It was the height of the pandemic when Chris reached out to reconnect with Jamie a mutual fitness coach and trainer from Oragnetheory where they both worked together 4 years prior. They connected over meaningful Instagram posts and shared interests during an otherwise isolating time. Just like their carefully choreographed wedding song says - they were a match made in heaven and it was obvious sharing life together was the only way forward, especially once their daughter Mackenzie came along to light up their world!
…and the rest is history.
“Some things just go better together and probably always will
Like a cup of coffee and a sunrise, Sunday drives and time to kill
What's the point of this ol' guitar if it ain't got no strings?
Or pourin' your heart into a song that you ain't gonna sing?
It's a match made up in heaven, like good ol' boys and beer
And me, as long as you're right here.”
- Luke Combs 'Better Together'
We had the best time celebrating them and capturing their country inspired wedding day! Congratulations to Jamie and Chris!
Vendor Team:
Photography: K & E Photography
Florist: Phillip’s Flowers & Gifts
Cake & Donut Bakery: Orland Park Bakery
Band: The WalkIns
Ceremony: St. Francis of Assisi - Orland Park
Venue | Reception: Southern Charm - Frankfort
Why, you may ask? Because we believe in relationship building. We love to get to know our couples before we see them for the biggest day of their life. There is no better way to get the nerves out of the way than with an engagement session. It gives us a chance to learn about them and their love story.
Kelly & Ray wanted their engagement session at Cantigny Park. We've photographed here before, and every time it's a different experience. We follow the light from location to location.
As F•R•I•E•N•D•S fanatics, we couldn’t resist the park’s yellow couch inspired by the show:
“Chandler, she wants you for the rest of her life. We look at you and we see you together, and it just it fits, you know? And you just know it's gonna last forever.”
— Joey Tribbiani
Kelly's beautiful white outfit was perfection, but her gorgeous sheer dress was something special. Ray’s laughter was pure joy while we looked for inspiration around every corner.
We're looking forward to the wedding in 2023!
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However, for their gorgeous fall wedding day, we brought the sunshine to Chicago soaking it up and down Lakeshore Drive.
The wedding day started out with the bride getting ready at JW Marriott Chicago, and the groom getting ready at Allegro Royal Sonesta. Then the trolley made its way on Rush Street to St. James Chapel. After a beautiful ceremony, we took the party towards Wrigley Field, where a home game was going on. The lot of us being Cubs fans has all the nostalgic feels!
Experiencing the game outside the field at Gallagher Way, and making a stop at Murphy's Bleacher's where the couple met, the crowds were so sweet congratulating the newlyweds. To quote John, “this was just perfect for our wedding day. I just love this!”
Making our way back down Lakeshore Drive just as the sun was setting over the Chicago Riverwalk and we found ourselves with extra time. When our couples give us that extra time for portraits, we use it wisely! The cityscapes were the perfect backdrop.
Ending at our last stop, Amazing Space, entering the gorgeous glass doors to dance the night away.
Congratulations John & Marisa!
Vendor Team:
Photography: K & E Photography
Wedding Coordinator: Danielle Lamorgese
Hair & Makeup Team: City Lights Beauty
DJ: Max Davis
Ceremony: St. James Chapel
Venue | Reception: The Amazing Space
Florist: Christopher Duquette
Cake Artist: Griege Patisserie
Dress & Cape Designer: Rish
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Lake County natives, Alana and Brian are getting ready to tie the knot. We had the pleasure of getting to know them better over their summer engagement session where they were all giggles and grins for each other. Between the perfect sunset, weather, and smiles, we can't wait to join them for their upcoming garden wedding this summer!
Katie & Erin
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However, as current Milwaukee residents, we knew that their engagement session would be so perfectly captured in their own Walker's Point neighborhood in The Brew City!
We made the trek up, met at a brewery (of course), and the most personal engagement session! The top locations in Walker's Point was their very own rooftop overlooking the Coakley Brother's Watertower, an iconic MKE mural, and a gorgeous city skyline view from the river! We had so much fun learning about their love story and how much they have fallen head over heels for Milwaukee as much as Chicago.
