T’was the hottest day of the year in Chicago, the trolley’s AC broke, and yet Mia and Preston couldn’t look happier. It tells you a lot about them to know that their first concern was not for themselves, the photos, or the timeline, but wanting to make sure their wedding party was feeling fine in […]
Kalea & Sam’s golden hour summer engagement photos at Sand Key Beach in Clearwater, FL was unforgettable. These two were one of the easiest couple’s I’ve had in front of the camera and it shows. They were so in love it was like photographing models. The Florida sunset just outside of Tampa was like liquid […]
Haley and Rafael got married on a hot September day at my favorite wedding venue: The Standard on State in Rockford IL. Their wedding day was classic and sophisticated, with pops of pink and crystal chandeliers. Their beautiful day had so many romantic and sentimental moments – Haley sharing tears getting ready with mom and […]
Working together with the best team of local vendors, we put together an amazing wedding styled shoot at the Creek Bend Nature Center (LeRoy Oaks) in St Charles! Our amazing friends hosted a mobile coffee cart, we had the most beautiful (and delicious) cupcakes, and of course our bride and groom for the day! Check […]
Karen was the most glowing expecting momma for her maternity photos during the spring in Crystal Lake! Veterans Acres is one of my favorite outdoor locations and its such a beautiful location for maternity photos before their little one arrives! Her maternity outfits were a floral jumpsuit for the first look and a pink maxi […]
You’ve got the man, you’ve got the ring, and now you are planning your dream wedding! The Pinterest Boards are filling up and now you’re trying to plan and create a wedding day that fits both your personalities! There are a million little choices to make, and you don’t want your wedding to feel like […]
Dee & Doug’s intimate wedding was only a few hours long with about 15 guests, but it was one of the most personal, detailed and special weddings I’ve ever been to. A wedding dress borrowed from her daughter’s closet. A circle of friends quite literally surrounding them while they pledged their lives to one another. […]
Bryaden is turning two and his mom and day wanted to celebrate with family photos at Dieke Park in Huntley to capture their growing boy! It was a beautiful, sunny summer day to photograph the three of them playing in the park, and it’s one of my favorite family sessions to date! Brayden loves garbage […]
