weddings

Ruth + Wilson | Fall Goshen Indiana Wedding

Ruth + Wilson | Fall Goshen Indiana Wedding

My sweet friend Ruth got married a few weeks ago on a very rainy morning in Goshen Indiana.  She looked so beautiful and so very her. Eric and I came up for the day to document their day and to be a part of the celebration.   Ruth and Wilson did not care about the … Continue reading


Jennifer & Dave | Wedding in Citizens Park Barrington IL

Jennifer & Dave | Wedding in Citizens Park Barrington IL

Jennifer and Dave’s day was an absolute delight.  Everything was laid back and everyone so happy!! ( perfect combo if you ask me)  I got a bit swept up into their story. They are both such genuine people and so thoughtful towards the other.  And oh, their sense of humor!  It had them both laughing, … Continue reading


Jennifer & Dave | One Frame | Outdoor Chicago Wedding Photography

Jennifer & Dave | One Frame | Outdoor Chicago Wedding Photography

Eric and I had such a fun day with Jennifer & Dave. Can’t wait to show you their day!  Thought I’d tease you with this one frame!  Don’t you LOVE LOVE LOVE her dress?!! More soon!


Megan & Jacob | Part 2 | Wedding at Blue Dress Barn

Megan & Jacob | Part 2 | Wedding at Blue Dress Barn

Today you will get the treat of Megan and Jake’s lovely party full with Michigan wildflowers, glowing lanterns and the charming Blue Dress Barn.  If you missed Part 1 from yesterday, click here to catch up! Another big shout out to Pearls Events for a lovely day! Remember yesterday how I gushed about these two … Continue reading


Megan & Jacob| Part 1 | Wedding at Blue Dress Barn

Megan & Jacob| Part 1 | Wedding at Blue Dress Barn

Both Eric and I looked forward to Megan and Jacob’s wedding day all year. Their Montrose Engagement Session was one of my all time favorite engagement shoots and knew their wedding would not disappoint! They are fun, laid back and most of all, gave us free reign to see into their lives and create imagery without being … Continue reading


Megan & Jacob | One frame | Wedding at Blue Dress Barn

Megan & Jacob | One frame | Wedding at Blue Dress Barn

Thought I would tease you all a bit with this lovely photo from Megan & Jacob’s incredible wedding at The Blue Dress Barn in Michigan.   Much much more coming next week! Big shout out to Aletha and her team from Pearl Events!  The whole day was flawless and oh so enjoyable!


Susan & Robert | Vintage Wedding in Chicago

Susan & Robert | Vintage Wedding in Chicago

Every Saturday this wedding season has had rain or so it seems to this wedding photographer. This small wedding was early on a Saturday morning with only their closest family and friends. As it was time for the intimate ceremony, the black clouds rolled in and pushed us all inside.  Rain or no rain these … Continue reading


Ashley & Jake | Morton Arboretum Wedding

Ashley & Jake | Morton Arboretum Wedding

I will try not to gush, but I might have a hard time.  I just fell for these two.  They could not take their eyes off of one another and would get so wrapped up in each other’s presence. They had a quiet, content happiness on their day.   It was such a joy to … Continue reading


Ashley | Sneak Peek of Garden Wedding

Ashley | Sneak Peek of Garden Wedding

One frame from Ashley & Jake’s wedding at the Morton Arboretum. Much more soon!  


Kathy & Jason Married! | Small Chicago Lincoln Park Wedding

Kathy & Jason Married! | Small Chicago Lincoln Park Wedding

Kathy and Jason are really fun people that really love each other.  We had such a great time in their home for their engagement session bottling home brew.  They had a very small celebration with only thirty of their nearest and dearest.  The adoration between them was so apparent, full of small glances that were … Continue reading


Amy & Gary | Chicago Garden Wedding at Volo

Amy & Gary | Chicago Garden Wedding at Volo

If you missed yesterday’s shoot around Bucktown with these two, click here to go back and see!  With their private east coast wedding, and running off to Greece for three weeks, this Chicago celebration at Volo ended their newlywed celebrations. It was the perfect Chicago summer night for a garden party. A big thanks to Jaclyn … Continue reading


Emily & Jeff | Bloomington Country Club Wedding

Emily & Jeff | Bloomington Country Club Wedding

Emily & Jeff had a lovely, elegant wedding despite the rainy day in Bloomington Illinois.  Remember their modern downtown Chicago Engagement? Their wedding took place in Emily’s hometown and had so many details steeped in family tradition.  They were married in the same church as her grandparents and held the reception at the same place as her … Continue reading


Rachel + Robert | Chicago Wedding in Lincoln Park

Rachel + Robert | Chicago Wedding in Lincoln Park

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 … Continue reading


Catherine & Sean | Part 2 | Wedding at MCA Chicago

Catherine & Sean | Part 2 | Wedding at MCA Chicago

Here is Part 2 of Catherine & Sean’s day!  If you missed Part 1 from yesterday , click here to go back and check it out! Thanks again Anne from TruStudio for coming along and helping Eric and I!  A big thank you to Bambi from BCR events for an evening that ran so smoothly. … Continue reading


Catherine & Sean | Part 1 | Wedding at MCA Chicago

Catherine & Sean | Part 1 |  Wedding at MCA Chicago

Catherine and Sean’s day was filled to the brim with the most elegant of details for their modern city affair.    I got excited at their lakeside engagement session hearing all that was to come for their day.   From Catherine’s Lazaro gown to the incredible florals by Vale of Enne and Lillypops to the … Continue reading


