Hi everyone! It's the first blog of 2025, welcome welcome! I had to start with one of my favorite February engagement sessions with Ashton, Dan + their sweet golden retriever Harley! I couldn't have asked for a brighter day at Busse Woods for Dan + Ashton's Busse Woods engagement!
Read MoreThere’s something truly magical about summer senior sessions, and this one at Vehe Farm in Deer Park was no exception! Vehe Farm is one of my absolute favorite places to photograph senior sessions, and it’s easy to see why, with the wildflowers in bloom across the fields of golden hour light!
Read MoreBrittany + Christian! Two cuties are in love with each other and their wonderful neighborhood, the colorful West Loop! The day was perfect, starting with our first stop at The Hoxton, where they had their first date!
This little gem of a neighborhood has so many colorful murals, restaurants, and spots for photos, it's truly one of my favorite spots for an engagement session!
Read MoreIt was truly the best "this is not a wedding reception" party for Brad + Vita! With their closest friends, Vita + Brad gathered their favorites at Pizza Lobo for a night of delicious pizza, beers, and some epic roasts + toasts of the couple!
Read MorePatrick + Joe! From our first initial phone call, I truly just ADORED these two! From their amazing personalities shining through their engagement session to their wedding day vision, my journey with these two was 10/10! Their wedding day began with an intimate and heartfelt ceremony at North Park in downtown Arlington Heights followed by an incredible reception at Cooper’s Hawk!
Read MoreIt's year two with this adorable family and for their session, we went to one of my favorite Evanston photo locations! I am all for locations with greenery, wildflowers, and the beach! I just love their girls' matching dresses, and of course, I am all for special friends and stuffies joining us on our adventures! Here are just a few of my favorites from their Evanston family session!
I just love their girls' matching dresses, and of course, I am all for special friends and stuffies joining us on our adventures! Here are just a few of my favorites from their Evanston family session!
Read MoreA huge thank you to the amazing staff at The Goethe Institute in Chicago for allowing me the opportunity to capture their wonderful grand re-opening in their new space! This event included German trivia, music by Honestly Same, on-demand poetry by The Traveling Typist, and a welcome by the German Ambassador to the U.S. Andreas Michaelis.
Read MoreIf there's one event I not only look forward to each year but have always wanted to capture as a Chicago event photographer, it's been the one and only NeoCon! Held in the iconic Merchandise Mart, NeoCon has been the premier event for commercial interior designers since 1969! This year, I had the opportunity to capture the beautiful showroom of Global Furniture Group! It was smiles all around, incredible design concepts, and delicious catering for this incredible Chicago event! Here are just some of my favorites.
Read MoreA sweet little babe is in bloom! It was such an honor to capture Nicole's beautiful baby-in-bloom floral + blush baby shower at their home in Glenview! Their gorgeous baby shower included a build-your-own flower bar, a champagne wall, wildflower seeds, customized cookies, and games!
Read MoreIt was a perfect day for a stunning baby shower at Gibson's Italia in downtown Chicago! Mark + Teresa celebrated their growing family by hosting a lovely baby shower with linens from BBJ Tavola, florals and decor from Taylor & Co Event Design, a delicious menu from Gibson's Italia, and fun games for their loved ones to enjoy!
Read MoreFirst, a huge thank you to Women's Midlife Retreats for allowing me the opportunity to photograph the joy of this wonderful women's retreat held at the beautiful Knollwood Club in Lake Forest. It was a morning full of amazing discussions on health, menopause, finances, and breathing/yoga exercises with a holistic approach and wonderful speakers!
Read MoreWhen it comes to weddings at The Morton Arboretum, Shauna + Eric held the wedding of their colorful dreams surrounded by their family and friends at the beautiful Meadow Lake Pointe and reception at the White Pine Pavilion.
Read MorePhotographing this fantastic Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center awards breakfast was a true highlight! As a Schaumburg corporate event photographer, I strive to balance creativity with professionalism, capturing candid and authentic moments while maintaining a corporate image.
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