Oddly enough, Jowita & Robert's wedding at Nico Osteria inside the Thompson Chicago was the first New Year's Eve event I've photographed.  Jowita works in the wedding industry, and we first met at Thursday Therapy, a wedding networking event.  Both her and Robert are incredibly gracious and were a ton of fun to work with throughout the entire process.

Caroline & Michael’s big day is a wonderful example of a classic Chicago wedding, with a beautiful mix of modern and historical elements. Their ceremony was held at one of the most recognizable catholic churches in Chicago, Holy Name Cathedral.

Laura & Michael hosted an incredibly stylish and modern wedding at the Thompson Chicago in the Gold Coast neighborhood.  I always enjoy collaborating with clients who have a clear vision of their wedding day, while at the same time allowing room for my process, and for letting the day unfold naturally.  Weather-wise it can be a little risky planning a spring wedding in Chicago.  Although it was cold, the sun was out, which made for some great bridal party photos in Mariano Park.

Charry & Michael are an incredibly sweet couple, and it was a true pleasure documenting their spring wedding at the DoubleTree North Shore.  Mike is actually an amateur architectural photographer.  I'm always especially honored when a fellow shooter chooses to work with me.

Robin & Scott's wedding was my first for 2016, and an outstanding event to start off the season.  The couple has a great chemistry together, and more than anything else, simply wanted to get married, see their family & friends, and have fun.  Looking back on this wedding, we got access to some truly cool indoor locations.  

Brook & Mélanie's wedding truly was an honor to be a part of, and was actually a bit of a milestone for me.  This was the first same-sex wedding that I was hired to photograph.  They're such a warm, funny and dynamic couple, and made me feel so welcome while shooting. 

My final wedding of 2015 could not have gone better.  Between their style and relaxed demeanor, Stephanie & Michael's approach to their wedding day really made it fun to photograph.  Our outdoor photo plans did get canceled due to the first snow storm of the season.  However, all that meant is we got to shoot inside the Art Institute instead!

In June I had the distinct honor to photograph Terra Jole & Joe Gnoffo's wedding as part of their Lifetime reality TV series - Terra's Little Family. The final episode of the first season, which featured the wedding, aired last night.  It was a ton of fun to watch and to be a part of it all.

Evie & Ameer could not have asked for a better day in May for their wedding.  The weather, the light, the locations….everything was absolutely incredible.  We started off with photos of the bride and her bridesmaids getting ready.  They were truly a fun group to photograph.  From there we headed directly to the Harold Washington Library.  The ceremony took place in the Winter Garden on the top floor, one of my personal favorite wedding venues in the city.

Claudia & Erik were a referral from, and I kid you not, a bride from the first year I photographed weddings.  It was great to catch up with our mutual friend Jaclyn, and talk about how much has changed in 12 years.  To give some perspective, I shot her wedding in 2002 on all 35mm film.

I'm happy to feature Jessica & Stephen's wedding images as my first new blog post.  They were wonderful to photograph and simply to be around.  They hosted their ceremony and reception at the Shedd Aquarium, and I was excited to photograph there again.  Truly one of the premiere classic venues in Chicago!

This was my first time photographing at the Blue Harbor Resort in Sheboygan, WI, and I do hope it is not my last.  I was amazed by the rocky Michigan shoreline, pristine beaches and grasslands, and of the course the restored historic hotel.  Andrea & Jeff were an absolute delight to photograph.