Posts tagged Summer
The Collins Family | Real Life Session | Summer on the Farm

Here’s another old Session I can’t wait to share with you in the spirit of summer fun. This quick documentary shoot for the Collins family at their farm was part of some practice photography I was doing for a workshop I was taking back in 2016. Many of these laid inspiration and vision for what I strive for in my current Sessions!

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From bowling to marriage | Matt & Erin are Engaged

I'd like to introduce you to Matt. He is one of our best friends from college [and one of the most loyal, for that matter]. He was even crazy enough to room with Chad in the dorms for a year! His sensitivity to others and his impersonations & quick-witted sense of humor make him a magnet to fun people. That is no doubt why he met Erin. Her sweet, down-to-earth personality compliments Matt perfectly. We couldn't be any more excited that these two love birds will be getting married in a couple weeks!

Read all about the beginnings of their sweet love story... 

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chris & amber said "i do" in racine
In August, Chris and Amber tied the knot and entered wedded bliss. It was such a sentimental day filled with emotion, encouragement and sweet memories. Evangelical United Methodist Church in Racine was packed with all of their closest friends and family for a very sacred, beautiful ceremony. Memorial Hall in downtown Racine was the perfect location for their very celebratory, spirited reception. Chad and I LOVED spending the entire day with Chris and Amber. Even though we already knew them, we felt like we had a room full of friends by the end of the night with their amazing guests. I don't think I've ever seen THAT much dancing at a reception...such a blast. We're so excited for this newlywed couple and the life ahead of them!

I hope you enjoy these highlights from their big day... 

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bryant & norah's summer wedding bliss
It was a very special July day when Bryant & Norah were joined in marriage. It was a full family celebration, complete with sentiment, friends, a live country band and even origami. The Kemper Center Chapel in Kenosha was the perfect location for their ceremony to take place and their reception continued at Strawberry Creek. Chad and I had SO much fun getting to know them and celebrating with their family and friends all day. We're so happy for this newlywed couple!

I hope you enjoy these highlights from their big day...

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michael & allisha: "i do's" at the arboretum
I swear Michael & Allisha jumped right out of a magazine page....they were stunning and everything about their wedding day was beautiful. We had quite the scorcher of a day at the Klehm Arboretum in Rockford, IL! Flowers were in bloom, smiles were abundant, and in the later afternoon, everyone kicked it into dancing gear. It was an honor for Chad and I to join their loving family and friends in celebration. We're so happy for this newlywed couple! 

I hope you enjoy these highlights from their big day...

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chad & kelly's wedding: sun, love & converse shoes

Chad and Kelly were happily married on June 16th. We were absolutely honored to shoot their wedding in Kenosha and hang out with them all day in celebration with their fantastic family and friends. Initially, the rain gave everyone a bit of a scare, but it turned out to be a bright, beautiful afternoon next to Lake Michigan. Boy, was it HOT! The occasion was filled with laughter, custom Converse kicks, and plenty of love. I hope you enjoy the highlights!

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megan & scott say "i do"

Megan Smith made a beautiful bride on July 2, 2011, when she married the charming Scott Palasik at Raven's Glenn Winery in West Lafayette, Ohio. Like I mentioned in their sneak peek post a while back, this was one of the most sentimental weddings I have ever witnessed. It was truly a marriage of two families, with touching words shared by all, various tears shed by most, and hugs passed out generously. Even putting this post together brought back sweet memories of their beautiful love story that will definitely outlast the single day of celebration.

Megan & Scott crafted all the details together perfectly, entwining bits of their personalities and their families. We enjoyed the casual, genuine quality of the ceremony and reception. Their excitement and love were SO obvious. Even the weather was perfect—a beautiful, soft cloudcover with the thundering of storms in the distance (never affected us!).

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