I have said this before, but one of the biggest joys of being a photographer is having the opportunity to meet interesting people from around the world. Those of you that know me, know that when i'm not snapping photos, I'm usually on an airplane (and when life is at it's best, I'm doing both at the same time)! It is a joy I get to show fabulous people how beautiful my home base of Chicago really is!
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Jim and Ning are as sweet as can be! We had a blast photographing their Chicago engagement session at Olive Park and along Lake Michigan. I personally love the way red looks in engagement photos so I was happy to see Ning in my favorite color!
Can't wait for your big celebration in China!! #Bonphotagedestinationwedding
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I'm a big fan of elopements. While there is something to be said for the planning and culmination of a big wedding day, there is something very sweet and authentic about a couple in love, without all the hoopla, tying the knot in a beautiful location.
When Gwen and Chris asked me to photograph their elopement along the lake during the golden hour, I was just a wee bit excited! Their sweet ceremony was filled with raw emotion and love and it was truly an honor to be there to photograph their special day!
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Julie, Brian and their sweet yorkie Milla are so excited about their new arrival! Our Chicago maternity and family photoshoot started at the Lincoln Park Conservatory where we captured some pretty photos amongst the greenery. We then headed on towards the nearby park area before heading to the iconic Lincoln Park beehive structure.
Congratulations to this sweet family and I can't wait to take your newborn photos very soon! xo
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I had such a fun time taking photos of Dallas and Megan in Chicago! This sweet couple was visiting from Atlanta and wanted to capture some memories while visiting the beautiful city of Chicago!
Thank you two for being adorable (and choosing Bonphotage Photography!) xo
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This glamorous boudoir and wedding shoot took place at the Ivy Hotel in downtown Chicago. Planned by Amber from Events with Ambiance and photographed by Bonphotage, the color scheme and details were pure luxury! The bride (model Katharin Mraz) got ready in the king suite where she wore a strapless beaded gown from Mignonette Bridal.
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Just a month before Meghan and Tim met at the University of Kansas, Tim had adopted Wilson, an American Bulldog. The first thing Meghan noticed, was (of course!) the adorable pup...but then she thought..hey, Wilson has a pretty cute owner..the rest, as they say is history!
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Last night, I took the elevator 94 floors up to the Hancock observatory where stunning Chicago views awaited me. But more significantly, Tyler was waiting for the moment he'd planned to propose to his love of four years, Sharaya.
Surrounded by friends and family, Tyler got down on one knee and asked Sharaya to spend her life with him. Stunned and elated, of course she said yes!
Thank you Tyler, Candace and Sharaya for allowing Bonphotage the privilege of capturing your special moment!
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When Andres contacted me about photographing his surprise proposal to his girlfriend of 7 years, I was elated! Andres and Paula recently moved to Chicago from Miami and he wanted to find a warm, tropical place to propose to remind her of her home and family. We decided that the Lincoln Park Conservatory would be perfect!
Amongst the luscious greens and spring flowers, Andres told Paula a "story" he had carefully thought of about a "friend" who reminded him a lot of them. I watched from a few feet behind as I pretended to be photographing the flowers. When I saw him get on his knee and the ecstatic look on Paula's face...I remembered why I truly have the best job in the world. I get to capture love and happiness!
Congratulations Andres and Paula!
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When Jenna Colgrove, popular fashion blogger behind Visions of Vogue, contacted me to ask if I would photograph her and her husband to commemorate their 6 month anniversary, I CLEARLY jumped at the chance. Jenna and Matt, who currently reside in Los Angeles, were in Chicago for the holidays and wanted to take the opportunity to get some photos in iconic Chicago locations. We started the day at Chicago's Union Station and took some adorable shots by the iconic ivory columns.
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The freezing Chicago winter temperatures did not stop this sweet family from enjoying every moment of their family photo session. We started out at Oak Street Beach in Chicago where Dashi and Teddy's (newlyweds) chemistry was undeniable and a pleasure to photograph. Even grandma was a good sport about hiking out onto the snow covered sand for a snap. We then went to the Bonphotage studio where the family laughed and posed for a few more snaps.
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There’s nothing I love more than to capture candid moments between loved ones. When my long time friends Brian and Arnicia Harris asked me to capture their adorable family, I didn't think twice. When the Harris family arrived at the Bonphotage Studio, I was greeted by the sweetest of smiles from their entire family. Here are just a few of my favorite moments from their candid family portrait session!
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Happy Monday! What better way to start the week than with a jungle-themed first birthday party?! This sweet party for Mark's first birthday took place at La Mirage Restaurant, was designed by Yanni Design Studio and photographed by yours truly, Bonphotage. I loved all of the bright colors and adorable animal fur hats that the children took home with them. Every detail was accounted for, from animal themed cake pops to colorful gummy worms.
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When Nita and Amish began their journey together, they could have never imagined that their union would result in such adorable, intelligent children. I met up with Amish, Nita and their two beautiful children on a beautiful, misty Chicago day. They had contacted me because they wanted holiday family photos in their favorite city. The day began in Streeterville at the Bonphotage Studio and included images at the iconic Olive Park and Parkview area.
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Chicago Engagement: Yas and Ben
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