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All I can say about Kelsey and Alex’s engagement session is wow! Not actually, as that would make this a pretty short article, but seriously, WOW. Joining Kelsey and Alex in Chicago and exploring the Windy City while snapping their engagement photos was such a treat. I honestly can’t wait for their wedding day to […]

Late Night Engagement Photos in Downtown Chicago | Kelsey and Alex

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With winter being pretty much in full swing here in Chicago, I’m keeping warm by reliving some of my favorite moments from this fall. One of my favorites is Amy and Brandon’s elegant and beautiful wedding at the Tied House Restaurant in Chicago. From their fun and family focused portraits at North Avenue Beach (which […]

Elegant Wedding at the Tied House Restaurant in Chicago | Amy and Brandon

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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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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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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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GUYS. I cannot say enough about AJ and Ali’s beautiful day. In the whole planning process, they were so intentional about making sure they could be fully present with each other and their loved ones. Every detail was so perfect for them: they chose Destihl Brewery as their wedding venue (the ideal setting for their […]

Wedding at the Destihl Brewery in Normal, Illinois | Ali and Aj

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