I love all weddings, but fall weddings are always my favorite. And I've got news for you - I've been trying to write shorter blogs, but that isn't happening today. Courtney, the bride, really did an incredible job with her wedding details and colors as well as incorporating sentimental pieces throughout. Her bouquet, from Cypress House in Rochelle, IL, included red, dusty pink, deep purple, and feather details, all wrapped up in her grandmother's handkerchief. After the wedding, the bridal party took pictures down by the marina before heading into the reception at the Rockford Country Club. Inside, the tables included centerpieces with mismatched vases with various types of florals, berries, and succulents that tied in the feathers as well. Did my heart just skip a beat? Table assignments were victorian keys and favors were homemade raspberry jam, tied with lace ribbon. The desert bar included handmade mini pies from Kate's Pie Shop in Rockford, IL in varying flavors, candy, cupcakes from Halo Cupcake, coffee and drinks. It was a perfect day.
Read moreBeautiful Leksi | Rockford IL Senior Photographers
What a beautiful fally senior photo shoot in Belvidere! Leksi was a dream to photograph - so natural in front of the camera. And those eyes? Just stop it! We wandered around, found some grungy stuff, golden light, and fall foliage - pretty much a dreamy night. I love senior photos - they are such a welcomed break in the middle of the busy wedding season!
Read moreFirst Congregational Church | Beloit WI Wedding Photographers
We were in LOVE with this wedding. Everything from the church to the bridal party to the decor - it was all stellar. My only stress was that I wanted to steal this couple for the ENTIRE DAY because they are so beautiful.
Read moreExploring + Wandering
Once you finally transition to making a hobby into a job, you forget to just go and do what you love for the sake of it. Last week, I did some wandering and exploring, which used to be the only thing I did regarding photography. I'm pretty sure I'm the only one who actually loves taking photos in the city of Belvidere, IL. I think it's so beautiful, especially going into the fall. For those of you not familiar, it is also known as the city of murals.
Read moreGalena Cellars Vineyard Wedding | Galena IL Wedding Photographers
Looking back through some old posts, and I came across this fall wedding at Galena Cellars Vineyard. I almost forgot how perfect it was! Um, a vineyard. On a cliff. Overlooking Galena. Wine? Stormy skies? Acoustic guitar player? Hydrangeas and vintage plates?
I mean. I'm Italian. So, I it's not my fault I was jealous of this whole scenario.
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