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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 Chicago Fine Art Photography - Meet Rachel! - 2017 Wrap Up!
Bonphotage Fine Art Wedding Photography - Shore Club Chicago Editorial - Published on Trendy Bride Magazine

It is always such an honor to see our film photography work published in prestigious magazines! We are so thrilled to finally share this gorgeous bridal editorial which took place at Shore Club Chicago, with some of the most talented vendors in the business! 

From Trendy Bride Magazine, "While Chicago is well known for it's glorious skyline, it is often overlooked for it's equally beautiful shoreline. With this inspiration shoot, Storybook Weddings wanted to showcase the fact that midwestern brides need not hop a flight to CA to dig their toes in the sand on their wedding day! The Shore Club, perfectly situated along Lakeshore Avenue, made the perfect venue!"

Photographer:  bonphotage// Model: Alex Moss// Bakery: Toni Patisserie & Cafe// Linens and Coverings: BBJ Linen // Equipment Rentals: Hall's Rentals // Apparel: Black Tie Formalwear // Makeup Artist:  // Model:Heather Nicole Wilson // Floral Designer: Dilly Lily // Invitation Designer: Mite Print // Apparel: Honey Bridal // Heirlooms and extras: The Mrs. Box //Cinema and Video: Bonphotage // Event Venue: Shore Club Chicago // Planning and Styling: Storybook Weddings & Events

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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 Wedding Photography - Lake Geneva, Wisconsin - Jessica & Dan

The first time Jessica described her wedding vision, I knew it would be beautiful...but I had no idea it would be THIS beautiful! The wedding took place in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin and stunning florals were the name of the game! From Jessica's incredible bouquet to the two incredible installations at the ceremony and reception, I was in photographer heaven! Jessica and Dan's wedding day was full of so many special moments, including an adorable first look with Jessica and her brothers, emotional toasts and dancing that lasted late into the night! We are honored to have been a small part in their perfect day! Enjoy this sneak peek you two! 

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Fine Art Engagement Photography - Lincoln Park, Chicago - Carli & Matt

It was such a breeze photographing Carli and Matt because their energy was contagious! Despite the chilly Chicago weather, they were all smiles and such good sports! For their engagement session, we started at Chicago's North Avenue beach, with iconic Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan views. We then hopped over to the Lily Pond for beautiful autumn color backdrops. I just love how many beautiful places there are to photograph in this town! Congrats you two and enjoy this sneak peek! 

xo, Bonphotage 

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Bonphotage Fine Art Engagement Photography - Lincoln Park, Chicago - Sydney & Jeremy

Gorgeous, glorious light! We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day for Sydney and Jeremy's engagement session! From the Lincoln Park setting with gorgeous Chicago skyline views, to this couple's playful nature, it was truly a dream session - and reflected in the images! Congrats you two - we can't want to work with you again and capture your wedding! 

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Fine Art Engagement Photography - Millennium Park - Ashley & Urim

Fair to say I'm kinda obsessed with these two! Ashley and Urim were just so sweet and fun to be around and I left their engagement session feeling like I wanted to hang out with them more! I can't wait to capture these lovebirds tie the knot next year! Congrats and enjoy this sneak peek you two!

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Fine Art Chicago Engagement Photography - Jamie + Jose

I remember vividly sitting in a cafe in Paris, while on site for a destination wedding, when Jamie called me to inquire about her upcoming wedding. Most importantly, she said, "we want to include our two English Bulldogs in our engagement photos." Well, if you know me at all, you know she was speaking to my language! A French Bulldog owner myself (with another joining the fam next month!), I have a special place in my heart for these short-nosed, gremlin-like, PERFECT creatures. All I can say, is I could have photographed this adorable foursome ALL DAY! Enjoy this sneak peek 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 Chicago Fine Art Photography - Amanda & Bex

There is no greater honor than when a client hires you not once, but twice! What a compliment :) We just love capturing the love between Amanda and Bex and we are so excited to share a sneak peek of their gorgeous mini-session! 

xo, Bonphotage 

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Bonphotage Chicago Fine Art Engagement Photography - Carolyn & David

Carolyn and David couldn't be sweeter and we just loved photographing their engagement session at Milton Lee Olive Park in Chicago! Can't you just feel the happiness and chemistry in the photos?! Congrats you two and enjoy this sneak peek! 

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Fine Art Chicago Wedding Photography - Hillary + Brad

Sometimes even in the middle of the busy wedding season, it is necessary to take a pause and shoot for the love of creativity and film. I couldn't pass up a chance to photograph this gorgeous editorial with models Hillary and Brad and some of the most talented names in the wedding industry including Netta BenShabu Bridal, Flowers for Dreams and Makeup by Jaycie! I am just swooning over these film scans and can't wait to see them published! 

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Fine Art Chicago Wedding Photography - St. Michael's Church & 19 East - Lindsay + Brian

From the first time I spoke with Lindsay on the phone, I was super excited about capturing her wedding! Lindsay and Brian flew in from Manhattan to have their ceremony in Chicago, and more specifically, at St. Michael's in Old Town, where her mother and grandmother were also married. After the ceremony, the party moved to 19 East (one of our favorite Chicago venues!) where Food For Thought served international fare from all the countries around the world where the newlyweds have traveled. A wedding centered around travel with thoughtful details? My kind of wedding! The whole day was planned seamlessly by Marquette Events.

Congrats you two and enjoy this sneak peek! 

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 - City Winery Chicago - Olivia + Brent

City Winery in the summer..in Chicago? Umm yes! Combine the al fresco setting with beautiful florals, yummy food and a madly in love couple and it is bound to be a day to remember! We are so excited to share a sneak peek of Olivia + Brent's wedding day! Congrats you two! 

xo, Bonphotage 

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