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    Chicago Engagement // Stephanie + John
    Sarah D
    • May 23, 2019
    • 1 min

    Chicago Engagement // Stephanie + John

    A quick beer at Hampton Social to loosen up and away we went! Stephanie and John were up for a little adventure downtown on what should have been a great spring day. #chicagoweathersucks We made the best of it and gave John and extra excuse to snuggle Stephanie and her goosebumps. Lovin those smiles! Can't wait for the fall! #engaged #napervilleengagement #chicagoengagement #engagementphotography #engagement #napervilleweddingphotographer #chicagoweddingphotographer #weddi
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    Naperville Engagement // Jenny + Andrew
    Sarah D
    • May 4, 2019
    • 1 min

    Naperville Engagement // Jenny + Andrew

    In honor of this sweet couple's big day tomorrow, I am happy to share some of the fabulous engagement session images we were able to capture. Jenny and Andrew wanted to wander downtown Naperville with a couple breaks built in. Andrew was recovering from a broken ankle, so of course we obliged with a stop at Hotel Indigo's bar and then on to The Craftsmen for a bourbon break.... 'cause, why not?! Jenny and Andrew are my first wedding of the 2019 season and I am so excited to
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    Chicago City Hall Wedding // Michelle + Krishna Elope in the Snow
    Sarah D
    • Apr 9, 2019
    • 1 min

    Chicago City Hall Wedding // Michelle + Krishna Elope in the Snow

    Michelle and Krishna had a full 18 months of wedding celebrations ahead of them but they couldn't wait! They have a wedding with Michelle's family in Texas and a celebration with Krishna's family in India but they wanted something just for themselves. Insert a City Hall Wedding. I met these two Saturday morning, bright and early before the City Hall doors were open. It was a blustery and flurry filled day. The line of lovely folks waiting to get married grew and we all hud
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    Portage Park // Angie + Gil's Wedding
    Sarah D
    • Mar 17, 2019
    • 1 min

    Portage Park // Angie + Gil's Wedding

    As Gil states it, Angie stalked him until he asked her to marry him. These two made me laugh so much all wedding long. Gil with his stoic stature and Angie with her BURSTING personality, fantastic smile and laugh. I guess you could say they perfectly even each other out. The only point of contention I could see if that he's a die hard Cubs fan and she was raised a Sox fan, Somehow it works haha. They had a short and sweet ceremony with lots of tears and laughs, family photos
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    Midlane Country Club Wedding // Megan + Dan
    Sarah D
    • Mar 2, 2019
    • 1 min

    Midlane Country Club Wedding // Megan + Dan

    It is always special to be able to work with your clients early on in their wedding adventure. I had the pleasure playing and planning with Megan and Dan for almost a year. By the time the big day rolled around, we were in sync and ready to have some fun. Megan and Dan's wedding day was extraordinarily hot for late September and those mosquitos were looking to go out of season with full bellies! I honestly don't remember their portraits. I mean. I know they turned out great
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    Glen Ellyn Engagement // Carolyn + Will
    Sarah D
    • Feb 16, 2019
    • 1 min

    Glen Ellyn Engagement // Carolyn + Will

    Carolyn's personality is a bright as her gorgeous red hair! Her and Will are such a compliment to each other and I cannot wait for this wedding this summer. I have a feeling there will be plenty of giggles and fun with these two. This adorable couple started their romance at work. Carolyn took the initiative to connect with this tall drink of water. I am sure it didn't take Will too long to realize he couldn't resist her smile and energetic personality. They've been insep
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    Engagement Session Giveaway
    Sarah D
    • Jan 1, 2019
    • 1 min

