Hard to believe another incredible wedding season has come to an end! 2018 blew us away, with 102 weddings, 120 engagements, 11 anniversaries and countless family sessions. We had the privilege of photographing weddings and engagements around the country and world and while we wish we could share every single wedding, we narrowed down to some of the most beautiful and memorable moments from our 2018 season. Just a few of the bucket list venues we got to shoot in were Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum, Rookery Building, Chicago History Museum, Haley Mansion, Fairmont Banff, Bayou Oaks Plantation, Blackstone Hotel, Drake Hotel, Claxton Farms, San Francisco Mint, Balboa Bay Beach Club and Chateau Cocomar. Enjoy!
Read MoreWe are so thrilled to introduce you all to Serena! With over 10 years of photography experience and an absolutely stunning portfolio, she was an obvious choice to add to our fine art photography team!
Read MoreIf 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
Read MoreThis DRESS!! This first look!! This wedding had literally everything a girl could dream of (cue the heart eyes!) We are obsessed with Elli's fashion choices, from her unique wedding gown to green emerald earrings to blush velvet shoes. Elli spent the morning getting ready at the gorgeous London House hotel before heading to the Chicago Riverwalk for the sweetest first look with her love, Alex. The stunning wedding was planned perfectly by Maria of Plum and Ivy and took place at one of our favorite Chicago venues, the Bridgeport Art Center! Just a perfect day for a perfect couple! Enjoy this sneak peek you two and thank you for letting us be a small part of your amazing day!
xo, Bonphotage
Special thank you to Bonphotage Associates Rachel and Madeline for beautifully capturing the day.
Read MoreWe just love the Newberry Library and it was a perfect location for Thomas and Brieanne's classic Chicago wedding! Their perfect day included a magical first look, portraits at the beautiful Newberry Library spiral staircase, beautiful florals from Zuzu's and the best group of dancing family and friends a couple could ask for! Congrats you two and enjoy this sneak peek!
xo, Bonphotage
special thanks to Bonphotage Associate Cody for perfectly 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 MoreThese two give us all the feels and we can't wait to capture their wedding at the end of the year! Congrats Meghan and Brian and enjoy this sneak peek!
xo, Bonphotage
special thanks to Bonphtoage Associate Rachel for capturing!
Read MoreWe are kind of obsessed with Hillary + Brad - and ummm...that dress (hello Netta Benshabu amazingness!!!) H+ B's wedding day started with the sweetest first look before heading to bridal party portraits on the Chicago Riverwalk. The beautiful ceremony and reception took place at the Millennium Knickerbocker and *PARTY* was the word for the rest of the magical evening!
Congrats you two and enjoy this sneak peek!
xo, Bonphotage
Read MoreI met with a couple interested in wedding photography today and I asked them what abut our photos made them reach out to us over all the other photographers. I expected to hear something like "we love film photography" or "we saw this photo in such and such magazine," but their answer caught me surprise. The bride-to-be said "I think what really drew me to your website was the fact that it looked like your couples were genuinely having a really fun time working with you!" I loved her answer, as obviously, aside from beautiful photography, that is our goal!
When Bilu + Hao's film scans came in today right after my meeting and I saw the laughter and unmistakable happiness, I realized she was right. We DO have so much fun with our clients! Maybe because they're *this* stinking cute??!! We love our jobs at Bonphotage. That is all.
xo, Bonphotage
Read MoreA 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
Read MoreNick and Hannah tied the knot on March 3, 2017 surrounded by their closest family and friends at the picturesque Arrowhead Golf Course! Their ceremony took place in the sunlit ballroom overlooking the golf course and pond. Pretty purple and white flowers were placed carefully along the aisle. Guests then dined before heartfelt speeches and dancing well into the night! We are honored to have photographed their special day!
Enjoy this sneak peak you two and congratulations!
