Lia and Tye’s wedding day was all about one thing: joy! 4.29.23 When I think of Lia and Tye’s wedding, I am immediately brought back to a gorgeous spring day in Chicago. Lia and Tye were so happy to spend the day together; their joy was contagious. Lacuna Lofts was the perfect venue for them, […]

What’s better than a gothic-style wedding with your best friends and family at a Michelin star restaurant? 10.14.23 Alicia and Shane’s wedding was every goth girl’s dream. It’s no surprise that I love a nontraditional vibe, and their day was just perfect. Shane got ready at home with his groomsmen, while Alicia and her bridesmaids […]

Laura and Greg celebrated with a gorgeous church ceremony followed by the most fun reception at Fitzgerald’s in Berwyn 10.7.23 When I had my first call with Laura, the first thing I noticed was how excited she was to marry Greg. Sure, she was looking forward to the wedding day, but more than anything, she […]

Kam and Michael decided to have their wedding at their favorite brewery, surrounded by their chosen family and friends! 8.5.23 If you were to ask me what the most important part of your wedding is, I would give you the same answer every time: make sure your wedding matches who you are as a couple. […]

This couple started their elopement in a stunning hotel, then we took perfect fall photos in Millennium Park! 11.22.23 I get asked this a lot: “How do we make our courthouse wedding extra special? We’re not sure what to do.” For those who decide to elope at the courthouse, it can feel a bit daunting […]

A beautiful vow renewal at the Ambassador on a Chicago winter day! 12.2.23 When Jamie reached out to me in search of a photographer, I asked her all about the details of her wedding. Turns out, it wasn’t a traditional wedding, but a surprise vow renewal for her husband Kalin! The couple was flying in […]

Backyard portraits & bowling alleys make for the perfect DIY wedding! 10.21.23 I want to start this by saying one thing: I love love LOVE when people create their wedding to fit their personalities. If you don’t want to get married at a trendy venue or on a suburban golf course, don’t do it! If […]

The Garfield Park Conservatory is a literal dream spot for your proposal! 7.1.23 I have shot so many proposals, and I’ve said it before: I get so nervous and excited knowing that someone is about to ask their partner to marry them! When Eliza emailed me asking if I could help plan her proposal to […]

There is something truly special about being in love at 5am 6.13.22 I am so not a morning person. Period. But, when Syd and Bailey said they wanted to do a sunrise engagement session at sunrise on the lake, I set my alarm for 4:30am and didn’t need a single drop of caffeine to wake […]

The artsy queer proposal of my dreams! 11.25.22 I’ve mentioned this before, but proposals are so exciting for me! You cannot repeat any moment-it’s the most candid, real reaction you will get from a couple, and you have to be 100% ready and prepared to capture the moment. It can get a little tricky when […]