Before I start, I wanted to mention the vendors that I got to work with on this awesome wedding. It was really cool to work with a bunch of people that I have become friends with in the industry.
Wedding Coordinator: Meghann at Blush and Bashful Events
DJ: Mary at Toast and Jam
Caterer: The Hearty Boys
Florist: Asrai Garden
Venue: The 'Karen's' at The Newberry Library
James and Jill had a VERY memorable day. Wow. I will definitely not forget it...and here is why!
I was immediately attacked by one of the bridesmaids that revealed Jills 'before' picture. Nothing like being attacked by a camera as the alarm goes off!
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| She DEFINITELY recovered. She was doing her best poses for me in front of the window. |
| The dress was happily sitting in the window....thanks to one of the bridesmaids climbing skills. |
| Look at Jill.....she looks all happy and warm. Oh, just wait. This all changes soon. Ha. |
| Um, black boots and white shoes? Come on. Ha! I was attacking her with the camera all day. I am sure she was not impressed! |
| Dawn got this great picture of James waiting for Jill for their first meeting. If I didnt know any better....I would totally think this was from a gay commitment ceremony. Sorry, James! |
| And he meets his bride... |
| Jill got a little emotional. Gotta love that! |
| I loved those elevator doors! |
| James is showing off the 'girl' boots that he bought. Oh yeah...they have pink on them. |
| I love this one. It looks like she is so excited to get blasted with snow! |
| Braxton got this great image when we headed out for pics. This is some definite foreshadowing! This groomsmen was BANANAS drunk later in the evening. It was pretty hilarious. |
| And....the weather. Ok. This was probably one of the worst 'weather' days we have had in a long time and we have had A LOT! The snow was coming down hard, the wind was crazy blowing and the amount of snow on the ground was ridiculous. I was a little worried about shooting in it but I am SO glad that everyone was cool about going outside. LOVE THAT! |
| And this....one of my favorites of the day. I told you it was windy!! |
| And then we stopped at Manny's. If this looks familiar, thats because its the place that Obama likes to hang out at. The food looked AMAZING. |
| I cant remember what these are but they look delicious. Ha! I was just informed by James' mother that these are potato latkes. MMM.... |
| This picture sums it all up. I love the 'Windy City' in the back. |
| And then we stopped at their place for some more photos... |
| and met up with their best friend. |
| Some shots in front of their home. |
| Some lower Wacker Drive fun! |
| I told the bridesmaids to write something on the chalk board that would mean something to them. Interesting... |
| LOOK....its my sister. Well, my sisters name. I never thought I would meet another Jennifer Lawson. |
| James, waiting for the ceremony to begin. |
| His mother gets choked up before it even begins! |
| And there goes Jills mother too! |
| The beautiful Newberry Library was the site of the ceremony and reception. |
| This little girl was all over the place! Hey, it made for a cool shot. =) |
| I dont know if he is getting weepy or has something in his eye?! |
| And its not a party without a table collapsing. |
| A nice speech from Jills sister. |
| And the craziness begins! |
| They had little Jameson bottles on the tables for each and every guest. Reason For That: They rock. |
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