Here are couple images from their engagement shoot we shot last summer. This first image won an “Accolade of Excellence” at the International WPPI 16×20 print competition in Las Vegas last year. You can see the rest of the images from their engagement session here.

Jeremy mentioned that this image was the wallpaper for his computer- =)

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As you will see from their day, Jo has an eye for details. Even with this first shot…check out the doorknobs in her bedroom closet! Doorknobs from Anthropologie (of course!)

When I saw these Chinese paintings, I had a creative idea for her wedding dress photo!

I love the colors in her shoe shot-

Floral design and execution was done by uber talented Grace from Vale of Enna. She really out did herself on this wedding…the bouquets and centerpieces were top notch! A unique bouquet for sure!

Mother placing the veil. I love these moments-

It was a bit warm in the room, so Jo was trying to stay cool in the hallway-

The moment of anticipation!

The ceremony was held at the Naperville Congregational Church

Look at his smile! I think he’s a little happy…just a little. =)

After arriving at the Hyatt Lodge, we headed out for our creative portrait session. I love the light and shadows in this image-

The sun would play hide and seek behind the clouds, and we took advantage of the rays when we could-

I ran across the pond to grab this shot on a bridge connecting the Hyatt Lodge to a business building.

Tried something new – though it felt a bit awkward posing for this shot, I think it came out great!

I love this portrait of the two of them.

Inside the Hyatt Lodge…

I walked around the Hyatt Lodge grounds and couldn’t resist, I pulled them out for a couple pictures during the reception-

Thanks you guys for an awesome day! Even for standing in goose poop! =) I look forward to seeing what He has in store for you both!

with love,

Kenny Nakai

Well…back in those days…I remember talking to my friend Grace on a land line. She had dreams of owning her own flower shop like her aunt. She wanted to design beautiful pieces for others. Of course, in my practical ways I thought, “well that’s a nice dream…but I don’t know how ‘practical’ that really is.”

Fast forward to a few years ago. Vale of Enna was founded. In addition to being a wonderful mother of two, she has quickly become well known and respected for her talents and amazing arrangements. In fact, seeing Grace living her dream was one of the reasons I decided to pursue photography- to pursue my own dream of being an ‘artist.’

So anyways, a couple weeks ago, Grace asked if I could grab some shots of some of one of her latest designs. The wedding was held at the Chicago Cultural Center across the street from Millennium Park. I was happy to head out and grab these for her.

Also present was an old friend and wedding planner, Cindy Kang. So without further ado..pictures!