Happy Anniversary Joe and Ellen

This weekend is the first anniversary for an amazingly sweet couple! Joe and Ellen got married last year at Brookfield Zoo and they were so loving and affectionate - Joe pretty much wouldn't stop holding Ellen's hands the entire day. I was so happy to be a part of their special day.

Ellen and Joe,
I hope you had a wonderful first year and many more to come!

Everett & Christina

I was super excited for Everett's wedding last weekend. It was a gorgeous ceremony overlooking Lake Sara in Effingham, IL. Christina is so lovely and I was able to be a relaxed guest instead of running around as the photographer. Of course, I couldn't help taking a few pictures, especially with Jeano as the best man.

Congratulations Christina and Everett! I hope you are having a fabulous time in South Africa.

A very handsome pair of brothers.

Their aunt, Reverend Sally Irberg officiated the ceremony.
Jeano was very nervous about losing the rings he put on his little finger. He held on to them the whole ceremony :-)

Mother Tongues - A Columbia College Thesis Dance Perfomance

I recently had the opportunity to photograph Erin Rehberg's Columbia College Chicago thesis project. It was a gorgeous performance that featured Erin Rehberg, Melanie Palmer, Christina, Biele & Megan Beseth. You can learn more about their upcoming performances by visiting Core Project's website at www.coreprojectchicago.org.

First Steps! - Chicago Baby Photographer

Last week I had an awesome session with Owen for his 1-year pictures. We decided to meet at Montrose Harbor and although it was a little chilly we had a great time. And my absolute favorite part was capturing Owen's first steps on camera - it was so exciting!

Happy First Birthday Owen!

This was also Owen's first experience with sand. He was so enraptured with it. This was about 2 seconds before he put that fistful of sand in his mouth.

A gorgeous blue eyed beauty.

Owen's first steps ever!

Owen was so proud of himself! I'm sure Dad's cheering gave Owen a hint he was doing well.