Early Spring Wedding at The Arbory – Meredith & Matt

This year, my wedding season began with Meredith and Matt’s March wedding at The Arbory. This time of year in Chicago always feels a little unpredictable, and their celebration perfectly captured that transition between winter and spring. We had a mix of spring blooms, longer daylight hours, and even a few surprise snowflakes in the afternoon. One of my favorite parts of the day was when their sweet pup Marty came to visit for photos! Remember this guy from their downtown Chicago engagement session? I knew it was going to be an incredible day before it even started.

First Look at The Robey Chicago

Meredith and Matt got ready separately at The Robey in Wicker Park. If you’re looking for a unique hotel experience on your wedding day, I highly recommend staying here! Not only is the window light a photographer’s dream, but the panoramic views of Chicago are unbeatable. The best place to access that view is at the Up Room (The Robey’s rooftop cocktail lounge). This also happens to be a prime photo location at the hotel – and we were lucky enough to have it all to ourselves for their first look.

Garfield Park Conservatory Wedding Photos

After a few tears and endless smiles, Meredith and Matt were ready to continue the celebration. Our next stop was one of my favorite photo locations in the city, Garfield Park Conservatory. This place always feels magical no matter the season. The lush, tropical greenery was the perfect contrast to the early spring weather outside. Shout out to their wedding party for embracing the busy weekend and helping us create some really fun and beautiful memories here!

The Arbory Chicago Wedding

Before long, it was time to head to The Arbory. We wanted to capture some stunning portraits inside the space before festivities officially began, and these are some of my favorites from the entire day. And, guess who was waiting for us with a big smile and wagging tail? If you guessed Marty, you are correct!

That evening, Matt and Meredith were married underneath the venue’s signature skylight surrounded by their favorite people. Matt’s cousin Ben officiated the ceremony – you may recognize him from Michell and Trevor’s wedding last spring! Once the glass was broken, there were shouts of Mazel Tov and these two were happy as can be. Celebration continued well into the night with heartfelt words from their guests, references to Taylor Swift, and a dance floor that didn’t quit. This day was a pleasure to capture and I’m so happy to have been a part of it!

Meredith and Matt: Thank you again for trusting my team to document your memories this year. Wishing you the very best in Married Life and all that’s to come!

