Sophie and James

I photographed Sophie and James wedding a couple of weeks ago at Kathryn Legge Memorial Park. The first thing I noticed when I got there was the display of the elements earth, air, water and fire. I got excited because it’s not often that I see alternative spiritual principles invoked in a wedding ceremony. One of the first things I do at every wedding is check in with the nature spirits of the place and I spent a few moments looking up at the beautiful pine trees that were overhead and I noticed Sophie glance up a few times during the ceremony and I was all like “I know…they’re lovely aren’t they?”. After their exchange of vows we did a flurry of group portraits in the park and then travelled to Il Poggiolo Ristorante in downtown Hinsdale for a few candids during their reception. I really enjoyed being a part of Sophie and James’ wedding and I wish them all the best with their future together!

Hannah and Stephen

Summer is here and with that comes many lovely outdoor weddings. Hannah and Stephen had their ceremony in the picturesque Rose Garden at Cantigny Park. We did a first look with Hannah and her dad as well as with Stephen before the ceremony and lots of portraits around Cantigny before they got married. Their reception was held at Hawthorne’s Backyard in West Chicago. Hawthorne’s was so much fun and I was highly entertained by the competitive game of Waffle Ball that took place. That’s not something you see at every wedding, haha. I had so much fun photographing Hannah and Stephen’s wedding and being a part of their perfect summer event. Congratulations!!

Annie and Jeffrey

Visions from the ether

Rise up and meet us

Make a bridge to our hearts

Our love is true

In the city of winds

Near the lake that is an ocean

We say our vows

We sing our song

“Our love is strong

Our love is tender

Our love is deep

Our love lasts”

Crossing the bridge

Into the future unknown

With the stars as our witness

We have each other

Always

List of vendors:

Wedding Coordinator - Plan and Gather Events

Venue - Bridge 410

Officiant - Ian Winter

Photographer - Two Birds Photography

Florist - Phillips

Caterer - SBR/True Cuisine

Bar Service - Garfield’s

DJ - Green Line Talent

Hair - 606 Salon - Jackson Hixson

Make up - Independent - Abby Shapiro

Chalkboard Artist - Calligraphy by CT

Special Thanks to Nick Holstein for being my second photographer!

Emily and Kevin

I’m so excited to share some photos from Emily and Kevin’s wedding! It took place on a beautiful June afternoon at Armour House in Lake Forest. When I arrived everything was sparkling and perfectly magical. Emily was so excited and was beaming the entire time she was getting ready. I loved that Kevin brought his dog as part of the groomsmen crew. After their gorgeous ceremony on the lawn they had their intimate reception in the marble hall inside the Armour House surrounded by all the beautiful floral arrangements. Their evening finished with some intense dance moves and an epic sparkler exit. As always Rachel Langlois did a most amazing job as my second photographer!

Karlie and Shawn

Karlie and Shawn got married a couple of weeks ago on a beautiful sunny day at the Eaglewood Resort in Itasca. Their sweet ceremony was held outdoors overlooking the golf course and surrounded by their family and friends. I especially love their walk-in-the-park photos that they did at sunset. So beautiful!! Congratulations to Karlie and Shawn!!

A HUGE thank you to Karen Shoufler for covering for me last minute. Karen is so talented and I love every one of the photos she took!