Mac and Drea had the dreamiest vow renewal session at the Adler Planetarium at the Museum Campus. Drea booked the session as a surprise to her hubby and requested that it be a sunrise session. Pros of booking a sunrise session are ; no foot traffic , lighting is amazing, sunrise is over the lake so you get a similar vibe as a sunset, you can go to brunch afterwards and you have the whole day to look fabulous. Gifting a photo session is a wonderful idea. I offer gift cards, so the next time you aren’t sure what to get someone, remember me! I offer headshots, engagements, family sessions, brandi ..read more

It was windy, cold and wet, but no amount of grey skies can bring down the day you will say yes to your forever person. Maggie & Wes were from California and in town shopping for a new place to call their own. Wes decided on Olive Park to pop the question. Of course the pup came along too so he could celebrate with a new bandana that declared, “My humans are getting married”. You really can’t go wrong with Olive Park. This hidden but popular park among locals is tucked away behind Navy Pier. The views of the Oak Street Beach are stunning. I always encourage couples to make the proposal uni ..read more

Venue : Renaissance Chicago Hotel | Planner: Wedicity | Florals: Bou K Bridal | Video: Anthony Alanis | DJ: Cage & Aquarium | Photobooth : Pixter Photo Booth | Transportation: Cloud 9 Limos | Rentals: Drape Kings | Bride’s Gown: Aisle Chic | Groom’s Tux: The Black Tux | Invitations: Abundant Invitations JP & Cara had a wonderfully chic wedding in the heart of downtown Chicago at The Renaissance Hotel. The venue is located right next to the riverwalk and we were able to get so many amazing shots that really featured the skyline and the river. JP & Cara had a pandemic wedding that ha ..read more

Planner: Wedicity | Floral: Flowers for Dreams | Venue: Cafe Brauer | Catering: Tigerlily Events | DJ: Standing Ovation | Sweets: Sweet Mandy B’s | Transport: Signature Transportation | Makeup: Shayna Shapiro | Hair : SKJT Salon | Stationer: Painted By Pippa | Photographer: City Savvy Imaging Alex and Caitlin had an iconic Chicago wedding that took place at the one and only Cafe Brauer inside The Lincoln Park Zoo. Cafe Brauer has a rich history that began in 1908. It was originally a restaurant and then later became a field and Boat House. Eventually in 1987 it was purchased by The Lincoln Par ..read more

Venue : Salvage One | Pre-Ceremony Venue: Warwick Allerton | Planner: Bollow Hollow | Band: David Rothstein | Catering : True Cuisine | Transportation : Limotainment | Video : Anthony Alanis | Floral : Kristin Botanic Magic Design It isn’t often that I get to do a traditional Jewish wedding with all the emotional celebrations before the bride and groom meet under the Chuppah. If you haven’t had the chance to be a part of a Jewish ceremony you will get a glimpse of one in this blog. Included in the day of events for Ariel and Joe was The Tish, The Bedeken , The Veiling of The Bride, The Ketubah ..read more

Planner: Wedicity | Venue : Palmer House Hilton Chicago | Florals: VIP Events Decor & Floral Design | Officiant : Weddings by Rev Bill | Live Band : Ring of Music Band & Orchestra | Transportation: Way To Go Trolley & Bus | Hair & Makeup: Makeup By Jacquee | Photo Booth : Fotio Co. I love a Chicago wedding venue with rich history. The Palmer House Hilton is over 150 years old. It was actually a wedding gift to Potter and Bertha Palmer circa 1870. Bertha was a french socialite who decorated the hotel with paintings from her famous friends like Claude Monet. From day one this mas ..read more

Venue : Chicago Illuminating Company | Planner : Big City Bride | Pre-Ceremony Accomodations: Loews Chicago Hotel | Videographer : Old North Film Company | Band: Entourage Chicago Arlen Music | Catering: Boka Catering Group | Live Painter: Jennie Lou Art | Hair : Erin Graham Hair | Makeup Artist: Anjelica Bannos | Floral Design: Flower Firm Patrick and Kaitlyn had a November wedding with some fantastic warm weather. Their wedding was black tie classic and was adorned with traditional white and green simple florals with gold accents. They began the day by getting ready with close friends and fa ..read more

Ask any midwest photographer what their favorite season for sessions is and you will get Fall from 99% of them. THIS IS WHY!!! I have been waiting for a couple to say, you pick the location. Erin & Bobby trusted me and made my wishes come true! I can already say, 10 years from now Ill still be in love with this session. The colors are timeless, classic and bold, just the way I like it. Bobby & Erin are going to have a dreamy wedding at The Palmer House this winter. Im VERY excited for it. The Palmer has been on my venue bucket list for some time. Check back this spring for that blog po ..read more

In times of a COVID pandemic you opt for an adorable micro wedding on your porches. These two handsome gentlemen ( in their dapper blue velvet jackets ) celebrated their marriage vows on the front porch and held their reception on the back deck and it was beautifully done! They made this porch wedding all their own. Some couples opt to stay out of the sight of their guests until the ceremony and start the cocktails after ceremony. A & D went in a different direction and shared a cocktail before the guests arrived and they stood on the front porch and welcomed each guest as they arrived bef ..read more