Hailey and Dennis had to replan and envision several different versions of their wedding thanks for covid. But the reschedules and new plans were so worth the wait! When they got to have their big wedding celebration it was everything they could have wanted and more <3 While it was such a stunning day my absolute favorite part was the joining of their families. Their daughters from both sides were so entwined in the day. It was beautiful! I love watching not just couples uniting but families too. And it was clear this family was full of so much love. Congratulations Hailey and Dennis!! You ..read more

Cassie and Shaan had such an incredible day full of such special moments details!! Like a photobooth at their reception space or the photos that played during their first dances. Or when Cassie shared her father-daughter dance with her step-dad who was never really considered anything but Dad. That had me in tears! Or when Shaan asked Cassie’s mom to have a dance. Ugh. I am tearing up just thinking about it! I also loved how we ended the day with a photo of Cassie and Teresa who was a past bride of mine! And we ended their night with a photo from their wedding with the two of them. Full circle ..read more

Can I love these two any more?? Always such a dream working with kristy and Andy!! Especially on their maternity session. Now they are coming up on almost a year of being parents with their sweet little girl. And I am still obsessed with their mini session photos from Lilacia Park in Lombard ..read more

Every year I offer my very favorites sessions of the year - Lilacia Park minis! It is just MAGICAL there. And usually every year we go early to scope out spots. And of course take a few of our own family photos ..read more

Is there anything better than adorable twins exploring a garden in the midst of the city on a very warm May day? Loved chasing after these two through Lurie Gardens with views of the city in the back ..read more

There is just something SO beautiful about black and white images from family sessions <3 ..read more

I just love Christina and Matt!! From the moment they got out of their car, I knew we were going to be friends. They made their day so uniquely them, tying in their love of dungeons and dragons as well as renaissance fairs throughout. Not to mention, the Jacob Henry Mansion is just such an awesome venue. SO much character. It was the perfect backdrop for their day. I also really loved the small backyard wedding vibes that little courtyard gave with their string lights and patio furniture. People could hangout under the string lights for the reception or they could go in the little reception sp ..read more

Family sessions at home are the best. It is where kids feel the comfiest. It is also super special to be able to document moments of you in your home. Whether you live for another year or you live there forever, you will always have these photos to look back on <3 ..read more

I love a good City Hall wedding!! So much fun helping Courtney and Mike celebrate and capture those just married feelings as we explored the area around City Hall and the Riverwalk. If you haven’t been inside City Hall in Chicago it is just gorgeous so it makes the perfect backdrop for those getting married. Not to mention it was a stunning day outside! One of my favorite days of 2023. I could do City Hall weddings everyday <3 ..read more

Rosa and Matt were married at The Arbory and holy wow what an awesome day. They wanted to just throw their loved ones a good party to celebrate the joining of two families and I would say mission accomplished. Good drinks, amazing food, such a cool venue and live dance performances. But really one of my very favorite parts was the two families becoming one. Matt and his three sons welcomed Rosa and her son into their lives so beautifully (and vice versa) during the ceremony. I especially loved the speeches that Rosa and Matt wrote to each other’s kids. Rosa and Matt it was so special being a p ..read more