Planning your Chicago engagement session can be just as exciting as the big day itself—especially if you look beyond the usual tourist spots. As a Chicago wedding photographer, I’ve discovered hidden gems that blend natural beauty, architectural wonder, and intimate charm. Whether you prefer romantic gardens, timeless architecture, or eclectic backdrops, these locations offer the […]

Engagement pictures

May 17, 2025

Unique Places for a Chicago Engagement Session

There’s something so exciting about planning your engagement photo session—the thrill of choosing outfits, imagining scenic backdrops, and feeling that rush of affection when you realize these photos will capture the start of your married life. I’ve been lucky to photograph couples all over Chicago, from the bustling downtown streets to the quiet shores of […]

Engagement pictures

April 12, 2025

How Long Does an Engagement Photo Session Take?

Couple walking to the beach

Congratulations on your engagement! As a Chicago wedding photographer based right here in Chicago, I know how exciting (and sometimes overwhelming) planning your big day can be. One of the first steps many couples take is scheduling an engagement photoshoot. It’s a fantastic way to document this special chapter in your lives and create a lasting […]

Engagement pictures

February 7, 2025

How Much Does Engagement Photography Cost?

How Much Does Engagement Photography Cost?

When it comes to choosing the perfect engagement ring or wedding band, the journey is as personal as the love story it represents. As a Chicago wedding photographer and the Lifestyle photographer for the Bvlgari brand here in Chicago since 2022, I’ve seen firsthand the joy and anticipation that fills the air when couples select […]

Engagement pictures, wedding photography

November 11, 2024

How to Buy the Perfect Engagement Ring and Wedding bands

How to Buy the Perfect Engagement Ring and Wedding bands

Your engagement session is more than a photoshoot it’s a celebration of the season you’re in and the love you share. These images will become keepsakes, showing the joy and anticipation leading up to your wedding. In a city as vibrant as Chicago, the backdrops are endless, from lakefront sunsets to iconic architecture. At Engagement […]

Engagement pictures, wedding photography

August 5, 2024

How to Plan an Urban Chicago Engagement Session

Urban engagement photos in Chicago

Your wedding day will pass in a blur of laughter, happy tears, and fleeting moments. While digital galleries are wonderful, there’s something deeply meaningful about holding those memories in your hands. A wedding album turns your photos into a tangible story a legacy you can revisit, share, and pass down. At Maloos Photography, I believe […]

Engagement pictures, wedding photography, Wedding pictures

April 18, 2024

The Value of Wedding Albums for Chicago Couples

Turn your wedding photo into a love book

An engagement session is more than a photoshoot—it’s a celebration of your love story in this in-between season, before the wedding day rush takes over. In Chicago, where every corner holds a backdrop worth remembering, engagement photos let you pause, be yourselves, and capture memories that feel as real as the way you laugh together. […]

Engagement pictures, wedding photography

April 8, 2024

The Benefits of Engagement Photos Before Your Wedding

engagement photoshoot

If you are looking for Engagement photos Outfit ideas it have to know why you need engagement photos first! As a wedding photographer in Chicago, I have always preferred doing engagement sessions with couples before their special day. This way, we can all learn how to work together and reach the goal of taking the best […]

Engagement pictures, wedding photography

March 6, 2024

Do’s and don’ts for engagement Photos Outfit ideas

Engagement photos Outfit ideas