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August Armour House Lake Forest Wedding:: McKenzie and Steven are married

Brianne — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:35:51 +0000

McKenzie and Steven had an amazing wedding at the Armour House in Lake Forest. Their outdoor wedding was stunning and picturesque.

On another note, does everyone like my new logo? Check out my new site to go with it at www.briannebradburyphotography.com. I’ve also decided to add the entire days wedding events to the blog since it isn’t just pretty pics of the bride and groom for hours!

We went inside to get away from the mosquitoes, but I think I love the images even more!

Can you believe that those centerpieces are make from silk flowers? They were stunning and made by McKenzie.

Steven sang a song for McKenzie and it was so sweet instead of a first dance. He also totally rocked the hat!

Can you guess Steven’s favorite dance pose?

Now that is rocking out to the music!

Catering: Grace Everett, Catering Manager

Florist for the bouquets and live flowers: Flowerama in Mundelein IL.

Duke University Chapel and Gardens Wedding:: Brianne Bradbury Photography

Brianne — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:33:45 +0000

Steve and Sherry are married! I was loving the Duke University Chapel in North Carolina. It was a beautiful locations for a ceremony and the Duke University Gardens made for a great reception.

Sherry was part of running of the brides in Boston and this dress is from there!

This was the only time I’ve seen a first kiss dip!

Thumbs up to the wedding!

Carmine’s First Year with Brianne Bradbury Photography

Brianne — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:06:16 +0000

I love Carmine’s pouty little lips! I’ve already shot his first and second session and I’m looking forward to watching Carmine grow this year. Cross, big brother, did steal the show by being so cute for a couple of the images!

Family Portraits at Cantigny by Brianne Bradbury Photography

Brianne — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:05:06 +0000

I had a great time at Cantigny with Barbie and her family. Cantigny is a great location and has a military museum among the gardens. I’m hoping to get the chance to go into the museum sometime, but the gardens are so gorgeous I haven’t had the time!

2012 Bride’s Choice Award!

Brianne — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:34:08 +0000

I’m excited to have received the Bride’s Choice Award again! Thanks to everyone who reviewed me on WeddingWire. I have some amazing Bride and Grooms and I am so thankful!

Harold Washington Library Wedding :: Trena and Clayton

Brianne — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:04:39 +0000

Congratulations Trena and Clayton! You could feel the happiness throughout the entire day and it was awesome to be a part of it. They had their wedding and reception at Harold Washington Library. With the little bit of time after the ceremony, we were able to go around to some of their favorite spots in Chicago! Clayton proposed at Buckingham Fountain which made it all the more special!

Bride and Groom: Trena Anderson and Clayton Harris

Videogrpaher – Mike Fountain
Wedding Coordinator – Trina Simms
Library Event Planner – Kim Reynolds
Florist – Melisa Jimenez, Sweetpetal
DJ – DJ Kel-WIN, Inc. – booking@djkelwin.com
Catering – Sue Waarich, Food Evolution

Heather and Stephan are married:: Biaggi’s Reception Algonquin:: Brianne Bradbury Photography

Brianne — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:15:35 +0000

Heather and Stephan are now married!

Heather is part of the United States Army and kicking butt, so what better way to show her pride than an army garter. Thank you for your service!

We had a little bit of time to play at the Embassy Suites Schaumburg before heading to St. James.

Their son, Donovan, rocked it out in a little white suit like his daddy!

St. James Episcopal Church is an adorable chapel in West Dundee. It’s pretty small, but so charming!

Heather and I investigated areas to do some pictures of her and Stephan and found these two beautiful trees along Randall Rd.

Biaggi’s was a great intimate locations for their small reception. You could feel the happiness and Heather is hugging her new sister in law.

Their daughter, Willow, was crawling around in her cute white dress.

Donovan wanted some of the wedding cake too

I loved their personalized Jones bottles with a couple of images from their engagement session.

Stephan got a little emotional dancing with his mom.

This is my find the rings shot! haha.

My favorite image of the entire wedding was taken of these awesome barrels along Randall Road. Love Heather’s attitude!

Ori is two!!! Little Bean Cafe birthday party!

Brianne — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 16:25:44 +0000

Ori is 2 and had an adorable party at Little Beans Cafe in Chicago! I loved that it was a halloween party and there were so many fun costumes. Ori’s elephant costume was awesome! Here’s a couple of images from the party

Ori was ready to go and didn’t want to be bothered by posed pictures, but I’m glad we got him for this one with Mommy and Daddy!

He loved those trucks enough to go through the tunnel with them!

Even the parents go into the playing, but a coffee was necessary too

The grocery store was quite busy on this Sunday! Ori will ring up your order though.

The bbq team came too!

Ori loved reading with his grandma.

This reminds me of Toy Story 3!

Ori had an awesome birthday cake to blow out.

He needed a little help from mommy and daddy!

He enjoyed a little fondant from his cake!

Niki and Bryan:: Engagement Session Lincoln Park:: Brianne Bradbury Photography

Brianne — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 19:08:38 +0000

Kristin’s head shots!

Brianne — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 08:31:25 +0000

I had a great time shooting Kristin’s head shots at Busse woods. We survived the wind and came up with some beautiful pictures of her. Kristin is an amazing chiropractor and acupuncturist in the western suburbs! Check her out at http://www.thewellnesschiro.com/!