I’ve known Kelly, my sister-in-law, for 7 years now and I’ve never seen her happier than with Steve.  The two got engaged back in February and will be married this July, and I just couldn’t be any happier for the both of them!  I jumped at the opportunity to capture them with Chicago as the backdrop and their smiles front and center.

We shot along the Lakefront at the Adler Planetarium and then headed on to 12th street beach – the same spots my husband and I took our engagement photos.  There was laughing, ear to ear smiles, and chatting of wedding details.  It’s so easy to see how special of a relationship Kelly and Steve have, just by looking at the way they laugh together.

We finished up and headed over to Flo and Santos which is where Kelly and Steve had their very first date. I wish that all of my sessions ended with a nice cold beer, a few pierogis, and a slice of pizza!

Congratulations Kelly & Steve – I can’t wait to continue the celebration in July!