This winter Chicago engagement photo session is absolutely one of my favorites! First of all, if you’ve never explored Chicago’s lakefront in the winter time, you have been missing out. During the months of January and February, Lake Michigan transforms into an icy masterpiece. You would never guess by the almost glacier-looking first photo, but […]

As many of you know from following along on Instagram, we bought a house at the end of fall and have been slowly (quickly?) renovating to make it our own. You guys have really loved following along so I decided I’d write a quick blog post featuring a few of my favorite projects so far. […]

I have over 15 years of experience working as a boudoir photographer and I wanted to compile a boudoir wardrobe guide that features my absolute favorite clothing items to photograph. Many of these ideas are items you may already have in your closet which means no shopping required.

Because I’ve had *so* many of you ask for this, I’m sharing ALL of my favorite things to do in Sedona, Arizona. Sedona is one of my favorite places on earth and I visit just about every single year. It has everything I look for in a perfect vacation: hiking, wine country, pretty scenery, spicy […]

It’s been a “ruff” last year and as you can imagine, I’m going to be busier than ever with weddings this season. I decided to add a new member to my team and I’d like to introduce you! Meet Rory, the Prancing Sheltie. While we are normally an all female team, Rory’s solid resume, glowing […]

After a new client books her boudoir session with me, the first question I usually get asked is “Where do I buy lingerie?” I’m listing my personal favorite lingerie retailers below. This list includes 2 local Chicago options for those who would like to be fitted in person. Share your favorite lingerie stores below in […]

Winter Chicago Proposal Photos Molly & Garrett I don’t know what this year will bring, but I hope it’s filled with so much more of this kind of love. Molly and Garrett, it was truly an honor capturing your ENGAGEMENT. I’m so happy for you!! Thank you for letting me capture these sweet moments from […]

Cafe Brauer is where wedding dreams come true. I’ve had the pleasure of working at Cafe Brauer four times in 2016, and you better believe I’ll be back in 2017! The space is filled with charm and character that you can’t find anywhere else. I had the pleasure of meeting Annie and Ryan earlier this year and literally jumped for joy when they hired me to be their wedding photographer. These two are the sweetest couple I have ever met.

Chicago, your winters may be cold, but boy are you pretty. Elizabeth and Ashish wanted a winter engagement session, so we crafted a plan tailored around just that. Elizabeth’s bright red coat was the perfect winter engagement session accessory.

Sunrise Couple Portraits in Downtown Chicago Ella & James SO MUCH love and laughter with these two! I met Ella and James just as the sun was rising and we had the entire city to ourselves. Thank you for bringing such fun, happy energy to a very early morning! Hoping you two had a wonderful […]