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!!

Izzy and Jon

Izzy and Jon got married a couple of weeks ago in Aurora, IL at the fabulous Two Brother’s Roundhouse. I keep wanting to call it the “Two Birds Roundhouse” but i have no affiliation with Two Brother’s, however, I do really like their beer. Haha

Izzy and Jon were a blast to work with. The theme of their wedding was movies and each of the tables were represented by different movie that they love and the favors were boxes of movie candies. I am pleased to say I got Reese’s Pieces at my spot. One of my favorite moments from their wedding is when Izzy surprised Jon when she worked in the Lord of the Rings “One ring to bind them all” quote into the vows. I laughed all day long with Izzy and Jon and I am so happy that I got to be their photographer. Enjoy the photos!!

Bella and Spencer

I just absolutely adore Bella and Spencer and their style. Their cheerful and bright personalities lit up my day and it was easy to forget about the rain when I was with them. I was delighted every time I found a butterfly in their decor. Their wedding ceremony took place at St. Joseph’s in Libertyville followed by a reception at the classy Lincolnshire Marriott Resort. Special thanks to Nick Holstein for photographing alongside me. Cheers to Bella and Spencer and I wish them many blessings!! -Jake

Caroline and James