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From the moment I met Danielle for coffee to discuss her wedding plans and get to know her a bit, I felt like we had been pals for ages. She is such a warm, compassionate lady with these beautiful deep brown eyes that simultaneously draw you in and put you at ease.

She and Steven are truly the perfect match for one another.

Danielle & Steven – A Montrose Beach and Bird Sanctuary Chicago Engagement Session

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From the moment I met Danielle for coffee to discuss her wedding plans and get to know her a bit, I felt like we had been pals for ages. She is such a warm, compassionate lady with these beautiful deep brown eyes that simultaneously draw you in and put you at ease.

She and Steven are truly the perfect match for one another.

It seems like only yesterday since Carin and Phil’s incredible art deco influenced, elegant and classic Chicago wedding was held at the stunning St. Jane Hotel in downtown Chicago. This place exudes elegance in a way only that’s only second to the amazing couple themselves.

Gina and Ryan may be sweet and funny and kind and totally in love with each other, but one thing I just can’t believe they aren’t is professional models.

Holy smokes!

Noelle and Brett’s wedding day was perfect. Chicago being Chicago means that the weather will always keep you on your toes. Despite a little summer rain, their city summer wedding day was elegant and unique at the always fabulous Ovation Chicago…

It was a lovely day in July that Melanie & David exchanged vows on the sweeping lawns of the Royal Melbourne Golf Club in Chicago’s north suburbs.

I could probably write a love poem about Melanie’s dress alone….

When Dave contacted me about capturing his surprise proposal to his beautiful girlfriend, Kaycee, I was all about it. When he told me he was going to pop the question in front of Jeni’s Ice Cream Shoppe on Southport Avenue where they had their very first date I just about lost my mind with excitement….

I can’t believe the day has come to officially blog Karen and Matt’s incredible wedding day. Time flies!

Thinking about bringing your dog along on your engagement session? Here are a few reasons why you absolutely should (plus some tips and tricks to make the whole thing run smoothly)!

Paula and Jaime are so much fun. They could seriously teach classes on “how to have a good time during your engagement session” (heck, I would sign up for that class!) and just be all around rad in general.

Now, don’t get me wrong, My wedding day three years ago was amazing and lovely and all of the things one would hope their wedding will be.

But was it in an old Firehouse, you may ask?! Nope. Sadly, there was nary one fire pole to slide down.

Allow me to explain.

-jenna & arie

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"Maura is truly the ONLY option when it comes to picking your wedding photographer. Not only is she incredible at what she does, but she’s an all-around amazing person."

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 "The first thing our guests mention when congratulating us is how spectacular our photographer was (and how flawless our photos are!)." 

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