Tony & Tina's wedding was so much fun! The energy that day was amazing. They married at the Fox Valley Country Club in Aurora. Here is a sneak peek into their wedding day.
I love this photo of Tina and her daughter!
Want to take a guess at what she's singing?? ;)
During the reception, we snuck out for a few minutes to take some more pictures.
Tony and Tina, thank you for having us capture your day!! Also, thanks to my wonderful second photographer BJ for helping out!
Holly and Michael's wedding was so much fun to capture! If you haven't seen their lovely winter engagement session, you can check it out by clicking HERE.
It was so rainy out but we still managed to sneak outside for a few first look and some bridal party photos. H & M, thanks for being so awesome and rolling with the punches. :)
ahhh!! I love first look shots!!
And because Holly and Michael are sooo awesome and so much fun, they decided to compete in a game of bags.
Holly and Michael, thank you fro trusting me to capture your day!
Dress : Volles Bridal Lake Zurich Bridesmaid dresses: Davids Bridal Hair and makeup: Krystal from House of Blonde Arlington Heights Tuxes: GQ Formal wear Schaumburg Flowers: BBA Wedding Art Flowers Norridge Catering: food was done in house by Venuti's
You may remember Catherine & Joe from their lovely beach engagement session, or maybe their feature on Bride meets Wedding. They married at Lake Forest College, where their relationship began. Their wedding day was filled with so much love and joy! Take a peek at some of my favorite images from their day.
I adore moments captured during the first look <3
After the first look they exchanged letters.
Some of Catherine's students came by to give her their gifts. It was so sweet!
We took a stroll around campus during cocktail hour for a few shots of the newlyweds
I love these next few images of Catherine's dad and uncles serenading her!
And of course, I had to include some of my photo booth favorites!
Catering :
Flowers :
Hair and makeup :
Dress :
Joe's Suit : Suits 20/20
Bridesmaids dresses : Etsy (It was an infinity dress so the girls got to decide how they wanted to wrap the dress)
Cake:
I have been looking forward to this wedding for a long time! Ever since Christina and Alana's ENGAGEMENT SESSION I knew their wedding day would be magical.
Take a peek at some of my favorite images of the day.
One o f my favorite ring shots of all time. How adorable is that Mrs & Mrs box?
Next we headed to the lake for some pictures
And then the Wrigley building for some bridal party photos
This is what I love about having a second shooter. Same moment, two perspectives! Thanks, BJ!
Love this moment I secretly captured right after the ceremony!
I had to share this photo of Alana's parents. Too adorable!
Then we ended the night with some night portraits!
Christina & Alana, it was truly an honor to capture your day. I loved getting to know you two!! <3
Second Photographer: BJ
Venue: Newberry Library
Caterer: D'Absolute Events and Catering
Hair: Adam Bogucki
Christina's make-up: Adam Bogucki
Alana's make-up: Julia Joyce
Wedding Dress: Craigslist
Florist: Beth Koeing 773.263-1855
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Band :
If you follow the blog, you are familiar with this adorable couple. Lauren & Jeremy's wedding day was nothing short of amazing. I'm so excited to show you these images!
(Click HERE to view their engagement session)
Lauren, you are stunning!
Right after the first look <3
How stylish is this bridal party??
Lauren wanted individuals of her bridal party. I think these are so fun!!
After dinner we snuck out for a few more portraits...
Lauren & Jeremy, Congratulations once again. I had a blast capturing your day!!
Second Photographer: Kate Fredrick
Church: First Baptist Church of Elgin
Reception: Hoosier Grove Barn / Facebook
Catering: Uncle Bubs BBQ
Wedding Cake & Assorted Desserts: Cocoa Bean
Flowers: Lisa Mola-Blooms & Bliss Floral & Event Design
Hair: Maggie Cambora
Make up: Sarah Weinstein
Wedding Dress: Veils & Tales
Bridesmaids skirts: Frill Clothing
Bridesmaid Shirts: The Limited
KC & Brian are two of the most down to earth, sweetest people you'll ever meet!
They married at St. Paul the Apostle in Gurnee, IL, and then celebrated with dinner and dancing at European Crystal Banquets.
They were all such troopers!! It was raining on and off all day and everyone just rolled with it. :)
Above is the one I previewed that night on my Instagram
KC & Brian, it was such an honor to be part of your day! I wish you guys nothing but the best!
Second Photographer: Chrissy Deming
Flowers: Trellis Florist
Hair: Alberta Mendoza
Make Up: Sarah Rillon
Dresses: House of Brides
Guys Suits: Black Tie Formal
DJ: Charizma Entertainment
Venue/Catering:
I loved working with Ann & Nick. They are so sweet and incredibly adorable together. You can check out their engagement session HERE
Ann, you are stunning!
They did not want to see each other before the ceremony, so they exchanged their cards around a corner. I love these next few images!
