In these trying times, we took a look back on 2019 to better times and some of our favorite wedding moments! We will have these times again, so hang in there brides - don’t let go of your dreams, your dream wedding WILL HAPPEN, even if it a little later than you anticipated, and our incredible cinematography team will be there to capture all of the magic! Stay positive!
Huge shoutout to Allan, Brian, Toma, Irene, Tim and Dan for the incredible video work!!
Read MoreCan you say DRONE heaven?! We are so excited to share Francois and Katie's beautiful videography highlight reel from their stunning Barn at Bunker Hill wedding! Congrats you two and enjoy!
xo,
Bonphotage
Read MoreWe are so excited to share Jamie and Jose's beautiful videography highlight reel from their beautiful Chicago Illuminating Company wedding! Congrats you two and enjoy!
xo,
Bonphotage
Read MoreMegan 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!
Read MoreThe difference between being a good and a great wedding photographer is the ability to capture all of the little in between moments. Sure, the first kiss is important, the bride walking down the aisle is a must, but what about that split second where a mother sees her daughter in her wedding gown for the first time? The reaction occurs in an instant, and the documented image is one the bride and family will cherish forever. We usually focus on details and bride and groom portraits for our sneak peeks (because after all it is THEIR day), BUT this wedding was just so full of beautiful emotion and love, that we felt those moments needed to be included. Jennifer + Petar - you two are a joy and we couldn't be more honored to have documented your perfect day! Congrats you two and enjoy this sneak peek (and down forget to grab a tissue!)
xo, Bonphotage
special thanks to Bonphotage Associate Rachel for second shooting and Bonphotage videographer Mark for capturing motion video.
Read MoreAmanda and Jason's modern wedding at the Ravenswood Event Center was one for the record books! Starting with her gorgeous bouquet in bright colors, to the perfectly styled reception, not a single detail was forgotten! It was so important to A + J that their guests have a fun time and as an objective observer, I can say that was definitely the case! Guests dined at food stations serving delicious food and danced well into the night while a live band kept the atmosphere festive!
It was an honor to be a part of your special day - congratulations you two!
xo, Bonphotage
special thanks to Serena and Rachel for beautifully assisting <3
Read MoreThe only thing we love as much as capturing still frames of your most special day is capturing motion picture cinematography! We are so excited to share some clips of our most memorable 2016 weddings! We can't wait to see what beauty 2017 has in store with all of our lovely brides and grooms to be!
Make sure to inquire about discounted wedding videography + photography packages when you book both services with Bonphotage <3
Read MoreRead MoreThinking back on this absolutely stunning day at Wandering Tree Estate still makes my heart skip a beat! After the honor of being published in Dear Gray Magazine, I am so excited to finally blog all about it!
If you thought that a little snow was going to stop Katie and Dan from their winter engagement session, think again! While we patiently await the film scans, I can't wait another minute to share a sneak peek of their Chicago engagement session! After all, how much cozier and sweet can it get than big warm bear hugs, sweet smiles and knit hats and scarves?! Enjoy this sneak peek you two - we can't wait for your wedding next year!
xo, Bonphotage
Read MoreI really have a thing for flowy, wind-blown dresses in photos! Combine that motion with the sweetest couple and I'm a happy photographer! We had so much fun shooting Boz and Tania's engagement session at Olive Park in downtown Chicago and I am loving every image!
Enjoy this sneak peek you two!
xo, Bonphotage
Read MoreCarolina and Jeff tied the knot yesterday in a luxurious, European-inspired grand ballroom at the Congress Hotel in downtown Chicago!
Carolina was a beautiful vision in her mermaid silhouette, lace wedding gown and gold sparkly heels. Her best ladies wore violet colored chiffon bridesmaids gowns in alternating styles. No detail was overlooked including the brides photo of her grandfather kept in a locket around her bouquet *tear*
At several points during their wedding, I actually had to hold in the emotion myself, including when she and her father both shed a tear during the father daughter dance and when the groom's brother told the most hilarious stories during the best man speech!
This sneak peek tells a small part of the romantic imagery and love that was at play throughout the day. It was an honor to capture your wedding Carolina and Jeff - thank you for letting Bonphotage be a part of your important day!
Special thanks to Cody for fabulously second-shooting and to Mark for cinematic capture of the day.
xo, Bonphotage
Read MoreWhen Jolie and Stu contacted me about photographing their intimate wedding surrounded by their closest friends and family...at a $10 million dollar mansion surrounded by lush garden and with private tunnel access to Lake Michigan, I was obviously intrigued. I mean, really? Sounds like a photographer's dream.
And, they weren't exaggerating. Lush foliage surrounded the windy streets leading up to the secluded estate and hydrangeas and weeping willows grew freely. The bride looked stunning in a Victoria Sdoukos couture gown and pearl drop earrings. Her gorgeous bouquet included pink, peach and soft-colored roses and hydrangeas.
The sweetest little flower girls and ring bearer danced carelessly around the garden overlooking Lake Michigan like a vision out of a dream. The intimate wedding took place on the private beach area and was followed by a BBQ style dinner cooked by their favorite chef. After dinner, cake and lots of champagne, the couple danced their first dance in the garden surrounded by beautiful purple, blue and orange sunset colors.
Congratulations Jolie + Stu! I wish you all the happiness in the world and am honored to have been a part of your dreamy day. Enjoy the sneak peek!
Read MoreIt was really, really hard to put together a sneak peek of Liz + Dmitry's engagement session because every image opened was my favorite! In addition to being ridiculously photogenic, L + D also included their super sweet pup Max in their engagement photoshoot! Dressed to the nines in a tuxedo and red bow tie, he was a perfect addition to the day!
Congratulations Liz + Dmitry - so excited to capture your big day! xo, Bonphotage
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