Beatriz and Carlos, Monterrey Mexico

I recentrly flew to Monterrey Mexico to photograph Beatriz and Carlos, a wonderful couple that will be getting married next March at the amazing Fudidora Park in Monterrey. This was a last minute trip I made before flying myself to spend the holidays with my family at the beach and I'm glad I did it. Despite Beatriz and Carlos being tired from Beatriz' sister's wedding the night before, they were in such good disposition to work with me especially because my style of photography is so unfamiliar in Mexico and they were not expecting...well....to have so much fun! Carlos home served as the setting for the entire photoshoot and we included a small session with Carlos kids, America and Charlie, who were so excited to be part of the photo session. Gracias Beatriz y Carlos por sus atenciones, fuero excelentes modelos y pase unas horas memorables. Gracias por aguantarme y hacer todo lo que les pedi sin queja alguna, espero que les gusten sus fotos tanto como a mi. Saludos desde Mazatlan!

Thessa and Robert, McDonalds Campus

On a beautiful Fall day I had the pleasure of photographing the engagment session of Thessa and Robert. I love engagement sessions, it gives me the opportunity to bond with the couple and take my time creating images without the pressure of a normal wedding day. I like to photograph two types of session, a casual one and then one more romantic and formal. This session was a delight since the weather was absolutely fantastic that day and the McDonals University campus has so much to offer. After our session at the pond, they changed clothes into a more formal attire, Thessa looked stunning. When I went to the back of the hotel and saw the deck overlooking the pond, I knew I had to create some images there. With the summer gone, the deck has been let dry and had a very monochromatic feel to it, almost like a fishing pier, I thought it was a very romantic setting. After the daylight was gone, we proceeded indoors and I used the multiple paintings that the hotel has hanging on the walls as backdrops to create very unique images that I absolutely love. Thessa and Robert, you inspired me to create these images of the two of you, thank you for being so willing to do anything I asked you to, I confess I can't wait for your wedding day next year!

Nicole and James, Water Tower at Michigan Ave.

Nicole and James' wedding was so intimate and beautiful. Only their siblings attended their ceremony in front of the Water Tower on a gorgeous Chicago Fall day. I felt like a kid in a candy store with them, such a gorgeous couple and so willing to do whatever I wanted. I couldn't resist taking them to the Presbiterian Church on Michigan and Delaware. This is one of my favorite places in Chicago to photograph couples followed by all the fabulous designer stores along the magnificent mile. It was Giorgio's turn to be the stage for the fantastic images we created together. Thank you Nicole and James for letting me create your memories, I knew from the first moment I talked to you that I had to do this wedding. I can't wait to show you the rest!

Amanda and Andy, Danada House, Naperville

Amanda and Andy's wedding was so close to my heart. Andy is one of my best friends and I was so thrilled when he and Amanda chose me as their wedding photographer and actually picked their wedding day around my schedule. Or may be Andy knew I would stop talking to him if he didn't have me as his photographer! I like the first choice better! Any way, talking about getting my way and they couldn't say no to anything I asked them to do, including protraits at a smelly barn, or having Amanda laying on the floor at the reception hall!
Andy and Amanda, you are just unbeliveable and I want you to know that it was the greatest gift to allow me to photograph your wedding and your future family addition :). I love you guys!

Lindsay and Leo, The Stonegate at Hoffman Estates

What do you get when you put together a Polish Designer, a Greek family and a Russian Florist? You get a totaly elegant, amazing, fun wedding! I had the privilege of photographying Lindsay and Leo's wedding on a beautiful September day. Lindsay helped me design my condo which many of you already know. I was totaly amazed by her own place, designed to the last spoon! So you can imagine all the design that went into her wedding! From the bride's maid dresses, flowers and invitations to her outstanding designer wedding dress and culminated with her receptin hall. I couldn't resist honoring Lindsay's talent by photographing her surrounded by her own creation, her master bathroom and livingroom! She combined her talents with Yanni and Tara, from Yanni Design Studio, to put together the most amazing reception hall I've ever seen. Lindsay wanted this Oscar-night look with spotlights illuminating each table and the result was truly a dream. As for Leo, well, what can I say, he's Greek and Greek weddings are the most fun to be at! Family and friends and especially his groomsmen wouldn't stop laughing and having a good time. I definitely enjoyed my time creating your images guys, can't wait to show you the rest!