Karina and Israel’s newlywed session at Cannon Beach in Oregon was breathtakingly gorgeous and so much fun to photograph. Karina herself is a wedding photographer and with her and Israel recently getting married they wanted to capture themselves as they are as they head into this new chapter of life together. I absolutely love newlywed […]

When you think of an elopement you likely think of two people heading to a courthouse to become legally married in private. While that can be the case still, in recent times elopements have become something entirely different and pretty unique! People are creating incredible elopement day experiences centered completely around the couple and their […]

In the Midwest, weather can be unpredictable to say the least. That’s why whether you’re planning an outdoor party, an engagement session or even a wedding, you need to be sure you’re ready. Preparing for a rainy wedding day in Chicago that may or may not happen can seem like a daunting task. Lucky for […]

There is nothing I love more for my elopement couples than creating an experience with and for them that is fun and effortless on their wedding day. Though in most cases elopements in general are easier to plan than a full traditional wedding, there are actually places throughout the US that are easier to elope […]

One of the coolest parts of the elopement industry right now is that people are creating their dream wedding day exactly the way they want it.  There is SO much creativity that is going into elopement days.  Couples are eloping in SO many unique places, they are traveling all over the world and creating the […]

This romantic elopement in one of the forests of Sunriver Oregon was so dreamy and an absolute blast to be a part of.

In the digital age that we are currently living in, we are doing and experiencing less and less in person, which is why I have put together a list of my top three reasons why you should print your photos. When you live in a world where you are constantly seeing other people’s lives, through […]

With the popularity of intimate weddings on the rise, there are SO many cool intimate venues popping up throughout Chicago.  There is so much to love about intimate elopements and weddings. Between the sweet moments amongst family, the flexibility and free time throughout the day, and even the ease of planning. All these reasons and […]

Leah and John’s elopement at Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool was nothing short of magical. Leah and John knew they wanted to keep things intimate and simple for their wedding day so they worked together to create the perfect afternoon in the city. Surrounded by their closest friends, they were married in Lincoln Park and spent […]