Celebrating the American flag with Kathryn & Grant's wedding from Aug 2020 at Elements at Water Street, Naperville.

You can always get a feel of how the day is going to go when you walk into the bridal suite. Jenny's crew was finishing up their hair and makeup while listening to good tunes and sipping on champagne. That about sums up the day. Relaxed, beautiful weather, great people, libations and fantastic music. I had the pleasure of spending time with these two fabulous people in February for their engagement session in downtown Naperville where we bonded over smoking meats, whiskey a

I swear. This May has been tricky! Rain, Rain and oh yea, MORE Rain! Krystal and Lukas were nice enough to flex their shoot schedule with me from a Saturday evening to an early start Sunday morning of Mother's Day. I'd say it worked out well. She's a runner and he's her biggest cheerleader.... among many other things. Together they are adorable! I am so looking forward to their wedding May 2020 at Ashley Farm! Check out their 7am engagement session at the beautiful Cantigny

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

Talk about a 3rd wheel.... Charlie couldn't be cuter!! He was my little helper -- collecting pine cones and directing Shauna and Kevin with huge sticks. We also made faces at the happy couple while they were being "mushy". Such a fun little adventure with this crew at The Springbrook Prairie Preserve in Naperville. So looking forward to their wedding Feb 2020! #engaged #napervilleengagement #engagementphotography #chicagoengagement #engagement #napervilleweddingphotographer

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

Envision all your fun, loud and hilarious Italian cousins meeting some charming, yet crazy Englishmen... You now have the perfect vision of what actually happened at Angela and Ciaran's Wedding. I had the pleasure of capturing all the good times, touching moments, wedding decor, British translations and of course the dancing. The feeling of family could not be denied amongst friends, relatives and guests. It reminded me a lot of my own wedding. Friends helping us. Friends o

Kathryn and Grant are so awesome. I am so excited that they picked me to be part of their wedding process. First off, they are super smart and hard working peeps, which I love. Second, Kathryn went to school really close to where I grew up in PA and she's an east coaster (so we bonded). Thirdly, Grant is just cool. Grant and Kathryn wanted a snow shoot -- boy did they get it + frigid temps! Total troopers. For our session, Kathryn we dead set on making us all some hot spik

The things I do on vacation and for fun... 1. Find an adorable couple that want to go on a photography adventure with me 2. Scout mountain trails online for hours 3. Get up at 5:30 AM and drag my sweet husband with me 4. Capture a sunrise engagement session on the top of a mountain outside San Diego CA Well, we got almost everything right... except the sunrise. We beat the rain; however there was a wild fog that just kept hanging around all morning. It gave us an amazing ba

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

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

Ahhh Sarah and Bridget. Let me just tell you... these two clean up well! HAHA. All of my meetings with these two ladies have been going to or coming from Rugby. The usual sportswear attire, a few fresh bruises here or there, but ALWAYS a smile. The three of us bonded over beers, travel and the love of photography. I was so excited to cover their big day and meeting the family. Little did I know there were several "hand models" related to the ladies that were constantly sh

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

You never know where your client referrals are going to come from. One of the sweet ladies I use to work with at my Food Science job knew I was a photographer and asked for my info when her son got engaged. A few weeks later Kelly reached out and after a few emails and phone calls we were booked! Kelly and David are both First Responders. David, a firefighter at the Chicago Fire Department and Kelly a firefighter for Chicago Heights Department and are dedicated to helping

Jocelyn and Kody's love story started in 2011 in passing. Your average college party, drinks, laughs and nothing serious. The story picks back up in 2014. Boy sees girl - a vision in a yellow sundress with an infectious smile. From there, their friendship began to grow. Lots of time together. Talking, laughing and falling in love. Their first date was at Starve Rock, which was a precursor to the proposal, their engagement session location and ultimately wedding venue. T

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

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

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

It was another scorching summer day with tropical humidity for Samantha and Justin's wedding day. The hottest new wedding accessory for 2018 is SWEAT! haha. Or "that special wedding glow". Who needs highlighter?! I am seriously considering taking up residence at Ashley Farm.... the fabulous barn and farmhouse venue that the couple chose for their wedding venue. This wasn't the first time Samantha and Jeremy got married... in fact, it was their third! Commitment! A small c

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