Emily and Connor’s spring wedding at Café Brauer in Chicago was an unforgettable celebration filled with love, laughter, and stunning cityscapes. From an emotional first look to a high-energy reception, their day was the perfect blend of elegance and fun.

I’m incredibly honored to be recognized by the Wedding Photojournalist Association (WPJA), a global organization that celebrates photographers dedicated to capturing real, unscripted moments. This recognition reaffirms my passion for documentary-style wedding photography and the belief that the best images come from genuine emotions rather than staged perfection.

Photographing Missy & Danny’s wedding was an absolute blast from start to finish. From the moment we met, they brought an infectious, joyful energy that made everything feel easy and natural in front of the camera.

Nicholas and Edward’s wedding day had everything I love about photographing weddings in Chicago — emotion, humor, incredible energy, and moments that couldn’t be planned if you tried.

Jennifer & Joe’s brunch wedding at Cheney Mansion in Oak Park was the perfect blend of elegance and ease. Cheney Mansion is one of my favorite venues in the Chicago area for intimate weddings — with its historic vintage charm, beautiful gardens, and natural light-filled spaces, it offers a little bit of everything in one place.

Hannah and Brian’s wedding at the Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park over Labor Day weekend was the perfect celebration of love, tradition, and joyful energy. These two are not only sweet with each other but have a fun-loving spark that you could feel throughout the day. More than anything, they wanted their wedding to be an incredible time for their friends and family — and it absolutely was.

Some weddings just radiate joy—and Cody & Matt’s fall celebration at Loft Lucia was exactly that. Stylish, intimate, and packed with emotion and laughter, this wedding was one for the books. The day began at the couple’s newly completed home in Chicago, where they got ready together. I always love when couples help each other get dressed—it creates such a calm, grounding energy to start the day, and in Cody and Matt’s case, it led to some incredibly heartfelt moments.

I’m still smiling thinking back to Kayla and Phillip’s wedding day this past fall. These two are such a fun, easy-going couple, and their wedding was the perfect reflection of their personalities—boisterous, heartfelt, and full of surprises. I’ve photographed plenty of weddings at the Harold Washington Library over the years, but this one stands out for so many reasons. It was one of those days that made me grateful all over again for what I get to do.

Lesley and Andrew’s wedding at the Field Museum was an unforgettable celebration filled with elegance, love, and high-energy moments. The grandeur of this iconic Chicago venue, paired with the couple’s sweet and fun-loving personalities, made for a truly magical day.

Some weddings radiate pure joy, deep tradition, and an undeniable sense of fun—and Marissa and Troy’s wedding was exactly that. Their love story, spanning over a decade, brought them from Marquette University in Milwaukee to the vibrant city of Chicago, where they’ve built a life together. They tied the knot in a celebration that beautifully blended Armenian customs with a vintage, rustic aesthetic, creating an unforgettable day for everyone involved.

I couldn't be happier for Colleen & Stuart.  They were simply amazing to work with throughout the entire planning process.  You can view their engagement images here.  Their ideal aesthetic was elegant and modern, and the Thompson Chicago in the Gold Coast was the perfect venue (also one of my favorite places to shoot).  Their day in particular was filled with both laughter and tears, as well as subtle moments and an epic dance party.   I sincerely wish them both the very best!

As a Chicago wedding photographer, I have been privileged to document numerous love stories, each one unique and beautiful in its own way. However, Wes and David's wedding was truly a remarkable experience. From the moment I arrived at The LaSalle Chicago hotel to capture the grooms getting ready, I knew this day would be filled with laughter, love, and unforgettable moments!