.pat & jenny. New Years Eve Wedding, Chicago, IL Wedding Photographer

JOY!  Pure JOY is the world that describes Pat & Jenny and their wedding day.  What an amazing time to celebrate them with all of our friends over new years eve weekend.  I adore Pat & Jenny and was honored to shoot their fantastic day downtown Chicago.  

The wedding ceremony was at Holy Name Cathedral with the reception and dance party at The Renaissance Hotel.  We also dropped by the Waldorf Astoria and Nellcote for some awesome location for pictures.  The Nellcote was such a great spot to stop at for a cocktail and some fun shots. 

The love and joy that encompassed their celebration was out of control.  I heard one guest say, "This is EPIC!"  Yep, epic is the perfect description.  I don't remember seeing that many smiles and genuine laughs in one day in a long time.  

Thank you Pat & Jenny for including us in your celebration and friendship.  We are so pumped to have such awesome friends.  Love you, Em 

 

 

 

 

 

.fischer turns 1 year old. Madison Portrait Photographer

Happy happy happy happy Birthday to my lovely nephew Fischer.  We recently spent the day together celebrating him the best way I know how .... CAKE!  Oh boy, he sure loved it.    No need to carry on about how much I love him or how funny and adorable he is, because that is all very obvious!  I mean seriously, look at him.  How could you not adore this blue face, little belly and sugar smile.

Love you Fischer David!  Happy happy 1st birthday!

 

.lisa & rob. Antigua,Destination Wedding, Madison Wedding Photographer

"Ems, I'm getting MARRIED!" said Lisa in her fantastic British accent.  I have know Lisa for 10 years and I have never heard such joy in her voice!  
Fast forward to me landing in Antigua for the wedding week.  From the moment we arrived in Antigua  Lisa had a permanent smile.  It is clear Rob has ignited a spark in my dear friend that I have never seen before.
The wedding week was a magical week of laughter, joy, romance and relaxation.  I feel so blessed that I was able to be a part of such an amazing week at Coco bay Resort to capture Lisa & Rob's wedding day.  A beautiful location for a destination wedding for a fabulous couple.
My excitement and joy for Lisa and Rob cannot be truly expressed in words.  I'll let the pictures tell the rest of the story.
All my love, Ems

 

.kuehn family. Madison, WI Madison Portrait Photographer

 Meet the Kuehn family.  We shot there family portraits on a beautiful fall afternoon in Madison, WI.  Us photographers have been very fortunately with this lovely warm weather for family shoots recently. It makes everyone happy!
We walked around talking about princesses and bunnies while trying to sneak a family shot or two.  Some very sweet moments with the two girls will be cherished for years to come.  Thanks for the fun ladies.  I look forward to next time.

.katz family. Chicago, IL Madison portrait photographer

I adore working with the Katz family and adore watching their family grow.  It is so fun getting to know the kids and seeing their personalities shine.  You can clearly see below that Lias is a huge goofster, just like his Dad!  I see the sequel to "Zoolander 2" in the works for Lias!

I will share their holiday card after it has been sent to their family and friends.  Cheers to a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  All the best,  Em