Chicago Wedding Photographer :: Stephanie & David are married!

Revisiting a wedding from the summer of 2014, I just have to share a few images with you all.
This wedding was absolutely stunning! Stephanie and David were such a pleasure to work with, and their attention to detail and organization made the day go perfectly smooth, despite the heat!

Starting off at the Hotel Lincoln in downtown Chicago, I was able to spend a few minutes with David and his boys in the lobby for some fun and awesome shots before moving on with the girls in their hotel room. The lobby is a photographer's dream come true, and we lucked out with our timing. For a Friday in August, we had little to no traffic for our shoot.

Moving on, Stephanie planned a beautiful first look. They each held a bouquet of helium balloons in front of them for a countdown release so they could see each other at the same time. The very moment they began the countdown, the Chicago air show flew overhead making it impossible to hear...and making it a laughable memory for both. No worries though, David was breathless when he saw his bride to be.

We spent some time with the bridal party, walking through Lincoln park and hitting up all the beautiful landmarks it has to offer. Finishing up, we made it to Cafe Brauer for the ceremony.  Cocktail hour on the rooftop and reception in the gorgeous ballroom rounded out a wedding day to remember. Stephanie hand picked the play-list for dancing - which was awesome - and the couple danced the night away with an enthusiastic group of friends and family.