Apolonia and Ashley

I had the joy of photographing Ashley and Apolonia's beautiful summer wedding a couple of weeks ago at Lake Katherine in Palos Heights. It was so awesome to capture the love these brides have for each other! Apolonia looked gorgeous in her gown and Ashley looked incredible in her blue suit. Their wedding was full of happy tears, laughter, and love. I am so grateful I was able to be a part of it all. Check out a few of my favorite photos from their day!

Bride and her dad before she walks into her ceremony.

Bride watches as her bride walks down the aisle.

Dad hugs his daughter at wedding ceremony.

Bride and bride portrait at Lake Katherine.

Father daughter dance at wedding reception.

Bride and bride first dance at wedding reception.

Old time black and white portrait of bride and bride.

List of vendors:

Catering: Catering by Diane

Flowers: Kennicott Brothers

Cake: Creative Cakes Bakery

Katy and Seth

Katy and Seth had a beautiful day for their sweet summer wedding a few weeks ago! Katy and her girls got ready at the The Freehand Hotel, which was absolutely amazing. We had so much fun with them and their bridal party, as we hit up a few spots around the city for portraits.

Katy was absolutely stunning, and Seth could not keep his eyes off her. We loved their style, their incredible florals by Life in Bloom, and the way their entire day reflected who they are as a couple.

Jordyn, and her team from Bliss Weddings & Events kept the day running smoothly and perfectly timed. We loved all the thought that was put into every detail, and we were so honored to be a part of their day.

Please take a peek through a slideshow of some of our favorite images!

Best wishes to Katy and Seth

Jake and Jennifer

Dress hanging up at the Freehand Hotel, Chicago.

Bride getting ready at the Freehand hotel, Chicago.

Bride walks down the stairs at the Freehand hotel.

Bride and groom portrait at Washington Park.

Bride and groom portrait at Washington Park, Chicago.

Bride and groom portrait at Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL.

Bride and groom walk through Lincoln Park.

Bride and groom looks at skyline at North Ave Beach, Chicago.

Bride at groom kiss with Chicago skyline in background.

Bride and groom walk along path at North Ave Beach, Chicago.

Detail of Chuppah at Jewish wedding ceremony.

Bride and groom exchage rings at Jewish wedding ceremony.

Bride and groom at Jewish wedding ceremony.

Grom stomps glass at Jewis wedding ceremony.

View from wedding reception at Morgan's on Fulton.

Bride and groom at Morgna's on Fulton wedding reception.

Bride and groom listen to speech at their wedding reception.

View of wedding reception at Morgan's on Fulton.

Maid of honor speech at Morgan's on Fulton.

Bride and her parent watch mother son dance.

Party and dancing at Morgan's on Fulton.

List of vendors:

Wedding Consultant: Bliss Weddings & Events

Cocktail Hour and Ceremony Location: Chicago Sinai Congregation

Reception Location: Morgan’s On Fulton

Floral/Décor: Life in Bloom

Table Rentals for Cocktail Hour: Tablescapes

Hair: Stylisted

Dessert: Homers Ice Cream

Transportation: Windy City Limousine

DJ: Style Matters

Bridal Party Getting Ready Location: The Freehand Hotel

Peter and Sarah

It's always a special honor to be included in the weddings of our family. Jennifer's cousin Peter, and his stunning bride, Sarah, had the sweetest DIY wedding at the Farnsley Moremen Landing in Louisville, KY a few weeks ago. Their beautiful, heartfelt ceremony was filled with laughter and love, and we couldn't be happier for the two of them.

We loved all their delicate and simple details, and the way Peter couldn't take his eyes off of his new wife - or the smile from his face. Our kids loved the ice cream bar, and exploring the beautiful grounds of the property!

Many congratulations to this amazing couple as they start their life together.

We love you!

Jake and Jennifer

Bride and groom first look under an old tree.

Portrait of bride and groom at the Farnsley-Moremen Landing.

Bride hugs her mom and her wedding ceremony.

Bride hugs her dad at her wedding ceremony.

Parents watch their kid's wedding ceremony.

Natalie and Ryan

Natalie and Ryan got married a couple of weeks ago at one of our favorite Chicago wedding venues, Salvage One. It's a cool place to shop at but it's even cooler to have your wedding at! Their day started with a few getting ready shots and some portraits at a place called Publishing House Bed and Breakfast. From there we went over to Salvage One to finish up our portraits before their indoor ceremony. We absolutely love all the mismatched pews and chandeliers that make up the ceremony space not to mention the giant elephant statues flanking the aisle. After the ceremony Natalie and Ryan's bulldog Bodie made an appearance and stole the show for a bit. It was such a good day and I loved being a part of their wedding. Every detail was flawlessly coordinated by Kim Gapinski of Bride +Joy Events. She's amazing and if you are needing a coordinator you should check out her website!

Bride gets a kiss from her flower girls.

Bride and groom Irish hand tying tradition.

Bride and groom exit from their ceremony at Salvage One.

Bride and groom first dance at Salvage One.

Bride and groom nighttime portrait at Salvage One.

List of vendors:

Coordination: Bride + Joy Events

Venue: Salvage One

Food and Beverage: Big Delicious Planet

Entertainment: Style Matters DJs

Ceremony and Cocktail Music: String Theory

Floral/Decor: Field & Florist

Videography: Al De La Pena

Makeup artist: To Have + To Glow, Kelsey Joelle

Hair Stylist: Sola Salon

Transportation: M&M Limousine

Katia and Michael

Katia and Mike were married on beautiful summer day a couple weeks ago in the English Garden at the Chicago Botanic Gardens. Every detail of their day was perfectly coordinated by Melissa from Clementine Custom Events. They are an amazing company and if you're looking for a coordinator definitely check them out! The Chicago Botanic Garden is one of those places that wherever I turn it is just beautiful and can shoot at all day long. Katia looked stunning in her wedding gown and Mike looked handsome in his blue suit. They were such an awesome couple to work for!

Thank you to Jamie Engelhardt for second shooting with me! You can check out her amazing work here.