There is something so spectacular about the moments when a bride is getting ready. Anticipation and excitement fills the room. Sun streams through the windows. The day begins.

These images take me right back to this charming summer wedding. 

This wedding was the smallest one I have ever photographed. With only 12 guests due to Covid restrictions, it was an intimate and personal wedding. What a beautiful sight to see such love and commitment, especially during such a unique year! 

This is the autumn that keeps extending and bringing warm light and delightful crisp afternoons. Some of us may be longing for snow soon, but until then, I am grateful for the chance to have a few last photo sessions this fall. This family brought so much joy to an otherwise regular Thursday! 

Logan came into the city with his family for senior photos, and it could not have been a better day for exploring Chicago. Congratulations on graduating soon, Logan! 

I had the privilege of photographing this gifted artist (and one of the photos is now her latest album cover - scroll down to find it)! Gabes is a dear friend of mine, and her music is not only beautiful, but carries such a message of hope too.

If you'd like to support her and her journey not only as a musician, but as a student on her way to a master's degree, click on the link below:
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http://freedomrepertoire.com/

​Lastly, here is Gabes' album cover! Photography by Clairelyseen, design by Faith Amargo. 
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