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Bonphotage Chicago Fine Art Engagement Photography - Carolyn + Justin

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 Photography - James Beard Foundation Rose Bowl Party - Chicago Spiaggia

Bonphotage Photography - James Beard Foundation Rose Bowl Party - Chicago Spiaggia

Bonphotage Surprise Proposal Photography - Krishan + Nikita

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

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

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

Bonphotage Film Boudoir Photography - Published on Adorn Magazine

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

Bonphotage Fine Art Engagement Photography - Courtney + Kyle

Bonphotage Fine Art Engagement Photography - Courtney + Kyle

As a photographer, sometimes you have those jackpot photoshoots where everything falls into place - the lighting is perfect, the couple is adorable and so in love...and that love radiates in every photo! Courtney and Kyle's engagement session at Olive Park was one of those *ta-da* sessions! From the sweet smiles and hugs to the real laughs, I just can't choose a favorite!

We can't wait for your wedding this year C + K! Enjoy this sneak peek...

xo, Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Chicago Bridal Shower Photography - Hampton Social

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

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!

Bonphotage Film Engagement Photography - Milton Lee Olive Park

Bonphotage Film Engagement Photography - Milton Lee Olive Park

Even on a foggy day, Chicago is a magical city with a skyline that never gets old! This jet-setting duo is tying the knot in Scotland! After meeting in graduate school, the chemistry was instant and they have been inseparable ever since! Congratulations on the new chapter you two!

For wedding and engagement photography inquiries - please contact bonphotage@gmail.com.

xo. Bonphotage

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Bonphotage Chicago Film Engagement Photography

Bonphotage Chicago Film Engagement Photography

Major engagement beauty on the Bonphotage blog!

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Bonphotage Videography - Best of 2016!

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

Bonphotage Film Newborn Photography - Baby Izaan

Bonphotage Film Newborn Photography - Baby Izaan

Prepare for major cuteness overload! I think the only person more obsessed with baby Izaan than his mom and dad, is me! Look at that face! I had such a nice time photographing this little character and all of his funny faces and moods. The beautiful look of film is so perfect for baby photography and really captures the perfect skin tones and sweet nature of babyhood!

Enjoy this sneak peek you three!

xo, Bonphotage

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bonphotage Fine Art Photography - Parisian Ballet Couple's Session

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.

Bonphotage Fine Art Photography - Paris Family Photo Session

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

Bonphotage Fine Art Wedding Photography - Sarah and Danny

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