On our new website, under Inspiration, we have tucked away a secret little section. If you click on “we believe…” you will see a bunch of red boxes. These boxes contain words that are meaningful to us. When you click on a box, you will get a glimpse of what moves us, inspires us, and brings joy to our lives.
"We Believe... in the simple pleasures of life, the kindness of a genuine smile, and karma."
Selecting the best-fit photographer for your wedding can be an overwhelming process. Hoping to help couples make the decision easier, I wrote the below article for Inside Weddings. Ideally, you will find a photographer who is the complete package: talented; built for your event; shares similar style sensibilities; and is easy to be around.
Urban-chic, sexy and fun! Jessica and Jeff were all about savoring the moment and dancing the night away with close friends and family. Their wedding day took place in downtown Chicago at the legendary Standard Club. It is a special place - a home away from home - where many family celebrations have occurred. Jessica and Jeff enjoyed the club's surrounding architecture, some sunshine, and a few good laughs with their bridal party before the big ceremony.
Strong Chicago ties, a beautiful ceremony at Holy Name Cathedral, and sophisticated fun at the Ritz-Carlton Chicago. Lauren and Luke were excited to celebrate their wedding with family and friends in their Sweet Home Chicago. In order to make their wedding more intimate, they invited a close family friend to preside over the ceremony.
A sweet and gentle love. Michael couldn’t take his eyes off his gorgeous bride, Chelsey. Long-time friends traveled from near and far to help celebrate their special day. Family traditions were carried on as the men wore Scottish kilts with their various tartans. Every detail was authentic and meaningful.
The most important thing you can do to help create meaningful photographs on your wedding day is to let go of the details and be present in the moment. Don’t get distracted by a needy relative or a detail you expected to be different. None of that matters. The couple dictates the tone of the day; if you are joyful and carefree, your guests will follow your lead and it will be a very magical experience.
We feel fortunate to live and work in the beautiful, Chicago neighborhood of Logan Square, among many talented artists and entrepreneurs. We believe in the beauty of blending historic with modern. Built in 1916, our European style live-work building, is land-marked by the city of Chicago, full of character and modern style. It is a dream come true to have a charming studio, surrounded by beautiful boulevards, as the foundation of our creative endeavors.
"It is a pleasure to get to know our couples, become part of their inner circle, understand their connections, and hone in on what matters most. Every celebration has its own personality, vibe and feeling. To interpret and translate the feeling, love and joy, we look for the split-second glances, tender touches, belly laughs and genuine smiles. Emotionally connected, we sense magical moments; one must first feel, and then see to be able to interpret. This is the foundation of our creative process."
"Inspired by all art forms: paintings, architecture, fashion, cinema, music and food, we incorporate our sensibilities into everything we do. Blending emotional imagery with a modern and elegant viewpoint is how we tell very personal stories in a nuanced way. We do this so that you may savor your celebration, long after it ends, and remember those feelings forever. It would be our privilege to interpret your unique story."
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