Kellie & Dave: Autumn Apple Orchard Engagement Shoot

Kellie and Dave were recently engaged in July at his family's cabin in Wisconsin after dating for 3 1/2 years.  Their photographer, Ashley, attended Augustana College with Dave and they knew she would be a perfect fit for their engagement shoot and wedding.  Since they are planning on a October 2011 wedding, they chose to do the shoot at Jonamac Apple Orchard in Malta, Illinois in order to stay consistent with their autumn theme.  The orchard provided a variety of backdrops including a pumpkin patch, cornfield, and, of course, an apple orchard.  Since it had rained the night before, the location was really muddy and by the end the couple was covered in it!  Can't wait to feature their wedding next fall and see what gorgeous, creative photos Ashley and the couple create!

Mat & Shari: Autumn Riverside Wedding

Neil & Natalie Part II: Simple Elegance and Hockey Sticks

Neil and Natalie's autumn wedding was simply classic.  A chic black and white color palette with a dramatic pop of red from the bouquets.  From the beginning she knew that she wanted her wedding to be unique, something that you don't see all the time. She chose to have her theme be "black and white, simple and elegant".  They also decided to incorporate Neil's love of hockey (Go Hawks!) into their photographs because he, along with three out of the four groomsmen, play hockey together on an area men's league team.  When it came to fashion, her girlfriends made her try on a bunch of gowns, but she instantly knew her gorgeous Maggie Sottero style was the one.  Her Bill Levkoff bridesmaid dresses were very flattering and elegant.  She figured, "if they're going to spend money on this dress, it should be cute and wearable for other events. I also chose not to shower my wedding with flowers. I know most girls want tons of flowers and color.  But I like to stand out and be different, and that's what I did by only having flowers for the bouquets and boutonnieres".  One of Natalie's favorite parts of her wedding was the photographer.  "I looked at different area photographer's work online.  When I came across Joshua's portfolio it made me cry! And I thought to myself, if his online work makes me cry then imagine what he can do for my wedding?!  I had to have him at any price.  Best decision I could have made- pictures last a life time, so never go cheap!"  Neil and Natalie were married on lovely but rainy Friday, September 25th, 2009 and currently reside in Chicago's western suburbs with their beloved dogs, Milo and Diesel. 

Vendor Info

Ceremony Location: The Gaslight Chapel in North Aurora, Illinois

Reception Location:  The Lincoln Inn in Batavia, Illinois

Wedding Gown:  Maggie Sottero style "Capri Royale", purchased at The Crystal Bride in Geneva, Illinois

Maids' Dresses: Bill Levkoff, purchased at The Crystal Bride in Geneva, Illinois

Bride's and Maids' Hair: Dana Holakovsky at Splendor Salon and Spa in Chicago, Illinois

Bride's Makeup:  Mystique Salon and Spa

Floral Designer: Lindsay Rice

Photographer: Joshua Albanese Photography, located in Chicago, Illinois

            

-Alessandra

Neil & Natalie Part I: Engagement Photos, Chicago-style

Neil and Natalie were married September 25, 2009 and currently reside in Chicago's western suburbs with their two dogs, Milo and Diesel.  Stay tuned for the second part of this post, featuring photos from their gorgeous wedding!

Bride and Groom: Neil and Natalie

Location: Lincoln Park, Chicago, Illinois

Engaged: January 2008

Date of photo shoot: August 2009

Photographer: Joshua Albanese Photography located in Chicago, Illinois

-Alessandra