Monthly Archives: April 2009

Bridal Style, in the eyes of a Chicago Wedding Photographer

I recently worked with Antonette White, a Chicago area hair stylist and make-up artist, to create a bridal fashion shoot at the W Lakeshore. With four “brides” of different ethnic backgrounds, skin tones, and personal styles, we were able to explore a different bridal look on each woman. From traditional to modern, and classic to...

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Modern Weddings: Malissa and Brian, March 28, 2009

I photographed the nuptials of Malissa and Brian just under a month ago and really enjoyed the modern feel of their wedding. Malissa embraced some of my favorite wedding trends and pulled them off flawlessly, adding personality to her day and her wedding photos. By including some trends but still keeping traditional elements, Malissa and...

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Urban Style Portraits: Katie and Dustin

Wedding portraits are often thought of as posed, unnatural, or overdone. Some couples think they appear staged, always seeing the same poses and setups. But a beautiful wedding portrait, whether it’s composed or candid, can capture the wedding day better than any other sort of record. Wedding portraits are the iconography of family, and done...

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Featured Chicago Wedding Vendor: Magnificent Milestones

I have been photographing weddings in Chicago for seven years now. 210 weddings and counting! During that time I have had the opportunity to work with some of Chicago’s best and most creative wedding professionals. One of my absolute favorites is Kara Underwood of Magnificent Milestones.

Magnificent Milestones Invitations is proud to...

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