Posts in bridal photography
Bonphotage Chicago Fine Art Wedding Photography - Adrienne + Phil - Cafe Brauer

Aside from the cute umbrella photos, you'd never know it was a rainy day on Adrienne and Phil's wedding day. Adrienne looked stunning in her gown from Alice in Ivory and the violet and lilac bridesmaids dresses made for the most beautiful color scheme!  The bridesmaids wore purple bracelets to match their dresses, gifted to them from the bride. 

After leaving the Westin, the bridal party headed to Union Station for classic Chicago portraits. After a beautiful ceremony, the party continued to Lincoln Park's Cafe Brauer where lots of laughs and dancing kept on through the night! 

We are honored to have been a small part of their beautiful day! Enjoy this sneak peek you two!

xo,

Bonphotage 

(photographed by Cody and Madeline of Bonphotage)

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Bonphotage Fine Art Engagement Photography - Country Music Artist Josh Gracin & Katie Weir

I was shooting an editorial in Hawaii when I received a call from Katie Weir asking if I was available on May 6, 2017 to photograph her wedding in Nashville to her long time love, country music-recording artist, Josh Gracin. Those of you who know me and know I grew up in the high desert in Southern California where country music was all the rage, might understand why I had to double check that I had heard correctly. I grew up watching Josh's career begin on American Idol and then listening to his hits on the radio. Of course, my answer to Katie was "Heck Yes!" 

Shortly after, Katie and Josh made the trek to Chicago with their *adorable* German Shepard to take their engagement photos. Katie looked stunning in an ombre red BCBG dress and glittery Jimmy Choo's and oh...her RING...*swoon*! 

I can hardly wait for their big day and am so honored to have had the privilege to document their engagement (coming to a fab magazine soon!) 

Congrats you two! xo, Bonphotage 

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Bonphotage Wedding Photography - Laura + Eric - Palmer House Hilton Chicago

How's this for an absolutely stunning wedding?! Took me about 5 minutes to pick my jaw up off the floor when these film scans came in from Laura and Eric's wedding day! (But really though). Planned perfectly by Marquette Avenue Events, Laura and Eric's wedding at the Palmer House Hilton in downtown Chicago was straight out of a fairy tale.

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Bonphotage Fine Art Wedding Photography - Warwick Allerton Hotel - Erin & Rick

There were so many wonderful reasons to smile on Erin and Rick's wedding day of April 22, 2017! The sun was shining, champagne was flowing and joy was everywhere! Erin started her day getting ready in the beautifully lit bridal suite at the Warwick Allerton Hotel in the heart of downtown Chicago. Her bridesmaids wore pretty floral robes and Erin was sweet enough to gift them a pair of Kate Spade sunnies and sparkly Kate Spade flats to slip into for dancing later in the evening. After putting on her gown, a blindfolded Rick met her in the ballroom where the pair sat back to back, held hands for a moment and exchanged gifts. This moment was one of my favorites ever! After saying their vows in Lincoln Park's St. Clementine's Church, the party moved back to the Allerton where fun was had by all - well into the night! 

We are honored to have been a small part of their beautiful wedding day and hope you enjoy this sneak peek you two!

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Film Boudoir Photography - Published on Adorn Magazine

Bridal boudoir is becoming such a popular trend and we just love the idea of capturing a beautiful bride in an elegant and timeless manner! There are so many creative ways to photograph boudoir and we are so excited to see this shoot published today in Adorn Magazine

 Film is the perfect medium for such an ethereal shoot! This playful boudoir inspiration session took place at the Four Seasons beach property in Haulalai, Hawaii. The model, Kylyn Rapoza of Larson Talent Hawaii Management wore several outfits, including a nude colored bikini by Cherry Bottom Blossoms, veil by Nicole Miller and absolutely gorgeous hand-made cape by Pas De Deux bridal. Bliss in Bloom provided a stunning, asymmetrical bouquet and black rock formations made for the most ethereal setting!

We hope you love this combination of nature and bridal beauty!

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Fine Art Film Photography - Published on Glamour and Grace

I am so excited to share these images featured in Glamour and Grace! 

