Journal

A blog of our current photography work.

Molly and Nick

I spent a couple of hours the day after Christmas with Molly and Nick to photograph their intimate living room ceremony in Berwyn. It was just their parents, siblings, and dogs as the witnesses. I loved that she walked down their stairs with her dad and right into the living room. Afterwards, we did some portraits in front of their Christmas tree followed by a champagne toast outside using her grandma’s glasses. We finished up with some more portraits of Molly and Nick just down the street at Proksa Park and in front of their home. The December sun was shining just as bright as Molly’s smile and I’m so happy that was there to capture their wedding story!

Elizabeth & Dave

Elizabeth and Dave got married on a chilly December day the weekend after Christmas. Their ceremony was held at St. Alexander Catholic Church in Palos Heights and their reception was in the lower level at Trail’s Edge Brewing Company in Frankfort, IL. We braved the weather forecast and did all of our portraits around the charming downtown Frankfort area and took advantage of some cool spots for photos in Trail’s Edge. These two are so in love and I had the honor of being there to capture their day! -Jake

Allison & Adam

Allison and Adam got married a few weeks ago on a beautiful sunny December morning in Chicago. They got ready at the Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop and had a first look just around the corner at Mary Bartelme Park. Before they got married we took advantage of the weather and did a bunch of bridal party portraits around Chicago. We started at the Lasalle street bridge for some river scenes and then finished up with some skyline shots next to the Planetarium. Their sweet ceremony was in the pergola and had a delicious brunch reception in the tented room at Galleria Marchetti. It was such a pleasure working for Allison and Adam and their families. Enjoy this preview! -Jake

List of vendors:

Getting ready location: Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop

Venue: Galleria Marchetti


Flowers: Flowers for Dreams Contact: Nancy Kierulf nancy@flowersfordreams.com 312.620.1410

DJ: Green Line Talent Contact: Gabriel Cozzens gabe@greenlinetalent.com 708.606.1117

Photo Booth: Fotio Contact: Nick Harvey (309) 657-3674

Cake: Amy Beck Cake Design Contact: cakes@amybeckcakedesign.com 312.545.3655

Wedding Party Transportation: Echo Limousine

Gabby & Kevin

Gabby and Kevin are two of the most genuinely kind and beautiful people that we have had the pleasure of working with. We loved being able to spend the day with them and their friends and family as they started their lives as husband and wife.
Gabby and Kevin’s wedding took place at the Marriott on the Mag Mile, only a few weeks ago. The hustle and bustle of shoppers getting ready for the holiday only added to the excitement and warmth of their wedding day!
Every detail was charming, sweet, and well-thought out, and we absolutely loved that Gabby’s mother hand made ornaments for every guest.
Please take a look at a few of our favorite images!

List of vendors:

Venue:

Rachel Frantz

The Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile

Beauty:

Lerin Johnson & Natalie

Lerin Johnson Bridal Beauty

Flowers:

Kate Masiak

The Flower Girl Company

Music:

Chris Brower

KC DJ Unlimited


Alisa & Steve

Alisa and Steve got married on a gorgeous December day at County Line Orchard. The weather couldn’t be better as it was just warm enough to do all our portraits outdoors and there was a little bit of snow frosting the ground. They had their ceremony in the main barn and I loved all the lightheartedness and joy the bridal party gave to the event. I truly appreciate them having me capture everything!