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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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Chicago Downtown Elopement Chicago Downtown Elopement – A week before their elopement M&M reached out to me to document their special day! A few requests were made. They wanted their dog to be in a few shots around their Bucktown neighborhood. They also wanted a few shots around the neighborhood of The Church of Jesus […]
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Midwest Elopement Photographer I had been looking forward to Allison and Dariusz’s wedding for 2 years… Then COVID struck and their dream wedding that was to be held at the Brookfield Zoo got postponed, then canceled. Their wedding day looked a little different than what they had originally planned… however, it was just as beautiful. […]
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Indiana Elopement Photograph The year 2020 will go down as the year for elopements. Many of my couples have had to switch up their plans and go for a more intimate and relaxed wedding celebration. Imagine replanning and moving all of your wedding plans, all while moving to a new home. Indiana Elopement Photographer This […]
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Isabel & Peter If you didn’t already know, I am here to tell you that I LOVE Elopements! They are so carefree and romantic, and I just love everything about being an Illinois Elopement Wedding Photographer. When Isabel contacted me via Instagram back in April and asked me if I was open to photographing […]
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.
Capturing Forever Begins Here
