On a sunny, July morning, Eileen got ready in her childhood bedroom with mom by her side. After the jewelry was fastened and perfume added, Dad came up to see his beautiful daughter for the first time in her wedding dress. Eileen’s mother looked on with pride. It was one of my many favorite moments of their incredible day. Right before we left the room, Dad knelt down to help Eileen put on her wedding shoes. Behind every incredible bride are parents who loved and sacrificed so much. Eileen and Nick were married at St. Mary’s in Elm Grove, Wisconsin and the beautiful mass had an extra special e ..read more

Choosing the Catholic Church for your wedding mass is decision that sets the tone for your special day. For couples seeking a sacred and traditional ceremony, the vibrant city of Chicago, Illinois, offers a multitude of stunning Catholic churches to enter into the Sacrament of marriage! As Chicago Catholic wedding photographers we approach the sacred moments of your Catholic wedding mass with the utmost respect and artistry. In this guide, we’ve compiled a list of the best Catholic churches in Chicago, each offering a unique blend of architectural beauty, historical significance, and spi ..read more

Photographing a wedding at The Sweetest Heart of Mary has been on my list for someone time now. When Maddie and Brian inquired with me I was thrilled at the possibility to visit such an iconic church. When we walked into Sweetest Heart, Tom looked at me and said, ” I think this is the most beautiful church I have ever been in!” We could have spent hours looking around the church and documenting it’s beauty. One of our favorite parts of their Catholic wedding mass was when everyone in the church knelt and chanted The Litany of The Saints. With incense and the bright June sunshine peaking throug ..read more

The vibrant city of Indianapolis, Indiana, boasts a rich tapestry of Catholic churches, each with its own unique charm and history. Selecting the ideal church for your catholic wedding is personal decision that can significantly enhance the sacredness and beauty of your special day. Whether you are a local bride or planning your celebration from afar, this post will explore some of the most beautiful and popular Catholic churches in Indianapolis for your Catholic wedding mass. SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral: Location: 1347 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46202 This iconic cathedral stands as a m ..read more

2023 was the year where I really started to search and crave a deeper purpose as a photographer. The photography industry, while generally quite encouraging and supportive, can be very overwhelming. Each time you open your app there are thousands upon thousands of talented photographer’s work at your fingertips. Every scroll leads to a more beautiful and grand wedding or glamorous engagement session. Occasionally, I have found Instagram to be a source of inspiration but more times than I would like to admit it has left me with envious and jealous thoughts. I would click off the app feeling lik ..read more

What a glorious evening we had for Erica and Steve’s downtown Chicago engagement photos! This sweet couple met online and it didn’t take long for them to realize that God’s hand was in their meeting. The saying “When you know, you know” really is true! Erica and Steve live in Chicago and love spending time in the Windy City so we couldn’t think of a better place to take their engagement photos. We started their session near the Wrigley Building and Dusable Bridge, you can’t get more Chicago that than! Steve and Erica looked so classy in white and navy which made them pop against the historic C ..read more

I was so excited when Brooke and Eben’s schedules matched up with my trip to Milwaukee for their late fall engagement session along Milwaukee’s stunning lakefront. Brooke and Eben were champions, waking up before sunrise and braving the chilly, fall air. Even though we didn’t get the sunrise we hoped for, the light was still soft and beautiful, really making the sweet couple pop against the cloudy skies. We started their session along the lakefront path and later walked around near some of my favorite spots surrounding the iconic Milwaukee Art Museum. City engagements always will have a specia ..read more

What a gorgeous afternoon we had for Kylen and Jordan’s Newfield’s engagement photos a few weeks back! Kylen and Jordan are currently long-distance so it was a treat to be able to spend some time with them during their quick visit to Indianapolis. I know rare and special that time is together as an ex-long distance fiance myself. Kylen and Jordan’s love story began at a party, where set up by a mutual friend. After exchanging numbers and a few dates later, the rest was history! I went to school with Kylen so when she reached out about photography, I was so honored and thrilled that she was int ..read more

When Becky first inquired, she explained their vision for the wedding day was a blend of their upbringings. Specifically, English Rose meets Midwest American BBQ! Becky grew up in England and moved with her family to the East Coast while in school. She met Sean at work in Boston where they both went to college. Both talented creatives in the design and lighting fields, every detail was planned to perfection. Their wedding day was the perfect fusion of their vision and the entire day just felt like a floral-filled family reunion! Becky is a talented designer and seamstress and custom altered he ..read more

Cristina and Joshua’s classy and elegant downtown Chicago engagement photos quickly became one of my favorite sessions of the year! I say this all of the time but getting the chance to meet couples in person before their wedding day is so valuable to me as a photographer but also because it feels like you get to meet two new friends! Cristina and Joshua met online and have been in a long-distance relationship for most of their time together. Joshua is a firefighter in Indiana and Cristina is a software engineer in Chicago so they love any chance they get to visit each other. The city of Chicag ..read more