From the moment we met up on a cold winter's day for Rachel and Robert's engagement session we hit it off. These two are generous, open hearted and a lot of fun!   Their wedding day was no different.  Their good humor along with dear friends and family surrounded them and celebrated their love.  I heard Rachel say several times that she wanted the day to slow down, that it was going too fast.  She wanted to remember it all. Thank you again Rachel and Rob for bringing us along and treating us as friends with cameras. It is obvious we think the world of you and we celebrated right along with your nearest and dearest.

And Rachel?  You are stunning.

 

Modern Elegant Chicago Wedding
Modern Elegant Chicago Wedding
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Rachel and her bridesmaids WALKED to St. Clement Church for the ceremony.  It was a wonderful parade through the few blocks from her home to the church to be wed. 

 

 

Elegant Chicago bride at St. Clement
Elegant Chicago bride at St. Clement
Classic Groom
Classic Groom

 

Gorgeous ceremony at St. Clement Church.

 

Wedding Ceremony in St. Clement
Wedding Ceremony in St. Clement
Ceremony in St Clement, Chicago
Ceremony in St Clement, Chicago
Chicago wedding at St. Clement
Chicago wedding at St. Clement

 

I followed the newlyweds out the front door as they celebrated privately. This series is minutes after they left the church as husband & wife. Some of my favorites of the day. 

 

Chicago IL Wedding Photographer
Chicago IL Wedding Photographer
Chicago IL Wedding Photographer
Chicago IL Wedding Photographer
Whimsey Wedding Photography
Whimsey Wedding Photography
Lincoln Park bride in Chicago
Lincoln Park bride in Chicago
B&W Chicago Bride
B&W Chicago Bride

 

We headed off to Lincoln Park where Rachel and Rob spend a lot of time together and love the lush green among the city.

 

Bridal Party in Lincoln Park
Bridal Party in Lincoln Park
Natural Wedding Photography in Chicago
Natural Wedding Photography in Chicago

 

Rachel made these necklaces for her bridesmaids!!

 

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Classic B&W Photography
Classic B&W Photography
Emotional Chicago Wedding Photography
Emotional Chicago Wedding Photography
Outdoor Midwestern Chicago Photographer
Outdoor Midwestern Chicago Photographer
Wedding in Lincoln Park Chicago
Wedding in Lincoln Park Chicago

 

We piled back into the fun trolley and headed to Fulton's on the River.  We spent a few extra minutes outside on the Lasalle bridge downtown. 

 

Modern Chicago Wedidng Photography
Modern Chicago Wedidng Photography
Untraditional LaSalle Bridge Wedding Photography
Untraditional LaSalle Bridge Wedding Photography
Lasalle Bridge Wedding Photography
Lasalle Bridge Wedding Photography
Romantic Chicago Downtown Wedding
Romantic Chicago Downtown Wedding
Modern Chicago Wedding Photography IL
Modern Chicago Wedding Photography IL
Lasalle Wedding black & white
Lasalle Wedding black & white

 

Fulton's on the River looked elegant and classic with hints of aqua and sage that really set the whole room off. Guests mingled on the terrace on the Chicago river and enjoyed an evening in the heart of the city.

 

Centerpieces at Fulton's on the River
Centerpieces at Fulton's on the River
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Elegant Wedding on Fultons on the River
Elegant Wedding on Fultons on the River
2011 Ryan, Robert and Rachel Calme Wedding IMG_6981
2011 Ryan, Robert and Rachel Calme Wedding IMG_6981
Night Chicago Wedding photography
Night Chicago Wedding photography

 

Thank you again Rachel and Rob for having us with you on your big day.  We wish you a lifetime of love and friendship that grows with each passing day.

xoxo,

Jessie & Eric

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