This was my first wedding since the covid pandemic halted my business for a year and it was a great first wedding to begin anew. This intimate backyard ceremony in Roscoe gave everyone a sense of normalcy during a really weird time.

On a day that happens only once every four years, Claire and Mike took this opportunity to have the rarest anniversary date ever.

Why get married at a wedding venue when you can get married on stage at your local concert venue?

“Rain with a chance of dramatic flair: The stormy sky that once seemed ominous served as the perfect backdrop for this moody and romantic wedding. “ -Wedding Chicks

To be totally immersed in a natural environment, calm and quiet traded in for rush and chaos. Such scenes are rarely embraced on a wedding day but that’s exactly what Allison and Matt invited all of their guests to experience when they chose to get married in a nature preserve.

What can only be described as the ultimate Chicago River architecture tour, Kirsten and Jeff said their vows on a glass topped boat.

When I think of a New England summer, I see sailboats, sun and lobster. This is exactly what this couple recreated right here on Lake Michigan at the Wilmette Harbor Club.

Emerald greens and gold accents set the tone of “golden age” at Madeline and Jake’s Kimpton Gray Wedding.

We took to the muraled brick streets of West Loop for Amanda and Kim’s wedding at Loft Lucia!

There wasn’t any snow for Tiffany and Jordan’s southern winter wedding but there was a lot of sparkle.

“Rachel and Fangzhi put music front and center on the rooftop of The Gwen hotel. A string quartet of friends played for the ceremony, while a beloved music professor officiated. ‘I walked down the aisle to a sonata by J.S. Bach, played by my violin teacher from high school,’”- The Knot

On a sunny day in August Heather and Mario exchanged their vows surrounded by friends and family at Fox River Preserve.

This is definitely my craziest wedding story ever that ended with me photographing a wedding Hong Kong, China!

Seyma and Altay moved to Chicago for a new life together from their home country thousands of miles away. It was a very difficult thing to do and culture shock was not easy but as Seyma says “we can do anything together.”

This styled session was an international endeavor taking place in the planning stages by two best friends across two countries and time zones.

This styled session was an international endeavor taking place in the planning stages by two best friends across two countries and time zones.

“Spring is a time of change, of emerging from the dark winter and embracing life and growth in longer days. This wedding inspiration features the side of springtime that is: colorful flowers struggling to burst through muddy grass, butterflies breaking free and setting flight, golden sunlight striking through the wintry sky, and a dance between dark and light.” -100 Layer Cake

Kaylin and Patrick were married at The Haight.

“While styled shoots often feature various themes surrounding the decor and details of unique elements, today’s feature is inspiring us in a different way. Styled by Ariana Anderson and couture gown designer Sarah Varca, are two friends showcasing some bridal fashion inspired by three Varca gowns. Prepare to be obsessed with the moody, Victorian feel captured by Allie Appel Photography!“- Chi Thee Wed

Foodies Theresa and Rodlan shared their vows at Michelin restaurant, Dusek’s in Pilsen.