Chicago’s historic architecture, soft winter light, and a nearly empty cityscape made for a perfect engagement session with Maddie and Sam. While many couples dream of a warm-weather shoot, winter engagement sessions have a charm of their own—especially when you’re drawn to the classic beauty of downtown Chicago.

I had the pleasure of photographing Nicole and Chris' engagement session at the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool in Chicago, and it was truly a joy to work with this amazing couple. As a photographer, I love when my clients choose locations that have special meaning to them. For Nicole and Chris, the Lily Pool was the perfect choice because of their love for hiking and spending time outdoors.

Spring is a time of new beginnings, and what better way to celebrate that than with an engagement session! Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing Jenny & David on Chicago's Museum Campus. The weather really turned in our favor, and it was a perfect warm sunny day.

It’s a given that I end up going to familiar locations around the city with my clients, but I’m always interested in a place I haven’t been. Adrienne mentioned she lived near Graceland Cemetery and that her and Kellen like to take walks there.

In the meantime, since we’re heading into September, I wanted to share their fall engagement photos from last year. I had a blast working with them then as I did in Montana. We started off near the Kinzie Street Bridge. The bridge itself has some really nice views down the Chicago River.

Maddie & Kris’ original wedding date was today. On one level it’s sad they weren’t able to celebrate with their family and friends this year. That said, they took an upbeat and humorous approach to this entire situation, and I’m excited to photograph their wedding in 2021!

On June 6, 2019, Rachel and Alvie will stand before their nearest and dearest to profess their love for one another and renew their commitment to a marriage that has seen its fair share of struggle. I am deeply honored to be working with Wish Upon A Wedding, to help visually capture and tell the story of this strong and wonderful couple.

Working with the same family for multiple weddings is something I really enjoy. Having been the photographer for Seth’s sister’s wedding, I am excited to have the opportunity to do the same for him and his bride-to-be Melanie. If the energy the day of their wedding is anything like it was for this awesome engagement session, then we’re in for a great time!

As lovers of the city, Lauren and Josh wanted to feature some popular areas for their engagement session. We headed downtown to the Chicago River, the Riverwalk, El Train, Millennium Park, and the Lurie Gardens, capturing the sweet moments.

I truly do enjoy when the couple makes their engagement session personal to them and their relationship. For Laura & Victor, not only did we photograph in their neighborhood of Fulton Market, but we also stopped by the spot of their first date at RM Champagne.

I feel like Sara & Mike’s engagement session started a trend for my couples….. beginning their sessions at their favorite pub / tavern / brewery. For them, it was an awesome little placed called Beermiscuous in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood.

I'm always here to help my couples with deciding where to photograph their engagement sessions.  I have plenty of advice and insight about where to go in our beautiful city.  That said, I'm always interested to hear their ideas and see what they bring to the table.