THE GIRL BEHIND THE CAMERA.

I CAN’T WAIT TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR STORY. BUT FIRST, LET ME TELL YOU ABOUT MINE.

Hey, my name’s Kelly! And I’m a wedding photographer located in the West Chicago suburbs.

When you hire me, you’re not hiring JUST a photographer. I will be your biggest hype-man, personal DJ (yes I wear a fanny pack with a speaker lol), wedding planner who will help with your timeline, your biggest fan, and at some point of the day/night I will probably end up crying during your vows or at your dad’s speech, or just because I’m sad the long awaited day is finally over. My couples are not just a number to me, they become my friends who I’m so excited to celebrate and capture timeless photos of on their special day that will last a lifetime.

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Someone once asked me, “Alright, serious question: what is your WHY? Why does photography set your soul on fire? How do you know this is what you are meant to be doing?”

Deep down, I think I always knew. It may have taken a few (or 10) years to realize it, but once I decided to pursue my dreams, it just felt right. This career has not always been easy… some days I want to quit, I don’t think I’m good enough, and it can be extremely stressful at times. But my WHY, is YOU. When I meet couples who genuinely love each other, I lose myself in their relationship, and I fucking love it. I get such a high off of it. Being able to witness such an undeniable bond between two people is truly beautiful. Because you chose each other, and continue to choose each other, every day. You, my clients, you are the reason I am able to do what I love. And now I couldn’t imagine my life doing anything else. I know this is where I’m meant to be.

But, enough sappiness, here’s a few things about me!

I am a die hard Cubs fan, and even have a tattoo of the W on my forearm! (Sorry, Sox and Cardinals fans). The year they won the World Series was actually the year I moved to Nashville, so that sucked. But you better believe I drove up the next day to witness the Cubs parade downtown.

I met my now husband (AH we’re newlyweds!) off Bumble and we had our first date on ‘galentines’ day— and the rest is history! He is literally the best guy I have ever met.

When I'm not editing or out here taking pictures, you can find me on the couch snuggled up with Marty and Todd (our cute, but asshole corgi pup), a glass of pinot noir, and most likely watching reruns of F.R.I.E.N.D.S. It is still the best tv show ever made (and yes I will fight you on that).

I think my favorite part of being a photographer is meeting so many amazing people! I can talk for hours, so I just love hearing new stories about your life and relationship. Hit that hello button below, and let's meet up for coffee or a drink or two and discuss the wedding of your dreams.