Bride and groom embrace and smile in front of orange floral doors at The Arbory, her veil flowing in the breeze
Flat lay of wedding stationery, guest books, rings, and florals on a white cloth with greenery accents for wedding celebration at The Arbory
Two wedding rings rest on a white
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Three rings with engravings rest on paper, surrounded by leaves in a black and white close-up for wedding celebration at The Arbory
A white wedding dress hangs in a window with bouquet and shoes arranged on a round table below at The Robey Chicago
White bridal shoes with floral details rest on a marble table, in front of a lush bouquet of white flowers for wedding celebration at The Robey Chicago
Black and white photo of bride in a wedding dress looking out the window while getting ready at The Robey Chicago
Black and white photo of bride in a white dress putting on an earring while standing by a window at The Robey Chicago
A light green tie, wristwatch, cologne bottle, and two white boutonnieres arranged on a marble surface for wedding at The Arbory in Chicago
Man in a blue suit adjusts his cuff while standing by a window with natural light at The Robey Chicago
Black and white portrait of bride in a white gown stands inside The Up Room at The Robey Chicago with tables and chairs in the background
Bride and groom hold hands during their first look on the rooftop of The Robey outside Up Room, the Chicago skyline blurred in the background, black and white photo
Bride and groom smile at each other on the rooftop of The Robey outside Up Room with the Chicago skyline in the background
Bride and groom stand outside Up Room at The Robey, holding hands and smiling at each other during their first look
Film photo of groom kissing his bride’s cheek on the rooftop of The Robey, with the Chicago skyline in the background
A bride and groom stand on the rooftop outside Up Room at The Robey, holding hands, with Chicago cityscape in the background
Portrait of wedding party inside the Show House at Garfield Park Conservatory with hanging plants and lush greenery in the background
Black adn white photo of bride and groom holding hands, smiling, walking with their wedding party in formal attire through Garfield Park Conservatory
Black and white photo of four members of the wedding party laugh and chat inside Garfield Park Conservatory, two holding bouquets
Portrait of bride in white gown and bridesmaids in light green dresses standing together holding bouquets inside Garfield Park Conservatory
Groom and groomsmen in blue suits pose together, smiling, inside Garfield Park Conservatory filled with lush green plants
Groom and groomsmenin blue suits with white boutonnieres stand together, smiling and laughing inside Garfield Park Conservatory with lush green plants in the background
Bride in white dress poses with four bridesmaids in light green gowns at Garfield Park Conservatory, all holding white bouquets
A bride and groom smiling at each other, standing in a lush, green garden with tropical plants at Garfield Park Conservatory
Bride and groom kiss on a path inside Garfield Park Conservatory, bride holding a white bouquet, both dressed in wedding attire
Film photo of bride and groom embracing in the Show House of Garfield Park Conservatory with blooming flowers and greenery in the background
Bride and groom stand smiling in front of a colorful mosaic wall at Garfield Park Conservatory surrounded by lush green plants
Glass-block wall and ornate orange double doors at the entrance to The Arbory, with
Exterior brick wall near the entrance to The Arbory with white painted logo and street number a triangle symbol
Wedding welcome sign on easel with floral border for wedding celebration at The Arbory
Wedding party protrait indoors at The Arbory; bride in white dress, groom in blue suit, bridesmaids in green, groomsmen in blue
Four weddig party members in green and blue attire smile and pose indoors at The Arbory, holding white flower bouquets, with lush plants behind them
Bride and groom in wedding attire smile at each other at The Arbory, surrounded by bridesmaids in green dresses and groomsmen in blue suits
Black and white photo of bride and groom sit surrounded by their wedding party, all smiling and laughing together at The Arbory
Black and white photo of wedding party members smiling and laughing together indoors at The Arbory, holding bouquets and dressed in formal attire
Film portrait of wedding party posing indoors on and around a couch at The Arbory, bride and groom seated at the center
Bride in white dress and groom in blue suit stand smiling in front of the orange floral doors at The Arbory.
Film photo of bride and groom smiling at each other, holding hands in front of a decorative orange door at The Arbory
Bride in white dress and groom in blue suit smile, standing in front of ornate orange doors with leaf patterns at The Arbory
Portrait of bride and groom with their dog on a leash at The Arbory, surrounded by white flowers and green plants
Happy dog on a leash with a leafy collar, standing indoors near plants and wedding decorations at The Arbory
Bride and groom smile and play with their dog surrounded by white flowers during their wedding celebration at The Arbory
Wedding ceremony space at The Arbory, features string lights, wooden chairs, white drapery, and lush greenery
A dark wood table at The Arbory is adorned with candles, photos, matchbooks and custom coasters for wedding celebration
White roses and greenery in a floral arrangement on a black stand for wedding celebration at The Arbory, with a brick wall in the background
A bouquet of white flowers on a black stand, surrounded by potted green plants against a brick wall for wedding celebration at The Arbory
Groom kisses bride's head as they sit on a green couch, holding hands and smiling, bride holding a bouquet of white flowers
A bride signs a ketubah at a table at The Arbory, surrounded by the groom, her bridesmaid and two groomsmen in blue suits
