I did an engagement session for Pamela & Kevin a few years back. I was so excited to do a family session for them this year and meet their little boy!
Here are a few of my favorites from the session.
Kassie & Rob | Married | Plainfield, IL
Meet Kassie & Rob. Two of the sweetest people you'll ever meet!
They married at the Amphitheater in downtown Plainfield, IL. It was a perfect location, and luckily the weather couldn't have been better!
Here are a few favorites from the day
I'm not gonna lie... their vows made me a bit emotional as well!
Behind the amphitheater, there was a pond and walking trail with the most beautiful fall colors!
The image below is one of the many reasons I love having a second shooter. They tend to capture things from a totally different perspective!
The image below is one of my favorite wedding images...ever!
I love the boys photobombing!!
Afterwards they went to a restaurant up the road called HopScotch and Vine with their closest family and friends. Very cool place!
It's sweet how much they love their new baby girl.
Proud dad
Kassie and Rob, thanks so much for having us capture your day!
Ceremony Location: Settlers Park
Reception Dinner: HopScotch & Vine
Second Photographer: BJ
James & Lauren's Palmer House Wedding | Chicago, IL
I'm so excited to share some photos of James and Lauren's Palmer House wedding!
You are going to love these two, I guarantee it. ;)
See those shoes? Lauren's mom wore those on her wedding day. How cool is that??
Lauren had these robes made for her bridesmaids. The girls looked adorable in them!
Time for the first look!
The mezzanine level had the most gorgeous view of the hotel lobby!
I love the way they look at each other!
Lauren, you are gorgeous!
I'm so glad Lauren & James were up for some pictures outside, despite the cold rainy weather. It was worth it!
This bunch was too much fun!
Where's Waldo? ;)
They're married!!
We snuck away for a few more portraits during cocktail hour.
Next, it was time for toasts!
...and dancing
I couldn't leave without a picture with Tara & Jason (left). I shot their wedding a few years ago. It was so nice to see them and their new baby girl!!
Lauren and James, Thank you for having us capture your day!
Catering: The Palmer House Chicago
Flowers: Fabbrini Flowers
Hair & Make Up: Marie and Val from Basics Salon
Bridesmaid Dresses: Mori Lee from House of Brides
Wedding Dress: Enzoani from Reddingtons in Park Ridge
Tuxes: Men's Warehouse
Second Photographer: Kate
Ann & Nick | Engaged | St. Charles, IL
Meet Ann & Nick! (and puppy!)
Such a a sweet, down to earth couple. We had a great time on this session.
Check out their eyes!
This is one of my favorites!
Another favorite ;)
Poor little guy was SOOO scared of my camera!
I love this one.
Totally different from my usual, but i love it...
Thanks Ann & Nick! I Can't wait for your wedding next May!
Hosenilla Family | Family Photographer | Wheaton, IL
Meet the Hosenilla Fam!
I adore this family! I had so much fun during their session. Here are some of my favorites:
How adorable is Sofia?
She is also the best big sister ever. Seriously. She's like a little mommy and just adores her little sister, Madelyn!
I just love her expressions!
This is one of my favorites :)
I just love these mother & daughter shots!
And of course, I couldn't wrap up the session without getting a couple of shots of just Mom & Dad ;)
Can't wait to see you guys again soon!
Erica & Max | Married | Arlington Heights, IL
Meet Erica and Max! Two of the sweetest, fun loving people you'll ever meet. Here is a peek into their gorgeous wedding day!
Erica, your laugh is so contagious!
Max walked out with their adorable son Kaiden.
Doesn't dad look so proud to walk his girl down the aisle?
While I took photos of the girls, Kaiden was having a blast with grandma!
How fun is this group??
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Erica's grandma was having just as much fun watching.
I love this next set!!
The hallway to Manzo's was so pretty I had to sneak them out for a few photos.
Erica & Max, I hope you enjoyed your day as much as I loved capturing it!
HAIR : Hair Xtensns Studio
Make up: Tara B Artistry
Florist: Flowers by Debbie
Dress: Oleg Cassini
Bridesmaid Dresses: David's Bridal
DJ: Elite DJ
Cake: Sugar Hills Bakery
Reception: Manzo's
Second Photographer: BJ
Brooke & Jose | NIU Engagement & Family Session | DeKalb, IL
Meet Brooke, Jose and their gorgeous family!
I am fortunate enough to photograph their wedding here at NIU in June. Can't wait!
This beauty just turned two. Happy Birthday, Abbey!
How sweet are these two??
I'm so glad Brooke suggested the NIU Campus. Its beautiful!!
Brooke & Jose! Thanks for being awesome :) See you in June!!
Lauren & James | Adler Planetarium Engagement | Chicago, IL
I was so excited about this session. I shot Laura's cousin's wedding a couple of years ago.
I wasn't surprised when Lauren & James ended up being just as awesome as Tara & Jason! Here are a few favorites from their engagement session.
