Hurley Gardens is the hidden gem of Wheaton! A former historic estate, the early 20th-century tea house and garden are tucked in between neighborhood townhomes. I had the BEST time getting to know Maxi and Mark at their engagement session. The couple met at a holiday work party because they had been working at the […]

I absolutely LOVE engagement sessions along the Naperville Riverwalk! Perfect for nature-lovers, this lovely combination of charming bridges and architectural elements is juxtaposed with green landscapes of trees and river waters. The brick paths, fountains, landscaping, and artwork allow for us to create a dynamic variety to your session; there is truly so much room […]

The University Club of Chicago is a unique, picturesque location for an engagement session. Members of the University Club of Chicago are the only ones who are granted permission to use the grounds for a portrait session. Maddy and Michael are having a very short engagement (only three months!), and scheduled their session during the […]

Kelsey and Kevin’s engagement session at Olive Park is proof that this location never disappoints! It was the perfect summer evening along the lakefront. Located in Streeterville, Olive Park has it all when it comes to capturing the beauty of Chicago. With some of the best views of the city skyline, a lookout that piers […]

Michelle and Mike’s story begins when the two reconnected on Hinge. But even before that, both of their moms worked together as nurses. For so many years, these two knew “of each other…” They balance each other out in their relationship, and they know what they need to do to lift the other person up […]

Dominique and John met while attending law school at Notre Dame. They were both selected to be on a National Arbitration Team, which traveled to New Orleans for a competition. Before leaving for the trip, they had never even spoken, but they ended up making a great team and became fast friends! It wasn’t long […]

There are so many decisions to be made when you start to plan your portrait session. This is such an exciting time in your lives, and the choices can be overwhelming! After years of photographing sessions all over the Chicago area and surrounding suburbs, I’ve created a location guide to help you with making your […]

When Becca first moved to the city, she was looking to meet someone in Chicago. Meanwhile, Tony had just sworn off dating girls in the city because he didn’t want to make that drive from the suburbs for every date! But something must have caught each other’s attention because Becca and Tony are one of […]

Grace and David attended the same high school, but it wasn’t until many years later that their love story began. They had completely different friend groups in high school. Then one night at a local bar in their hometown, the two ran into each other and started talking. After four years of dating, David popped […]