When you can get your hands on a hand-sewn Emily Riggs gown, of course you want to photograph it like crazy! In this shoot, photographed on film, I wanted to contrast the delicate lace and soft blush romantic color of the gown to show how beautifully it could look in a minimal setting or in an urban, city sprawl. This shoot took place inside and outside of the hip Virgin Hotel in downtown Chicago.

Rachel Keppeler Designs provided geode inspired jewelry pieces to complement the pastel tones in the dress and Appease to you made Bella glow with an upswept look and natural make-up. For florals, we stuck to Pantone's color of the year, greenery with our own natural take of whisky eucalyptus and succulents. 

Enjoy! 

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Bonphotage Fine Art Wedding Photography - Bridgeport Art Center - Ashley + Nate

Ashley and Nate tied the knot on March 11, 2017 at one of my favorite Chicago loft venus, the Bridgeport Art Center! In addition to boasting some of the most incredible skyline views in Chicago, the open sun-drenched floor plan, is a film photographer's dream!

Ashley and I became quick friends after she contacted me to photograph her wedding. Soon after, Ashley was deployed abroad and in addition to planning her wedding from a distance (with the help of talented Maria from Plum and Ivy!), Ashley had to wait many months before seeing her soon to be husband right before their wedding day. The positive side is that it made the sweet moment they reunited, all the better! 

Ashley looked radiant in a Victoria Sodukus gown while her bridesmaids donned navy blue floor length bridesmaid gowns. The succulents in her bridesmaids bouquets and decor were such a unique and beautiful choice! I especially loved the succulent escort cards, which were also gifts for the guests to take home. Guests dined on delicious appetizers and dinner, catered by Jewell Catering. 

It was a perfect wedding, filled with romance, emotion and beauty! Thank you for letting us be a small part of your special day and enjoy this sneak peek!

(special thanks to Bonphotage Associate Madeline for beautifully second shooting!) 

xo, Bonphotage 

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Bonphotage Film Wedding Photography - Hannah + Nick

Nick 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

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Bonphotage Film Photography - Hillary + Brad (and Bentley!) Chicago Engagement Session

Cuteness 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

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Bonphotage Fine Art Photography - Paris Family Photo Session

One 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 

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Bonphotage Fine Art Wedding Photography - Sarah and Danny

Danny 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 

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Bonphotage Wedding Photography - Featured on Trendy Bride Magazine

This beautiful shoot, photographed in film by Bonphotage, took place at the Illuminating Company in downtown Chicago. We can't wait to see this gorgeous shoot featured on Trendy Bride Magazine but couldn't help but share just a few of the images!

Wrap it Up Parties envisioned, planned and styled a playful daytime luncheon vibe with a unique modern twist to complement the black and white touches of the venue. The classic feel of black and white mixed with the natural look of greenery created a crisp, fresh, and modern look for the wedding day inspiration. We kept the black and white from looking too too stiff with playful touches like unique china, ribbon additions, and oversized white balloons. Bottomless coffee and cocktails as well as fresh fruit popsicles added to the playful daytime vibe!

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Wandering Tree Garden Estate Editorial - Published on Dear Gray Magazine

Thinking 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!

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Bonphotage Fine Art Film Photography - Warwick Allerton Hotel Bridal Editorial

There is just something about film that takes my breath away every time! The skin tones, the textures, the colors, the light...it is truly a magical medium. My journey with learning film and developing my own style has come along way this past year and it is so interesting to watch a visual transformation of my images. Today, I am heading to the Donny Zavala film workshop in Honolulu and was reflecting upon where my work has come thus far. I am so excited to continue this journey! 

I recently had an opportunity to photograph on film at a styled editorial shoot with Cody Krogman of Cody Krogman Photography. The shoot took place at the Warwick Allerton Hotel in downtown Chicago, in their beautifully lit ballroom. All of the details were perfectly planned by Cody and Shannon of Panache and Promises. 

Excited to share a few of the images I took on a Contax 645 medium format film camera. Enjoy :)

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Bonphotage Fine Art Film Bridal Editorial - Published on Trendy Bride Magazine

I am SO excited to finally share this gorgeous bridal editorial recently published in Trendy Bride Magazine! 

