Metropolis Ballroom Wedding | Tom & Laura | Arlington Heights Wedding

A classic Metropolis ballroom wedding captured by Arlington Heights wedding photographer, Ashley Hamm photography. Laura & Tom's adventure began years ago after discovering their love and passion for books! From one of their first outings at the Arlington Heights Public Library to collecting books from their travels across the world together, these two have written a one-of-a-kind amazing love story! From Laura's amazing book-inspired bouquets to their favorite books as centerpieces and decor, their Metropolis Ballroom wedding day was full of beautiful details and moments with their loved ones that are truly special. It was an honor to capture this colorful day!

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The Greatest Show | The Everyday Mom Life

If you aren’t following along with Rachel Quenzer of The Everyday Mom Life, there’s still plenty of time left in the day! When Rachel connected with me to capture her little ones birthday party with a very special theme in mind, I jumped at the opportunity!

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Grand Lake Wedding | Debbie & Jake

The first time I met this beautiful bride was in 8th grade! We met in choir class and all I remember from that day was her amazing voice. It lit up a room and had an absolutely amazing smile to match. Over the years we shared a friendship and that will always truly be near and dear to my heart! Fast forward a few years down the road, Debbie shared with me that she had met someone special. From the moment I met Jake and saw the way Debbie looked at him, I knew that this man was truly the one for her and her amazing heart.

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Evergreen Mountain Family Portrait Session

I first met this beautiful mom of two in high-school years (way too many years ago, let's just leave it at that) ago! On my recent trip to Denver, we had the opportunity to catch up and to capture her sweet little family high in the mountains of Evergreen, Colorado!

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Cantigny Engagement Session | Kara & Mitch

Happy Friday folks! This past week I had the best time with Mitch, Kara and their sweet puppy Cooper at their engagement session at Lilacia Park and Cantigny Park!

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East Bank Club Wedding | Giovanna & Brendan

Giovanna & Brendan met and fell in love in high-school in the halls of St. Ignatius! When it came to their wedding day, they tied in their gorgeous alma-mater for their first look and ceremony before celebrating with their family and friends at the East Bank Club!

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Red Rocks Park Engagement Session | Becca & Charlie

I had such an amazing time with Becca, Charlie, and their sweet puppy Booger at Red Rocks Amphitheater earlier this week for a fun couples session!

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Hyatt Lodge at McDonald's Campus Wedding | Meredith & Brett

I had so much fun celebrating these two on their wedding day at the Hyatt Lodge at McDonald's Campus last weekend! From their adorable first look to sharing moments with their bridal party of close friends and loved ones, their wedding day was an honor to capture!

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Rocky Mountain Engagement Session | Samantha & Diego

This week has been full of so many lovely adventures in my home away from home, Colorado! The stars aligned and I was lucky enough to catch up with Samantha & Diego for their engagement session in Rocky Mountain National Park!

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Flossmoor Wedding Shower | Taco 'Bout Love

On a perfect summer day at their parents’ home, Erika and Omar celebrated their upcoming Las Vegas wedding surrounded by their close family and friends. With games and delicious homemade tamales by Omar’s grandmother, it was a wonderful family event to capture.

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Arlington Heights Senior Portrait Session | Madelyn

With the spring refusing to show its face, Madelyn's mother and I had to get a little creative with our plans for her senior portrait session! With its lush backdrops of flowers and exotic plant and perfect light, I always love visiting the Chicago Botanical Gardens in Glencoe!

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Chicago Lifestyle Engagement Session | Laura & Jacob

Hello wedding season 2018! To kick off some of the winter blues, I had the BEST time photographing Jacob & Laura's engagement session at their Logan Square home with their sweet puppy Rosie!

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Love in New Orleans | Meryl & Deb

Perhaps it's the warm weather, or maybe it's the beignets, but New Orleans is always such a beautiful city to visit and capture love stories! The smells, the beignets (I feel like I mentioned them already but they really are so goooooood) the gorgeous greenery and the classic French Quarter make this city one of my favorites!

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