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The best way that I can describe my style is wedding photojournalism with an edge, blending spontaneous moments with creative & modern portraiture. I am also an artist. And I strive to create art that can stand alone and provoke thought. Each wedding is unique and your photos should be a reflection of the two of you and your undying love for each other.

My love is in God first, my husband and four kids are first and a half, and then photography. I truly believe that I was put on this earth to capture life, love, and happiness through my eyes and couldn't ask for a better calling in my life.

I strive to live my life for God, and I conduct my business in the same way. At least 10% of profits will be donated to my church which supports God’s will in spreading His word and His love to those who are spiritually, physically, and financially in need.

If this is a vision that we share, let’s talk!

-Caroline



My Favorite Quotes:

"A portrait is not a likeness. The moment an emotion or fact is transformed into a photograph it is no longer a fact but an opinion. There is no such thing as inaccuracy in a photograph. All photographs are accurate. None of them is the truth." ~Richard Avedon

"The mind loves the unknown. It loves images whose meaning is unknown, since the meaning of the mind itself is unknown.” ~Rene Magritte



A Few Fun Facts About Me:

~I love French music, Paris, and everything French.
~I am absolutely terrified of bugs.
~I LOVE pasta.
~And cheese.
~Chicago will always be "my home".
~I wanted to be the greatest storm chaser that ever lived.
~I think cats are just plain crazy.
~That girl you pull up to next to a stoplight, that you laugh and point at because she is acting like she's in a concert and singing her heart out -yeah, that would be me.
~I like strawberry jam, but I hate strawberries.
~I like bananas, but I hate anything banana-flavored.
~Laughter is my medicine. I surround myself with people who can make me laugh and can also laugh at pretty much anything.
~I have a really hard time keeping up with my eyebrows.
~"Redeeming Love" is the best book. EVER.
~I invented a dish called "My Famous Cheezy Rice". My husband hates it. Even more, he hates it when I call it 'famous'.
~Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton are awesome.
~I am a Republican.
~I am obsessed with the Libera Boys Choir.
~I hoard pictures & keepsakes.

 

Choosing the Wedding Day Locations: The location is so important in getting great wedding photos. Please keep in mind how everything will look in pictures, from the bride's dressing room, to the ceremony, to the reception.

Lighting: Try to be mindful of lighting when choosing your locations throughout the day. For example, where the bride is getting ready. Lots of natural lighting such as window light, will achieve great results whereas a conference roof with fluorescent lighting is highly unflattering.

Picture Time: If you saw my gallery and liked my work, please know that you can only achieve that in your own wedding if you allow enough time for photography during the day. 20 minutes after the ceremony & before the reception for family and bridal party photos, and creative bride & groom portraits just will not cut it. Set aside time for just the two of you during cocktail hour. Even better, opt to see each other before the ceremony and set aside between 1-2 hours. We'll still take "first look" photos, and you won't feel rushed to get to your reception during this time. Plus, once the ceremony is over, you can focus on just pictures with the family & you'll feel more relaxed the rest of the day knowing that you are done with the most important shots. Most of my brides & grooms choose to see each other before their ceremonies.