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Sarah D

Jun 14, 2019
2 min

Jenny + Andrew's Wedding // Warehouse 109, Plainfield IL

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

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Cantigny Park, Wheaton Engagement // Krystal + Lukas

Sarah D

Jun 5, 2019
1 min

Cantigny Park, Wheaton Engagement // Krystal + Lukas

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

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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 // Shauna + Kevin + Charlie

Sarah D

May 8, 2019
1 min

Naperville Engagement // Shauna + Kevin + Charlie

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

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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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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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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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Two Brothers Roundhouse Wedding // Sarah + Bridget

Sarah D

Jan 24, 2019
1 min

Two Brothers Roundhouse Wedding // Sarah + Bridget

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

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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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Tinley Park Wedding - 350 Brewing // Kelly + David

Sarah D

Dec 21, 2018
1 min

Tinley Park Wedding - 350 Brewing // Kelly + David

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

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Hyatt Lodge at McDonald's Campus Wedding //Jocelyn + Kody

Sarah D

Dec 12, 2018
1 min

Hyatt Lodge at McDonald's Campus Wedding //Jocelyn + Kody

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

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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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Itasca Wedding // Ann + Yogen - A Wedding Experience Like No Other!

Sarah D

Oct 8, 2018
2 min

Itasca Wedding // Ann + Yogen - A Wedding Experience Like No Other!

Ann and Yogen were planning their blended wedding event from Ohio with the help of family and friends. Ann and I hit it off over the phone right away. We had a good laugh about neither of us participating in and Indian Wedding before and we were both learning. Luckily (mostly for Ann) we had a great teacher in Yogen, who shared all the details and nuances that were important to his family. I had all hands on deck for the big celebration. Sarah, of Sarah Crost Photography,

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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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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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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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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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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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