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Bonphotage Fine Art Wedding Photography - Chateau Torreau - Provence, France - Published on White Wren

This inspiration shoot at Chateau de Tourreau was designed to showcase all the beauty that comes alone with an intimate destination wedding in the Provencial French countryside. We are so thrilled to see this beautiful wedding featured on the White Wren

 

As the day began the bride was able to take a few moments alone and soak in all the beauty of the chateau before stepping out onto the sun-drenched terrace to take in the view of the perfectly maintained grounds. The bride changed into a stunning, plunging-back gown and carried a breathtaking pink and white peony filled bouquet with accent of fresh fruit from Jardin de Provence. Once she was ready, she strolled down the grand staircase to meet her love.

https://whitewren.com/destination-wedding-inspiration-french-chateau/

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Bonphotage Fine Art Bridal Wedding Photography - Editorial Published in One Fourth Magazine

Sometimes you just need to put a beautiful bride in a yellow vintage truck, surround her by lemons and vines and bring Palm Springs feels to Chicago! While we LOVE our real weddings, there is something to be said for feeding your creativity and playing with lighting and texture. When Flowers for Dreams asked us to capture a vibrant, colorful editorial for the main feature in One Fourth Magazine, it was a no-brainer! 

The concept was brilliantly created by Unadorned Magazine and took place at Architectural Artifacts in Chicago's trendy West Loop. Pineapples and citrus adorned the gold cart and vintage couch from Bowery and Bash. We played with shooting film in the dark, lighting techniques and enough florals to keep us swooning for weeks after! 

See more from this incredible shoot here and in the recent print issue of One Fourth Mag. Scroll down to see incredible Bonphotage Videography of the whole editorial! 

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Fine Art Wedding Photography - St. George Greek Orthodox Church - Palmer House Hilton Hotel - Anna & Tony

Everything about Anna and Tony's wedding left us in awe - from the Lazaro gown, to the stunning Palmer house Hilton ballroom  to the Jimmy Choo sparkly heels - but most of all, it was the couple themselves. Tony and Anna have been dating for the better part of a decade, yet, the love between them was as sweet and apparent as if they had just met (can't you feel the chemistry in the photos?!) We couldn't love these two more and we are so excited to share a sneak peek of their perfect day! 

Congrats you two! xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Fine Art Chicago Wedding Photography - The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii & 19 East - Courtney + Kyle

I can't say enough good things about Courtney and Kyle and their beautiful wedding! From her classic gown, to portraits at Chicago's architectural treasure - Union Station, to the emotional ceremony (where Courtney couldn't quite wait for the first kiss) to the fun dance party at 19 East, it was really a perfect day! Even mom and dad were tearing it up on the dance floor (which is what weddings are all about, right?!)

We are honored to have been a small part of their wedding day and we are so excited to share a sneak peek into their day! Congrats you two! 

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Fine Art Chicago Wedding Photography - Saddle & Cycle - Katie + Dan

If you think a little rain (ok, torrential downpours) were going to interfere with Katie and Dan's wedding day at the beautiful Saddle & Cycle, think again! These two fun-loving people couldn't take the smiles off of their faces from the morning where they began the day surrounded by their closest friends to the end of the night when they danced the night away! Planned to perfection by Wrap it Up Parties, the day couldn't have run smoother! I couldn't help but smile when Dan dipped Katie for their grand first dance moment and maybe even shed a tear during her father's sweet toast. We are so grateful to have been a small part of their perfect day!

Congrats you two and enjoy this sneak peek! 

xo, Bonphotage 

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Bonphotage Fine Art Wedding Photography - Morton Arboretum - Bilu + Hao

From the Chinese tea ceremony to the stunning dahlias and beautiful details (including sparkly Jimmy Choo's and hand-calligraphed vow books!), this wedding just had it all! I knew from the moment that Bilu explained that she wanted a fine art wedding at the beautiful Morton Arboretum, that their day would be a perfect one! We can't get enough of their beautiful images and we are are so excited to share a sneak peek of Bilu + Hao's wedding day! 

Congrats you two! xo, Bonphotage

special thanks to Bonphotage Associates Serena and Rachel for perfectly capturing the day! 

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Bonphotage Fine Art Wedding Photography - Noah's Event Center Lincolnshire - Natalie + Pat

Natalie and Pat didn't let a little rain ruin their perfect day! After almost a decade of dating, these two said "I do" at Noah's Event Center in Lincolnshire! From the teary toasts, to the handmade signs, to the cutest kiddos, it was really one for the books! Congrats you two and enjoy this sneak peek!

xo, Bonphotage 

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Bonphotage Fine Art Wedding Photography - St. Clement Church + Gibson's Montgomery Club - Megan + Nick

Megan and Nick are true relationship #goals! We were totally crushing on them from the time we met them at their engagement session last summer! They're just so fun, sweet and playful - and that's also how we would describe their beautiful wedding! The ceremony took place at historic St. Clement's and the reception at the Montgomery Club at Gibson's in Chicago's Gold Coast. We couldn't be more excited to share a sneak peek into their perfect day!

