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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Well, almost.... My brother and sister-in-law will be celebrating 5 years married this fall. We unfortunately don't get to all be together that often, so we try to have as much fun while we can. During their visit this week we went kayaking on the Fox River, played yard game Olympics (Can-Jam, Croquet, boccie, big jenga and badminton), western burbs brewery tour and squeezed in a 20min photoshoot. I totally guilted my brother into it. I needed a cute couple try out some new

... 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

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

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....

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

When Lindsey and Tim asked me if it be OK for Tim to bring is guitar to their engagement session, I began to understand the vision for their images. As Tim began to play and sing the original songs he wrote for Lindsey, I completely understood their connection. Everything and everyone around them disappeared while they snuggled on a blanket in the Lincoln Park. I caught myself just listening and adoring them together. After the "concert" ended, we took a stroll down to Nor

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

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