FASHION: Erica

Well I am finally able to blog about this fashion shoot I did a long time ago. But a friend of mine has been trying to get her modeling career kicked off and I thought to myself, "Hey, why don't we do a photo shoot?" I was also thinking how this would be a great time for me to use my flash, a 580 EX speedlight, for the first time! :D So here is the debut of Erica, and my Flash... I call it 'The not so typical bride' ... original right? :P

The concept I had behind this shoot was very low key, but I wanted to emphasize color. I am a wedding photographer and most of my clients are in white, sooo I thought it would be fun to emphasize on the dress not being white, the veil being of color, and the bouquet; wellll let's just say it's not your typical bouquet. I hope you guys like it? ;)

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SNEAK PEEK: Lindsey & Zach eSession

Well I apologize for the delay, but as always, here is a little 'SNEAK PEEK' to build your anticipation of this wonderful couple! Now Zach and I go way back... well into the 5th grade Sunday school class at Praise Fellowship Church. When I found out he was engaged and had the absolute privilege of meeting Linzi I got so excited, because she is perfect for him! The kind of perfect that only God can orchestrate... don't believe me? Well take a "Peek" and see for yourself ;) Full post to come soon! As always; ENJOY!

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SNEAK PEEK: Crystal & David Wedding

Well as usual I like to try and build anticipation, so be anxious, be very anxious ;) Okay just kidding, but Crystal and David are one of my cutest couples! Their wedding was so beautiful in such a quant and cozy location :) So, I hope this sneak peek helps build your eagerness and the full blog will be soon to follow! Enjoy!

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FASHION: Trash The Dress

Well after a long overdue arrival, I am finally able to display a fashion shoot that I did with some really good friends and colleagues of mine. The shoot is called "Trash The Dress!" When a bride is getting married, everyone is so careful not to let the dress touch the ground, or to let it drag, or get dust on it... just kidding. But in a "Trash The Dress" shoot, we embrace the dirt and have the brides sit on the grass and lay in the mud, going for the shot with no regards to bridal etiquette. I love trying to incorporate fashion into my work and I have been so privileged to continually get opportunities to practice and improve upon my joys. So that being said, this was my first "Trash The Dress" shoot I hope you all enjoy it and I hope there will be more to come! :D







*Valerie did such a great job :)

*Nice job Michelle! This is such a great one :)

A wonderful day as we all walked into the sunset...

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PORTRAIT: Dylan

What a wonderful time I had with my good buddy Dylan! What a stud, congratulations on your upcoming graduation! Dylan and his family are good friends with my family and I. So when I found out that I would have the opportunity to take his senior pictures, while visiting my little sister in Nashville, TN... I was thrilled! This was such a fun senior session for me, I was able to explore the southern back roads of Tennessee with the Paxton family and find some great locations including a really fun abandoned barn in a quant little town called Leiper's Fork! Take a look and I hope you enjoy the country side as much as I did! Oh yeah... I was also able to do their family portraits as well, so keep checking in to see Dylan and his wonderful family too ;)

Here are some of my favorites from the shoot :)

Take a look at his slideshow!

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CHICAGO/ ENGAGEMENT: GABY & GERMAN

Now I'm not an elaborate author, a wizard with words, or an eloquent typist... but the one of the beautiful aspects of what I do, are the couples that I get to work with! Their stories have so much character and beauty to them that I don't even have to season it with details. She is a beautiful dance instructor and school teacher. He, a marine and now a well established financial business man. "How did these two meet..." you ask? It was love at first... chat? That's right! This is officially my first couple that met online! When I heard their story, it was so romantic and sweet, like "You've Got Mail," but; not. ;) One fine winter day at Navy Pier in Downtown Chicago, she was walking through the cool winter air with her family as the soft snow falling lightly onto her face. They approached closer to the ferris wheel and out he came; dressed in his uniform, golden buttons, white hat, and gloves, slowly approaching the woman who captured this soldiers heart. She smiled as they stole a moment together, he knelt down on one knee and... well you can guess the rest ;)

I am so blessed to have Gaby and German as one of my clients and to shoot their eSession was so much fun, and as much as we were praying for a soft winter snow to fall while we shot, God still gave us wonderful weather, great opportunities, and lasting memories. Thank you Gaby and German for being such a fun couple, I can't wait for the wedding! To the two of you, and the rest... ENJOY and God bless!

At the beautiful Fourth Presbyterian Church in Downtown Chicago.

One of Gaby's favorite candies is a bag of Hershey's Kisses ;)

SNOWBALL FIGHT!!! :D

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