Last winter I had the pleasure of joining the incredible Andria Lindquist at one of her boudoir workshops in Seattle! I had been following her wedding work for a long time, and her starting to do boudoir photography was what inspired me to try it myself So it was quite the dream fulfilled to learn from the master. I flew out there and spent 2 incredible days with her and 15 or so other incredible women- it was the best. We learned a ton, and also got to do some amazing shoots with stunning models at the Ace Hotel, and then also at Humano Studios. At every shoot Andria encouraged us to try new ..read more

Creating bridal boudoir & wedding inspiration shoots is one of my most favorite things to do! Writing about them? Not so much haha. I am 1000% a visual person/artist and not great at writing down my reasoning behind a shoot or analyzing it too much, so I’m not going to try to! This shoot was the combo of some of Chicago’s most talented wedding professionals, and I think the photos speak for themselves So take a look at this bridal boudoir & wedding inspiration and be inspired yourself <3 The team!⁠ Photography: @ladybirdportraits⁠ Make-up: @giselledozierartistry⁠ Hair:&nb ..read more

A fun, chic, Chicago elopement with a dog!? I don’t think you’re quite ready for how perfect Susan & Jesse’s elopement was Seriously though, when I first showed up at the DePaul chapel on their big day, I was thrilled! These two looking like this and their unreal pup (with a floral collar!?)? Perfection. We started the afternoon off with their heartfelt ceremony where they officially became husband and wife! Then we did some family photos, and were off. Susan & Jesse had many locations in Chicago that were meaningful to them, so we went to them all and took adorable photos at each spo ..read more

Oh how I love a studio Chicago maternity session! Especially when both parents to be are involved, like Kenia & Sonia were in this beautiful, soft, romantic session. I met these two cuties on a winter morning at my studio, and we had an amazing time capturing the excitement they were both feeling as almost parents for the first time. The vibe was editorial, peaceful & loving, which is perfect for a maternity session. I loved all of their outfits, and all the flowers they brought- it really added that extra pop to the photos, especially since they were having a boy and brought blue flow ..read more

This elegant San Francisco elopement is definitely one to remember! I was born & raised in the Bay Area, and as much as I love living in Chicago, whenever I go home to visit my family, I try to shoot as much as possible because ugh, it’s just so darn gorgeous in San Francisco! So when I asked around for anyone in the area who needed photos, I was so excited when Jihee & Adam reached out! They recently did a very small elopement in LA, but didn’t have any photos taken, so this was a perfect excuse for them to dress up again and photograph their marriage! We met on a perfect winter day ..read more

Are you ready for this winter wedding inspiration editorial? I don’t think so Because it’s stunning! I met up with the always amazing team over at Tamara Makeup & Hair Artistry ⁠at my old studio, along with some other incredibly talented vendors & this adorable couple (seriously, how beautiful are these two!?) and we made some wedding inspiration magic. The best thing about winter as a photographer (besides getting some rest after a busy summer/fall season!) is getting to put together shoots just for fun. I go crazy when I don’t get to shoot for myself and be as creative as I wan ..read more

When my past bride Sammy contacted me about doing a Chicago maternity session, I knew it would be a good one! Her & Sean’s wedding was stunning, so obviously this session would be wonderful too- plus I was so excited for them! I love photographing my past wedding clients during different phases of life We met up at my old studio (still so sad to say “old studio”!! I miss it!!) and when I saw the bunches of tulle and flowers they were carrying, I was READY. The goal was dreamy and editorial, and I’d say we nailed it. I was able to sneak in a few film shots as well, and they are honestly mo ..read more

This Museum of Science & Industry engagement session is for all you couples who love sunset photos & a huge variety of poses! Arielle, Ryan & I met up on a stunning fall evening for their engagement session, and wow was it perfect. Arielle let me know off the bat that they wanted an editorial vibe with lots of poses- I love when people tell me if they have a specific look in mind! It can be so helpful to know the vibe right away, so I get you exactly the photos you’re looking for We spent the entire shoot wandering around one of my favorite photoshoot locations in Chicago, the Mus ..read more

Amanda & Kyle’s super chic downtown Chicago elopement is definitely one of my favorite sessions ever! Like seriously, my jaw actually dropped when we first met up at Chicago City Hall when I saw what they were wearing- how cute are they!? Amanda’s dress/cape situation and those feather shoes!? And Kyle’s sharp suit?? A fashion dream. Plus, you know, they like, really seemed to like each other a bit, which was, pretty cute We started the morning with a quick ceremony at City Hall, then went outside for some family photos. Then we took off around the city to some of my favorite photo locati ..read more

Is there anything better than a Lincoln Park proposal!? Especially on a perfectly sunny evening with an adorable & chic couple? I think not! Jack contacted me about capturing his proposal to Macey, and when he said it would be in Lincoln Park near the zoo, I knew it would be amazing. This is such a classic spot in the city and easily my most requested places to shoot! Makes sense right? You get it all- city views, the pond, so much stunning nature… All in one and all beautiful. We planned to meet up at the Bridge Over South Pond on a gorgeous fall evening, and I pretended to play tourist t ..read more