Journal

A blog of our current photography work.

Amanda and Dave

My heart fills with joy when I see a couple who love each other so much that they laugh and smile throughout their wedding. Amanda and Dave were like that. The whole time they were having fun and it was evident that they were so happy to get married. Their wedding took place a couple of weeks ago at the fantastic Bartlett Hills Golf Club. It’s a perfect place to get married at. Huge thanks to Amanda and Dave and their wedding party who stuck with me for a bunch of portraits out in the wind and had a good attitude the whole time. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate a group of people who are having fun and listen to my directions. Such a good wedding and I wish Amanda and Dave all the best as they enter this new chapter in their lives. -Jake

Emily and Dominic

Congratulations to Emily and Dominic! They got married a couple of weeks ago at a really fantastic venue called Brix on the Fox in Carpentersville. It was a bit windy but at least it was warm for March. We made the best of the weather and their wedding party knew how to have fun. I had such an amazing time spending the day with Emily and Dominic and am excited to share some photos from their wedding! -Jake

Cindy and Noah

Every once in a while I get asked to travel for a destination wedding and, even though I love Chicago, it seems to be a breath of fresh air to experience photographing in a different part of the world. Cindy and Noah asked me if I would be interested in traveling to photograph their wedding ceremony in New Orleans, Louisiana and I enthusiastically said “Yeah I would!”. Their ceremony and reception was held in a gorgeous bright and light filled loft called Marche right in the midst of the French Market with stunning views of the Mississippi River. The day started with rain but that didn’t get Cindy and Noah’s spirits down and everything cleared up by ceremony time and we were able go out into the Dutch Alley for some fun and candid outdoor portraits. Over the past few years it has been amazing getting to know Cindy and Noah as I’ve done their maternity, newborn (their son was born on my birthday, ha!), and family photos. Getting to photograph their wedding as well was extra special and I truly wish them the happiest and brightest future! Congratulations, Cindy and Noah, and thank you for having me be a part of everything!! -Jake

Hannah and Kevin

I photographed Hannah and Kevin’s wedding a few weeks ago on a chilly but beautiful March day. They (and their bridal party!) braved the cold for a first look and portraits outdoors at Ryerson woods before their ceremony at Calvary English Chapel in Wheeling. After the ceremony, I took Hannah and Kevin to an alley in downtown Arlington Heights for a few quick urban portraits before their reception at the amazing Metropolis Ballroom. A huge THANK YOU to Hannah and Kevin for being awesome and for having me be a part of their day. Also, thank you to Nick Holstein for being my second photographer. He always does such a fantastic job.

David and Tayler

David and Tayler had a beautiful, Spring wedding in downtown Geneva, a couple of weeks back. Weather looked iffy leading up to their big day, but they ended up with an incredible March afternoon! David and Tayler got ready at the historic Herrington Inn, and had the sweetest first look. David couldn’t keep his eyes off of his stunning bride, and we loved the way his entire face lit up when he saw her walking toward him

We had so much fun doing portraits along the beautiful Fox River, and their bridal party was so fun to be around!

Their ceremony at Riverside Receptions was beautiful and heartfelt, and the florals by Kio Kreations that were along the aisle and draped the Chuppah, were stunning! We love that they had a friend act as their officiant, and the music they chose was spot-on!

Their reception was filled with laughter, great food, dancing and incredible music; provided by the lovely and talented Rachel of Toast & Jam!

David and Tayler, we are so glad you asked us to be a part of your beautiful day. It was truly an honor.

xo

Jake and Jennifer