I loved getting to know Megan and Nik while on their engagement shoot last week! They are such an awesome couple, and they have a great story. They met after Megan became good friends with Nik’s sister, and pretty much liked each other from the very first.  You know, he bought her a ring, she […]

I’m feeling the need to post something Spring-y. Elia is such a sweetie and I had tons of fun shooting with her. She smiles all. the. time. And her laugh is so awesome! I love shooting in Oak Brook, and the light cooperated so beautifully. Overall such a fun day of bridal princess-ness! Hair was one by […]

I keep telling myself that Spring is coming. I heard the groundhog said warm weather was coming earlier this year, I always liked that little guy. Here’s a little cheerfulness from a recent shoot. Happy Monday! Here’s to Spring! Bouquet by Lemondrop Designery 

Wow, what a contest! My phone and news feed has been blowing up for the last three days! You all put in a valiant effort, and you all have a bunch of people who think you’re pretty cool. After adding up all the votes that counted the winner of the free engagement session issssss… Megan and Nikolas!  Congrats you […]

Here they are! Your entries for the engagement shoot giveaway! This part of the contest is simple:  1. find the couple you would like to win a free engagement shoot 2. Comment on this blog with your name and their names or 3. Go to my facebook page and ‘like’ their picture One vote per […]

I present to you Brian and Jaymee’s beautiful winter wedding. Portraits were taken by lake Geneva, and the ceremony and reception were held at The Starline Gallery. Kuddos to you Starline people, you’ve really made the space into a beautiful indoor event location. I’m always happy when Jessica Shae books a wedding in my neck […]

I love February!  I suppose it has to do with it being my birthday month, and Valentine’s Day. If I lived in a warmer state I’d prolly like it even more, if that’s possible. It’s like a little dollop of sweetness in the middle of icy winter. As January comes to an end and I start getting […]

Here’s the next installment of my guest blogging series, Bride Style. Enjoy some more inspiration from hair, and makeup stylist Amy! Sophisticated, vintage-inspired looks are all the rage!  We dressed up a classic chignon with a side twist, and added glamorous eyeliner and red lipstick.  False eyelashes and winged eyeliner are a fun way to add some drama!  If this vintage look is totally […]

What a great way to start out 2013! The first weekend of the year I get to shoot with an awesome couple in GA, that’s what I’m talkin’ about! Joanna and Jonathan have such a cool story. Starting with going to the exact same event years ago, being in the exact same picture, and never […]

Wow, 2012 had so much awesomeness! At the end of every year I go through all my folders one more time for this ‘year in review’ post. I find it a very healthy thing to do, it makes me grateful. Grateful for all the fun times with my family and friends, for all the wonderful […]