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University of Chicago // Lindsey + Tim's Wedding

Sarah D

Dec 18, 2017
2 min

University of Chicago // Lindsey + Tim's Wedding

Awww Lindsey and Tim. These two are just a joy to be around. They are the perfect yin and yang - complementary forces. Lindsey, scientific and methodical. Tim, artistic and emotional. Both incredibly respectful, supportive and kind. I had the pleasure of working with them for both their engagement session and wedding, which I love because it lets us get to know each other better. Lindsey and Tim's day started with a little drizzle on a chilly November day. Hidden away in th

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Sarah D

Dec 5, 2017
1 min

What is your Boudoir Style?

After going through my own personal boudoir experience recently and thinking about the struggles I had in figuring out who to work with and what my wardrobe should be. I wanted to create a blog to help give others guidance on things to consider. Finding the perfect balance between style, images that speak to you and your personality is extremely important. Look, we all want to be the sexy siren that wears crazy strappy lingerie but not all of us can really pull it off. THE

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Blumen Garden, Sycamore // Marry Me in the Garden Styled Wedding

Sarah D

Nov 26, 2017
2 min

Blumen Garden, Sycamore // Marry Me in the Garden Styled Wedding

Earthy, Vintage with a hint of glam. And so began the search for a venue. Something off the beaten Chicago wedding path with nooks and crannies that would provide plenty of opportunities to be creative. Blumen Gardens was just that place. Built in 1829 and currently home to a husband and wife team that have renovated and reinvigorated the space over the last 25 years to support their retail garden space, landscaping business and event venue. Earthy and vintage. Now for the hi

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West Loop Chicago // Lauren + Matt Wedding

Sarah D

Sep 24, 2017
1 min

West Loop Chicago // Lauren + Matt Wedding

I cannot even explain how much I adore Lauren and Matt's taste in pretty much EVERYTHING!! Both are artists and magical little unicorn of human beings. I felt extremely honored they picked me to document their wedding. #lifegoals We started the day at The Publishing House Bed and Breakfast. If I could move into this place and live there permanently, I totally would. Hair, Make-up and little champagne with the girls while shooting some of Lauren's incredible bridal details.

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Fullersburg Forest Preserve, Oak Brook // Jocelyn + Kody Engagement Session

Sarah D

Sep 18, 2017
1 min

Fullersburg Forest Preserve, Oak Brook // Jocelyn + Kody Engagement Session

Summer just was not ready to quit! What we thought was going to be a nice fall evening turned into a hot summer night with insane humidity. No matter... Jocelyn and Kody rocked their fall color themed engagement session at one of my favorite hidden gems in Oak Brook. Jocelyn brought a cute chalkboard frame with their date to use for their Save the Date image, so we shot a few with that and started to wander the forest preserve. I had scouted a few spots that I wanted but were

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Pilsen and Chicago Lakeside // Nicole + Andrew's Engagement Session

Sarah D

Sep 9, 2017
1 min

Pilsen and Chicago Lakeside // Nicole + Andrew's Engagement Session

Nicole and Andrew wanted to do a split session for their engagement shoot so we did 1 location with a little grit and 1 with undeniable skyline perfection. I am really excited to shot this couple's wedding in the spring. They are easy going, can laugh at themselves and can have some fun... like play around barefoot by the lake on a fairly windy day, which allowed me to capture some epic sunset shots with the Chicago skyline! #chicagowedding #chicagoengagement #chicagophotog

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Chicago Engagement // Emily + Dan's Session

Sarah D

Sep 4, 2017
1 min

Chicago Engagement // Emily + Dan's Session

Emily and Dan met on an airplane home to one of my favorite cities... Pittsburgh. Dan was finishing med school and Emily was working in the city after graduating from the University of Pittsburgh. They hit it off on the plane. Emily ended up giving Dan a ride home from the airport after a friend forgot to pick him up. The rest is history! Fast forward a few years, they move to Chicago where Emily's family is and Dan is working through his residency and they are buying th

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West Loop, Chicago // Christy and Ed Rock their Wedding in Style

Sarah D

Aug 22, 2017
2 min

West Loop, Chicago // Christy and Ed Rock their Wedding in Style

Christy and Ed are one of those couples that are just a joy to be around. I was lucky enough to shoot both their engagement photos and the wedding. Needless to say, we had a blast at both! They are young professionals that are extremely supportive and loving with of each other and all those around them. They love to have fun. Easy going. Creative. And just awesome! Wedding prep was quite a bustle. Both the ladies and the guys were getting ready at Christy and Ed's apartment

