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Anne and Seamus are as trendy as it gets in 2022. I cannot gush about their wedding enough! From the images I captured of Anne enjoying some bubbly under the chandelier in the charming clawfoot tub, to the intimate rooftop dance in the dark (SWOON), every photo opportunity they provided had my photographer heart fluttering. […]
You document the surprise proposal, engagement, and wedding, but what about the honeymoon? Or your anniversaries? Don’t worry, I’m not going to tag along. BUT I can come for a day so that you document the continuing chapters of your lives together. After the wedding, you’ll embark on a new and exciting journey hand-in-hand. It […]
Any professional photographer can do weddings, right? Hmm, not quite. There’s the obvious requirements: flexible schedule, excellent communicator, ready to improv (due to unexpected weather, wardrobe snafus, sick groomsman, etc.). But there’s plenty more to consider before hiring a photographer. I’m certainly not knocking other photographers. Newborn photographers—whew! Mad props to those special people. Safely […]
What’s one of the best things about hiring a San Diego wedding photographer from Chicago? I know how to deal with weather! Come rain or shine, heat wave or blizzard, I’ve got you! Don’t believe me? Check out this adorable ice skating engagement session for inspiration! Snowy Engagement in Chi Town If you’re familiar at […]
Dana and Alex actually wed five years ago in Ireland with a civil ceremony, but they dreamed of a “real” wedding so all of their family could meet and celebrate together. But, as with many couples, COVID busted in and delayed their vision by two years since they had so many traveling from Europe. Given […]
If you’re dreaming of Mediterranean vibes for your engagement or couple’s session, let’s head to Malibu! Mountainscapes, rocky cliffs, blue waves, and sandy beaches – Malibu has it all! To choose your photo location, I recommend scenes that fit your vibe as a couple. You can find all kinds of photo inspo on Pinterest, but […]
I was honored when Melissa and Travis asked me to be their Los Angeles maternity photographer. Even better, they asked me to help them style it — a dream come true! They had an idea of what they wanted for their maternity portraits, but they wanted a bit of help fine-tuning their vision. Together, we […]
So you’re dreaming of a beachy Southern California… but you have no idea which beach to choose. SoCal is known for its gorgeous coastal beaches, so it’s totally understandable being overwhelmed with all your options. To help you out a little bit, I’m giving you my top 5 picks for best beaches for your Southern […]
If you’re looking for one of the most scenic beaches for your Florida destination wedding, check out the hidden gem of Naples, Florida. This quiet upscale golf course community features white, sandy beaches, lush landscaping, and few tourists. Cinthia and Tim are Chicagoans who love the sunshine state. They envisioned a destination beach wedding here […]
Between this glowing forest engagement session at Angeles National Forest and their upcoming wedding at Saddlerock Ranch, Sabrina and Edgar know how to do it right. After all, you can’t go back and re-do these moments. They’re adventurers at heart, always looking for another place to explore and experience, so this was the perfect backdrop […]
When your couples are successful AF (aka super busy rocking life), you roll with it and book a nighttime photoshoot! I went to high school with Sanyu, (and yes, she has always been this stylish). I could not wait to photograph my fashionista friend and her equally trendy partner Kevin. Together, they are so dynamic […]
Lifestyle photography continues to rise in popularity—and for good reason! Although lifestyle sessions often take place at home, in a cozy studio, or even an Airbnb like this one, they’re surprisingly versatile. The privacy of an indoor location allows you to explore poses and looks without worrying about onlookers. Because of that, they’re beautifully intimate. […]