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An important piece of your journey as a couple is your engagement, and while it doesn’t normally get the same level of celebration as your wedding day, that doesn’t make it any less special. As such, engagement photos are some of my favorite to document in Chicago. Just like a wedding day, there is a […]

A Guide to Prepare for Your Engagement Photos in Chicago

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More than anything, Rachel and Vail wanted to be present for every precious moment of their wedding in the Chicago suburbs. These two connect SO deeply with the ones they love, so with some creative timeline planning we were able to ensure that they could enjoy every piece of their wedding to the fullest. Follow […]

Summer Wedding in the Chicago Suburbs | Rachel and Vail

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Chicago is a city of immense beauty and character, and as such it’s practically bursting at the seams with amazing locations for wedding portraits. From instantly recognizable and iconic buildings like the Cultural Center, to stunning views of the city skyline at spots like North Avenue Beach, there are so many wonderful options to choose […]

Where to Take Your Wedding Portraits in Chicago

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Fall is a magical time of year to celebrate your love in Chicago. Between the gorgeous autumn leaves, the slightly cooler temperatures, and the beautiful way the sun lights the earth during this season, there is just so much to love. Amy and Logan’s fall wedding at Chicago’s Brookfield Zoo had a little bit of […]

Fall Wedding at Chicago’s Brookfield Zoo | Amy and Logan

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For any bride that finds themselves thinking how stressful and tedious it is to plan a wedding in Chicago, believe me when I say that I see you. There are so many choices to make, details to decide on, and preparation that needs to happen that it can be so simple for decision fatigue to […]

How to Plan a Wedding in Chicago

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As a Chicago wedding photographer who has been a part of the planning process for 100+ weddings, including my own, I can tell you now that this time of life for you is going to fly by. For many of my couples their goal is to have a relaxed wedding day, which is why the […]

10 Things To Do After You Get Engaged, Tips from a Chicago Wedding Photographer

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A wedding is one of the most important celebrations we have in life. It’s the moment where two become one, and where your true journey as a couple begins together. Megan and David knew this, and it was immediately clear just how much this day meant to them. Throughout their destination wedding, it was apparent […]

Stunning Destination Wedding in a Historic Summer Home | Megan and David

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Ali and AJ’s wedding day was a beautiful, passionate, and intentionally crafted celebration. The two put an enormous amount of effort into creating a day where they could be ever present with one another, and with their loved ones there to celebrate their union. From choosing the Destihl Brewery as their wedding venue, to the […]

Romantic Wedding at Destihl Brewery | Ali and Aj

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