After the ceremony, we headed to Cantigny Park for a few shots.
These guys were so much fun!!
Reception Venue and Food : Two Brothers Roundhouse
Flowers: Phillips in Westmont
Cake: The Cakery
Dresses: David's Bridal
Hair: Mary Dituri, SASS in Orland Park
Make up: Karen Mena, The Loft Salon in Plainfield
Second Photographer: BJ
I am so excited to share this wedding with you! Lindsey & I went to high school together back in Queens, so when she contacted me about coming out to photograph her upcoming wedding I was thrilled!
It was such a lovely wedding day! Here are some of my favorites.
I'm kind of obsessed with her dress!
After everyone was ready, it was time for the first look. I LOVE when couples decide to see each other before the ceremony. It makes the schedule to the day flow a lot better and allow for more relaxed portraits.
Love this portrait of Lindsey taken by Patrick. Lindsey, you're a beauty!
This one below is one of my favorites
Lindsey & Pete, thank you so much for having us capture your day!
Catering:
Flowers:
Hair:
Make-up:
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Second Photographer:
Meet Kassie & Rob. Two of the sweetest people you'll ever meet!
They married at the Amphitheater in downtown Plainfield, IL. It was a perfect location, and luckily the weather couldn't have been better!
Here are a few favorites from the day
I'm not gonna lie... their vows made me a bit emotional as well!
Behind the amphitheater, there was a pond and walking trail with the most beautiful fall colors!
The image below is one of the many reasons I love having a second shooter. They tend to capture things from a totally different perspective!
The image below is one of my favorite wedding images...ever!
I love the boys photobombing!!
Afterwards they went to a restaurant up the road called HopScotch and Vine with their closest family and friends. Very cool place!
It's sweet how much they love their new baby girl.
Proud dad
Kassie and Rob, thanks so much for having us capture your day!
Ceremony Location: Settlers Park
Reception Dinner: HopScotch & Vine
Second Photographer: BJ
I'm so excited to share some photos of James and Lauren's Palmer House wedding!
You are going to love these two, I guarantee it. ;)
See those shoes? Lauren's mom wore those on her wedding day. How cool is that??
Lauren had these robes made for her bridesmaids. The girls looked adorable in them!
Time for the first look!
The mezzanine level had the most gorgeous view of the hotel lobby!
I love the way they look at each other!
Lauren, you are gorgeous!
I'm so glad Lauren & James were up for some pictures outside, despite the cold rainy weather. It was worth it!
This bunch was too much fun!
Where's Waldo? ;)
They're married!!
We snuck away for a few more portraits during cocktail hour.
Next, it was time for toasts!
...and dancing
I couldn't leave without a picture with Tara & Jason (left). I shot their wedding a few years ago. It was so nice to see them and their new baby girl!!
Lauren and James, Thank you for having us capture your day!
Catering: The Palmer House Chicago
Flowers: Fabbrini Flowers
Hair & Make Up: Marie and Val from Basics Salon
Bridesmaid Dresses: Mori Lee from House of Brides
Wedding Dress: Enzoani from Reddingtons in Park Ridge
Tuxes: Men's Warehouse
Second Photographer: Kate
Meet Erica and Max! Two of the sweetest, fun loving people you'll ever meet. Here is a peek into their gorgeous wedding day!
Erica, your laugh is so contagious!
Max walked out with their adorable son Kaiden.
Doesn't dad look so proud to walk his girl down the aisle?
While I took photos of the girls, Kaiden was having a blast with grandma!
How fun is this group??
Erica's grandma was having just as much fun watching.
I love this next set!!
The hallway to Manzo's was so pretty I had to sneak them out for a few photos.
Erica & Max, I hope you enjoyed your day as much as I loved capturing it!
HAIR : Hair Xtensns Studio
Make up: Tara B Artistry
Florist: Flowers by Debbie
Dress: Oleg Cassini
Bridesmaid Dresses: David's Bridal
DJ: Elite DJ
Cake: Sugar Hills Bakery
Reception: Manzo's
Second Photographer: BJ
Stephanie & David are seriously one of the coolest people you'll ever meet. They are so fun, hilarious and sooo in love with each other!
I had such a great time, capturing their gorgeous Blumen Gardens Wedding. Here are some of my favorites. Big thanks to BJ for helping me capture their day!
I LOVE when couples opt for a first look!
Their bridal party was just as fun as they are! What an awesome group!
I love this shot of Stephanie and her girls!
One of my favorites!!
Steph, you look gorgeous :)
Allison, MOH had a HILARIOUS speech. Props and ALL!
Best man Jeff was just as hilarious!
Congrats once again, Stephanie and David!!!
I'm so excited to have one of my weddings featured on Bouquet Catcher!
Sarah & Jon's Kenilworth Club wedding was a pleasure to capture. Check out the full post here
