Kevin & Kristen and their joyous and intimate wedding day at their home surrounded by their wonderful family. The setting was perfect, with the floral arch by Fabbrini's Florals set up in their family's backyard. It was a day filled with joy, love, and the beauty of simplicity.
Read MoreCongratulations to the graduate and cheers to your next adventure! It was an amazing graduation celebration for the newest Chicago doctor with a wonderful event with friends and family.
Read MoreSamantha & Josh. Their beautiful and intimate wedding day at their families' Lake Forest home was a colorful celebration filled with laughter and love. For their first look, Samantha met Josh in their floral-filled backyard and his reaction was touching beyond words. For their ceremony, florals by Katie Ford adorned the fireplace with roses, hydrangeas, and greenery! I loved the outdoor reception, with its blush tones allowing the couple an intimate outdoor dinner. Congratulations to all!
Read MoreChildren love to be creative. Whether it’s finger painting on a Saturday morning or a new spaghetti portrait of the dog, arts and crafts projects are a fantastic way to not only get them to have some fun!
Read MoreNic & Stacy. Fun fact, after these two met they realized they lived less than a mile from each other! From that point on they built their life together with their rescue dog Sampson and trips full of wine, music, and snowboarding. Capturing this beautiful day was being a witness to so many moments, big and small, with two best friends. I loved their first look at Lakeshore East followed by portraits along the Chicago riverwalk and a reception at the stunning LM Studio!
Read MoreA sweet at-home family session captured by Arlington Heights family photographer, Ashley Hamm Photography.
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Read MoreHappy birthday to the sweetest little man, Wyatt! This colorful Palatine family session at Kate's beautiful home was a joy to capture! Could their backyard be any prettier?! The August summer light was perfect, and Wyatt had so many smiles for the camera to celebrate his birthday!
Read MoreKelly & Bryan. Two of the sweetest people and part of one of the most hilariously joyful and loving families! Their beautiful Morton Arboretum wedding day was perfect. From the moment Bryan saw Kelly for their first look under the pavilion, I don’t think anyone could hold back their tears. Their ceremony held at Meadow Lake was a perfect summer day followed by a floral-filled reception in the Gingko Room.
Read MoreOne of my favorite things about being a Chicago event photographer is photographing truly unforgettable moments./ The look on Steve's face when he opened the door to his 70th birthday party at RPM Events, was priceless! His family and close friends celebrated in style over the Chicago riverwalk with amazing food and beautiful views.
Happy 70th birthday Steve, and cheers to many more!
I first met Jess & Alla in beautiful Colorado for Jess's sister's wedding and was OVERJOYED when I heard from them for their engagement session at Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary. The night could not have been any prettier, with July in full bloom and the Chicago skyline as the perfect backdrop. The flowers were in full bloom with butterflies joining us on their session! Here are just a few of my favorite images from their engagement session!
Read MoreA huge congratulations to David on his retirement from GTI Energy! It was an amazing event, celebrating all David had accomplished with good wishes for his retirement. Onto your next adventure, and thank you for allowing me to capture your event!
Read MoreJust a few short months away for these two and their wedding day at Makray! It was a gorgeous evening for Brent & Lyndsay’s Chicago riverwalk engagement session where we met at the iconic Wrigley building. These two are so photogenic and are always making each other laugh! I cannot wait for their summer wedding day.
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