Category Archives: Engagement

A Christmas Mansion Engagement Session – Chicagoland Photography

I love the character and mood of this engagement session at the Lehman mansion with Alex and Ashley!

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Engaged couple kissing in Downtown Chicago during Christmas

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Feb 24

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The long sleeve lace arms and tulle outer layer gave Amber's gown the perfect modernized vintage look.

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Feb 20

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The unplanned moments are often the favorite photos to print and frame!

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Feb 19

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Such a fun moment as Austin carried his new WIFE down the isle!

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Feb 17

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Chicago weddings are so fun - Austin and Amber’s did not disappoint!

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Feb 14

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Austin and Amber have class!

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Feb 14

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Happy Valentine’s Day from these two love birds. -
Jim and Julie get to celebrate their first Valentine’s day as husband and wife!

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Feb 13

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It's fun when we find "secret locations" downtown! This photo of Ali and Micah is in downtown Milwaukee.

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Feb 12

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Taylor and Derek captured stunning photos along Lake Michigan. The deep color of the water was the perfect accent.

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Feb 6

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The city at twilight is truly magical.

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Feb 4

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“No one is you and that is your super power.”

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Feb 4

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Sunset on the beach. Does it get much better?

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Jan 31

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Aaaaand their married! Congratulations to Austin and Amber! It was a joy being a part of your beautiful wedding in Chicago!

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Jan 31

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Many of my clients are nervous to have close up portraits, but after we break the ice with some laughs and warm up to the camera, my clients are able to relax and we always capture stunning photos! -
One of my favorite ways to capture a close up is to have the sun flare behind my clients during golden hour.

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Jan 30

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For a classy engagement session, I recommend women wearing a long black dress and men wearing a black suit or tux like Ashley and Alex did!

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Jan 29

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Future Brides, this post is for you!
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Did you know I have a blog on my website?
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Check out my recent blog post (link in bio) which gives you tips and ideas for your getting ready photos and bridal creatives.

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Jan 28

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My favorite view is when you are laughing.

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Jan 27

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It’s so fun to have returning clients and get to know them on a more personal level!
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I had the privilege of taking Brett and Paige’s engagement pictures and their bride and groom styled shoot! Both photo sessions were taken in Chicago.

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Jan 27

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My wife Bailey works at the same company as both Gina and Ever. Gina is actually Bailey's personal trainer! Their tropical destination wedding was so fun, and the cherry on top was having my wife there with me!

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Jan 24

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Happy Friday everyone! Make eye contact and smile at someone today. It will cheer both of you up!

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Jan 23

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Check out the link in my bio to see a list of must have "getting ready" bridal photos, with picture examples from Erin's getting ready session. .
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#gettingreadypictures #bridalportraits #veilshot #weddingday

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Jan 23

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The classy and moody vibe from Ashley and Alex's mansion engagement was spot on!

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Jan 22

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Sometimes the "imperfect" pictures are the favorite moments because they aren't posed and they stir up good memories from such a special day!

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Jan 21

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Missing the summer city vibes on this cold January week.

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Jan 20

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Alex and Alannah's Colorado wedding is still a favorite! The mountains, golden aspens and lake made for the perfect backdrop. If you didn't see their recent wedding publication in Couture Colorado, check it out at the link below.
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https://couturecolorado.com/realweddings/grand-lake-lodge-wedding/?fbclid=IwAR1BpHIcvqUvwY-XMiCNde75sGAT7M4UfWiCEkxhnwXimWADveIMgIt1_9s

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Jan 16

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"Laughter is an immediate vacation."

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Jan 14

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Your wedding is the one unique day where your family and closest friends are all gathered together in one place. -
It's so fun capturing moments like these so my clients can remember the joy everyone experienced!

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Jan 13

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"Love is to love someone for who they are, who they were and who they will be."

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Jan 10

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Happy Friday everyone!
I hope you share lots of smiles and laughs this weekend.

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Jan 9

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“The happiest people are the ones who make others happy.”

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Jan 7

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These men have class!

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Jan 6

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Winter in the Midwest woods!

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Jan 6

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Oh Happy Day!

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Jan 3

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Dreamy lighting for this bridal shot with Erin!

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Jan 2

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Happy New Decade🎉
Let’s make it the best one yet, one of focusing on what truly, truly matters. It’s so easy to get “busy,” just to realize we never spent focused time with who we really care about. I have the honor and privilege of capturing the beginning of couples relationships on their wedding day. It is almost always filled with joy, but my real hope is that that joy will extend throughout their entire marriages and lives, and run deeper every year. Marriage is one of my passions and I hope for those of you who are married or are getting married, that this decade will one of intentionality, one of loving each other not when it’s fair, but when it’s sacrificial, when it feels like you’re giving more, and they don’t deserve it.

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Dec 31

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"Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age, and dreams are forever." - Walt Disney

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