Ashley + Phil Engaged | Part 2 | Chicago Engagement Photography

It is a huge responsibility to capture love in imagery. I never tire of witnessing the way people find each other, uniquely complement, and walk through life together. Ashley and Phil, love like yours makes me love my job and creativity run wild. Thank you for listening and trusting me on light and location. Congratulations you guys. Can’t wait for January.

I love love this series of photos. We were playing in the richest of light day has to offer. After days of humidity and heat we were kissed with this lovely evening. Dreamy Chicago romance…..

Click here if you missed out on Part 1 !

On our way back to the car, we decided to stop and do some fun night photography down Michigan Avenue.

3 Responses to “Ashley + Phil Engaged | Part 2 | Chicago Engagement Photography”

  1. I am wiggling in anticipation of seeing all these fabulous couples dressed to the nines for their sure-to-be-amazing weddings. You’ve got some great stuff comin’ up, Jess!

  2. Jessie & Eric, both images in this series are incredible. It is so beautiful to see their love captured through your eyes.

  3. Janel says:

    These are great!!! Love the evening on the water…who would know that could be so beautiful.

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