    Engagement Session Giveaway

    It is here! Contest time for you newly engaged, dripping with love, adorable couples! Between Jan 2 - Jan 31 you can enter to win a FREE engagement session to celebrate your commitment to love. Engagement sessions are so near and dear to my heart. It is an awesome time to get to know my couples, act goofy and celebrate your relationship. So here are the details: ---> Enter to Win HERE ---> TWO Couples will be selected on Feb 1 - I'll contact via email ---> Schedule your enga
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    Lincoln Park Engagement // Abby + Connor
    Sarah D
    • Dec 9, 2018
    • 2 min

    Lincoln Park Engagement // Abby + Connor

    I met Abby and Connor over 2 years ago when capturing her lovely sister, Ashley's wedding in July 2016. It was a small wedding and I had the chance to mingle and get to know the family. They were all so sweet and welcoming. Abby and Connor's relationship was somewhat new at that time but he already had the superhero designation from the family because of how helpful and fun he was during Ashley's wedding. Post wedding, the two headed back to Texas not knowing they were goin
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    The Lakewood Styled Wedding // Wedded with Color and Style
    Sarah D
    • Dec 6, 2018
    • 4 min

    The Lakewood Styled Wedding // Wedded with Color and Style

    Wedding inspiration can come in many forms. Current trends, architecture, the look of an era. It can come from something as simple as a color. That’s how it started for our creative team. Color! Lots of bright, beautiful color. The 2017 Chicago winter and spring seemed particularly depressing this year with endless cold and cloudy days. It only took one warm day to sprout hope for flowers, greenery and whimsical love. Once we landed on our inspiration, assembling the right ve
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    West Loop Engagement // Britni + Ryan
    Sarah D
    • Nov 18, 2018
    • 1 min

    West Loop Engagement // Britni + Ryan

    It is hard to believe that my session with Britni and Ryan was only 2 short weeks ago. There were colorful leaves on the trees and it was somewhat nice out.... ugh. Winter is here. But we can check these out images and pretend it is still fall. As Britni and Ryan start pulling their final wedding details together for their big day at The Hive. To celebrate we got together for a fun engagement session in their neighborhood. We spent the afternoon wandering around a few bl
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    Eagle Brook Golf Club Wedding // Rachel + Austin
    Sarah D
    • Sep 7, 2018
    • 2 min

    Eagle Brook Golf Club Wedding // Rachel + Austin

    Rachel and Austin. Say it with me... AWWWWWWWH. Such a cute couple. These two met in college at Baylor, deep in the heart of Texas on a blind date. There was a little magic. 10 months later Austin was proposing in front of a huge traditional bonfire during Baylor's Homecoming weekend. Of course she said yes. Unfortunately, Rachel and Austin were still in Texas and planning their wedding from afar with some help from family and friends. Austin was working and Rachel finish
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    Naperville Wedding // Amanda + Justin
    Sarah D
    • Aug 8, 2018
    • 1 min

    Naperville Wedding // Amanda + Justin

    I met Justin and Amanda over coffee to talk about all their wedding plans. A small and simple wedding at Meson Sabika with close family and friends from all over (Michigan, Ohio, Ireland and local). Aside from the crazy heat and humidity that day, it was just that. I met the bride in the early afternoon for some detail photos and her getting into the dress. followed shortly after the with first look and a few portraits with the two of them and family. With sweat dripping off
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    Emerson Creek Wedding // Aimee + Dave
    Sarah D
    • Jul 29, 2018
    • 2 min

    Emerson Creek Wedding // Aimee + Dave

    I am writing this blog with a glass of whiskey on ice to honor the marriage of two fantastic people. I met Aimee and Dave in December of last year. Honestly, after our second meeting (their engagement session), I felt like I was part of the family. They are both so warm, fun and welcoming. We bonded over drinks, football and pretty things. Aimee could not wait to marry Dave and Dave would glow whenever Aimee sent a smile his way. It was more than adorable. Their wedding
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    The "Back Room" Studio is OPEN!
    Sarah D
    • Jun 12, 2018
    • 1 min

    The "Back Room" Studio is OPEN!

