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Some love stories begin long before the wedding day — and Morgan and Camden have known each other since kindergarten. On their St. John the Evangelist wedding day, you could feel just how deep that history runs. There’s a particular kind of comfort between two people who have grown up side by side, and it […]

Photographing a friend’s wedding hits differently — and Tim and Taylor are exactly the kind of people you want to celebrate. I’ve been lucky to call these two friends for years (we’ve even traveled through Ireland together), so standing behind my camera on their Gabis Arboretum wedding day felt less like work and more like […]

A Chicago Wedding Venue That Lives Up to Its Name Loft Lucia literally translates to “Loft of Light” — and from the moment you walk in, you understand why that name fits. Located in Chicago’s West Loop at 7 N Carpenter Street, Loft Lucia is a two-level event space with oversized industrial windows, exposed brick, […]

I loved everything about this wedding reception at The Morton Arboretum. The venue is located 25 miles west of Chicago in Lisle, Illinois. It spans 1,700 acres of curated living landscape — huge trees, stunning gardens, clear lakes, and a historic estate that has hosted visitors since 1910.  For this particular wedding day, I had […]

There are wedding venues that are beautiful. And then there are venues that make you stop and think about the day. South Shore Cultural Center was one of those venues. Tucked into Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood along the edge of Lake Michigan, this venue is one of the city’s best-kept secrets — a Mediterranean-revival building […]

If you have ever dreamed of a wedding venue that feels sophisticated, romantic, and rich with historic character, a Patrick Haley Mansion wedding may be exactly what you are searching for. Located at 17 S Center Street in downtown Joliet, Illinois, the mansion sits just outside Chicago, making it easily accessible for couples planning a […]

If you have been searching for a wedding venue in Northwest Indiana that feels like nothing else in the region, let me introduce you to The Grand at the Crown Point Courthouse Wedding Venue. This historic gem left me completely in awe. I knew I had to share it — not just because the photos […]

If you have ever wondered what it feels like to get married inside a venue that feels equal parts romance and grandeur — this Morris Performing Arts Center wedding is your answer. From the moment I walked through those doors, I knew this was going to be one of those days that stays with you. […]

There are venues that are beautiful… and then there are venues that tell a story. Elevator 23 is a wedding venue where history, restoration, and intentional design come together to create something completely unforgettable. I recently had the chance to photograph the space, and it’s the kind of location that instantly sparks inspiration—for couples, photographers, […]

This wedding at The BRIX on the Fox was the perfect blend of modern elegance and timeless romance—set against one of the most unique venues in the Chicagoland area. From the moment guests arrive at a wedding at The BRIX on the Fox, the tone of the day feels intentional and elevated. This celebration felt […]