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Saturday was pure magic celebrating Elizabeth and Connor’s wedding at the historic St. James Chapel in Chicago. It was a perfect autumn day, and the love these two share was radiant in every moment. Capturing their glowing portraits in this golden light was an absolute dream!
St James Chapel Chicago Wedding | Claxton Wedding
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There is so much I could say about this beautiful wedding day… about this couple….about their joy and happiness to have been able to find one another. Holly & William met in Calculus III class at the university in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They met in class and sat next to each other for an entire semester […]
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I was so thrilled when Eric messaged me a year ago that he and his fiancee, Irene were interested in hiring me to be their wedding photographer. You see, I have known Eric since we were in elementary school. We have stayed in touch via social media so when I saw that he was engaged […]
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Last summer I met Susan and Jordan for some coffee and to go over their wedding day. They were recommended to me by their good friend, Emily who is also a photographer and who had been following my work for sometime now. Susan and Jordan ended up booking me on the spot and I was so honored that they choose me to capture their day.
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Lauren & Angelo’s wedding at ThunderHawk Golf Club in Beach Park, IL had such a romantic feel to it that you almost forgot that you were at a golf course.
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Nicole & Noah drove down from Michigan to Chicago for this very special engagement session. They vacationed in Chicago often and wanted to show their love for our great city in their engagement photos.
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Marissa & Sean’s wedding day was perfect! These two looked liked classic movie stars on their wedding day! Marissa’s wedding dress was the most classic and prettiest I have ever seen.
With 10 years of experience in the industry, shooting over 250+ weddings, I have honed my skills to provide my couples with stunning and memorable wedding images that will be cherished for a lifetime.
When it comes to your wedding day, my personalized approach with every couple, taking the time to get to know you and understand your vision for your wedding day. I believe that building a relationship with my clients is essential in capturing authentic and heartfelt moments. This allows me to create photographs that truly reflect the personalities and emotions of the couple and their loved ones.
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Your wedding day is more than just a series of events—it’s a timeless story that deserves to be told with artistry and intention. Investing in professional photography means entrusting someone to capture the fleeting moments, the laughter, the tears, and the quiet glances that define your unique celebration.
From the first consultation to the final delivery of your beautifully curated images, every step is designed to honor the significance of your day.
We believe that every couple and every wedding is unique, and our approach is centered around capturing the spirit and individuality of your celebration with exquisite attention to detail. Whether it’s the delicate lace of your gown, the emotion in your partner’s eyes, or the joyful embraces of family and friends, we preserve each moment with the utmost care and artistry.
Our goal is to create a visual legacy that you and your loved ones will treasure for generations—a collection of images that not only document the day but also evoke the emotions and memories that will be felt long after the last dance. By choosing us to be a part of your special day, you are ensuring that your love story is captured in a way that is as timeless and beautiful as the day itself.
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