We can't wait to party with these two on their wedding day!
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During each wedding consultations, whether via phone or in person we work with you on a reasonable and realistic wedding day timeline.
We find that this not only ensures we capture everything of importance, but also helps with parts of your day that may not have even considered.
Our Top 10 Timeline Tips
We had meticulous curated a photography timeline for their day that included 90 minutes of romantic outdoor photos in one of our favorite hidden locations.
With rain clouds gathering overhead, Annie & Garrett exchanged their vows at Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, in Orland Park, IL and as the soaking rain began to fall outside, our problem solving jumped into overdrive. Checking weather radars, wind speeds, and hourly forecasts (yes - didn’t you know we were amateur meteorologists?) we drove with patient determination straight through driving rain, past our planned location, and headed straight for the reception venue. What we found on the other side of those clouds was THE SUN, a gorgeous vista and the dreamiest clouds that ever were!
We make our wedding days work with trust from our clients and creative intuition that we’ve spent so many years practicing
Congratulations Annie & Garrett!
Vendor Team:
Photography: K & E Photography
Hair & Makeup Team: Natalie Shepherd & Krysten Gawley- Sloane Stevens Salon
Ceremony: St. Elizabeth Seton
Venue | Reception: Dinofo's Banquets Homer Glen
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Power Couple
Your love is beautiful and you can see the strong connection in the way you both look at one another.
Cannot wait to photograph your love story this weekend on your wedding day.
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Please enjoy Kelli and Melissa's breathtaking lake front wedding on the shore's of Lake Marie, in Antioch, Illinois.
When Kelli married Melissa she gained a wife, a son, and a daughter!
This new family's commitment to each other was celebrated by their dear friends and family during a intimate patio ceremony and lake front reception.
We couldn't be happier for them and we're so honored to have been invited to capture their emotional and fun day!
Vendor Team:
Photography: K & E Photography
Event Planner/Coordinator: Joy Jones Planning & Design
Hair & MakeUp Artists: Pin Me Up Chicago
Florist: Antioch Flower Shop
Cake / Cupcake Artist: Sweet Discoveries
Band: Tallboy MKE
Brides Wedding Dresses: David's Bridal
Bridesmaids Dresses: David's Bridal
Men's & Boy's Suits: Suitshop
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It was definitely the best man that got all the LAUGHS!
Donning a wedding gown, stepping in for Meghan and surprising the eager Groom with a fake, and very funny, first look!
The speeches and first dances were tear jerkers, emoting all the love and joy
that their family and friends hold for these college sweethearts.
Congratulations Meghan & Caleb!
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They say that rain on your wedding day is good luck!
Just like the snow storm that marked Jamie and Dylan's winter engagement session, the thunder and lightening didn't get us down.
We hopped the puddles after the storm and ended up with the most fun, post-storm skies for their wedding photos!
Jamie had the most dramatic button up back on her gorgeous lace dress, while Dylan looked so sharp with his gray suit and baby blue tie.
It's no surprise this Wisconsin wedding started with delicious Spotted Cow beer, from New Glaurus Brewing Co.
Their first look was perfection and just how we envisioned it - emotional and filled with happy tears!
Circa on Seventh, boasted an incredible indoor balcony that helped create such magical images. We may have to add that as a requirement to all venues! ;).
From a quick and beautiful ceremony and meaningful speeches to a never empty dance floor, their day was pure joy!
Congratulations Jamie & Dylan!
Creative Team:
Photographers: K & E Photo Events
Venue: Circa On Seventh
Coordinator: Kelsey Tolver - Culinary Infusion
Videographer: Hello Darling Films
Florist: Parkway Floral
DJ: DJ Positive
Make Up & Hair Artist: Lauren Emily Beauty
Officiant: Renee Terracina
Coming out of the Covid slump - we were so excited to not have only one first look this day, but TWO! It's no secret - we LOVE first looks. It creates some of the most magical images on a wedding day. It gives couples time to get the nerves out and truly be authentic with their emotions.
Steph chose to have a first look with her son Grayson and the little man in her life did not disappoint. He couldn't wait to see his Mom! Yes, those were tears falling behind our cameras! We couldn't help ourselves.
