locations for portraits.

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This was such a fun bridal party!

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Check out that view!

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After some dancing, we headed out to the terrace for some cool nigh shots.

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Ceremony: Assumption Catholic Church

Reception: Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront

DJ: Okyne Medialab

Hair: Mario Tricoci

Makeup: Blend Beauty

Florals: Steuber Florist

Bridesmaid Dresses: Donna Morgan

Bridal gown: Bella Bianca, by Tara Keely

Limo: Windy City Limo

Second Shooter:

BJ

Sarah and Brian, thanks for being so awesome! We had a great time with you!!

Tony & Tina | Fox Valley Country Club Wedding | Aurora, IL

Tony & Tina's wedding was so much fun!  The energy that day was amazing.  They married at the Fox Valley Country Club in Aurora.  Here is a sneak peek into their wedding day.

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I love this photo of Tina and her daughter!

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Want to take a guess at what she's singing?? ;)

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During the reception, we snuck out for a few minutes to take some more pictures.

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Tony and Tina, thank you for having us capture your day!! Also, thanks to my wonderful second photographer BJ for helping out!