I photographed Rylee for her 2nd birthday a few weeks ago. I had so much fun with her so imagine my excitement when I was asked to do a family session.
Redfield Estate Wedding | Tim & Andrea | Glenview, IL
Venuti's Wedding Photography | Holly & Michael | Addison, IL
Holly and Michael's wedding was so much fun to capture! If you haven't seen their lovely winter engagement session, you can check it out by clicking HERE.
It was so rainy out but we still managed to sneak outside for a few first look and some bridal party photos. H & M, thanks for being so awesome and rolling with the punches. :)
ahhh!! I love first look shots!!
And because Holly and Michael are sooo awesome and so much fun, they decided to compete in a game of bags.
Holly and Michael, thank you fro trusting me to capture your day!
Dress : Volles Bridal Lake Zurich Bridesmaid dresses: Davids Bridal Hair and makeup: Krystal from House of Blonde Arlington Heights Tuxes: GQ Formal wear Schaumburg Flowers: BBA Wedding Art Flowers Norridge Catering: food was done in house by Venuti's
Rylee | Children's Photography | Yorkville, IL
Little Rylee was such fun to be around! We headed to a forest preserve to capture some 2 year photos for her.
Catherine & Joe | Married | Lake Forest, IL
You may remember Catherine & Joe from their lovely beach engagement session, or maybe their feature on Bride meets Wedding. They married at Lake Forest College, where their relationship began. Their wedding day was filled with so much love and joy! Take a peek at some of my favorite images from their day.
I adore moments captured during the first look <3
After the first look they exchanged letters.
Some of Catherine's students came by to give her their gifts. It was so sweet!
We took a stroll around campus during cocktail hour for a few shots of the newlyweds
I love these next few images of Catherine's dad and uncles serenading her!
And of course, I had to include some of my photo booth favorites!
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Flowers :
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Dress :
Joe's Suit : Suits 20/20
Bridesmaids dresses : Etsy (It was an infinity dress so the girls got to decide how they wanted to wrap the dress)
Cake:
Sarah & Jake | Engaged | Morton Arboretum
I'm so excited to share this session! Sarah and Jake are SO much fun to be around! Hanging out with them last week made me so much more excited to shoot their wedding this fall!
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Sarah & Jake, thanks for being so awesome! See you in October!!
Yorkville Maternity Photographer | Kristina
One of my very dear friends, Kristina came for a visit last weekend. She is due with a baby girl this December, so we decided to go do some maternity photos.
Seriously, how gorgeous is she?
Sophia, I can't wait to meet you!!! <3
Marissa & TJ | Engaged | Wheaton, IL
I had such a blast with Marissa and TJ last week! We met up at Cantigny Park for some engagement photos.
I am so excited to photograph their wedding this fall!
Chicago headshot photographer | Nicki
Meet Nicki! Super down to earth, sweet and funny! Not to mention an awesomely talented photographer.
We met through a local photography group, and when she asked if I would do her head shots I was thrilled! Slightly nervous, but thrilled nonetheless. Here are a few favorites from the session.
Newberry Library Wedding | Christina & Alana | Chicago, IL
I have been looking forward to this wedding for a long time! Ever since Christina and Alana's ENGAGEMENT SESSION I knew their wedding day would be magical.
Take a peek at some of my favorite images of the day.
One o f my favorite ring shots of all time. How adorable is that Mrs & Mrs box?
Next we headed to the lake for some pictures
And then the Wrigley building for some bridal party photos
This is what I love about having a second shooter. Same moment, two perspectives! Thanks, BJ!
Love this moment I secretly captured right after the ceremony!
I had to share this photo of Alana's parents. Too adorable!
Then we ended the night with some night portraits!
Christina & Alana, it was truly an honor to capture your day. I loved getting to know you two!! <3
Second Photographer: BJ
Venue: Newberry Library
Caterer: D'Absolute Events and Catering
Hair: Adam Bogucki
Christina's make-up: Adam Bogucki
Alana's make-up: Julia Joyce
Wedding Dress: Craigslist
Florist: Beth Koeing 773.263-1855
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Vicky & Jesse | Engaged | Schauburg, IL
Meet Vicky & Jesse!
They are getting married next July.
We headed out to a farm out in Schaumburg that provided us with some beautiful scenery and light.
Here are a few of my favorites from their engagement session!
Erica & Scott | Arlington Park Race Track Engagement
I had a great time with Erica and Scott during their engagement session! They decided to go with Arlington Park Race Track because it's a very special place for them (not to mention beautiful!). Erica's family has horses that race there and have been going frequently for many years!
How cool that the mascot had a Batman cape... and Scott just so happened to be wearing his Batman shirt!
Erica, you are so gorgeous!
Can't wait to see you guys again in September!!
Lauren & Jeremy | Hoosier Grove Barn Wedding | Streamwood, IL
If you follow the blog, you are familiar with this adorable couple. Lauren & Jeremy's wedding day was nothing short of amazing. I'm so excited to show you these images!
