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Elegant Chicago Winter Wedding at The Drake Hotel

Katie and Michael’s classic and elegant Chicago winter wedding took place amidst the twinkling lights and festive ambiance of the holiday season. The wedding weekend kicked off with a rehearsal dinner and welcome party at The Drake Hotel the night before the main event. Against the backdrop of the hotel adorned in holiday finery, friends […]

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Chicago Fall Engagement Session with Dogs | Tips for Including Dogs in Photos

Kristin and Paul’s Chicago fall engagement session included their two adorable puppies, Ike and Chestnut. These loving dogs are important to Kristin and Paul so naturally we had to include them in their session. We met at a local West Loop dog park for the first part of their session.  Chicago Fall Engagement Session I […]

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Four Seasons Hotel Chicago Wedding

Capturing Lauren and Shane’s autumnal wedding day was a dream! Their Four Seasons Hotel Chicago wedding took place in late October, but the weather was beautiful. The day began in Lauren’s gorgeous childhood home where she readied with all her friends, sisters, and parents. They enjoyed champagne and savored the moment, even shedding a few […]

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Butterfield Country Club Fall Wedding

I had the joy of capturing Maddie and Joe’s beautiful and sunny, early October wedding at Butterfield Country Club in Oak Brook, Illinois. Their day was infused with personal touches, heartfelt moments, and an atmosphere of love and joy as family and friends gathered to celebrate Maddie and Joe. Like most weddings, their day began […]

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