Getting to celebrate alongside Madalyn & Jack this past weekend was such a joy. From the excitement that filled the morning to the incredible celebration at Empress Banquets, their wedding day was full of so much love, laughter, and support from the people who mean the most to them. While there were so many moments […]

Some stories feel like they were always meant to happen. Even though Emily & Kevin both attended Marquette University and shared mutual friends, it wasn’t until they met online that everything finally fell into place. Their first date? Coffee and a walk through a forest preserve… which Emily’s friends lovingly described as a “psycho” first […]

Getting to be back at Itasca Country Club this past weekend was so much fun. From the beautiful tree-lined drive to the perfectly manicured grounds, there truly isn’t a corner of this venue that isn’t stunning. When Hannah & Dan told me they would be celebrating their wedding here, I couldn’t wait for their day […]

Earlier this week, Cassie met up with Kayle & Connor for an evening exploring two of my favorite Chicago locations… Lincoln Park and North Avenue Beach. Between the city skyline, the lakefront, and so many genuine laughs, these two made the entire session feel effortless. Their story began five years ago after matching on Bumble. […]

There is something really special about couples whose relationship is built on friendship first, and that is exactly what I loved hearing about Mary and Wyatt. The two met through a student organization at Illinois State University, where they spent about a year as friends before they started dating. Six years later, after countless memories […]

There are some engagement sessions that you leave counting down the seconds until you can look at the photos onto your computer… and Lexi & Mick’s was absolutely one of those. Cassie spent a beautiful July evening exploring Cantigny Park with these two, and from the very beginning, their joy, easy laughter, and sweet connection […]