Chicago sunset beach engagement session at North Avenue Beach

Dreamy Sunset Beach Engagement Session – Carly & Paul

What can I say about Carly and Paul? Their dreamy sunset beach engagement session was a reflection of everything they are as a couple: gorgeous, goofy, fun – and SUPER in love. We started our session near North Pond in Lincoln Park. Carly used to live nearby, so they took me on a mini-tour of […]

Bride and groom kiss outside their Goodman Community Center wedding in Madison, Wisconsin

Wisconsin Goodman Community Center Wedding – Alex & Cam

This spring I had the opportunity to visit Wisconsin for Alex & Cam’s Goodman Community Center wedding. These two had been planning their wedding for some time, and it came together beautifully! The Madison venue was the perfect location for their nuptials, and much of the decor was DIY. In fact, Alex folded hundreds of […]

Chicago neighborhood engagement session with colorful Wicker Park mural

Summer in Chicago Neighborhood Engagement Session – Eliza & Patrick

Eliza and Patrick’s engagement session started in their neighborhood – particularly on their street! They love the greenery and summer vibe near their home (can you blame them?!), so we got to play and even had an impromptu dance party! These two were a ton of fun to hang out with!! We headed to Wicker […]

Warehouse 109 wedding with motorcycle wall edgy bride and groom with leather jacket

Warehouse 109 Wedding Styled Shoot with Jewel Tones and Summer Rain

At the end of May, an incredibly talented group of wedding vendors came together at Warehouse 109 in Plainfield, Illinois. I had the idea for this shoot shortly after learning about the venue, which is now one of my favorites to shoot in! (I’d love to photograph a real wedding here one day – hint, […]

Chicago vow renewal at Buckingham Fountain

Ten Year Chicago Vow Renewal – Kenley & Adam

Kenley and Adam’s vow renewal ceremony this month was one of the most unique sessions I’ve ever photographed. And not just because it was my first vow renewal. On the foggiest day in June, ten years after their wedding day, we met at Clark Chapel in Hyde Park to celebrate their marriage. Adam and Kenley […]

bridal fashion shoot on Chicago rooftop with Jenny Yoo Collection Chicago

Summer Bridal Fashion Shoot with Jenny Yoo Chicago

Who doesn’t love a Chicago rooftop in the summertime?! I was so excited when Julia of Julia Simone Makeup asked me to be a part of this summer bridal fashion shoot. We started and ended on a River North rooftop, traveling to some fun urban scenes in between. (Ever seen a jaywalking bride? Keep scrolling!) […]

Chicago couple's Museum Campus engagement session at dusk with tree blossoms

Chicago Museum Campus Engagement Session – Melissa & Anand

Melissa and Anand’s Museum Campus engagement session took place on one of our first true spring days. The weather had been cool and rainy all week, and then all of a sudden we got a gorgeous sunny day! There’s no doubt all of Chicago was itching to be outside, and we were no exception. We […]

Chicago engagement session at Cafe Brauer in Lincoln Park

Colorful Chicago Engagement Session in Lincoln Park – Sam & Eric

Sam and Eric’s spring Chicago engagement session was a fantastic way to start my season. The trees were just beginning to bud after our (extremely long/never-ending) winter, and daffodils were making their annual debut in Lincoln Park. Sam’s colorful spring dress was the perfect addition to our session – and as you can see, she […]

Fun photo of two brides holding hands at Great Central Brewing Company wedding styled shoot

Great Central Brewing Company Wedding Styled Shoot

A few weeks ago I met with a handful of Chicago vendors for what turned into a super fun, super-chic bridal shoot at Great Central Brewing Company. If you don’t know this place, definitely check it out! The tap room is a gorgeous, naturally-lit space with exposed brick and taps from several Chicago-area breweries. And […]

Wisconsin wedding styled shoot at Waupaca barn in fall field with wind blowing dress

Wisconsin Wedding Styled Shoot + Rad Photographers Retreat

A couple of weeks ago (just before that seasonably appropriate Midwestern snow storm) I traveled to Waupaca, Wisconsin for my first Rad Photographers Retreat. These few days were filled with education, friendship, delicious food (thank you, Sulten Belly!!), and a killer Wisconsin wedding styled shoot! Each day the schedule included guest speakers and relaxing activities like […]