What was even more lovely was Steph and Kevin's first look. The simple gasp of awe from each of them. The surprise. The relief.
The ceremony was such a perfect setting. The garden at warehouse 109 is so perfectly appointed and accompanied this family of 3's vows beautifully.
“We also commit ourselves to you, Grayson,
promising to help guide you through life,
during good times + bad.
We promise to love + support you as long as we all shall live.”
With that the dance floor opened up and so did our hearts! After an incredibly somber year for the wedding and event industry, hearing live music again and watching people cut loose was something all of us vendors missed. We're so happy to be back celebrating awesome milestones like this again!
So, sit back, grab a glass a wine, listen to Greatest Love Story" and enjoy their wedding day unfold below.
Maybe you'd like to start with their engagement session! We sure do!
"Greatest Love Story"- LANCO
'Cause I was gonna be your forever
You were gonna be my wife
We didn't know any better
Didn't have a clue about life
But I was what you wanted you were what I needed
And we could meet in between
We were gonna be the greatest love story this town had ever seen"
Vendor Team:
Photography: K & E Photo Events
Event Planner: Eventsby2Sisters
Venue: Warehouse109
Flowers: KatyDiditflowers
Band: Recycle The Day
MakeUp Artist: Griselle Ramirez
Hair Stylist: Allure By Bautista
Wedding Dress: Bri'Zan Couture | Designer: Maggie Sottero Designs
Wedding Shoes: Von Maur Badgley Mischka
Veil: Dareth Colburn
Groom Suit: Mens Wearhouse
Officiant: Rev Miller
Ceremony Arch: Staneart Design Co.
Pizza Truck: Billy Bricks Pizza Truck
BBQ Food Truck: Smokin' BBQ Kitchen
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Jamie & Dylan's engagement session may have been a bit chilly, but trucking through the snow was worth it. Their love for one another radiates through their photos. We cannot wait for their wedding this summer.
xoxo,
Katie & Erin
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Kim & Neil, not only had to deal with changing wedding dates and hiring new vendors, but the scary unknowns of how to host a wedding in the most safe and responsible way possible. Keeping track of daily health changes became a norm. Their original June wedding date came and went. The threat of rising Covid cases meant more possible changes. The August date approached with some uncertainty, but they met it with resilience and flexibility and it could not have been a more beautiful, blue skied day. From the relief of emotions at their first look to walking down a deserted Michigan Avenue for the most perfect photo ops! Not even a little rain (because what could be more, 2020 than rain on your wedding day?) could take away their joy. The team of vendors worked tirelessly to change the timeline up a bit so Kim & Neil were able to have their ceremony outdoors overlooking a gorgeous Chicago cityscape and pushing the drizzly cocktail hour indoors, allowing guests to sip on a specialty drink, Forget Me Fiji, made with hibiscus lemonade, vodka & prosecco, and surrounded by none other than hand sanitizer, Clorox Wipes, and of course, face masks!
Their intimate outdoor dinner reception boasted city views, a stunning sunset, and an even more beautiful table arrangement of candles and florals.
Team of Vendors:
Photographers: K & E Wedding/Event Photography
Venue: The Gwen Chicago
Florist: Elena’s Garden
Cake: Bittersweet
Violinist: Emily Mather
Hair & Makeup Artist: Hairs2TheBride
Wedding Dress: Wolsfelts Bridal
Tux: Generation Tux
Bride's Rings: Gage Diamonds
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Kim & Neil are such a laid back, fun, and chill couple. We started their engagement session, on their 30th floor apartment, overlooking River North in the heart of downtown Chicago. The window light was beyond gorgeous, but the view...the view was breathtaking! Talk about a first home goals!!!
Kim & Neil explore Chicago's Riverwalk often, so we wanted to capture specific areas we won't be going to on their actual wedding day, including the stunning rooftop of London House where Neil proposed last winter. We lucked out in early March (pre-covid 19) with the most gorgeous, sunny, sixty degree day. As you can imagine Chicago was booming! Everyone out enjoying the day. No one had a clue that the following weekend we would all be isolated to our homes to protect the most vulnerable in our beautiful city. Editing this session has been a humbling experience filled with disappointment and also so much hope for an enjoyable and productive summer ahead.