First we headed to North Avenue Beach. I love it there in the morning!
Then we headed over to the Adler Planetarium where you can see the entire Chicago skyline. So gorgeous!
This is actually the spot where James proposed.
They were on a date at Adler After Dark , and James brings her outside and gets down on one knee. So romantic!
The one on the left is one of my favorites from this session!
Lauren & James, you guys are so cute together!
Lauren & James, I had a great time with you two! I can't wait to post your beautiful wedding images!
Blumen Gardens Wedding | Sycamore, IL | David and Stephanie
Stephanie & David are seriously one of the coolest people you'll ever meet. They are so fun, hilarious and sooo in love with each other!
I had such a great time, capturing their gorgeous Blumen Gardens Wedding. Here are some of my favorites. Big thanks to BJ for helping me capture their day!
I LOVE when couples opt for a first look!
Their bridal party was just as fun as they are! What an awesome group!
I love this shot of Stephanie and her girls!
One of my favorites!!
Steph, you look gorgeous :)
Allison, MOH had a HILARIOUS speech. Props and ALL!
Best man Jeff was just as hilarious!
Congrats once again, Stephanie and David!!!
Wheaton Engagement Photography | Samantha & Jamie
I am SO excited to blog this engagement session. Samantha & Jamie are such a fun couple.
We headed over to Cantigny Park in Wheaton which is one of my favorite places to shoot. It offers so much variety and the evening light is so gorgeous!
Here are a some of my favorites!
Aren't they just the cutest?
Doesn't she look like a Disney Princess in these next two photos??
What's an engagement session without being photo bombed by wild turkeys???
Bling! ;)
These next four are my favorites of the whole session. How yummy is that light?
Thanks again, Samantha and Jamie! I had such a great time with you two!
Children's Photographer Montgomery, IL | Alex's Airplane Session
I have been looking forward to doing a session like this since the day I found out I was having a boy. A couple of years ago, I got my husband flight lessons for his birthday and when we showed up I knew it was the perfect place to have a session for my little boy. I mean, how cool is this vintage T-6 Texan?
When we arrived for the session Alex's eyes lit up with excitement. The last time he was on a plane was a year ago, and he was too young to remember.
I just love the way these turned out. I can't wait to order some prints for his airplane themed room!
Enjoy!
An airplane in the hangar across from us actually took off mid session. He was mesmerized.
This is one of my favorites!!
I love this picture of my husband and son. He loved watching the planes land!
What a handsome boy <3
Montgomery, IL Family Photographer | The Bartlett Family
I am so fortunate to be able to capture some lovely images for the Bartlett family.
I love these guys so much!
SISTERS!!
Aren't these girls gorgeous??
The one below is my fav <3
Dave & Roxane's Vintage, Classic, Deer Path Inn Wedding | Bouquet Catcher Feature!
I am so excited that Dave & Roxane's Deer Path Inn wedding has been featured not only on the Bouquet Catcher blog but also in the Lake Forester Newspaper!
Check out the publication that ran in the newspaper below, and view the blog feature HERE
Many thanks to Dave & Roxane for having me be a part of their day, and to Bouquet Catcher for sharing their story.
Montgomery Children's Photographer | Isabella turns 7
Happy Birthday Bella. I am so proud of the girl you are turning out to be. I love you with all my heart!
Kenilworth Club Wedding | Bouquet Catcher Feature!
I'm so excited to have one of my weddings featured on Bouquet Catcher!
Sarah & Jon's Kenilworth Club wedding was a pleasure to capture. Check out the full post here
Montgomery IL Children's Photographer | My Baby is TWO!
Happy 2nd Birthday Alex
You are the sweetest, most loving boy I've ever met, and I'm so glad to be your mommy :)
Oswego IL Family Photographer | The "S" Family |
I received an e-mail from Jen a few months ago asking about a family portrait session. I was beyond excited to get to photograph this lovely family again. See, Jen & Mike were my first ever wedding clients back in 2008! It was wonderful to see them all again and meet their new little guy. They are such a fun group. The cold and the rain didn't stop us from having a great time. Here are some photos from their session. Looking forward to another session with you guys!
I FINALLY HAVE A BLOG!
YEP! I finally caved. I had been putting it off for so long because, quite frankly, I didn't think I could keep up with the work entailed with updating a blog. As some of you may know, I'm a wife and mom of three (technically four if you include the fur baby), so it can get a little crazy around here. But I feel that becoming a mom of three has boosted my productivity and time management, believe it or not. That, and the fact that I've been home a lot hiding from this extremely cold weather. ;) So with that said... what a better way to kick off my new blog than to introduce you to the newest member of my family. Angelina was born on October 18, 2013. Not only was this day special because its the day she arrived, but because its my grandmother's birthday. How cool is that?? Same birthday, 91 years apart. I can't wait for Grandma to visit so I can get pictures of them together.
Thanks for stopping by :)