Start your Chicago engagement session with a sunrise at North Avenue Beach. As a Chicago wedding photographer, I recommend capturing the city’s natural beauty at this quiet hour—before the crowds arrive, giving you the entire shoreline to yourselves. The peaceful beach setting is perfect for those intimate moments, with the Chicago skyline in the distance.

We then headed to the heart of downtown Chicago for stunning engagement photos at the Board of Trade. With the streets empty in the early morning light, we had the entire space to ourselves to capture Kate and Rob’s connection against the city’s iconic architecture. The calm atmosphere allowed us to get those timeless photos, showcasing the elegance of Chicago’s historic streets and buildings.

Kate and Rob are planning a beautiful wedding at the Rookery Building, and I can’t wait to photograph their big day. They’re such a pleasure to work with, and it’s clear their wedding day will be as perfectly planned and timeless as their engagement session.

📍 Location: North Ave Beach, Chicago

📍 2nd Location: Wrigley Building and River Walk, Chicago

📍 3rd Location: Board of Trade Building, Chicago