Emma Mullins Photography

One lovely evening in June, I met up with Joan and JT for their Lincoln Park engagement session! Naturally, they had their pup Doug tag along for photos (shout out to Emily for helping us out)! After a spring full of unpredictable weather, we got lucky with the most beautiful evening in the park. As you can see, these two were adorable in front of the camera – and I’m counting the days until their October wedding! 

Lincoln Park Engagement Photos 

We met at The Bridge Over South Pond for those iconic skyline views, and Joan and JT couldn’t keep their eyes off each other. It was such a treat to stroll around the Nature Boardwalk with these two… and Doug’s smiley face, of course! We chased the golden light around the park, making sure to stop at some favorite locations. As the sun began to set, we continued our stroll all the way to the lakefront!

“A Classic For a Reason”

When we first started planning this session, Joan mentioned taking photos with the skyline view at North Avenue Beach. As many of you know, this is one of the most popular locations in the city for engagement photos! Joan described this spot as “a classic for a reason,” and I couldn’t agree more 🙂 

Lucky for us, we arrived with perfect timing to capture some super fun moments before the sun went down! And these two have some moves – did they not nail the dip photo?! I hardly believed them when they told me it was their first time! I’m obsessed with the romantic light at the end of this session, and the way these two look at each other. I have no doubt their wedding day is going to be AWESOME. 

Joan and JT: Thank you again for having me capture these moments for you! Can’t wait for you to make it official this fall!!

Music Box Theatre Engagement Photos

Sarah and Wil are getting married TOMORROW!! Of course, I couldn’t let that happen without featuring their engagement session at Music Box Theatre. I recently met up with these two at the classic Chicago cinema, one of our mutual favorite locations in the city. Fun fact: one of their first dates was at Music Box (they saw Vertigo)! I’m so happy we got to return here for their engagement photos – they even referred to Music Box as “our favorite theater in the world.”

We got to hang out in the lounge, taking advantage of window light and even stepping into the garden for a few. In case you didn’t know, Music Box regularly shows films in their outdoor garden area during the warmer months! Favorites like Ten Things I Hate About You, The Sandlot, and Wet Hot American Summer usually make an appearance. Definitely worth checking out! Wil and Sarah were a treat in front of the camera, totally in their element, and so clearly smitten with each other. Huge shout out to the staff for helping us coordinate this session, and allowing us to take photos in the garden!

A Stroll Through Lincoln Park

After our time at Music Box, we made our way to Lincoln Park for a golden hour stroll. If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you know this is a classic location! Chicago weather could not have been more lovely – a welcome change in the unpredictable spring we’ve had! We made our way across the Nature Boardwalk to the honeycomb, and some other favorite spots in the park. I was a little obsessed with Sarah’s outfit – perfect for a twirl!

Sarah and Wil: Thank you again for having me, and being up for taking photos at Music Box! I’m so excited to do it again SOON and finally make it official 🙂

It’s finally starting to feel like SPRING here in Chicago! Sierra and Kyle will tie the knot in just a few weeks, and today I’m starting the countdown with their Chicago Riverwalk engagement session 🙂

Chicago Riverwalk Engagement

We met outside the Chicago Theatre and made our way to the Riverwalk. These two were all about each other, and adorable as can be! I loved strolling along the river with these two, stopping at some of my favorite locations along the way. We made our way to classic LaSalle Bridge just in time to catch the golden sunshine! Fun fact: Sierra and Kyle will tie the knot next month just down the street!

Lincoln Park Engagement

As the sun began to set, we headed north to Lincoln Park for more greenery and nature vibes. Many of you know that this is one of the best locations in Chicago if you’re looking for fresh air, wildlife, and a skyline view! They even got to break for romantic storytime on the Nature Boardwalk… a nod to their book-themed wedding celebration next month!

Full Moon at the Beach

We couldn’t let the evening end without stopping at North Avenue Beach! By the time we arrived, it was Blue Hour and the city lights were on (my fave!). The best part was, up in the purple-blue sky, a full moon was illuminating the water like I’d never seen. These are easily some of the most romantic engagement photos I’ve captured in this location! 

Sierra and Kyle: I had so much fun during your engagement session! Can’t wait to do it again very soon!!

