Stories

If you’re planning a wedding at the South Shore Cultural Center wedding venue in Chicago, you’re choosing one of the most iconic and visually stunning spaces the city has to offer. With its grand architecture, lakeside views, and elegant ballroom, it’s a dream location for timeless, heartfelt celebrations. As a Chicago wedding photographer, I had the honor of […]

Salon 61 is one of Chicago’s most exciting new wedding venues, and I had the opportunity to photograph a recent wedding there that truly captured the spirit of the city. As a Chicago wedding photographer focused on storytelling and documentary-style photography, I’m always on the lookout for spaces that allow moments to unfold naturally. Salon […]

Weddings like Renee and Jack’s remind me why I love what I do. Their celebration at Sarabande, tucked in the heart of Chicago, had this quiet elegance—modern, intimate, and full of meaning. The venue’s clean lines and thoughtful layout gave the day a refined feel, but the real warmth came from the people.

It was a cold day in Chicago as Alissa & Steve tied the knot. The snow from the day before created a magical scene. This couple is intentional in everything they do. I absolutely loved the intimacy of their city hall wedding. After the ceremony, we walked around downtown Chicago, capturing beautiful moments and having […]

As I arrived at the University of Chicago campus to photograph Claire and Tim’s wedding, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation. The beautiful fall foliage provided the perfect backdrop for their special day.

Maeve and Vince’s wedding at The Lytle House was one of those perfectly laid-back Chicago celebrations. Tucked in the Edgewater neighborhood, this charming wedding venue offers a peaceful, garden-style escape right in the middle of the city. It was the ideal setting for a day that felt intimate, honest, and full of heart.

There’s just something about a Cafe Brauer wedding that feels classic Chicago. The architecture, the location right by Lincoln Park, and the way the light pours into the space—it all creates a setting that’s hard to beat. But what made this day unforgettable wasn’t just the venue. It was the people. From the first look to the […]

As we strolled across the Brooklyn Bridge at sunrise, I couldn’t help but feel the warmth and joy that radiated from them. It was a privilege to witness their quiet moments of tenderness and to capture the love that they share so effortlessly.

I knew that this day was going to be filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments for Ciara and Jack’s dear family and friends, some of whom had traveled all the way from Ireland to witness this union.

When L & G told me they wanted their wedding portraits at the Art Institute of Chicago, I was genuinely excited. It’s one of the most iconic locations in the city, and such a beautiful backdrop for timeless, documentary-style images. The way they looked at each other, quiet and fully present, made the session feel effortless. […]