Liz & Christian’s Lincoln Park Wedding at Cafe Brauer

Last June, I had the honor of capturing Liz and Christian’s Lincoln Park wedding at Cafe Brauer! These two traveled from Michigan to celebrate in our city, and many of their guests traveled from even farther. Though they were planning a second ceremony in Christian’s home country Brazil, many friends and family from South America were able to join us in Chicago. With the addition of guests from Europe and the United States, there was no shortage of love and support for these two!

Wedding day began at Hotel Lincoln with Christian and Liz getting ready separately with their families. After their first look at North Avenue Beach, these two were all smiles! We headed to Lincoln Park for photos at the Nature Boardwalk, and then met up with family and friends. Their joyful ceremony under the Lincoln Park Honeycomb was full of laughs and happy tears 🙂

Cafe Brauer Wedding Reception

Once the knot was tied, it was time to celebrate! An iconic Chicago wedding venue, Cafe Brauer looked stunning as always as the day turned into night. I loved the variety of DIY details included in their reception, including Liz’s 3D-printed escort card holders in honor of their cats! Guests enjoyed delicious dinner, custom Caipirinhas, Brazilian Brigadeiro, and dancing into the night. I’m so happy we got to steal the newlyweds away for a few night photos during the reception!

Liz and Christian: Thank you again for having us in June!! Your Chicago wedding day was truly one to remember, wishing you the very best in your future together.

Vendor Team

Venue: Cafe Brauer / Hotel: Hotel Lincoln / Planner: Great Events Chicago / Bride’s dress: Maggie Sottero / Bride’s shoes: Naturalizer / Groom’s suit: Renaissance Ann Arbor / Florist: Stemline Creative / Hair & Makeup: Gold Plaited / Stationery: Papersource / Jeweler: Eytan’s Designs / DJ: HYPE Productions / Caterer: Tigerlily Events / Cake: Sweet Mandy B’s / Dessert: Paolo Romero / Energy Drinks: Machu Picchu / Videographer: Vlad for EMP / Second Photographer: Emma C

Want to see more from Liz & Christian’s Day? Check out their gorgeous Highlight Film by Vlad!

Newlyweds smile as they exit wedding ceremony under Lincoln Park Honeycomb in Chicago

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Chicago wedding photographer Emma Mullins of Emma Mullins Photography

Hellooo, world!

I’m Emma (She/Her): Beer nerd, cat-whisperer, Schitt’s Creek-obsessed Chicago wedding photographer. I’ve been helping couples relive their wedding memories since 2014, and wouldn’t have it any other way!

Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, I currently reside in Chicago with my designer-turned-handyman partner and our two spunky felines. When I’m not photographing couples in love, I’m either hanging with these three, managing our West Town studio space, or traveling someplace new!

A Few of My Favorite Things:
  • Black coffee
  • Buttercream frosting
  • Road trips
  • Watching the sun rise
  • Pretending I sound like Mariah Carey
  • Belgian beer
  • The Green Bay Packers
  • My little fam (Jeremy, Rex and Miike)
  • Halloween (the holiday – not the movie. Okay, the movie’s pretty good too.)
About You

You want stunning, true-to-life wedding photos that look and feel like YOU. You don’t want to feel stiff or look too “posed.” And most importantly, you want to ENJOY your wedding day while we capture all the good stuff! 

Whether you thrive in the spotlight or cringe at the thought of being photographed, we are there to capture your memories. And let’s be honest: your wedding day is going to be AWESOME. No matter what goes according to plan or how many things surprise you, at the end of the day you’ll be married to Your Person. And, spoiler alert: that’s what this is all about!

My Approach

My relaxed, documentary approach allows couples to feel totally comfortable in front of the camera (it’s the number one thing mentioned in my Reviews!). Expect a mix of candid moments and contemporary portraiture, with the occasional embarrassing (aka HILARIOUS) dance floor photo. I will be your hype girl during portrait time (seriously!). We’ll get to know each other throughout the process, and it doesn’t stop on wedding day. I want to show up with hugs and handshakes – not as just another vendor.

Sound like what you’re looking for in a documentary wedding photographer? Inquire about your wedding HERE!

Emma Mullins Photography embraces diversity and inclusivity. We are LGBTQ+ friendly and happy to serve humans of every background, gender and identity. 

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Wedding Day coverage averages at $7500 (couples typically spend between $6000-$9000). Associate Collections begin at $4000. All Collections include a fully edited digital download gallery, print release, custom photography timeline, and Welcome Guide to ensure the BEST possible photography experience!

Photography collections are fully customizable to meet your needs. For detailed pricing and availability, inquire HERE.

Engagement sessions begin at $750. Special rate available to Wedding Clients.

Videography services begin at $3000, with Live Streaming at $1250. More information can be found HERE.

Photo Booth rental begins at $750. Learn all about the booth HERE!

Microwedding coverage begins at $3600.

Elopement coverage begins at $2750.

Surprise Proposal coverage begins at $900.

Destination wedding coverage begins at $9000, including travel and accommodations.

Other sessions offered include Lifestyle, Maternity, Content + Branding and other life events! Contact me for rates and availability.

Things on my current Wish List include photographing a Las Vegas elopement and destination wedding in Italy! If you are planning either I would LOVE to chat!!!