February is here… which means March is right around the corner! Which means: Brigid and Matt are getting married in a few short weeks!! These two happened to get engaged on March 1, which also happens to be their anniversary, which also happens to be the date they’ll tie the knot in 2025. Today I’m excited to share their Diversey Harbor engagement session as we count down the days!

On a beautiful afternoon last spring, I met Brigid and Matt for photos around North Pond in Lincoln Park. We found all the pretty flowers in bloom, and took a stroll down the pier, of course! We also chatted about travel, wedding planning, and their in-line skating hobby/obsession (more on that below!). I’ve said this many times before – you can’t go wrong with Lincoln Park as a photo location. Fun fact: not only to these two live nearby, they will tie the knot in this very neighborhood!

As the sun began to set, we made our way to Diversey Harbor for golden hour. And, as promised – out came the skates! I was thoroughly impressed by their skills… and had a blast photographing them! This was my first session on skates and I learned a lot. Did you know there are skating marathons and races all over the world?! Yep – Brigid and Matt have traveled long distances to skate! And – remember Usher’s Super Bowl Halftime Show last year?? As iconic as that was, I’m crossing my fingers for a Newlywed rendition on Wedding Day 🙂

Brigid and Matt: I had so much fun at your Diversey Harbor engagement session last spring! Can’t wait to do it again very SOON!!

Lincoln Park Engagement

Earlier this month I met up with Ling and Alex for their Chicago fall engagement session in Lincoln Park! These two were recently engaged and a treat in front of the camera. Even though they will tie the knot in California next year, they wanted their engagement photos to represent the city they currently call home. I’m so happy they found me and asked me to capture these moments!

We met on the Nature Boardwalk in Lincoln Park on one of our last prime fall days of the season. Here’s a secret: most couples who want the “fall” look for their engagement photos hope for October, but early November is usually when colors peak in Chicago! Just sayin’! Alex and Ling’s session is a perfect example of that… and of course there is no shortage of photo locations in Lincoln Park. These two were all smiles and a breeze to photograph!

Chicago Lakefront Engagement Photos

When the sun began to set, we headed over to the lakefront for that iconic skyline view. I absolutely loved their second outfits – they even seemed to somehow match the sky! In case you didn’t know, North Avenue Beach is hands-down one of the most popular Chicago engagement photo locations in the city (and it’s not hard to see why!). If you’re planning to end your session here around sunset, expect to see several other couples and photographers doing the same. Good news is: the pier is long and there is always plenty of space for everyone to get their dream photos 🙂

Ling and Alex: Thank you again for having me this month!! I couldn’t be happier for you two and wish you nothing but happiness in Married Life!

Want to see more Chicago Fall engagement sessions on the Blog? Check out the posts below!

Mary & Wyatt | Mackensey & Anna | Jessie & Rick | James & Maya |

Katherine & Robb | Brittany & Adrian | Lindsey & Griffin | Jenny & Michael

Neha and John are getting married in just a few weeks, and today I’m excited to share their summer Lincoln Park engagement session! Dan met up with these two outside the Lincoln Park Conservatory, a nod to their spring engagement earlier last year. After a lovely evening stroll in the conservatory gardens, they headed south to the Nature Boardwalk. As you’d expect for mid-summer, the wildflowers were in full bloom! If there’s one thing I love for engagement sessions, it’s a pop of color – and what better place for that than Lincoln Park in the summertime?

As the sun began to set, they made their way to the lakefront for some romantic photos with our skyline. They even crossed paths with the occasional runner or cyclist… a given for any Chicago summer engagement session! My favorite photos are some of the creative ones, including that romantic silhouette at sunset 🙂 Thanks for capturing these moments so beautifully, Dan!

Neha and John: Thank you again for having us last summer! I can’t wait to be part of your wedding day next month!!

Looking for more summer Lincoln Park Engagement inspiration? Check out some other favorite sessions on the Blog!

Kenia & Bobby | Claire & Mark | Minal & Drew | Libby & Avi | Sara & Brian

It finally feels like SPRING here in Chicago, so I thought I’d share Megan and Eric’s sunny spring engagement session in Lincoln Park! These two are getting married in exactly ONE MONTH, which also happens to be their five-year anniversary. How great is that?! It was a pleasure hanging out with these two last year, I’m getting SO excited for wedding day!

