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I had the opportunity to take some portraits of th

I had the opportunity to take some portraits of these incredible trailblazers during this past weekend's True Chicago conference. I didn't get to all of the contributors, and Instagram only lets me post 10 at a time.

I always leave @truechicago.co invigorated and ready to create, but this year, more than ever, the message was clear: we need to take care of ourselves.

Super thankful for that first panel that talked about mental health in the creative community. Oftentimes, we all we got.

This year's was the best year yet. Can't wait to see what this community creates.

Went into the archives to find this one. One of my

Went into the archives to find this one. One of my favorite first look reactions every. Captured this one while second shooting for @lecapeweddings !

I know the spotted lighting from the trees is probably considered a no no in "professional" photography, but I love how it turned out in this one.

👉🏽👉🏽Also saw the legendary @dianataurasi in the hotel that morning because the Phoenix Mercury were in town and took a selfie with her. What a day!

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2021 appreciation post with 2022s first photograph

2021 appreciation post with 2022s first photographed couple.

I was so happy Rocco reached out to capture his proposal to his fiancé. The weather looked like we were in a snow globe.

Whether it was through reschedules or initially intended wedding dates, 2021 was my busiest and most successful year in business.

As a business, I was able to photograph more this year than I ever imagined: senior pictures, newborn photos, engagement photos, family portraits, live music, weddings, and probably so much more.

As an individual, I learned to slow down, be intentional, and value time with my family even more.

We brought home our baby Willow and have been in the midst of raising a baby for the third time. I couldn’t do this gig without the sacrifices that @clairaverdin makes for me. I’m forever appreciative of you, especially for those long days where I’m at weddings and your at home with 3 kids after working all week. I love you and I appreciate you doesn’t even scratch the surface.

Thank you to everyone that entrusted me with capturing your most special moments.

Looking forward to 2022 that, on paper, is already looking like it’s going to be great!

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It's been a minute since I've posted, and it's bee

It's been a minute since I've posted, and it's been a minute since I've posted a family session.

It helps when you've got friends that are basically models. From middle school friends, to engagement session, wedding day, maternity photos, and now photos of Adonis!

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Squad Goals #couplesession #coupleshoot #engageme

Squad Goals

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@shobym looked absolutely STUNNING on her wedding

@shobym looked absolutely STUNNING on her wedding day. These were the perfect fall wedding colors, and @youthandyarrow delivered some of the most beautiful flower arrangements I've ever seen.

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TL;DR - hire yourself a photographer that knows hi

TL;DR - hire yourself a photographer that knows his/her gear and can deliver in challenging situations.

Long post, and I'm gonna do some horn tooting in it while also criticizing myself.

Yesterday's wedding was incredible. Shobana was beautiful and her squad was as well. Their color palette was PERFECT for a fall wedding. Photos of them on a later post.

Aaron was one of the most handsome grooms I've had this season. This couple had an incredible sense of style.

But this post is really about something that I don't see too often: photographers talking about challenging lighting.

Low light and rustic venues are tough to shoot in. They look beautiful, and when photographed correctly, they are beautiful; however, if a photographer doesn't know how to utilize their gear at those types of venues, you might end up with washed out photos (like the second one in this post). Granted, it's not a terrible photo, but my eye tends to wander around the whole room instead of focusing on the couple.

I LOVE the first photo (hence why it is the primary one on this post). Is it dramatic? Yes. But it's also a reflection of someone that knows how to utilize off camera flash (OCF), positioning the OCF correctly, positioning the couple correctly (I told them where to dance on their last dance of the night that they did as everyone else waited outside, which is a beautiful thing that all couples should do.). All of that combined with knowing where to place the ISO, aperture, and shutter speed to pick up ambient light are what make this photo.

I know there are some photographers whose philosophy is photographing events as the couple prepared them; therefore, they don't want to use OCF. That's also fine. Everyone's got their own style and method of shooting.

This wedding forced me to flex my creative muscles, and I loved it. Because it was a late November wedding and the couple didn't want to do a first look, I had to get creative with light during their portraits (again, more photos to come later).

All this to say, when you look at a photographers prices and you think "That's too expensive," take a look at their portfolio and see if they've got the photos to justify it.

If you love coffee and plan on getting some before

If you love coffee and plan on getting some before a session, why not make if part of your session?

Loved this stop with Kelly and Matt at Around Cafe in downtown Arlington Heights.
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I'm missing Chicago summers already. I'm probably

I'm missing Chicago summers already. I'm probably breaking some Midwest rule about complaining about the cold, so until I can comfortably go out for a run without layering up, I'll warm up with some summer photos.

Can't wait to photograph these two next September when it's nice and warm out! 🌞
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One of my favorite spots in the city, and a perfec

One of my favorite spots in the city, and a perfect spot for a #wideshotwednesday post.

The lighting here is always perfect. Gloomy day, sunny day, rainy day, or snowy day, this spot is a CLASSIC.

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Lauren and Jeff on their wedding day this past wee

Lauren and Jeff on their wedding day this past weekend!

Loved the colors in the murals we visited that day. What a beautiful fall wedding day!

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Happy wedding day to the Bakers! Rain didn’t sto

Happy wedding day to the Bakers! Rain didn’t stop of from having a great time, mostly because the party was all indoors! Loved all the little touches to your wedding day and that the band got back together!
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These the photos don’t get posted enough: the si

These the photos don’t get posted enough: the simple smile at the camera. It’s not that I have anything against these photos, and i have found that these are the ones that are purchased by mom, dad, and other family members most often.

This used to be a photo that people would carry in your wallet whenever they want to show their wife and/or their kids, but times have changed. I always like to call it “the phone screensaver” picture.

Make sure you make time for more than just the showstopper photos. There’s something enchanting about a simple smile.

Second picture is just because I didn’t want Ryan feeling left out on this post. What a freaking dream of a wedding. Can’t wait to deliver this one!

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All weddings deserved to be photographed. Whether

All weddings deserved to be photographed. Whether it’s a 10 hour wedding day or a 1 hour elopement, you owe it to yourself to have it captured.

Here is a quick preview from Sydney and Patrick’s elopement yesterday!

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Just a bride and her pup on her wedding day!! More

Just a bride and her pup on her wedding day!!
More dogs at weddings. If you’ve ever questioned if this should be a thing, the answer is always yes.

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How it started and how it’s going. 2018 to 202

How it started and how it’s going.

2018 to 2021. I love document my couples’ growing families!

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