I received a call on Wednesday asking if I had time to come out for a secret wedding out at a local Chicago park. I was on board the moment we spoke. She is my kind of gal. They have a wonderful Fall wedding planned but just could not wait any longer. They were ready to be married and Saturday was the day.
Eric and I met them at noon. They picked which tree they wanted to be under and our secret wedding began. There were dandelions, beautiful light, trees, a light breeze and a couple so in love that there they stood. Within twenty minutes under the oak tree among their audience of birds, wate, morning walkers and their dog, they are now husband and wife.
I have to mention that there is ZERO posing the entire day. I was only an observer with a camera. This is 100% them, unashamed, no instruction, just two people and the love they share.
They had the day planned including a picnic, reading of old love letters, flower pressing and a local dinner. It was simple. It was crazy beautiful.
I left full of life and joy and a renewed sense of the way love should be. The love between two individuals that involves no one else but them.
Thank you for choosing Eric and I to tell your story. We left more in love with one another and reminded of how incredibly special it is to find the one that makes your heart sing.
And as promised… they shall remain nameless… to continue their secret identity until their Fall celebration. Stay tuned.
Had a lovely time celebrating the beautiful Emily and Paul this past weekend. The wedding took place on a quaint inn on a river. Here is one frame with more to come in the next few days! Can’t hide happiness!
Jenna and Nick have been dear friends of ours for years. It is always a special privilege to get those you love in front of the lens and capture the love and warmth they are giving to the world. We are so delighted to be living near these two again and are looking forward to many new … Continue reading
To celebrate our 2,000 mile move , we are having a moving sale! And not just any moving sale but 20% off of all wedding packages for those within 120 miles of San Francisco! Spread the word! It is first come, first serve and need to book by May 15! Email jessie@simplyjessie.com for all the … Continue reading
Kristine and Nathan’s day was an amazing Spring day in the Midwest The trees were full of colorful blossoms, warm temperatures and the leaves were the brilliant green of new life. Thank you to Jaclyn Simpson for being my wingman!
Forgive the silence of the last few weeks. It is hard to describe in words what these days have been…. a journey is the best way to describe this process. So many things have happened , our feet have been in so many places, our eyes taking in gorgeous landscapes and the expanse of our beautiful country. … Continue reading
As this blog posts, Eric and I have loaded up our small car with our gear computers, two cats and 2 weeks of clothing. We have turned our car and hearts West. We are ready to document this new adventure armed with rolls of film, field cameras, medium format and digital cameras as well. As I … Continue reading
wow! soooo beautiful! lucky lucky, everyone.
Jessie–this is amazing! You are so lucky to have been a part of this
Happy Day!!
Simply romantic…not enough of the real thing! You captured it beautifully, Jessie
love you,
Carolyn
So beautiful….So romantic…
Unlike my usual comment, I simply cannot choose my favorite pic!
Simply beautiful!
Thank you for being two amazing kids.
Jessie, thank you for taking such wonderful photos.
You truly captured their love.
Love you, Mom and Dad
It’s so raw and pure in every way.
Even the photo of their dog is perfect.
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Wow – so romantic! Your pictures capture the essence of the day perfectly… and I love that they had a picnic reception for themselves!
you are incredibly talented. clearly the subjects were making it easy for you (joy like that is tough to fake), but seriously, this is great work you’ve done. thank you, keep at it!
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