The wedding in Naper Settlement was an amazing experience for Theresa and Daniel. Being a Chicago wedding photographer for several years provided me the chance to meet many different people and shoot many different weddings in the Chicagoland area. However, I personally love the ones that are more personal and intimate. For example, when the bride gets […]

wedding photography, Wedding pictures

June 7, 2024

Wedding in Naper Settlement -Theresa & Daniel Photographs

Wedding in Naper Settlement

Chicago wedding photographers have to deal with the unpredictability of the weather and indoor places such as the Union Station get crowded on wet days If your wedding will be during the cold or rainy season, I highly recommend you get a permit for that place. It is beautiful and elegant. How to get amazing […]

wedding photography, Wedding pictures

June 5, 2024

Wedding Portraits at the Union Station

Wedding at the Union Station

Kathy and Arthur celebrated their wedding at the Greenhouse Loft in Chicago. The bride and the girls got ready at the Gwen Hotel. The ceremony was in the beautiful Holy Trinity Polish Catholic Church, and the wedding took place in one of my favorite venues in Chicago: Greenhouse Loft. BTW, Piper, their dog, was one […]

Chicago Venues, wedding photography, Wedding pictures

June 3, 2024

wedding at the Greenhouse Loft

wedding at the Greenhouse Loft

This is a guest post by Brittany West. A bouquet may or may not be necessary for an elopement. From my point of view, that is the case 100% of the time! When planning a micro wedding or your simply eloped function, your bouquet is often the only piece of decor you need to worry […]

Elopement, Planning your wedding day, wedding photography

May 12, 2024

Planning flowers for a quick wedding ceremony

First look photos have a magical allure, capturing the genuine wonder in the eyes of newlyweds before the big reveal and the excitement that ensues. It’s a moment that becomes etched in your memory forever, marking the beginning of your journey as a married couple. As a Chicago wedding photographer I have to say, as […]

Planning your wedding day, wedding photography

April 30, 2024

To First Look or Not to First Look: Exploring the Pros and Cons

First Look Photos

Planning your big day? It sounds like a blast—until you dive into all the preparations, doesn’t it? Wondering how to craft the ultimate wedding day experience? Below, I’ve compiled essentials Do’s and Don’ts of wedding planning. As a professional specializing in Chicago wedding photography,, I’ve had the pleasure of working with numerous couples and have honed […]

Planning your wedding day, wedding photography

April 28, 2024

DO’s and DON’Ts of wedding planning

DO's and DON'Ts of wedding planning

As a professional wedding photographer based in Chicago, I’ve had the privilege of documenting countless beautiful moments in various venues across the city. Among these, one standout experience was capturing a wedding at Salvage One, a truly unique and captivating venue that offers an unforgettable backdrop for couples’ special day. Located in the heart of […]

Chicago Venues, wedding photography

April 3, 2024

Wedding at Salvage One, A Unique Experience

Wedding at the Salvage One

I had the pleasure of capturing Jen and John’s love story, a tale of resilience and joy amidst the challenges of 2020. Originally planned for 06/06/2020, their wedding journey took unexpected turns due to the global pandemic. But love knows no bounds, and their determination led them to a beautiful wedding at the Artifact Events […]

Chicago Venues, Planning your wedding day, wedding photography, Wedding pictures

April 1, 2024

Jen & John’s wedding at the Artifact Events, Chicago

Do you know when is the Perfect Time for a Chicago Wedding? Chicago, more popularly known as the “Windy City”; is the epicenter of diverse arts and cultures. Whether you’re looking for a classic wedding with a laid-back, casual outing or want to indulge in something a bit fancier – Chicago can offer it all! […]

Planning your wedding day, wedding photography

March 30, 2024

The Perfect Time for a Chicago Wedding

chicago wedding date

In this blog post, I want to talk to you about the wedding storyteller and his role in making your love story and helping you to choose the right Wedding Photographer. People often ask me what lifestyle photography is. I personally consider it as one of two main genres of portrait photography: posed and lifestyle! […]

wedding photography

March 22, 2024

Choose your wedding storyteller wisely!