A Magical Wedding at Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago: Milteva & Jay Love stories often unfold in the most unexpected places and for Milteva and Jay, their journey to “I do” led them to the historic Congress Plaza Hotel in the heart of Chicago. With its classic elegance and modern charm blend, the Congress Plaza Hotel […]

Classic Chicago Engagement Session: These engagement photos taken on the Gold Coast truly capture my heart! Bethany & Craig, an extraordinary couple, initially felt shy about posing in front of the camera. I empathize deeply; it can indeed be daunting! Yet, as their photographer, it’s both my duty and honor to ensure they feel completely […]

Engagement photography has always been a way to capture the palpable love and sheer excitement of couples embarking on a lifelong journey together. Yet, my recent engagement session at the iconic Lyric Opera of Chicago wasn’t just another day at work. It was a heartwarming reunion with my passion after two months of hiatus, recuperating […]

Getting engaged is a whirlwind of excitement, planning, and a whole new dictionary of terms and traditions to learn about. Among those, the concept of the “First Look” is something that captures the hearts of many. Traditionally, it describes the emotionally charged moment when the groom sees his bride in her wedding dress for the […]

Family formals at a wedding are like capturing a moment in time, a snapshot of all your loved ones dressed up, happy, and together—perhaps for the first time in years or even decades. These photos are a blend of tradition and celebration, holding a special place in wedding albums and on living room walls. Let’s […]

Sometimes, the most mundane tasks can hide the most crucial of priorities, especially when it involves safeguarding something as priceless as your wedding photos. As a Chicago wedding photographer, I’ve learned a thing or two about the backstage of this business, from capturing those joyous moments to making sure they’re preserved for decades to come. […]

Choosing whether to have a first look on your wedding day is a big decision for many couples. As weddings evolve and traditions become more flexible, the idea of a first look—a moment before the ceremony when the couple sees each other for the first time on their wedding day—has gained popularity. However, there’s still […]

Love stories that span years are not uncommon, but when high school sweethearts embark on a journey of love that lasts a lifetime, it’s undeniably extraordinary. This is precisely the heartwarming tale of Brittani and Trei, two people who found love at a young age and recently tied the knot in an intimate and sunny […]

Love stories have a habit of unfolding in the most magical and unexpected ways. For Alyssa and Brad, their wedding day was a testament to this fact. On a rainy and cloudy day in Chicago, their journey as husband and wife began, filled with romance and joy. The Rainy and Cloudy Blessing: Alyssa and Brad’s […]

Love is a magical thing that knows no boundaries, and when two hearts are meant to be together, nothing can stand in their way. That’s the story of Allison and Nadav, whose love story is one of those that inspires us to believe in true love. Their love is so pure and enchanting that it […]