Journal

A blog of our current photography work.

Elizabeth and David

A few weeks ago I had the honor of photographing Elizabeth and David’s wedding at Lacuna Artist Lofts in Chicago, IL. I knew I was going to have alot of fun at this wedding when the bridesmaids were dancing through the whole getting ready part of the day. Everything just got better from that point on! We did portraits downtown Chicago on the LaSalle bridge and the south gardens at the art institute. Their outdoor summer wedding was held on the rooftop of Lacuna with the Chicago skyline set as the backdrop. The positive energy during the reception was incredible as the best man and maids of honor gave their toasts and the dance floor was full of intense dance moves. I had a blast being a part of Elizabeth and David’s wedding and can’t wait to show them all of their photos! -Jake

List of vendors:

PLANNER Shh Events @shh.events

VENUE/CATERER-LM Catering + Lacuna Lofts

LIQUOR-Binny’s

FLORIST-Artistic Blooms

DJ-DJ SKL

BAND-3rd Coast Live

HAIR/MAKE UP-Pin Me Up

TRANSPORTATION-M&M Limo

Karina and Evan

Here’s a preview from Karina and Evan’s wedding that took place a few weeks ago in Aurora, IL. The day started with a downpour (for good luck!) that thankfully stopped right before the ceremony and stayed away for the rest of the day. They had a beautiful Catholic ceremony at St. Rita of Cascia. Sometimes church ceremonies can end up being on the serious side but this one was full joy and laughter! Their reception was held at Blackberry Farm’s new wedding venue. I’ve been to Blackberry Farms with my kids many times and I have so many good memories of being there. I was excited when I first met Karina and Evan and they told me where the venue was…I knew it was going to be an amazing place to have a reception! I got so many great shot of people having fun on the carousel and playing games throughout the evening. It was a blast! Thank you Karina and Evan for having me capture it all! -Jake

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!

Jennifer and Brandon

Jennifer and Brandon got married in Naperville in their parent’s backyard a few weeks ago. It was a beautiful summer afternoon to be surrounded by their loved ones as they celebrated their marriage together. I had an absolute blast capturing all the moments as they, and their family, hung out and played games. Congratulations Jennifer and Brandon!

Elizabeth and Matt

Elizabeth and Matt got married a few weekends ago in Highland, Indiana at their home church Our Lady of Grace. Following their beautiful ceremony we took a ride to Hamstra Gardens which was seemingly made for a photoshoot with a bridal party complete with several beautiful backdrops in a line AND a trampoline. We had so much fun doing their bridal party pictures. From there it was a quick drive to The Pavilion at Sandy Pines in Demotte, IN where they partied late into the night! Congrats to Elizabeth and Matt!!