Lincoln Park Engagement

I met up with Megan and Eric at one of our city’s most iconic locations for engagement photos, Lincoln Park. We embraced the Chicago sunshine, strolling through the Nature Boardwalk and South Pond area. These two could not have been more adorable together, making my job easy! Weather was lovely for a walk in the park – including the first sign of spring blooms. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Lincoln Park is ideal because it’s picturesque every time of year, with any kind of weather! I’m so happy we decided to take photos here 🙂

As the sun began to set, we headed to North Avenue Beach for photos with the Chicago skyline, of course! We were lucky enough to have the lakefront mostly to ourselves, a rare occurrence in the summer and fall, for sure. Eric and Megan were a breeze to photograph… and up for trying all my ideas! The double exposure from their session is one of my absolute favorites to date, tying in their wedding theme (stay tuned about that next month!).

Megan and Eric: Thanks again for having me capture these moments for you! Your Chicago spring engagement session was a dream, can’t wait to do it again very SOON!!

Today I’m excited to share Kelley & Ralph’s gorgeous Chicago lakefront engagement session! These two are one of THREE couples we’ll be celebrating this weekend, and I couldn’t let the week go by without sharing these gems 🙂 Associate Chrissy had a blast with these two in the city last fall, and we are SO excited for them to tie the knot in just a few days!

As you know, Lincoln Park in the fall is one of the most popular and picturesque locations for Chicago engagement photos. With the abundance of wildflowers and impressive skyline view, there’s no wonder couples travel from near and far to be part of it all! Ralph and Kelley were all smiles on the Nature Boardwalk, and made their way to North Avenue Beach just in time for golden hour. This skyline view from the Chicago lakefront is one of our favorites… I’m sure you can see why!

Kelley and Ralph: These photos were a delight to look through, thank you again for having us! I can’t wait to see the magic from this weekend!!

It’s starting to feel like springtime in Chicago, which means more and more couples are planning engagement photos! Sara and Brian’s Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool engagement session last year was one of my favorite sessions ever – and it’s not hard to see why. Besides being totally over the moon with each other, their location ideas did not disappoint! Put that together with perfect Chicago weather, and we have the stuff engagement session dreams are made of 🙂

We arrived at Lincoln Park during golden hour, my favorite time to visit the Lily Pool. It was the perfect evening for a stroll around the pond! Sara and Brian were a delight to hang with – I don’t think either of them stopped smiling the entire session. I loved hearing their sweet engagement story and learning about their plans to wed in New Jersey this fall!

As the sun began to set, we made our way to the lakefront for iconic photos with the Chicago skyline. Seriously – we could not have asked for better weather, and these two were a dream in front of the camera! Thanks again for having me, Sara and Brian!! All my best to you both!

Thinking about your own Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool engagement session?

That’s awesome! This hidden gem location is one of Chicago’s finest. Some things you should know:

• A photography permit is required for this location. You can find more information and secure your permit here!
• If you can, schedule your session a couple hours before sunset to take advantage of golden hour light! Photographers love this time of day because light is warm, romantic, and the most flattering.
• Because it’s so unique and beautiful, the lily pool is also popular. It’s possible you may have to wait your turn for some of the most picturesque areas. Nothing to be discouraged by! This place is full of photo-worthy locations.

Last month I had a blast with Mackensey and Anna for their fall neighborhood engagement session! I met these two at their home in Uptown for photos with Tubbs and June Bug, the most adorable pugs you will ever see. We hung out inside their home and then went for a quick walk around the block… with no shortage of puppy treats, of course! The pups seem just as inseparable and Mackensey and Anna, who are clearly as smitten with June Bug and Tubbs 🙂

After family photo time, we headed to local bar Fat Cat for a beer. This has become one of their favorite neighborhood spots over the years, and I’m so happy we were able to stop here! I always encourage couples to pick locations that are personal to them for engagement photos, and this couldn’t have worked out more perfectly.

When the sun began to set, we headed south to Lincoln Park. This is another location personal to Anna and Mackensey… and just so happens to be one of the most picturesque locations in the city! They told me about Mackensey’s proposal in Michigan, their first memories in Chicago together, and their wedding plans for next September. I couldn’t be happier for these two, and am thrilled that they asked me to help commemorate this season of their love.

Mackensey and Anna: Thank you again for having me!! Your wedding day is going to be so beautiful, I wish you nothing but happiness in your future together.