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The 606 Bucktown Chicago engagement photos

I knew this session would be filled with fun when Sarah and Will grabbed drinks beforehand. In true Chicago fashion, they took shots of Malort to prepare them for our time together—extra giggles always make the photos even better! (If you want a laugh, here’s some comical history on the infamous Chicago liquor by Food & […]

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Even underneath the masks for this pandemic elopement, you could see Chloe and Nick grinning from ear to ear. They say the eyes are the window to the soul, and it’s very fitting for this Chicago City Hall wedding. I’m a romantic at heart, and you really can’t mask love! After they said, “I do,” […]

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This family! You just can’t help but smile when you’re with them. And it’s been an absolute joy to witness their story from the very beginning! Molly and I were sorority sisters in college, and she’s a long-time friend of mine. I shot Molly and Kevin’s engagement session in 2019 and later their wedding day. […]

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Even though this session was late into the fall, we were so lucky to snag the very last of the brilliant Chicago color. Jessica and Michael live in the Lakeview/Lincoln Park area, so taking photos in Lincoln Park was very special to them. They often take their two dogs, Sophie and Melvin, on walks there. […]

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These two have literally traveled the world in their four years together. After meeting while working for United Airlines, they’ve continued their travels hand-in-hand—even adding two dogs and a cat to the mix. Now, most of their adventures are on foot, navigating endless hiking trails and seeking summits wherever they go. Although they hail from […]

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If the winter blues have got you dreaming of a little greenery and sunshine, this gorgeous Arlington Heights wedding in the light and airy Metropolis Ballroom will do the trick. Martina and Grahm tied the knot at the beginning of October, just as the trees started to change. However, their style is beautifully timeless and […]

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Catching a moment when these two are not smiling or laughing is almost impossible. Gia and Quinn’s happiness is infectious, and their Osteria Via Stato wedding day was one I’ll never forget. This energetic crew knows how to live it up! For couples who want wedding photos that authentically reflect the emotions and moments of […]

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glen ellyn branding photographer

What a joy it was to meet Madison and hear about her amazing ventures as a businesswoman during her Glen Ellyn branding session. Amazingly, she’s a fellow Lombardian who lives just around the corner from me! Madison hits the ground running in all her endeavors. From earning her marketing degree to killin’ it in real […]

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