Mil and Kris live in L.A. and made the trip out to Chicago for the very first time this past weekend. They wanted to have professional pictures taken during their vacation so that they could show their future kids these photos one day – and hopefully inspire them to travel as well. Mil said she […]

When one of my favorite photographers and dear friend, Jordan Quinn, comes to town from Seattle – I jump at the opportunity to work with her. If I’m not already booked with one of my JT Brides… I’m all hers. It’s like combining work with play. We laugh at silly things, pretty much always accidentally […]

As a wedding and event photographer, I see all different types of themes and decor. Couples have so many different ways they can incorporate their style into the wedding day. Centerpieces, unique guest books, desert bars, special jewelry, hand-written name cards, fun invitations… there are SO many details, the possibilities are endless. And to be […]

Tijana reached out to me back in January after finding me on Pinterest. She and Aleks are getting married in Michigan – but they wanted to do some engagement photos in the Windy City, as well. During this gorgeous engagement session, they told me how their love story started a few years ago at a […]

Taylor + Joe started dating in high school, and they’ve never looked back. They beat the long-distance relationship struggles through college and grad school… and they’ve found a way to spend quality time together despite Taylor’s hectic work schedule (Taylor works as an Athletic Trainer at North Central College in Naperville). I’ve known Taylor for […]

The fourth installment of my Wedding Inspiration Blog Series is all about the ladies. If you’ve missed the first three posts, I talked about Wedding Dresses, Flowers, and Tuxedos – so head over to whatever part of the planning process you’re on and get inspired. Choosing your bridesmaid dresses is all about personal preference. Everyone […]

I have an addiction. A serious obsession.  I just can’t get enough details. Beautiful florals, vintage china, food whose presentation is just as amazing as the taste. I love it all. And Chicago Event Planner Christine Janda at A Perfect Event knows how to pull them all together. I worked with her on a beautiful Asian […]