Trent + Todd connected initially on Coffee Meets Bagel where they exchanged some messages. A couple weeks later, Trent spotted Todd from afar at a restaurant they both happened to be having brunch, which reignited the conversation to go on a date. They connected instantly over a couple beers on a fall Sunday afternoon […]

When Alyssa first reached out about having us photograph her wedding – she sent along a photo of her and her fiance, Chris, dancing at their friends’ wedding in 2016, “…also, this is one of my favorite pictures of us of all time…taken by either you or your husband at Danielle and Jim’s wedding…” Reading […]

Cari + Griffin are two dear friends of mine (if you follow me on Instagram @jilltiongcophoto – you might recognize these two faces from our ‘Supper Club’ where we try a new restaurant together every month). Being a part of their wedding day was so very special to us. We got to do what we […]

I ventured out to Palos Park to photograph Michelle + Tom in their home… and the drive was well worth it! These are our favorite types of engagement sessions. Relaxed, in our couples’ homes where they’re in their own, real element… doing things they normally do – drinking coffee, snuggling on the couch, reading books. […]

2019 was a big one for team JTP. It had been years in the making – but it was so incredible to see it all coming together. It was the first year we fully had our team photographers AND videographers going consistently – and we are so excited to see what 2020 and beyond has […]

Emily + Ben are getting married out west, but live in Lincoln Park, so they wanted to capture their engagement session in this town they live in and love so much. We shot at the Lily Pond, just a few blocks from their apartment, and then went over to Fullerton Beach for some lake shots. […]

We’re taking the blog back to warmer days (this snowy/slush is NOT happening, right?)… we’re going back to South Haven, MI this summer with Meg + Joe. These two matched on Tinder, met up with a group of their friends, and then went on a proper date the following week. They were supposed to end […]

My latest adventure to Morocco was nothing short of incredible. From the souks of Marrakech to the remote dunes of the Sahara – we experienced some truly amazing and unforgettable sights. If you’re looking to travel to Morocco for 8 days, here’s what we did…   We flew from Chicago to Madrid to Marrakech round […]

Super excited to announce a new branch of JTP – lifestyle! This side of the business is perfect for influencer, blogger, fitness coach – or any one just looking for some professional pictures and more content for their website/blog/instagram feed or story. Here are some samples of what we can create for you (this was […]

April + Pat are one of those couples you just look at and feel the love. Their wedding day was over-the-top, super emotional, and heartfelt. All in the best. way. possible. The Abbey in Fontana on Lake Geneva was the perfect place to celebrate with their family and friends – and they spent the whole […]