Since Jackie + Mark’s adorable engagement session last fall, (which was also featured on Style Me Pretty Illinois), I have been closely following (ok, more like stalking) Jackie’s wedding Pinterest board, Facebook uploads, and Instagram posts on all her wedding crafting. And with each personalized detail shared one by one/day by day, my anticipation grew as I counted […]

She literally took his breathe away. Brother of the bride (left) sees his sister for the first time the morning of her wedding. This one brings a tear to my eye. More from this INCREDIBLE wedding coming soon. Definitely a JT favorite, one for the books. Check back soon!  

APRIL RECAP 1. Use a more efficient method to track financials/wedding expenses. CHECK. I have every expense listed out in a spreadsheet ready to incorporate into my new business plan AND bring to my accountant. 2. Workout twice a week outside of basketball nights. CHECK. Whether it be the running at the gym (yawn), playing […]

After a week of some of the craziest rain Chicago has seen in years—floods forced businesses, roads, expressways shut down—Megan and Kirk got married J Whenever I second shoot with JordanQuinn, I know it’s going to be a beautifully thought out day. Her brides pay attention to the little details, leave ample time for photography, and are pretty […]

Since I met Elyce and Dan back in December for their engagement session I have been counting down the days to shoot this adorable couple again. And all that excitement and anticipation – yeah, it was definitely worth the wait. First of all, whenever I have one of my favorite second shooters by my side, Brittany Bekas, […]

I love fun dates. I search Groupon and LivingSocial on a daily basis to find anything and everything that sounds like a unique experience. I love to enjoy and explore with my boyfriend (who has become much more open to trying new things lately—another reason why I’m pretty much obsessed with him). A lot of my Saturdays, Sundays, (and […]

I am so excited to introduce my new line of prints, canvases, and even gallery frames! All 2013+ clients will now be able to view their photo shoot in a private gallery where they can view, download (if you purchase the digital downloads), canvas print, and even choose a custom frame to display their photographic […]

If I could sum up Elyce + Dan’s wedding reception at Ridge Country Club with one photo – it would be with this one. The dancing was original, spontaneous, and entertaining to say the least. And this is coming from someone who goes to A LOT of receptions and sees a lot of good (and some bad) […]

About three months ago, I randomly stopped at my parents’ house to pick up a few things. Being that it was in the middle of the day and both my parents work, no one was home  – and that was no surprise. What was a surprise was, as I was gathering my things getting ready to leave, […]

On a day where I just can’t get anything right, am feeling frustration coming at me from every angle, just can’t find the motivation to do what I need to do, and feel like I’ve been on the verge of overwhelming tears all day long… I find this article. Thanks, Kelly Powers, for sharing these motivational […]