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Ian & Kendra | Settlers Park Outdoor Wedding

Everyone raised their glasses in a toast.. Amanda, the maid of honor, explained that she knew instantly that Ian was made for Kendra by her glow.. That her smile had never been as big as it was when she talked about Ian. Oscar Wilde once said, “Never love anybody that treats you like you’re ordinary”.. […]

August 4, 2014

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Sam & Kelly | Chicago Columbia Yacht Club Wedding

I approached them to say our final goodbyes. The hugs lasted long and as we all pulled back a sadness washed over me. Our wedding journey was over.. The constant communication, the planning, the excitement..The wedding was over. Kelly made a gorgeous bride & Sam was the best kind of groom.. The one infatuated with […]

July 21, 2014

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Sam & Kelly | Chicago Columbia Yacht Club Wedding

I approached them to say our final goodbyes. The hugs lasted long and as we all pulled back a sadness washed over me. Our wedding journey was over.. The constant communication, the planning, the excitement..The wedding was over. Kelly made a gorgeous bride & Sam was the best kind of groom.. The one infatuated with […]

July 21, 2014

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Little Man T : Family Session

I’ve known this family (Well prior to the little man) for years and we’ve never lived in the same state and I’ve only met Ellie once in person in 2011! I was getting ready for an event and Ellie graciously let a handful of girls into her quaint Colorado apartment. We’ve been Facebook friends for […]

June 30, 2014

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Adam & Megan : Wausau Wisconsin Rib Mountain Wedding

If I could forever photograph weddings at Rib Mountain I would be okay with it. I so enjoyed photographing their big day. These two just effortlessly love each other and it was so fun to see their day unfold. They were the first wedding of my season and I am so excited to share these […]

June 25, 2014

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Adam & Megan : Wausau Wisconsin Rib Mountain Wedding

If I could forever photograph weddings at Rib Mountain I would be okay with it. I so enjoyed photographing their big day. These two just effortlessly love each other and it was so fun to see their day unfold. They were the first wedding of my season and I am so excited to share these […]

June 25, 2014

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Going Out on a Limb | Facebook Frustration

Know that I mean this with the best of intentions. Oof.. Nothing makes a post sound more juicy then that. … 98% of photographers, musicians, and small business owners are shaking their fists at Facebook for it’s recent algorithm changes. Reach is down, interaction is down, and business growth is down. Why? Because Facebook wants […]

June 16, 2014

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San Diego, CA | Vacation Images Part 2

San Diego stole my heart. If only it wasn’t forever away and the average house is 1.6 million.. The cool breeze with the hint of salt in the air was something I never expected. I knew San Diego had a mild climate but it was basically what I’d call the heaven of weather. The lack […]

June 13, 2014

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San Diego, CA | Vacation Images Part 2

San Diego stole my heart. If only it wasn’t forever away and the average house is 1.6 million.. The cool breeze with the hint of salt in the air was something I never expected. I knew San Diego had a mild climate but it was basically what I’d call the heaven of weather. The lack […]

June 13, 2014

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Photog Tip | Wedding Wire Review

I am a sucker for a good sales pitch. I happily agreed to the Wedding Wire consultant and handed over my credit card without any hesitation. The stats were there, the numbers were promising, and her information on the ability to double my inquires was solid. However, the double amount of inquires has yet to happen. […]

May 30, 2014

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