Bahareh + Justin | Part 2 | Wedding at The Grove, Illinois

Bahareh + Justin | Part 2 | Wedding at The Grove, Illinois

Welcome back for Part 2 of Bahareh and Justin’s garden wedding!  Make sure you check out Part 1 from  yesterday! If you’d like to check out their Fall Chicago Botanic Garden Engagement Session, click here. Bahareh and Justin are just such wonderful people that had a day spilling over with people who loved them, heartfelt … Continue reading


Bahareh + Justin | Part 1 | Wedding at The Grove, Illinois

Bahareh + Justin | Part 1 | Wedding at The Grove, Illinois

When we met Bahareh and Justin for their engagement session at Chicago Botanic Garden we have been looking forward to their wedding at The Grove. The love they have oozes out in the most comfortable, adoring way and with their love of the outdoors, its been an absolute perfect match for us in both photographic style … Continue reading


Salina & Chris | Unity Temple and Oak Park Country Club Wedding

Salina & Chris | Unity Temple and Oak Park Country Club Wedding

Today is Chris and  Salina’s Wedding debut to the good ole’ interwebs!  Excited to show it off here and it has made its way over to Hey Gorgeous!  I posted one photo of Salina on our Facebook page and Rhi from Hey Gorgeous instantly fell in love and just had to have it for her … Continue reading


Andrea + Rob Married! | Part 2 | Fulton’s on the River Wedding

Andrea + Rob Married! | Part 2 | Fulton’s on the River Wedding

Andrea and Rob’s reception was at Fulton’s on the River. We spent time along the Chicago river front and popped into a few other places downtown before heading back for the big celebration. Miss Part 1? Click here to the ceremony and getting ready shots! You might also want to check out their chilly engagement … Continue reading


Andrea + Rob Married! | Part 1 | St. Benedict and Fulton’s On the River

Andrea + Rob Married! | Part 1 | St. Benedict and Fulton’s On the River

Even though Chicago decided to give us Winter instead of Spring, I haven’t enjoyed a wedding this much in quite a while. I just completely adore Andrea & Rob. These two just get it. They were so ready to be married. They enjoyed their day. Sounds simple and obvious but these few elements are the … Continue reading


Ashley + Philip Married! | Miami Destination Wedding Photography| Part 2

Ashley + Philip Married! | Miami Destination Wedding Photography| Part 2

Here is Part 2 of Ashley and Philip’s Miami Destination Wedding! This post is full of the ancient Spanish Monastery surrounded with tropical foliage and old stone work. It was unbelievable to shoot in and an incredible experience for their guests. Miss Part 1 from yesterday? Click here! Eric’s shot below. Their candlelit ceremony took place … Continue reading


Ashley + Philip Married! | Miami Destination Wedding Photography | Part 1

Ashley + Philip Married! | Miami Destination Wedding Photography | Part 1

Only a week ago we were soaking up as much sun as possible and enjoying a warm weekend with these two. You may remember their dreamy lakeside engagement shoot last summer here in Chicago. We were thrilled when Ashley and Phil decided on a destination wedding. Leave Chicago for Miami in Januray? YES PLEASE! Ashley and … Continue reading


Ashley + Phil | Sneak Peek | Miami Wedding Photography

Ashley + Phil | Sneak Peek | Miami Wedding Photography

Before we leave the land of 70 degrees and back to Chicago winter, I wanted to share one image from this incredible weekend. More to come very soon!


Oh the places we go! | 2010 | Personal.

Oh the places we go! | 2010 | Personal.

Wow can’t believe 2010 has come and gone. It was a whirlwind of a year. So many ups and down with crazy amounts of challenges. Eric and I have the privilege of doing this photographic journey together. I just need to pause and really say this, and say it LOUDLY. We would not exist without the entrepreneurial spirit of Eric. He … Continue reading


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Grateful.
Grateful.

Life has a funny way of making the things you love, the things you should be cherishing, cheap, less important and ” not quite”. Just this morning I’ve been thinking about how fickle I am, how quickly I want more.  I am so full to the brim with dear friends and the things in life … Continue reading


Stef & Tony| Cavallo Point Wedding Photography
Stef & Tony| Cavallo Point Wedding Photography

I really loved Stef and Tony’s day.  It was relaxed, elegant and genuine in every way.  We were blessed with an incredible day full of sunshine and 70 degrees at Cavallo Point.  Their guests enjoyed warm weather, views of the Golden Gate Bridge and a heartfelt celebration. Cheers to Stef and Tony and much thanks … Continue reading


Brit | At home San Francisco Maternity Photographer
Brit | At home San Francisco Maternity Photographer

I am so excited for this wonderful woman to welcome her baby boy to the world in a few weeks.  She is so beautiful, kind and full of love. What a lucky little boy! Click  to go back to her 5 month maternity shoot and stay tuned tomorrow for a few  more of her and … Continue reading


Brit | San Francisco Modern Maternity
Brit | San Francisco Modern Maternity

Couldn’t help but share one frame from Brit’s maternity session.  More soon!


Press | Simply Jessie Photography in The Knot!
Press | Simply Jessie Photography in The Knot!

There is nothing better than seeing your own work in print. On top of the joy of leafing through these pretty pages, The Knot Chicago chose Kate & Mark’s amazing day! Kate wowed me with her attention to detail and incredible style. Everything was incredibly elegant yet somehow still perfectly laid back. Click here to … Continue reading


Press | Simply Jessie Photography on Grey Likes Baby!
Press | Simply Jessie Photography on Grey Likes Baby!

I am thrilled that Grey Likes Baby featured Amanda and Brandon’s maternity shoot. It is one of my very favorites and thrilled to partner with the fabulous Grey Likes Baby! Go see both Part 1 and Part 2 of the feature!