I am so EXCITED to FINALLY share the images from a fine art bridal editorial featured in Trendy Bride Magazine! Photographed with a Contax 645 with medium format film, this ethereal shoot was photographed at both the Museum of Science and Industry and Room 1520, in Chicago's trendy West Loop neighborhood. 

From the Trendy Bride Feature, "For rustic minimalism, this styled shoot from Chicago, Illinois, incorporates just a few elements for a big impact, including peach blooms, a dream venue, and classic bridal style. With a whitewashed venue, it doesn’t take much to create a standout design. Neutral tones and a few romantic additions round out the look for a truly resplendent vibe.

The invitation suite is classic and simple. It features white parchment, cream-colored calligraphy and a personalized wax seal. The collection also includes the venue’s design."

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Bonphotage Fine Art Film Photography - Kristina, Kyle and Lou!

When 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

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Bonphotage Chicago Wedding Photography - Kathryn + Matt - Holy Family Church + Ovation

 

I keep telling myself that I am going to wait for the film scans before releasing the next wedding sneak peek, but THEN, I go through the digital images and find so many beautiful and heartfelt moments, that I cannot wait (instant satisfaction of being a hybrid shooter!) And so here I find myself again, scrolling through the beauty of Friday, January 20, 2017, when Kathryn and Matt said "I do." 

January 20, 2017 may go down in history as one of the most divisive days in this country's history, but I am honored to say that I was fortunate enough to witness the kind of unity amongst humans that ensures that LOVE will always trump hate. Kathryn and Matt's day was beautiful from beginning to end..period. 

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Bonphotage Chicago Engagement Photography - Leah + Kyle

Leah 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 

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Bonphotage - Wild Flower-Inspired Bridal Portraits - Portland, Oregon

This stunning bridal editorial shoot was inspired by wild flowers and took place at the Grotto in Portland, Oregon. I was inspired by the different shades of green found in the woods and wanted to create an ethereal, woodsy atmosphere for the photoshoot. Using medium-format film photography and a Contax 645 camera and combine with the talent of some of Portland's best, my vision became a reality! 

The bride (model Jennelle Fedrizzi) wore two different looks by Sweet Caroline's, one with a black crop top and the other, a lace tattoo long sleeve beauty. Hair and makeup was natural and flowy by Glam Girl Designs owner Jenny Kerr. The shoot was featured on November 28, 2016 on Adorn Magazine and the full feature can be seen here - http://adornmagazine.com/wildflower-ethereal-bridal-portraits/. 

Enjoy!

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Michigan Wedding Photography - Maheen + Adil

The biggest lesson I have learned as a wedding photographer is that humans are so much more alike than they are different. Every human, no matter race, religion, or ethnicity, wants to love and be loved. Every human wants to share special moments with family and loved ones. Having the honor of photographing beautiful weddings around the world of Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Hindu and non-religious couples reconfirms these truths time and time again. I am blessed to witness the warmth of love and compassion between humans of all kinds on such an intimate and beautiful day - the wedding day. 

I have photographed MANY weddings and have seen a lot of beautiful ceremonies and receptions, but there are very few that literally stop me in my tracks. As I entered Maheen and Adil's reception ballroom at the historic Dearborn Inn in Michigan, my jaw literally dropped. The elegant space was beautifully adorned with chiffon drapery and raised, enormous hydrangea floral arrangements. Cherry blossoms were beautifully placed between the florals. 

No detail was spared - from the brides (two pairs) of Bagdley Mischka heels, to her jewelry which belonged to her grandmother, the day(s) were beyond stunning! One the first day of celebrations, the bride wore gold and ivory, with a gorgeous veil dreams are made of. On the second day, she wore ruby and gold and her happiness was contagious! The food was truly a cut-above and included a warm donut stand and desserts for days. 

We are so blessed to capture the happiest day of people's lives and are so thankful to be graciously included by the family and friends of our lovely couples. Thank you Maheen and Adil for allowing us to capture your most precious and beautiful day! Enjoy this sneak peek!

(special thanks to Cody for beautifully second-shooting and Mark for video!)

xo, Bonphotage

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