A bride and groom sit smiling on a pink sofa at The Arbory, with their ketubah on the table in front of them
Person holding a wedding ceremony program at The Arbory, listing the order of events
Groom in blue suit stands at the front of his wedding ceremony at The Arbory, with plants and a brick wall in the background
Bride walks down the aisle with her father in a warmly lit indoor wedding ceremony at The Arbory
Bride and her father hug at indoor wedding ceremony with guests watching, surrounded by flowers and string lights at The Arbory
Bride and groom holding hands during their wedding ceremony at The Arbory, with groomsmen and officiant standing nearby
Bride and groom hold hands, smiling at each other, during their wedding ceremony with an officiant behind them at The Arbory
Film photo of guests seated for wedding reception under string lights at The Arbory
Black and white photo of groom's parents during wedding ceremony at The Arbory
Black and white photo of bride placing ring on groom's finger during their wedding ceremony at The Arbory, officiant smiling between them
Bride and groom hold hands under string lights during their wedding ceremony at The Arbory, surrounded by their wedding party and seated guests
Bride and groom hold hands during an indoor wedding ceremony at The Arbory, with bridesmaids in green dresses behind them
Bride and groom smiling and holding hands during their wedding ceremony in front of a brick wall at The Arbory
Bride and groom kiss at their indoor wedding ceremony at The Arbory, surrounded by guests
Black and white photo of bride and groom smiling and holding hands, walking down the aisle after their wedding ceremony at The Arbory
Bottles of liquor next to a menu listing signature cocktails, including Espresso Marty-ni and Am-Mere-retro Sour for wedding reception at The Arbory
A stack of custom napkins featuring an illustration of the newlyweds' dog sits beside bottles on a table for wedding reception at The Arbory
A server at The Arbory holds a platter of skewered appetizers garnished with fresh herbs and microgreens
Mini grilled cheese skewers on cups of tomato soup, arranged neatly on a white tray, for wedding reception at The Arbory
Guest tables with wooden chairs, string lights, and plants for wedding reception at The Arbory
Table marker on a wooden guest table with white flowers, greenery, and wine glasses for wedding reception at The Arbory
Guest place setting with salad and a roll on a table set with a candle, napkin, utensils, and a name card for wedding reception at The Arbory
Wedding head table at The Arbory with greenery, white flowers, candles, and a brick wall in the background
A lit candle, flowers, and a name card on a guest table set with a salad plate and menu for wedding reception at The Arbory
Stacked custom coasters on a table at The Arbory, with a lit candle in the background
Black and white photo of bride, groom and wedding party members standing smiling behind a decorated table at wedding reception at The Arbory.
Best Man in a blue suit gives a toast at a wedding reception at The Arbory
Newlyweds listen to a speech as they sit at the head table, smiling and laughing at their wedding reception held at The Arbory
Maid of Honor stands giving a speech at a wedding reception table at The Arbory, with guests seated and listening
Black and white photo of maid of honor giving a speech with a microphone at a wedding reception at The Arbory, smiling at the bride
Black and white photo of guests at The Arbory raising glasses in a celebratory toast
A two-tier white cake with textured icing and white flowers, set on a table with plates and silverware for wedding reception at The Arbory
Bride and groom smile, holding forks, ready to eat their wedding cake under string lights at The Arbory
Black and white photo of bride and groom in formal attire cutting their wedding cake together under string lights at The Arbory
Newlywed couple in wedding attire kisses by a table with a tiered cake under string lights during their wedding reception at The Arbory
Bride and groom share their first dance under string lights at The Arbory as guests watch
Black and white photo of newlywed couple in formal attire during their first dance under string lights at their wedding reception at The Arbory
Black and white photo of bride and groom dancing together, surrounded by guests at their wedding reception at The Arbory
Bride and groom on the dance floor as people cheer and clap under string lights at their Arbory wedding reception
Guests in formal dresses laugh and hold hands while dancing under string lights during wedding reception at The Arbory
Black and white photo of bride and guests on the dance floor during wedding reception at The Arbory
Guest in suit raises hands and dances during wedding reception at The Arbory, while others dance in the background
Guests in formal attire dance with raised arms under string lights during wedding reception at The Arbory
Four women holding hands and dancing joyfully during wedding reception at The Arbory
Black adn white photo of guests dancing together during wedding reception at The Arbory, with string lights above and people in the background
Slices of cake on plates sit on a wooden dessert table at The Arbory, with green plants and white flowers in the background
Chocolate cupcakes with vanilla frosting on a tray, accompanied by cake slices on plates in front and delicate flowers in the background fior wedding reception at The Arbory
Slices of vanilla cake with white frosting on paper plates are arranged on a wooden table for wedding reception at The Arbory
A plate with cake, a black fork, dog stickers, custom coaster and green leaves on a wood table for wedding reception at The Arbory
Portrait of happy newlyweds under a chandelier inside The Arbory
Bride and groom kiss under a large chandelier in the entryway of The Arbory. wedding venue

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