Unfortunately, it was only a few days later that Kim & Neil's June wedding had to be rescheduled. After receiving their gallery, Kim texted right away, "With all the current craziness, I'm so thankful we did these. So thank you for recommending or else it wouldn't have happened." Music to our ears! We're so glad that they embraced these images and that they get to enjoy them while they wait for their wedding day!
Even though times are tough, and our couples are feeling the added stress with all the wedding changes and unknowns, know that we are here to help. All your vendors are here to help.
- Reach out to your wedding vendors
- Be flexible and open to new dates
- Remember it may not be the wedding your originally planned for, but it still will be a day filled with love
Stay Safe
Katie & Erin
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Photographers: Katie Hall & Erin Stefanik with K & E Photography
Ceremony/Reception Venue: Ruffled Feathers
Florist: SID’s of Palos Hills
Cake: Orland Park Bakery
DJ: Tone Productions
Make up Artist: Danielle Leighton
Hair Artist: Katelyn
Wedding Dress: David's Bridal
Bridesmaid Dresses: David's Bridal
Tuxes: Men's Wearhouse
Officiant: One Fine Day
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Cutting the wedding cake is one of the most time honored traditions on a wedding day and often the most forgotten about for most couples! More often than not, a newly married bride and groom who are super excited about their impending party and running high on adrenaline don't know where to begin with their cake. It's one of the easiest events of your day that can turn into an unforeseen challenge!
The cake is usually cut by the couple immediately following the couple's entrance into their wedding reception. It can sometimes be followed by the first dance, but typically it's a wonderful way to kick of the celebrations before heartfelt speeches and a delicious meal is shared by all.
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In fact, the custom is a symbolism of the couple's union and their promise to always provide for each other.
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To avoid confusion on your wedding day, here are a few quick tips:
- Ask your baker which layer you should cut. Sometimes they leave a space indicating it on the backside.
- You may need to ask your venue to provide utensils. A knife, a serving utensil (like a pie server), and forks are always necessary
- Sharing a small taste of the slice you've removed is usually expected (smashing into each other's face is optional)
AND
-Don't forget to seal it with a kiss! It's a great photo op!
~Katie & Erin
Ceremony: St. Elizabeth Seton, Orland Hills Illinois
Reception: Ruffled Feathers Country Club, Lemont Illinois
Florist: Catherine's Garden
Cake: Orland Park Bakery
DJ Services: Rolling Sounds DJ
Makeup Artist: Michelle McDonald, Lisa Thomas Salon
Hair Stylist: Krysten Gawley, Sloane Stevens Salon
Bridesmaid Dresses: The Crystal Bride, Geneva Illinois
Wedding Gown: Bella Sposa Boutique, Tinley Park Illinois
Tuxedos: Mens Warehouse
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We have had the pleasure of working with their planners in the past and can not say enough wonderful things about our experience with them and their expertise for our couples. Working with good wedding planners allows us to focus on our creativity and capturing our couple's day effectively.
On Wednesday we got to hit the road with these amazing planners and many other wedding industry professionals for their VIPs & Venues bus tour, giving us the chance to tour some of the newest venues in the city of Chicago. We were blown away!
We cannot thank Lindsey & Ashley at The Simply Elegant Group enough for the fabulous opportunity & inviting us along on an incredible day/afternoon. We had such a wonderful time. From all the incredible venues, conversations and of course cocktails and food, it was truly a great day had by all. We appreciate all the hard work put into the planning.
Sign us up for the next one!
#1
VENUE WEST
221 N. Paulina St. | Chicago, IL 60612
Contact: Karly Fabbri
J and L Catering
312-280-7900
When we first arrived, we couldn’t help but notice these amazing mirrors. As the dynamic duo black and white selfies go, we just couldn’t resist. We were greeted by The Simply Elegant team and 50+ industry creative professionals. We not only were able to tour the space, but indulge in a sample of JandL Catering’s amazing food & cocktails. Their champagne mule was a bubbly morning touch. This new venue is just absolutely amazing. Each room is better than the next and the possibilities are endless. With their gorgeous lounge couches, chaivari chairs and tableware, draping (comes in 5 different colors), chandeliers & lighting to for the perfect finishing touch. Not to mention their Hollywood inspired green room/bridal room, complete with the best movie quotes of all time! We love this venue for it's versatility and lofty charm!
