This spring I participated in a Great Gatsby wedding styled shoot at a private residence in Hyde Park. This was not my first styled shoot, but it was my first time experiencing one this extravagant! From the settings to the hors d’oeuvres to the models, everything was flawlessly executed! Would you believe our bride and groom had never met before this day?! To say they had chemistry would be an understatement.

In a nutshell, about ten photographers participated. We took turns rotating through different sections of the house. There was a bride getting ready in one room, and a groom and wedding party in another. Oh, and plenty of champagne. The models seemed to appreciate that 🙂

Below are some of my favorite images from the entire day, including a few bloopers and behind-the-scenes photos (this is what it looks like when several wedding photographers compete for the best shot!). Creativity was a necessity. Of course this is something we’ve become accustomed to in a competitive industry. You never know what your shooting conditions will be like – and I’m always up for a good challenge 🙂

Huge shout out to Nicee and Nicole for putting this whole thing together!

Vendor Team

Lead photographer: Miss Motley Photography /Event planner & stylist: Nicole Marie Events / Floral design: City Scents Floral / Makeup: Dawn “Bliss” Norman / Hair stylist: Chez Delali Salon / Dress designer: Suzette Opara – 828 Collection / Wedding gown: Edith Élan / Men’s attire: Jojayden Custom Suits / Jewelry: Estylo Jewelry/ Gramaphone: Zap Prop Rentals / Equipment rental: Classic Party Rental / Linens: BBJ Linen / Mixologist: Elizabeth Tyler / Paper goods: AGD Studios / Caterer: Dream Chef Catering / Cake: Cake Life Chicago / Doughnuts: Bon Vivant Cakes / Cookies: Gimme Sugar Creative Cookies / Cake pops and Apples: The Sweet Hustle / Luxury Car: Fivewest Chauffeur