Meet Lori & Fred! I had the pleasure of getting to know these two a little bit more before their big day when we did engagement photos in the city (you can see that here). They are two of the sweetest people ever. And with Lori being a teacher she was extra patient when I say ” just one more photo”, but really I meant 20 more haha!

When the wedding day rolled around I was super excited to spend the day with them! I met the girls at Lori’s Mom’s house where they were getting ready while my second shooter went to hang with the guys.

They married at St. Alexander’s Church in Villa Park surrounded by friends and family. For the end of June it was HOT HOT HOT outside. I give major credit to the wedding party for braving it as I think it was in the 90’s! After some photos at Liliacia Park we all headed for the comfort of AC at their reception venue, Venuti’s to dance the night away!

Congratulations to the newlyweds again and thank you for letting me capture your day!

Ceremony Venue: St. Alexander Parish

Reception Venue: Venuti’s

Florist: Allium Floral Designs

Videographer: Drew Stephenson

Hair : Hair to Stay

Makeup: Total Image Hair & Makeup

Bridal Gown: David’s Bridal

Invitations: Charman Invitations

Cake: The Baking Institute

Photo Booth: Magic Moment

A little Rudy moment!

Best wedding entrance of the year!

Lori’s father passed away a few years back so for her father/daughter dance they played a photo slideshow and Mom and sisters joined her on the dance floor. I cried like a baby. As did everyone else. This is one of my favorite photos of the year.