#2
ROCKWELL ON THE RIVER
3057 N. Rockwell | Chicago, IL 60618
Contact:
Tania Madon & Kate Gueorguieva
1-773-247-3000
www.rockwellontheriver.com
Before you even walk through the front door, you are greeted by a brick alley complete with interchangeable uplighting. It opens onto a shared brick courtyard. Walking through the front doors, past the floor to ceiling window is almost overwhelming. If you're looking for a blank slate- this is the space for you. The floor is tiled with WOOD and this space can accommodate more than 800 guests! It's hard not to be drawn right back outside onto the 5,000sq foot Italian brick patio overlooking the river and the city skyline! Winter wedding? No problem. The patio can accommodate cocktail igloos. How fun!
#3
REVEL MOTOR ROW
2400 S. Michigan Ave. | Chicago, IL 60616
Contact: Brittney Reecy & Megan Crowe
1-773-292-9100
www.revelspace.com/our-spots/motor-row
A hidden Chicago historic gem. You walk in and truly have to stop and breathe in the history! This space was originally home to the Illinois Automobile Club (1930's) and then the Chicago Defender Magazine (1950's). There have been some very influential feet that have walked these halls! First, look down at your feet, you will find a quote laid there by the Defender staff. It was uncovered during renovations, the workers came across the tile under a bunch of junk and low and beyond was this gorgeous tile & quote. As coffee lovers ourselves, we couldn’t help but dig in and try the amazing coffee bar provided by Limelight Catering. It was our very own DIY barista. No surprise, the courtyard, is a must have in the warmer months, truly breath taking. The historic charm and detail in every room is mesmerizing! The bathrooms located on 2nd & 3rd floor were walk-in safes, repurposed and turned into bathrooms. For any event, especially a wedding, the bridal room, is a photographer’s dream. From the stain glass windows, to the unique decor, will bring any bride wanting to get her getting ready photos in there.
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W HOTEL CHICAGO- LAKESHORE
644 N. Lake Shore Dr. | Chicago, IL 60611
Contact: Robin Wilson
312-266-8933
website
With over 14, 000 square feet of sophisticated event space in downtown Chicago, this hotel is the ideal backdrop for a waterfront wedding or business meeting. The views are endless! Full 180 of Navy Pier & Lake Michigan right off Lake Shore Drive and skyline on the opposite side. There isn't a bad view in the house! The W brand prides itself on speaking to your senses. You are greeted with the most pleasant smells as soon as you walk in the door! Your tastebuds will be delighted with all of the signature food and house maid beverage options. We got to enjoy their signature dish (house made meatballs and ricotta cheese) as well as their signature cocktail, a Raspberry Mule. We received a tour of the event spaces as well as the E-WOW suite, which is available for bridal parties. This space is perfect for getting ready photography. Who wouldn't want to take a spin in the fun chair?! Rooms like this are important! You want to ensure there is plenty of space for your bridal party and all your incoming vendors (Makeup & Hair Artists/ Photographers, Videographers, Event Planners, etc.). And let's not forget the panoramic view of the lake and Navy Pier!
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PRIME & PROVISION | Builders BLDG
222 N. LaSalle St. | Chicago, IL 60601
Contact:
Prime & Provisions: Rebecca Lachman
Builders BLDG: Michelle Zonis
1-312-726-7777
Prime & Provisions offers the perfect setting to host any special occasion! With two expansive private dining rooms and flexible semi private event space, including our Outdoor Terrace, they can accommodate groups from 10-200 guests! This exciting venue can accommodate small weddings and rehearsals quite easily. The outdoor private patio is quaint and complete with heaters for winter enjoyment. The modern bar area inside is a welcoming touch. Private event space is located upstairs and overlooks the bar area below. The two story wine cellar is stunning! The intimate event space has a panoramic view across the street from the Chicago River.