    For those of you not aware, my husband and I have been quietly working on renovating a room in our home to create studio space for boudoir, portraits and headshots. I honestly don't know what I would do without him. He's a drywall spackling machine and very creative. He helped me create a beautiful space, handmade headboard for the room and put up with my indecisiveness on some finishing touches. I am pretty lucky to have such a partner in crime because now I get to creat
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    Mistwood Golf Club Wedding // Chelsea + Jeremy
    Sarah D
    • Jun 3, 2018
    • 2 min

    Mistwood Golf Club Wedding // Chelsea + Jeremy

    Chelsea and Jeremy met in college and turned their friendship into a love that will get them through anything. A kind of love that can change the world. A kind of love that's kinda like a super hero power... These two are incredible separately but even better together. Strong, confident, caring and some of the nicest people you'll ever meet. I had some a lovely time capturing their special day. The family and friends they surrounded themselves with was very special. Chelse
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    Chicago Wedding Photography // Nicole + Andrew
    Sarah D
    • May 28, 2018
    • 1 min

    Chicago Wedding Photography // Nicole + Andrew

    Nicole and Andrew are such sweet, down to earth people. They met at Michigan State University but their love story didn't begin until they had both moved to Chicago for work. They reconnected as friends and quickly fell in love with Chicago and each other. Andrew even proposed to Nicole at a Cubs game. These two have an incredible network of friends and family that have supported them on their journey. Listening to all the toasts, interactions with friends, quick smiles a
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    St. Louis Boudoir // Cupcakes and Lingerie
    Sarah D
    • May 12, 2018
    • 1 min

    St. Louis Boudoir // Cupcakes and Lingerie

    I had the opportunity to shoot a concept boudoir session recently with one of my favorite ladies, Hana. I was dying to do an in-home session. Something fun. Something real. Ladies... you all know that you have made a batch of cookies, cupcakes or other treats in your undies before... why not photograph it! So we did. Hana loves to bake. Doing something you love in a comfortable environment, like your home makes something like a boudoir session SO much less nerve racking. T
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    Chicago Cultural Center Proposal // Mike + Liz
    Sarah D
    • Apr 8, 2018
    • 1 min

    Chicago Cultural Center Proposal // Mike + Liz

    When an old friend calls you out of the blue to coordinate capturing his surprise proposal.... of course you accept. Open House weekend in Chicago allows free entry to some of the most breathe taking buildings in the city. Mike and Liz met up with me at The Chicago Cultural Center. Mike made up an elaborate story about how I wanted to come take photos with a new toy in the city, so it wasn't weird that we were hanging out and I brought some gear. As we wondered the Cultural
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    Elign Family Photography // Baby G Putting on a Show
    Sarah D
    • Mar 24, 2018
    • 1 min

    Elign Family Photography // Baby G Putting on a Show

    I would like to introduce Baby Gianna. Likes: Shiny reflectors Sophia the Giraffe Mom and Dad The ABC song Zoey the Dog Dislikes: Naps A new add to the likes list is a photoshoot. Gianna had a great time getting her pictures taken. She rocked her 6 month portrait session. Luck for me she learned how to sit up (well kinda) that day before we met. Scroll down to check out this adorable face! #familymemories #familyportraits #familyphotography #chicagophotographer #chicagofam
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    Chicago Bridal Inspiration // Light and Airy Bridal Shoot with Amazing Wedding Vendors
    Sarah D
    • Mar 6, 2018
    • 1 min

    Chicago Bridal Inspiration // Light and Airy Bridal Shoot with Amazing Wedding Vendors

    So much LADY BOSS, Girl Powder, Who Runs the World? Girls!... whatever you want to call it... A bunch of incredible, female owned. wedding vendors were assembled by Sophia, owner of Sophia Bella Bridal to execute a vision. Light and airy, trend setting hair and makeup bridal looks to show off her team's mad skills! Follow all these incredible talents on Instagram or Facebook. Get inspired by the best and book their services for your big day! You won't regret it! Professional
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