Posts in wedding photography
Bonphotage Fine Art Chicago Wedding Photography - Galleria Marchetti - Tricia + Chris

Holy peony!! Chris and Tricia's wedding still has us majorly swooning!! Every detail was planned to perfection and the day was perfectly executed by the amazing team at MLP Events and the florals by Anemone Creative were incredible! 

Chris and Tricia's day started at the Gwen Hotel in downtown Chicago. The couple got ready surrounded by their family and friends before seeing each other for a first look on the penthouse terrace! Family and bridal party then headed out for photos on the sunniest Chicago day!

The party then headed over to Galleria Marchetti where the couple said "I do" under a beautiful ivy-covered archway adorned with florals. The celebrations continued with delicious food, talented violinist and dancing well into the night! 

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

xo, Bonphotage

special thanks to Bonphotage Associate Rachel for beautifully assisting! 

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Bonphotage Fine Art Gatlinburg Wedding Photography - Ashley + Brian

I really try not to play favorites with our couples, but it was so hard not to love every moment we spent photographing Ashley and Brian's wedding in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Let's start with the absolutely stunning setting at the Park Vista Hotel, overlooking the vast Smoky Mountain National Park, on a perfectly sunny summer day. The view alone was enough to make us never want to leave. Add to that, a couple so in love, that they actually didn't need any guidance at all for posing - all of those incredibly intimate moments you see on this blog? Those are just them, being themselves (can anybody say "CHEMISTRY?!") 

Their first look took place on the edge of a cliff where Brian took a moment to take in the scenery and reflect on his upcoming nuptials. When Ashley approached and he took a look at his beautiful bride, the tears began (for ALL of us!) It was impossible not to feel the incredible love between them! The day then continued with a ceremony overlooking the vast nature and an al-fresco dinner filled with so many laughs and love (and the cutest kiddos!) 

We are honored to have been a small part of their wedding day and so excited to share a sneak peek! Congratulations you two! 

xo, Bonphotage 

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Bonphotage Chicago Wedding Photography - Megan + Jordan - Beverly Country Club

While half of the Bonphotage team was in Nashville shooting weddings last weekend, the other half was in Chicago capturing beauty in Chicago. And boy, was I happy when I saw the beauty that went down at the Beverly Country Club last Saturday! Megan looked absolutely stunning in her wedding gown and there is no question that fun was had by all - I mean, even just looking at the photos makes you want to smile! Oh my - don't forget to take a look at the sweetest ring bearer of all time...GAH!

Congrats Megan and Jordan - we are honored to have been a part of your special day! Enjoy this sneak peek! 

Special thanks to Cody and Brittany for beautifully capturing the day!

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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 Chicago Fine Art Engagement Photography - Carolyn + Justin

Thinking back on Carolyn and Justin's engagement session just makes me smile, plain and simple! This jet-setting couple had just returned to Chicago from a trip to France when we headed to Millennium Park to capture their engagement photos. Lurie Garden was in full bloom with tulips in shades of pink and orange - the perfect backdrop for a Spring engagement session! After frolicking in the sun for a bit, we headed to the Art Institute garden to snap a few more pretties on film. 

We can't wait for their Lake Geneva wedding this year! Enjoy this sneak peek and congrats you two! 

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Surprise Proposal Photography - Krishan + Nikita

When Krishan called me sounding so excited about proposing to his love Nikita, I knew this was going to be an epic surprise! Krishan carefully thought out all of the details about where he wanted to propose with a stunning skyline background and then came all the way from Oklahoma to Chicago to make it happen! Captured perfectly on film by Madeline of Bonphotage, the whole scene was out of a fairy tale, including the surprise appearance of their families! 

Congratulations you two - we can't wait for your wedding day ;)

xo, Bonphotage 

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Bonphotage Chicago Bridal Shower Photography - Hampton Social

It is always such an honor when a client returns for you to capture other major events in their lives. Not only did I have the opportunity to capture Su's engagement session, but I was also lucky enough to capture her adorable bridal shower at the lovely Hampton Social in Chicago! "Rose all day" was the name of the game and these ladies sure know how to have a good time! Not to mention, the natural window light was perfect for film photography! I can't wait to capture your wedding this summer Su - and I hope you treasure these images for a lifetime! 

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 Videography - Best of 2016!

The 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

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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 Chicago Wedding Photography- Grace + Nick

It is hard to deny the chemistry which is so clearly visible in these images between Grace and Nick! When Grace called me inquiring about wedding photography and explained that she and Nick loved Chicago and wanted to have a simple wedding celebration surrounded by their daily friends at Nick's family's restaurant in Andersonville, I knew this wedding would be special! On March 11, 2017, Bonphotage Associate Jessica, met Grace and Nick at their home for some getting ready photos (didn't Grace look stunning!) before heading out around town for playful photos in iconic Chicago locations. Next was the party at Calos Restaurant and as you can tell by the photos, it was all fun and laughter all night long!

Congratulations you two! Enjoy this sneak peek! 

photo credit: Jessica of Bonphotage Photography 

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Bonphotage Fine Art Photography - Hawaii Bridal Editorial with Utterly Engaged Magazine

We approach every wedding we shoot as a new opportunity to create unique and beautiful art. On this morning, as Madeline and I prepare to shoot Ashley and Nate's wedding at the lovely Bridgeport Art Center, I am thinking back on beautiful past shoots which have inspired me. My mind drifts to a recent sunrise editorial which was gorgeous beyond words...

 

PHOTOGRAPHERS Lynzie Hazan and Rachel Reizen of Bonphotage | CREATIVE DIRECTOR & STYLIST Lucia of Utterly Engaged | FLORAL DESIGNER & STYLIST Catalina Neal | MAKEUP ARTIST & HAIR STYLIST Hikari Murakami | CREATIVE ASSISTANT Caroline Cervantes | FILM LAB Richard Photo Lab | WEDDING GOWNS Carol Hannah | HEADPIECE HEART OF GOLD DESIGNS | CALLIGRAPHY Sarah Ingram | WEDDING RINGS Susie Saltzman | SILK RIBBONS tono & co. | MODEL Angelei Schulman | WORKSHOP Donny Zavala

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Bonphotage Fine Art Photography - Parisian Ballet Couple's Session

It's Friday and a perfect occasion to share one of the most beautiful shoots I have had the pleasure of capturing. I have long been in awe of the grace and beauty of movement created by ballerinas and it was a personal dream of mine to capture it myself. On a beautiful Paris day in February, I met with McKeely Borger and Graham Kotowich of the Ballet de l'Opera De Metz Metropole and made my dream a reality! I am still mesmerized by how stunning these images are and I hope they make your day as well! 

xo, Bonphotage 

photo taken on Contax 645, fuji 400 film | scanned and processed by Richard Photo Lab | wedding dress and veil from Sibo Designs

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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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