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Every year, World War II Days takes over the grounds of Midway Village Museum and turns it into a living, breathing 1940s world. For 2026, it’s slated for September 26–27, and the museum’s 148-acre campus becomes the backdrop for a “frontline village” vibe complete with Allied and Axis encampments in the woods, narrated battles, and […]
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Mismatched, Magical, and Perfect: The Bridesmaid Dresses That Stole the Show. If you’ve ever wondered whether “mismatched bridesmaids” can look intentional, elevated, and straight-up exquisite… Kelsey’s wedding is your answer. Kelsey had eight bridesmaids, and instead of choosing one uniform dress, she did something way more memorable: she let each bridesmaid show up as herself. […]
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Why you also need medium format film photography for your wedding. The Art of Medium Format Film Photography. What is Medium Format Photography, and why “you” NEED it. Medium format is film photography on a bigger negative, and that one detail changes everything. You get smoother backgrounds, richer depth, and a quiet “luxury” look that […]
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A Grand Geneva Resort wedding already carries a sense of drama and beauty, but Izzy and Kyle’s day felt especially layered with meaning. From the wind in the trees to the softness of film portraits, everything about it felt like a story that had been building for years—because it had. Izzy and Kyle are the […]
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Hana and Easton’s wedding at The Beloit Club in Beloit, Wisconsin, was the definition of quiet elegance. Graceful, ethereal, and deeply intentional, their day unfolded with ease and emotion from start to finish. For such a young couple, Hana and Easton carry themselves with remarkable maturity. Their connection is grounded, joyful, and thoughtful, a reflection […]
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On July 27, 2024, Kelsey and Austin’s wedding at Hidden Creek Estates in Roscoe, Illinois, was a dream come true. As a wedding photographer with a decade of experience, I’ve seen my fair share of stunning venues and creative visions brought to life. Still, Kelsey’s enchanted forest theme was something truly magical. From the moment […]
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As a wedding photographer, one of the most asked questions I receive is, “What are the pros and cons of a first look?” Well – there is an endless list of pros and no cons. There are two main reasons to do a first look. First, you get to experience the most intimate and memorable […]
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