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The four story atrium of the Builders BLDG exudes elegance and is a stunning backdrop for any type of event. From the intricately detailed atrium ceiling, to the attention grabbing grand staircase. Our venue is an ideal fit for weddings of 100-200 guests for a cocktail reception and a seated dinner. The space can accommodate up to 500 guests for a reception style event. The covered outdoor terrace is a great addition for your cocktail reception, or a lounge space.
#6
City Hall
838 W. Kinzie, | Chicago, IL 60654
Contact: Toula Georgakopoulos
www.thecityhall.com
We've never been pivvy to an event space that is still in the process of being built! City Hall is divided into a 5, 000 sq ft event space, a 3,700 sq ft restaurant and a 7,000 sq ft outdoor patio. Inspired by design elements of a municipal building, the event space has a 37 ft stone bar, a marble staircase and 20 ft windows that overlook the city skyline. Formerly, a truck maintenance facility, the “no-columns” space boasts 40ft ceilings with intricate steel beams and intriguing skylights. It was inspiring to see this team's creative vision and we can't wait to make it back in May when the space in complete!
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UNTITLED SUPPER CLUB
111 W. Kinzie, Chicago, IL 60654
Contact: Stephanie Chamberlin
312-880-1503
www.untitledsupperclub.com
Inspired by prohibition era supper clubs, this venue has the largest selection of American whiskey in the world! It boasts this title as soon as you walk in the door with wall to wall back lit shelves that showcase their selection. The restaurant is located in the basement like a modern Chicago speakeasy. The decor is swanky and elegant. Multiple rooms, state of the art A/V, & outstanding food & beverages make Untitled the ideal venue for private parties, as well as corporate, social, networking, & fundraising events.
A first look is a small 20-30 minutes of time ahead of the ceremony where the bride and groom get to see each other for the first time that day. Emotions usually run very high, but are followed by a time to cope and process privately instead of in front of ceremony guests. Giving the couple the opportunity to share emotion like this also creates opportunity for more authentic images that overflow with expression. From there- it creates a natural transition to capture bridal party portraits ahead of time as well, leaving only family portraits to be taken immediately after the ceremony and allowing everyone to enjoy cocktail hour together. In these situations, cocktail hours are being used as a time for couples to receive their guests, avoiding mingling delays after dinner and before the reception kicks off.
For couples that would like to maintain a more traditional feel, but still enjoy a first look, we suggest saving your first kiss for the ceremony. Wedding planning takes compromise and we strive to find the best fit and schedule for all of our couples. We take the time to build trust with you by understanding your goals and expectations so that you feel comfortable trusting us to capture your day.
~Katie & Erin
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We first met in person at a Starbucks...ha!, That by itself is just too appropriate as we both have an affinity for our coffee. It’s an obsession really! Katie was in the throws of early mommyhood, with her 2 year old in tow and 3 months pregnant with her 2nd daughter. Erin needed a 2nd photographer for an upcoming wedding contract. We hit a sweet spot in the conversation and spent over an hour chatting it up about everything under the sun. It was like we were long lost friends who were picking up a conversation we started long before that moment! Needless to say the synergy was carried into the wedding later that month.
Somewhere around year four we were finishing each other’s sentences while instructing portraits and putting our clients into hysterics. We were
calling each other “work wives” and our clients were telling us we were “one brain” and “the dynamic duo.” We would question whether things had been covered adequately at an event and the other would smugly say, “took care of it…it’s done.” From a technical perspective, we both had a very similar photographic eye and shooting style, which made trusting each other to divide and conquer a wedding day easy.
For two type A business owners, we were both surprised how easily it was to give up that control and step outside our comfort zones. However, at the heart of it...it was freeing. We were finally able to give ourselves the permission to delegate and to trust someone else with the physical and mental load of a wedding day. Wedding days used to leave us with an emotional hangover the next day and when we started working together, that feeling was significantly reduced. Like we mentioned- we both have an affinity for coffee and we constantly coffee clutch over business talk during the week. You have no idea how satisfying it is to talk shop with someone who understands the passion and also the challenges.
