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Oak Forest backyard wedding reception

Can you have a baby milestone session, family portraits, extended family portraits, and wedding photos all in one day? When all the stars align, the answer is yes—and that’s just what happened with Sarah, Joe, and their sweet baby, Elle. This beautiful backyard wedding reception was a dream. I first met Sarah and Joe back in March […]

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Intimate Venue 5126 wedding photographed by Meg Adamik Creative

There are some days you just don’t want to end. Petra & Marissa’s intimate Venue 5126 wedding was one of those days—the kind that leaves your cheeks sore from smiling (and maybe from a couple of teary moments you didn’t see coming). I walked onto the grounds that morning, camera bag bumping against my hip. […]

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London House Chicago Cupola Wedding

Some couples look forward to a wedding day with 200 people, confetti cannons, or a cake big enough to feed a small army. And if that’s you, I’m here for it! Let the celebration begin! But for other couples, their love stories are written in quiet corners, surrounded by a close-knit group of people, with […]

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summer wedding ideas

Some weddings stay with you long after the last dance, and Effie and Ryan’s summer celebration at Boxed and Burlap Coffeehouse & Event Venue in Delavan, Wisconsin, was one of those unforgettable days. From the moment you stepped onto the property, you could feel it. This wasn’t just a wedding; it was a love story brought to […]

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Lurie Garden wedding portraits

When couples like Erin and Kyle decide to celebrate their love in an intimate, intentional way, I can’t help but fall head over heels for every detail of their wedding day. These two planned a stunning Chicago micro wedding at Garfield Park Conservatory surrounded by only their closest family and friends. They followed their vows […]

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wedding at The Arbory

I just have to showcase this gorgeous fall wedding at The Arbory before the season ends and we head into the winter holidays. These two were so easy to celebrate. Kelsey and Michael are easygoing, fun-loving, and very much in love. I had so much fun getting ready with them on their special day and […]

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intimate publishing house B&B chicago wedding

Remember AJ and Justin’s heart-tugging engagement session at Morton Arboretum this summer? Well, their big day finally arrived, and it was all I envisioned and more for this contagiously happy couple. AJ and Justin had the most beautiful, intimate ceremony at Publishing House Bed & Breakfast, followed by a divine four-course meal with 35 of their closest family and […]

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Parson's chicken chicago wedding

Have you ever considered hosting a wedding at a fun local venue like Parson’s Chicken Chicago? After seeing this wedding, you just might change your mind! Emily is my best friend’s little sister. I met Claire in college (my ΑΞΔ SISTAH! ❤️☀️), and she’s been stuck with me ever since. I was thrilled that Emily and […]

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