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My husband, Blake and I LOVE trying new things together; food, hot yoga, downhill mountain biking, you name it! We also love finding outdoor adventures together and all the Marvel movies. I’m a summer girl, line dance regular, morning person -gasp!- and 8 wing 9 for all my Enneagram lovers out there.
Fun fact. I actually met my husband when I was 15! See what chocolate Munchkins, motorcycles and a 100lb sign have to do with it here. ;)
I’M RACHAEL, WEDDING & ENGAGEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER. SMALL BUSINESS OWNER.
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Rachael taught us all the best poses and made it feel so natural to be in front of the camera. On wedding day, Rachael knew the perfect poses for bride and groom, family, and the bridal party. All our friends and family complimented how incredible Rachael and her team were on our wedding day - they were professional, kind and were able to quickly and efficiently get our large family photos done. Rachael - you captured our day so beautifully. We love every single photo and can’t wait to cherish these memories for the rest of our lives. Thank you for your passion and your kindness, we had so much fun working with you!"
lindsay & kevin
"Rachael made the entire process seamless and fun
Our experience with Rachael was excellent from start to finish, and I cannot emphasize enough how highly I recommend her as a wedding photographer."
molly & david
"She was so fun and enthusiastic throughout the whole day, and she made us feel very comfortable and natural in front of the camera.
From the first conversation my husband and I had with her we knew this is who we wanted to capture our wedding day. She wanted to get to know us as individuals first, before even asking questions about our wedding day vision. She was an absolute dream to work with! So professional, so fun, and incredibly beautiful photos!!! She made us feel like the most gorgeous people on our wedding day and made taking hundreds of photos insanely fun. Our wedding party loved working with her as well! We have nothing but great things to say about Rachael and I would 100% recommend her to anyone and everyone! Thank you for everything, Rachael!!!"
erin & packy
"Rachael is a literal superstar!
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BROWSE SOME OF MY FAVORITE STORIES
Loren & Spencer
The Hyatt Lodge
Oak Brook, Illinois
Megan & Paul
The Danada House
Wheaton, Illinois
Hannah & Steven
The Farmhouse Plainfield
Plainfield, Illinois
APRIL & JOE
Maggiano's Banquet
Chicago, Illinois
Wedding photography is more than just incredible images, it’s an experience and after shooting over 300 weddings, I’ve yet to experience two weddings that are the same. That’s why the first thing I want to do is get to know you and your vision for your wedding.
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