We recognized that we had something that a lot of other people in the industry didn’t. We had longevity. We had rapport. We had drive to be better. To do better. To keep going and to deliver a great experience and product to our clients.
We’ve learned a TON more about each other while developing k&e.
We’ve taught each other to embrace different office workflows. We’ve learned to respect each other’s bedtimes and the right to coffee before work chatter! Ultimately we've learned how to trust deeper and love photography more. You don’t spend 6 years working and cultivating a synergy like this without being emotionally invested. The passion we have for our work shows in every interaction between us and our couples.
We are so proud of what we're building together. We’re looking forward to seeing through the amazing journey ahead and the many people that we’ll get to meet and continue working with along the way.
Cheers,
k&e
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It took Kait and Matt over a year and a half to find the perfect timing for a first date. Despite her friends trying their hardest to get them to see each other, it took the power of social media, a Super Bowl Party, and a mutual love for miniature animals to realize they had each found their person.
Kait recalls being swept off her feet from date #1. There was a Valentine’s Day steak dinner, a Slim Jim Bouquet and a dive bar dance party. Matt even managed to stomach particularly delicious broccoli to impress her. Little did she know, just that small act alone proved she was someone special.
In 2 years time, they found themselves adopting a corgi pup named Turbo, traveling near and far, and buying a home together.
One of their annual excursions was to Kaitlin’s favorite place, Cape Cod. A true highpoint for Kaitlin and her family. They have been spending summers on the cape since she was a kid. She loved it so much that she had always dreamed of being married there. Sharing these little aspirations with Matt just seemed fitting and when they started dating, they would start each trip by staying at her favorite resort, The Wequassett before meeting up at her family’s home. In 2017, Matt completely surprised her with a wedding proposal at Sunset on the grounds of the Wequassett overlooking the bay. They enjoyed champagne and dinner at Atlantic 28 with a sunset view. He even had pre-arranged to meet with a wedding coordinator at the Wequassett the following morning!
Matt and Kait’s careful planning of their 4 day wedding celebration was meticulously crafted with an out of this world vendor team.
They hired many of their vendor’s from the immediate coastal region, but brought in a few, like ourselves from sweet home Chicago. It was our infinite pleasure to have captured their incredibly special 4 day event. From rehearsal to golf and first kiss to first dance and everything in between. We were truly blessed to be in such a wonderful place with such beautiful memories for this couple. Our planning process with Kait and Matt was a year long, with many meetings, questionnaires, phone calls, and travel itineraries. It was the highlight of our fall season.
WeddingRehearsal: Wequessett Resort & Golf Club
Rehearsal Cocktail Hour/ Dinner: Eastward Ho Country Club
Groom Hosted Golf Outing: Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club
Welcome Dinner for all guests': Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club
Wedding Day: Bridal Prep/Groom Prep/Ceremony/Cocktail Hour/ Reception/After Party: Wequassett Resort & Golf Club
It is always a pleasure to work with former bride & grooms.
|Molly & Brad|
Father of the Bride has his own Sundae at an ice cream spot the Lavery family have been regulars at for many years. It was only fitting to surprise Kait's Dad with a customized ice cream sundae bar, featuring his signature sundae, "The Dusty."
Vendor Team:
Photographer's: Erin Stefanik & Katie Hall
Rehearsal/ Wedding Day: Preparation (Bride & Groom), Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, Reception - Wequassett Resort & Golf Club
Rehearsal Cocktail Hour & Dinner: Eastward Ho Country Club
Groomsmen Golf & Welcome Party: Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club
Transportation: Cape Destinations
Flowers: Fancy Flowers by Meredith
Paper Goods: BTR Marketing
Hair: Beki Farm: B. A Salon on Armitage
MakeUp: Alexandra Dale: Alexandra Makeup Artistry
Guitarist for Welcome Party/Ceremony/Cocktail Hour: Brian Kelly / [email protected]
Band: Decades By Dezyne
Artist: Laura Balboni Cracium/ Art by Laura Jean
Saberer: Kevin Howard
Wedding Shoes: JIMMY CHOO
Groom's Custom Sport Coat: Fine Spun Clothing
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