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Engagements

Newfields in Late Summer: Alan and Erin’s Garden Engagement Session

We had the absolute joy of photographing Alan and Erin’s engagement session at Newfields on one of those fleeting last days of summer. The golden light and vibrant blooms of the gardens provided the perfect backdrop for a couple whose love story is just as beautiful.

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Love in the City: Downtown Chicago Engagement Photos

Amanda and Jordan’s downtown Chicago engagement session was a beautiful blend of romance and fun. From The Rookery’s iconic spiral staircase, where they shared quiet moments surrounded by stunning architecture, to the bustling streets of the Financial District, their session captured the heart of Chicago and their love for each other. Walking hand in hand through the city’s urban energy, they laughed and connected in ways that made every photo feel natural and full of life.

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Mara and Sean stand under the elegant white arches of the Lilly Mansion at Newfields

Engagements

Mara and Sean’s Dreamy Newfields Engagement Session

Join us as we celebrate Mara and Sean’s enchanting engagement session at Newfields. Under the romantic glow of a warm summer evening, we captured the genuine love and joy between this incredible couple amidst the lush gardens and iconic white arches of the Lilly Mansion. Discover their modern love story, heartfelt moments, and captivating travels in our latest blog post.

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The Multifaceted Art of Wedding Photography

Recently, the rise in popularity of “documentary style” wedding photography has inspired many photographers, myself included, to embrace a more candid and authentic approach to capturing wedding days. This trend has highlighted the beauty of unposed moments and the genuine emotions that naturally unfold. While I find myself irresistibly drawn to these candid moments like […]

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