(Click HERE to view their engagement session)
Lauren, you are stunning!
Right after the first look <3
How stylish is this bridal party??
Lauren wanted individuals of her bridal party. I think these are so fun!!
After dinner we snuck out for a few more portraits...
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Lauren & Jeremy, Congratulations once again. I had a blast capturing your day!!
Second Photographer: Kate Fredrick
Church: First Baptist Church of Elgin
Reception: Hoosier Grove Barn / Facebook
Catering: Uncle Bubs BBQ
Wedding Cake & Assorted Desserts: Cocoa Bean
Flowers: Lisa Mola-Blooms & Bliss Floral & Event Design
Hair: Maggie Cambora
Make up: Sarah Weinstein
Wedding Dress: Veils & Tales
Bridesmaids skirts: Frill Clothing
Bridesmaid Shirts: The Limited
KC & Brian | Married | Gurnee, IL
KC & Brian are two of the most down to earth, sweetest people you'll ever meet!
They married at St. Paul the Apostle in Gurnee, IL, and then celebrated with dinner and dancing at European Crystal Banquets.
They were all such troopers!! It was raining on and off all day and everyone just rolled with it. :)
Above is the one I previewed that night on my Instagram
KC & Brian, it was such an honor to be part of your day! I wish you guys nothing but the best!
Second Photographer: Chrissy Deming
Flowers: Trellis Florist
Hair: Alberta Mendoza
Make Up: Sarah Rillon
Dresses: House of Brides
Guys Suits: Black Tie Formal
DJ: Charizma Entertainment
Venue/Catering:
The F Family | Family Photography | Oswego IL
It was so nice to see this family again! I photographed Rob & Kassie's wedding last Fall. Click HERE to view their dreamy wedding photos.
We headed over to a beautiful place by the Fox River for some family photos. We lucked out with the weather, it was such a beautiful day!
Also, Kassie is a personal trainer in the Plainfield area. To get more information check out her website HERE.
The boys were having a blast skipping rocks by the Fox River!
I LOVE how much the boys adore their baby sister! What a lucky girl!
Kassie & Rob, it was great seeing your beautiful family again!!
Tim & Andrea | Engaged | Lisle, IL
Meet Tim and Andrea.
I am lucky enough to be documenting their wedding this September. We headed to The Morton Arboretum for some engagement photos.
Tim knows exactly what to say to make Andrea laugh!!
Andrea looks so fierce here!
Two Brothers Roundhouse Wedding Photography | Ann & Nick | Aurora, IL
I loved working with Ann & Nick. They are so sweet and incredibly adorable together. You can check out their engagement session HERE
Ann, you are stunning!
They did not want to see each other before the ceremony, so they exchanged their cards around a corner. I love these next few images!
After the ceremony, we headed to Cantigny Park for a few shots.
These guys were so much fun!!
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Reception Venue and Food : Two Brothers Roundhouse
Flowers: Phillips in Westmont
Cake: The Cakery
Dresses: David's Bridal
Hair: Mary Dituri, SASS in Orland Park
Make up: Karen Mena, The Loft Salon in Plainfield
Second Photographer: BJ
Mommy Meets Baby Feature!
I'm so excited to have Mommy Meets Baby feature my photos of Bella on the site!
To view the full feature click HERE
Catherine & Joe | Engaged | Lake Forest, IL
Meet Catherine and Joe. I am fortunate enough to photograph them again for their wedding this August!
They were such troopers, it was SO cold and windy that morning! On the bright side, they did get to snuggle a lot to keep warm, and Catherine has the most AMAZING wind hair I've ever seen.
You'll see what I mean in a minute ;)
See this spot? This is where Joe proposed! Well done, Joe!!
See what I mean below? So obsessed with that hair!
See you two in August!!!
Christina and Alana | Engaged | Chicago, IL
I'm so excited to share Christina & Alana's sunrise engagement session!
I know what you are thinking... why in the world would someone want to do a session at 5am? Well, I'd say that 90% of my sessions in downtown Chicago are at sunrise, or pretty close to it. I am able to get shots with beautiful soft light without having to worry about other people in the background of my photos; which is usually the case in the evening. My clients are awesome enough to trust me when it comes to things like this. ;) Although, this time, it was the other way around. Christina and Alana were the ones who suggested a sunrise session. This was the spot where they had their first date. Christina invited Alana to go watch the sunrise with her over Lake Michigan, and the rest is history. I absolutely love it when couples choose locations that are part of their story. And, let's face it, this setting so romantic!
Then the sun peeked out from behind the clouds and allowed me to capture this beautiful silhouette!
And then, five minutes later, because it's Chicago... it rained! But we went with it!!
Kissing in the (sunny?) rain... Seriously, how could you not love these two?
Then we walked back to the harbor for a few more shots.
Christina & Alana, I can't WAIT to see you two in a couple of months for your wedding!