Check out this holiday themed photoshoot with one of my favorite families! Captured at the Garfield Park Conservatory.
from Erika & Jackson's engagement session
UPDATED: Now with photographs of the Cuvs victory parade.
Last night the cubs won the world series.
Spent last week in gorgeous Cabo San Lucas with the family. I had the opportunity to shoot some stellar landscapes and night shots. Check it out!
This happy couple was married in an intimate ceremony last month. It was an evening full of joy and love. Take a look!
Location: Bernie's Book Bank // Flowers: Simply Flowers // Jewelry: NLS Jewelry
You can view Mikey & Molly's engagement session here.
In honor of their upcoming nuptials, Erika & Jackson are on the blog this week! The photos below were shot in Evanston last fall.
This week, I discovered split toning module in lightroom and it has changed my life! If you are a lightroom user like I am, I recommend this video by Ed Gregory. He does a great job showing you what is possible with split toning in a little amount of time. Take a look to see what split toning did for my photographs!
Fashion photography is the ultimate for photographers! This summer I had the opportunity to collaborate on a lookbook for my friend Tessa. She has a few online shops where she buys/sells vintage & unique clothing. Tessa was also the model for this shoot. Check out our take on fashion photography in the streets of Chicago.
Recently, I've been inspired to do unique/colorful product shoots. Luckily, my best friend Nicole Salerno makes incredible jewelry that flourishes my daily wardrobe (you can see/shop her gorgeous jewelry here). I used these jewels and props from around the house to create some pretty unique shots. Check them out!
A majority of the photos I took around the city last week were flowers. Usually, my photos have few major edits; to mix things up I experimented with lightroom filters. Take a look!
There is nothing better than a great photoshoot with great people! I was lucky enough to have a shoot like that this summer. Take a look at Noah, Amber and their beautiful family.
Location: Chicago River Walk, Trump Plaza, Wrigley Building
Brian and Beth Blankenship are the talented duo behind Tank & the Beez. Their music has an americana roots sound with an old fashioned, soulful feel. Do yourself a favor and check them out here. Our shoot was inspired by Allister Ann and shot in Humboldt Park. Take a look!
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One of the many things I love about photography is the places it takes you. Two weeks ago, I found myself shooting a bachelorette party on a rooftop in Chicago. The bride to be is my dear friend Molly. Check out this unique bachelorette party!
Portland is my favorite place to travel by far. Every visit is filled with art, love, laughter and lots of coffee. Matthew Tomas (also a photographer) is half the reason I traveled to Portland last weekend. We've been best friends since high school and share a love for visual art. His photographs are true works of art (a few are featured below) you must check out his flickr page!
Lindsay, my beautiful, talented sister is the other half reason I traveled to Portland. She is getting her masters degree in architecture from the University of Oregon and I couldn't be more proud. Aside from being a brilliant architect, Lindsay is also an incredible water color painter. Check out her masterpieces here.
I am immensely grateful for the time I got to spend with these two. The opportunity to learn and grow creatively with people you love does wonders for your craft and soul. Check out our weekend in Portland!
ugh, I just freaking love these two
Mike & Lauren's Chicago wedding at the Ravenswood Event Center.
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Read MoreI spent this past weekend down at 'the farm,' as we call it in my family. 'The farm' is the farm my mom grew up on in Hancock County, most of her family still lives down there. I was there to celebrate my cousin Mary's bridal shower. The drive from my apartment in Chicago to Hancock County is about 5 hours. In that time I got to know 2 new podcasts: The Candid Frame & Tips from the Top Floor. These photography podcasts made great travel companions on my solo drive. They were interesting, not too long and most important, inspired me to get out and shoot. Take a look at what I saw:
This may be my favorite photoshoot to date. Immanuel and Abel share a love so sincere it reaches out and hugs those who surround them! Take a look at the fun we had exploring Pilsen.
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This engagement session was a special one as Mikey and Molly have been friends of mine for a long time. The love this couple shares is so full of joy, it was an honor to capture. Check out the engagement session shot in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood.