Special thanks to Bonphotage Associate Rachel for beautifully second shooting
Read MoreCuteness overload warning! When your couple is this good looking and their dog is pretty much the cutest thing ever, *OMG*. Rachel and I had a fabulous time hanging with Hillary and Brad at Milton Lee's Olive Park for their Chicago engagement session. Their chemistry was undeniable and made our job snapping pretty film pics, a breeze! But let's go back to Bentley - just look at that face!
We can't wait for your wedding Hillary and Brad! Enjoy this sneak peek!
xo, Bonphotage
Read MoreOne of my favorite parts of being a photographer is meeting other talented photographers across the globe! Last month, while in Paris, I had the pleasure of meeting and capturing Harriette and her super adorable family at the beautiful Luxembourg Garden! What could be more fun than playing with sweet kiddos in such an idyllic setting!
xo, Bonphotage
Read MoreDanny and Sarah tied the knot on February 25, 2017 in the winter wonderland of Chicago! Their elegant affair included a classic black, white and red color pallette and endless emotional moments. Sarah got ready surrounded by her family and friends at her family home. Lots of laughter and tears were shed when she opened a heartfelt note from her love, Danny (and the pearl earrings that followed!) Their ceremony took place at their family's church in their hometown of Tinley Park, Illinois and the reception at Parmesan's station. A true ode to their beloved Chicago, this couple didn't want to steer too far from their roots and as you can see in their beautiful images, it was a good decision!
Congratulations you two! We are honored to have been a small part of your special day and hope you enjoy this sneak peek!
xo, Bonphotage
photos taken on a Contax 645 on fuji 400 film | processed and developed by Richard Photo Lab
Read MoreWhen Kristina called me explaining that she wanted to do a photoshoot as soon as possible because her pup was growing so quickly and she wanted to capture his puppy-hood, I was on board! I mean, could you deny Lou's ADORABLE little self?! OMG - ALL OF THE HEART EYES! You would't even know from the photos and happy smiles that it was a FREEZING Chicago day - this is really what growing, sweet family photos are all about! Enjoy!
photographed on a Contax 645 with Fuji 400H film and Portra 800 film.
xo, Bonphotage
Read MoreLeah and Kyle both grew up in Wauconda, Illinois and every location they chose for their engagement session has sentimental value. Starting with the ice skating rink they frequent, to the antique shop where Kyle's dad has been keeping his finds collected over a lifetime, to their wedding locations - amongst the pretty cattails in the background of their family's property! Cody, of Bonphotage Photography, had a fabulous time hanging out and exploring the area for their engagement session and we are seriously swooning over their pretty pics! That light! We can't wait for your big day - congrats you two!
xo, Bonphotage
Read MoreWhen an engagement session involves pajamas, a cheese board and a Christmas tree, you know it's going to be cozy and awesome! Ana and Tony wanted their engagement session to reflect their love for the holiday season and their fun-loving relationship and I can honestly say, their engagement session accomplished all those things! Ana even had matching Christmas pajamas which Tony happily obliged to wear :) I can't wait for their wedding at the gorgeous Palmer House Hilton in downtown Chicago!
Congrats you two and enjoy this sneak peek! xo, Bonphotage
Portra 400 film scans taken on a Contax 645 and scanned and processed by Richard Photo Lab
Read MoreWhen an engagement session involves cupcakes, lattes, books and Chicago - I am a happy photographer! This lovely couple is proudly serving our country abroad and when Ellen asked if I could capture their engagement during the few days they would be in Chicago, I was more than honored to do so! They had a great time smiling for the camera at Milton Lee Olive Park, with incredible skyline views, but when the weather got to be too cold, we found the perfect cupcake shop...and the cutest photos resulted!
Congrats you two and thank you for your service to our great country!
xo, Bonphotage
Read MoreCasper's humans are tying the knot...in Hawaii...on the same ranch where Jurassic Park was filmed..I mean....!!! Amazing! They were perfectly sweet during their Autumn engagement session at Olive Park and we are so happy for what their bright future holds!
Enjoy this sneak peek you two!
xo, Bonphotage
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