Karla and Brian’s colorful Pinstripes wedding was a highlight of last summer, everything about this day was intentionally crafted to represent their cultures and families. Rain popped in and out throughout the day, but they never let it put a damper on them. They exchanged private vows during one of the most romantic and memorable […]
Hannah and Alan’s fall Lacuna Lofts wedding was a highlight of the year. Not only was it special because Lacuna was where Lindsay and I got married, but their reception was such a throwback to the Warped Tour days. We started off the day with Hannah getting ready at her mom’s condo while Alan got […]
When Lindsay and I traveled to California to begin our vacation, we made our way down to Santa Cruz to meet up with Alyssa and Brian for their Santa Cruz engagement session at Natural Bridges State Beach. It was such a treat to document this phase in their lives in a location that they both […]
It was a cloudy day in Chicago with a decent chance of rain when I met Jane and Joseph. Luckily, we had decided on the Art Institute of Chicago for their engagement session. With ample amounts of a natural light, different galleries and backdrops, the Art Institute is quickly becoming one of my favorite places to photograph […]
Tucked away in Elkhorn, a small town in southern Wisconsin, lies Camp Wandawega. From starting as a speakeasy in 1925 to a lake resort in the 1950s to a church camp in the 1970s, Camp Wandawega definitely has a rich history. The venue itself stays true to the “camp” in their name as they serve […]
During my mentorship with Robert J Hill, we photographed this styled Smith Rock elopement which also happened to be a real vow renewal for Jessie and Chad. Even though this was styled, the emotions and love felt between the two of them was as real as can be. When I think of Oregon, my mind […]
When you think about the idea of having an intimate and adventurous elopement, you can hardly contain your excitement. Everything about eloping is perfect for you and your partner: a wedding day experience that focuses on you and your partner and an opportunity for an epic adventure to commit yourselves to one another before embarking […]
Living in Chicago, it is not often where I have a couple tell me that they want to do an in home wedding. But that is exactly what Jane and Joseph did. They exchanged their vows and committed themselves to one another in front of family and close friends before having a lunch reception, filled […]
Can’t decide on what to wear for your engagement session? You’re not alone! After all, the photos from your session can be used for your invitations and save-the-dates, it is important for the outfits and photos to feel 100 percent you. Here are a 5 tips to help get you start thinking about your engagement […]
This Mt Hood engagement session on Tom, Dick, and Harry Mountain was part of my mentorship with Robert J Hill last year. It was incredible to explore a region of the United States that I had never been to before and to photograph a mountaintop session. In the afternoon, we hiked to Mirror Lake, where […]
Your big day is coming up, and planning is underway. From decorations to the guest list, several items are on your mind, including the First Look. So– what is this First Look, exactly? And why do people spend so much time and consideration in deciding whether or not to have it? First looks are a […]