Hindu and Jewish Fusion Wedding at Wilder Mansion
I was so excited to capture the wedding of Laura and Romil. They had a beautiful fusion wedding with their immediate family there to celebrate with them at the Wilder Mansion in Elmhurst. The combined both parts of Laura’s Jewish faith and Romil’s Hindu faith with both a Rabbi and a Priest. It was such a joy to celebrate with them and I am so excited to share some images from their day with you!
Venue - Wilder Mansion
Hair - Rocco and Rocco
Rainy Burr Ridge Backyard Wedding
I have known Jess since we went to high school at Stagg and was so excited when she reached out to me to photograph her wedding! They had a gorgeous backyard wedding at their gorgeous home in Burr Ridge this summer and they didn’t let a little rain stop their fun! Jess has a love of plants and was excited to take some bridal photos in front of her plant babies. I know you fellow plan lovers can relate. Succulents made their way into many of their decorations too! Bill built the gorgeous pond and waterfall where they shared their first look. We used umbrellas for some of their portraits and I was so happy I brought my full bag of them! Cute clear umbrellas are the perfect solution to a rainy wedding day! One of the couple’s dear friends Kari even made them their wedding cake! Enjoy a peek at their wedding!
DJ - Impulse Entertainment
Hair & Makeup - Beauty By Tassi
Dress - BHLDN
Cake - Kari Carpenter
Food Truck - The Fat Shallot
University Club Of Chicago and Assumption Greek Orthodox Church Wedding
Anne and Nick had a beautiful wedding filled with family and friends. They are a modern-day Brady Bunch family and all of their kids were there to celebrate the day with them and also acted as the wedding party along with Anne's best friend Maria. Anne got ready at her and Nick's home in the city while Nick got ready with his sons at the Universtiy Club of Chicago.
They wed at Assumption Greek Orthodox church in Chicago and it was a ceremony that was rich in traditions that are unique to the Greek Orthodox weddings. As they exited the church everyone threw birdseed at the new couple
Crystal Lake Illinois Park Ward Events Rolls Royce Museum Styled Shoot
I was so excited to take part in a styled shoot at a new wedding venue located in Crystal Lake, Park Ward Events. Park Ward is a very cool new venue that is also a Rolls-Royce Museum so perfect spot for a one-of-a-kind event. Park Ward is a very dramatic venue with moody lighting throughout. There are options to get married inside as well as outdoors. Check out the cool old car that was just filled with flowers. One of my couples that ended up having to push back their wedding to 2021 came to model for me and we had such a great time. I wanted to give a huge thank you to all the amazing vendors! Without all of them, this amazing shoot wouldn’t of been able to happen!
Planner - RaysourceFul LLC Rachel Fersten 773-744-4151
Decor - Elements Preserved & Dish and Decor Vintage Rental
Clothing - Mr.Tux's Formal Wear
Hair and Makeup - Kiss this Makeup & Paul Hyland Salon & Day Spa
Florals - Bloom Magic Weddings & Angilily Floral Studios
Cake - Deserts4u
Jewelry - Dalzell
Video - Videos by Pat
New Lenox Backyard Wedding of Braden and Ryan
I had such a wonderful time photographing the backyard wedding of Braden and Ryan. When Covid spoiled their plans of a big wedding in Michigan, they pivoted and still got married surrounded by their closest family. It was a beautiful ceremony and really reminded me of the reason why people get married, because they truly love each other. I can’t wait to photograph their vow renewal and reception next year in Michigan and what is even better is now I know their families. Take a look at their day here from their beautiful details to their crying ring bearer. The day was filled with memorable moments.
Silver Lake Wedding of Ashley and Ben
Wow I can hardly believe it has been a year already since Ashley and Ben’s amazing wedding! They got married in Orland Park at Silver Lake Country Club which is one of my favorite venues. They had a gorgeous design aesthetic for their day with succulents on the tables and on their cake. The day was filled with their friends and family and they danced the night away. Enjoy some of the photos from their day!
Venue - Silver Lake Country Club
Wedding Planner Tionna M. Van Gundy - Wedicity
Cake - ECBG Cake Studio
Video - Carisma Films
Band - Bluewater Kings Band
Flowers - Avenue Flower Shop
Illinois Beach Resort Summer Wedding
Meet the Harpers! Sarah and Jessica got married on a cool summer day at the Illinois Beach Resort in Zion. Their day was perfect from having their dog Leah there to Sarah’s Grandma being their flower girl. For their wedding favors they gave s’mores kits and had a big bonfire on the beach to roast them at. It was the perfect day and I am so happy to share some photos from their day!
Thanks to the amazing vendors as well!
Venue - Illinois Beach Resort
Officiant - Ashley Meitzler
Cake - Sweet Discoveries
Flowers - Southern Blooms Co.
Hair/Makeup - Beaute Luxe
Cake Topper - Topper Designer
Place Cards and Table Numbers - Soumyas Designs
Sand Ceremony Set - The Dream Wedding Shop
Second Shooter - Lauryn Schalk
Hotel Indigo and Naperville Riverwalk Fall Wedding
I had such a wonderful time with Alex and Megan on their wedding day. We had their first look on the Naperville Riverwalk and had it pretty much to ourselves since some clouds had scared everyone else inside. They then got married at Naperville’s St.Thomas church and then head to their disney inspired reception at Hotel Indigo. Take a look at their fall wedding!
The National Chicago Wedding
Colleen and Andy met one cold Saturday night in February, 2013 at maybe the least romantic bar in Chicago, Mad River. Colleen was there to meet up with her childhood friend-for-life, Jessica. Jessica came to the bar with her boyfriend Rob, and Rob brought along his roommate, Andy. Despite learning that Andy was a Cardinals fan, as the night ended Colleen asked for his number anyways. Their first date was at Club Lucky in Bucktown--after a night of non-stop conversation in a cozy booth, they both knew they had something special.
April 9, 2017 was unusually warm for early spring in Chicago. Colleen and Andy woke up early and like many beautiful Sunday mornings, they decided to go for a run through the Lincoln Park Zoo. Since it was so early, all of the trainers were out with the animals. After watching the seals show off their skills, they made their way to the otter exhibit. Despite checking each and every visit, the otters were never, ever out. This morning was different. As Colleen watched a cute little otter amble towards the glass with a pinecone, Andy pulled the ring from a secret zipped pocket in his shirt. Shocked and overjoyed, she put the ring on her right hand, and they walked around the zoo the rest of the morning, floating on air.
For their wedding day, they envisioned a easy, sophisticated party that showed off our favorite city. The National delivered big time. The beautiful, lush courtyard in the middle of the loop made for a perfect ceremony spot and easily transitioned for dancing under the city lights. The lounge provided the cozy sophistication. They had passed apps and food stations from their favorite restaurants at Revival Food Hall, which is on the ground floor of the building. The whole night was perfect!
Wedding Planner - Anticipation Events
Venue - The National
Hotel - The Palmer House Hilton
Hair and Makeup - Elana Darrus Makeup & Hair
Florals - Flowers For Dreams
Band - The Gold Coast Orchestra
St.Mary and Ivanhoe Golf Club Wedding of Casey and Chris
Casey and Chris celebrated on August 25 of 2018 with all of their friends and family at a beautiful Catholic mass followed by their reception at the beautiful Ivanhoe Golf Club in Mundelein. Take a peek at their beautiful day!
Venue - Ivanhoe Golf Club
Wedding Dress - The Crystal bride
Flowers - Joseph's
Cake - Loven Oven Cakery
Band - Magnificent Events Enough Said
