Hi! I'm Winterlyn. I’m an Illinois Wedding Photographer and Elopement & Engagement Photographer based in Chicago, IL. On my blog, you can view an entire wedding day or engagement session from start to finish. Use it to get a feel for my photography style, or find & share your own story.
Whether you’re looking for a romantic backdrop for your engagement photos or a unique and exciting place to explore, a downtown Chicago engagement session is a perfect choice. With its world-class architecture, beautiful parks, and vibrant atmosphere, downtown Chicago offers the perfect setting for a beautiful and romantic engagement session. From the iconic skyline to […]
The Arbory is a hidden gem in West Town; where lush greenery meets an industrial warehouse in the heart of Chicago. This hot new wedding venue is located in a century-old lumber warehouse. The space is the perfect blend of vintage industrial meets modern sophistication. With six oversize skylights bask lush greenery details in natural […]
My first time photographing a wedding at Loft Lucia and it was an incredible experience. If you are looking for an Industrial style venue for your Chicago wedding, look no further. Loft Lucia is a beautiful venue with a rooftop patio for a ceremony/cocktail hour and an exposed brick / Industrial style room for the […]
The Wit Hotel Chicago Wedding is a perfect venue to hold your wedding day. It’s located on State and Lake street in the heart of downtown Chicago. Kahla and Brandon’s wedding day at The Wit Hotel in downtown Chicago could not have been a nicer day. The weather air is turning as Autumn has just […]
Going back to Oak Brook Bath and Tennis to shoot Justine and Alfredo’s wedding was bittersweet. The Oak Brook Bath and Tennis Club was the very first venue that I shot a wedding at 9 years ago! Justine and Alfredo had booked me for their engagement session last winter. They had not decided on their […]
Devyn and Jordan traveled all the way from New York to capture their engagement photos at Lincoln Park, Chicago. Chicago is very special to them. Austin had never been to the city until Devyn brought him for a visit years ago to visit her grandmother. Some of their fondest memories are visiting Chicago in December […]
The Ivy Room is nestled in the heart of downtown Chicago and hidden from view. The fact that it is hidden in plain sight makes it feel even more magical. Walking into the garden area you feel like you have been transported into another world. The outdoor courtyard with dripping ivy is the perfect spot […]
Chicago Engagement Photographer | Buckingham Fountain Engagement Session Buckingham Fountain Engagement Session Cindy & Dennis are getting married next month. I couldn’t have been more thrilled to spend the morning exploring our great city with them. Cindy & Dennis met online like so many of my couples these days and are absolutely adorable together. They […]
This was my first time shooting at Royal Sonesta Chicago wedding venue. I have to say it did not disappoint. Walking into the 39th-floor penthouse and seeing the breathtaking views, I was blown away. The photos do not do this venue justice. If you are looking for a downtown wedding venue give the Royal Sonesta […]
Emerson Creek Summer Weddings are the best. Emerson Creek venue is a rustic barn and farm wedding venue, a chic venue that is located in Oswego, IL. I second shot this wedding for the lovely Joy Lyn Photography in the summer of 2021. The second shooter is something I’m sure you have heard of. If […]