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Alison Mae

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Kara and Kurt walking through Lincoln Park during Chicago Engagement Session

Engagements

Love in Lincoln Park | Kara & Kurt’s Chicago Engagement

Some people send flowers across town.
Kurt sent his across the world. With nothing but a time zone, a name, and love that didn’t care about distance.

They met at Indiana University, started talking, and then Kara left for six months in Australia. But when Covid brought her home early, everything changed. “Without Covid,” she says, “there would be no us.”

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Groom playfully pushes bride on a gold luggage cart at Hotel Carmichael, bride smiling in a sleek white gown with open back

Wedding

Timeless Hotel Carmichael Wedding in the Heart of Carmel, Indiana

The morning at Hotel Carmichael began quietly, with sunlight pouring into the bridal suite and soft blue bridesmaid dresses swaying gently on their hangers. Agnes moved through the space with calm joy, getting ready alongside her mom and best friends, each moment unfolding slowly and with meaning. One of the sweetest parts of the morning came when she knelt down to hug Ellie, her golden doodle and proud flower girl. They shared a quiet moment, just the two of them, and it was easy to see the bond they’ve built over the years. As huge animal lovers ourselves, we always cherish when our couples include their pets in their wedding day, and Ellie was an absolute highlight.

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Bride and groom standing in the grand Omni Severin ballroom

Wedding

Elegant Winter Wedding at The Omni Severin

Cindy and Jeff’s wedding at the Omni Severin in Indianapolis was nothing short of magical. A celebration of love, family, and intentionality, every detail was thoughtfully curated to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. From the candlelit ceremony to a surprise visit from Santa, their day was filled with unforgettable moments.

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A moment frozen in time - a black and white image of people walking by the Wrigley Building in Chicago with some of the subjects blurring from motion

Reflections

2024: A Year of Connection, Creativity, and Change

As we wind down 2024 and make way for 2025, we’re reflecting on our 2024 wedding photography highlights. It was a year of soaring new heights (literally, thanks to Zach’s drone license), heartwarming milestones, and, let’s be real, navigating a few tearful moments along the way. But hey, that’s life—it’s messy, beautiful, and sometimes involves adopting two ginger cats and a 29-year-old tortoise. Let’s recap, shall we?

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