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Cleveland Wedding // Erika and Kevin: An Adventurous Couple Tie the Knot

Sarah D

Aug 14, 2017
2 min

Cleveland Wedding // Erika and Kevin: An Adventurous Couple Tie the Knot

Depending on who you ask, you might get two different answers on how they met. As I understand it, (from the bride) they are another happy couple brought together by online dating. Two Americans in Japan. Two adventurous people seeking a soulmate. Erika, a grade school teacher, on assignment in Machida, Japan. Kevin, a US Navy JAG based near by. Together they have climbed over a handful of mountains. REAL snow capped mountains, like Mt. Fuji. Covered hundreds miles on foot

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River North Chicago // Alexis + Sam's Wedding

Sarah D

Aug 13, 2017
1 min

River North Chicago // Alexis + Sam's Wedding

I remember meeting with Alexis to talk about her wedding on a cold February night at a Starbucks downtown and then suddenly it was August and I was getting the groom into position for his first look with this bride. I had a quick intimate portrait session with the Alexis and Sam after the first look just before the ceremony. There's always something cute and memorable about each couples' ceremony. This one included lots of laughs especially when Sam's ring refused to go on h

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Sarah D

Jun 20, 2017
1 min

Meep Mop Moop

... don't know what that means? Me neither! But it means something very special to an adorable couple. Jess booked me for her boudoir session a few months back with the intent of us work together to create a one of a kind wedding gift for her future husband -- a book entitled Meep Mop Moop. I was so excited to work with her! Jess is one of my favorite local florists. She has styled me well for several shoots and is extremely sweet and talented. I was more than happy to help

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Sarah D

Jun 11, 2017
1 min

Winter Wedding in Schaumburg

Another fantastic wedding shooting with Rachael Watson Photography! Between the floral design, table details and the lighting set-up, you seems to forget it was a drab winter day outside. So much love in the room, amazing family stories, twins, smoke bombs and dance moves! Rachael and Aleksey, thanks for all the fun! Congratulations on your marriage. #chicagowedding #chicagoengagement #chicagophotographer #winterweddings #bride #groom #happilyeverafter #shesaidyes #weddingw

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Sarah D

May 31, 2017
1 min

Chicago Riverwalk Engagement Session

Christy and Ed's pending nuptials have been a long time coming. These two love-birds met through friends back in HIGH SCHOOL. They continued dating through college, long distances, school transfers, bachelor degrees and masters degrees. After all that schooling in manipulating numbers and understand regulations (tax people), Ed was finally wise enough to propose to Christy HAHA. Just kidding, Ed! We had hoped for a lovely spring afternoon since it was the 3rd week of May....

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Sarah D

May 15, 2017
1 min

Twinkling Lights and Warm Hearts

This past fall I had the pleasure of shooting for Rachael Watson Photography and helping capture Natalie and Toby's special day. We met the bride and her energetic and sweet bridal party at The Haight. After the bride was dressed in her best party attire, we had a series of heart felt and loving first looks. One with the bridemaids, Natalie's father and of course... the Groom! The evening seems to fly by as all their guests were enjoying themselves and I was having a blast

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Sarah D

May 6, 2017
1 min

Something a little PG-13

Over the last several months, I have been considering branching out into Boudoir photography more seriously. I have dabbled here and there. This is a delicate style to shoot for several reasons... One, it is very different from my base business of weddings and families. Two, you need to know your stuff in terms of posing to flatter EVERY client. Three, lighting. Four, Lighting. Five, did I mention posing? Six, the challenge of being creative and consistent (oxymoron??) whil

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Sarah D

Apr 5, 2017
1 min

It is Spring and LOVE is in the air!

Julia and Brian booked their fall 2017 wedding with me earlier this year and were really excited to get their spring engagement session on the books. With March weather being questionable at best, we somehow managed to get a warm, partly sunny, spring day between some heavy rain storms. We met at the entrance to Waterfall Glen in Willowbrook and started on our little journey to get to know each other and capture some fantastic images for them. First off... these two are so

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Full of Cheer - Zel and Kris Wed at Revolution Brewing

Sarah D

Mar 12, 2017
2 min

Full of Cheer - Zel and Kris Wed at Revolution Brewing

When your bride has a huge smile on her face when you show up at her hotel door.... you know it is going to be a good day. When your bride, maid of honor and close friend of the bride are cracking jokes about "lady parts".... you know it is going to be a good day. When your groom is near tears when he sees his bride for the first time.... you know if is going to be a good day. When your bridal party STILL wants to take shots at Milton Lee Olive Park and around Logan Square ev

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