Congrats you two! xo, Bonphotage

Special thanks to Bonphotage Associates Cody + Brittany for beautifully capturing the day!

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Bonphotage Chicago Fine Art Wedding Photography - Elite Yacht - Karin + Ryo

A wedding on a yacht with the Chicago skyline as a backdrop, the sweetest couple and an incredible fireworks show?! YES please! We are so excited to share a sneak peek of Karin + Ryo's absolutely gorgeous wedding which took place on a perfectly sunny Chicago day abroad the Elite Yacht at Navy Pier! Thank you K +R for allowing us to be a small part of your perfect day! 

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Butterfield Country Club Chicago Wedding Photography - Kate + Reilly

Holy moly, this wedding! Kate and Reilly had a perfect day in Oakbrook to tie the knot! Expansive greenery and a fun, laid-back couple truly made for photog heaven! This Butterfield Country Club wedding is one for the books!

Thank you to Bonphotage associates Madeline and Brittany for perfectly capturing this beautiful wedding! 

Enjoy this sneak peek K + R! xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Photography - James Beard Foundation Rose Bowl Party - Chicago Spiaggia
Bonphotage Chicago Bridal Shower Photography - Hampton Social

It is always such an honor when a client returns for you to capture other major events in their lives. Not only did I have the opportunity to capture Su's engagement session, but I was also lucky enough to capture her adorable bridal shower at the lovely Hampton Social in Chicago! "Rose all day" was the name of the game and these ladies sure know how to have a good time! Not to mention, the natural window light was perfect for film photography! I can't wait to capture your wedding this summer Su - and I hope you treasure these images for a lifetime! 

xo - Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Photography - Meet Cody!

The Bonphotage Team

As we enter an almost fully booked 2017 season, the Bonphotage team continues to grow in the most fabulous way! We are proud to announce that we have added several new photographers to our lovely team, all of which are supremely talented and add their own unique touch to our photojournalistic, fine art aesthetic!

Meet Cody 

Cody became interested in photography by working as a model.  This
experience helps her tremendously with clients because her experience in front of the lens helps her guide couples with natural posing very easily.  Almost every groom leaves the shootsaying "that was much easier than I thought!" which is like music to her
ears because an amazing, painless experience is her top priority!

Cody loves destination weddings! Having traveled to many parts of the world including the Philippines adores the combination of exotic locations mixed with the love and admiration of the couples closest family and friends. Cody's love of travel makes her a great fit for the Bonphotage team as we often photograph weddings all over the country and world! 

ody is supremely talented with use of light and stays true to our natural light, fine art aesthetic. She will find the most luminous are of a room and create stunning images in any situation!

We can't wait to see all the beauty Cody creates for her many lovely weddings next year! 

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Bonphotage Milton Lee Olive Park Engagement Photography - Marlen + Ed

These two were all smiles during their Chicago engagement photo session at Milton Lee Olive Park! The love and chemistry between Marlen and Ed was undeniable and they are so excited to start their new wedded life chapter in sunny southern California! 

Congratulations you two! 

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage - Chicago Engagement Photography - Teri + Andras

We had a fabulous time photographing Andras and Teri's engagement session! In addition to capturing this good natured couple at several iconic Chicago locations, we had a fun time incorporating fun props into the poses, including an awesome vintage bike for two :)

Oh and these beautiful people are tying the knot in Hungary next year at a stunning venue - and we are just a LITTLE bit excited about their international destination wedding!!

Enjoy this sneak peek! Congratulations you two :)

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage - Lauren + Steve - Chicago Celebrity Engagement Session!

If Lauren's pretty face looks familiar, it's because you may have seen it recently on your television screen! As a sports broadcaster on WGN TV and an impressive resume to boot (including recently reporting for the Green Bay Packers!), I was honored when Lauren asked me to capture her wedding day to her long time love, Steve! 

Aside from being ridiculously attractive, these two love the outdoors, extreme sports and Chicago! I am soo excited for their Morton Arboretum wedding next year and couldn't be happier for these two! 

xo, Bonphotage 

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Bonphotage - Little Goat Chicago Bridal Shower
Bonphotage - Jose + Nicole Chicago Engagement Photography!

The hour before sunset is known as the "golden hour" and it is the most beautiful time of the day for photography. Nicole and Jose wanted a natural and organic engagement session and I knew the golden hour would be perfect! We had so much fun taking pretty pictures in Milton Lee's Olive Park with beautiful skyline views and Lake Michigan for a backdrop!

Congratulations Nicole and Jose! I am so excited to photograph your wedding in the Dominican! xo, Bonphotage 

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Bonphotage - Epic Chicago Proposal!
Bonphotage - James Beard Rose Bowl VIP

Bonphotage recently had the opportunity to photograph the annual Rose Bowl, an exclusive party for James Beard nominees and winners. This year's event took place at Momotaro in Chicago's West Loop. Complete with a true who's-who exclusive guest list including the Boka Group, Napa Valley's Sinskey's, Chicago's Alinea, New York's Daniel Restaurant, amongst many others, the event was truly a memorable one! 

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