Chicago Snow Globe Engagement Session

You may remember LeaAnne & Raj from this summer when we took some photos in their Streeterville home. I'm back to let you know they're OFFICIALLY engaged and in the midst of planning their wedding! The two weekends prior to their engagement session, it snowed like crazy in Chicago. One of those weekends was a monster storm that shut down the city and I was out of town and sadly missed it all. However, I thought that since there was over a foot of snow on the ground we would for sure at least have a little blanket for LeaAnne & Raj so it didn't look so muddy out. Boy, was I wrong! The Friday before we were supposed to shoot, ALL of that snow was gone and I was heartbroken. ALL I had wanted for their session was snow. Fast forward to Saturday morning and me checking the weather the second my eyes opened. Miraculously there was a chance for some snow showers later that afternoon. I hoped and prayed all day and then 2pm came and the snow the hourly forecast predicted was nowhere to be found. An hour later, though, it started ever so quietly and by the time our session started at 4:30 we were COVERED in white, wet snow and it was magical. One of my most favorite sessions ever and L & R were fantastic.

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My favorite

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I have always loved sessions in winter, but my first "active snowfall" engagement session was unforgettable and I am so thankful that it worked out so perfectly. 

Much love, friends!

xoxo Courtney

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Beautiful Milwaukee Wedding with Angelic Angles Photography

When I was still living in Madison, I photographed weddings with one of my favorite photographer friends very frequently for years after graduating from photo school. You would often find us together (some have been known to call us the Dream Team!)  many a weekend every season of the year but since moving to Chicago, I rarely get to see her anymore. So when I got to meet up and second-shoot for Jennifer, of Angelic Angles Photography, this past fall in Milwaukee, I knew it was going to be a great day. The couple was SO nice and not to mention gorgeous. As was the beautiful location we took wedding party photos at. I mean, you know I love beautiful things and this place was truly gorgeous. So much character and charm - wait until you see it below. The second we arrived, I knew I was going to have to share its beauty. 

But first, I photographed the groom and his guys at the Potawatomi Casino while Jennifer was downstairs with the girls where they got ready for the big day. You know I love the details! So much time goes into picking out all of these important pieces of the day and I have so much fun documenting them. 

We photographed the couple portraits & wedding party at the Villa Terrace on Lake Michigan in Milwaukee and my jaw dropped upon arrival. I'm not kidding! I must get back here soon.

A few of my favorite reception details. The whole day was just beautiful!

Check out Jennifer's work - she's FANTASTIC! Based out of Madison, WI. Have a look here.

Puppy Love!

Do you want to see the world's SWEETEST dog!?! I am so in love with this little lady! I love photographing fur babies in their homes and getting to document their personalities. This adorable chocolate lab is snuggly (she gives hugs!!), sweet and so silly with her toys. If you leave her side, she will follow you around wherever you go and make it known that she needs some human interaction. She posed so perfectly for me - check her out and show her some love!

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Looking for some beautiful portraits of your pet in the Chicago area? Contact me today to book your custom session.