Winter Intimate Langham Chicago Wedding Photos

01.13.22

Intimate Langham Chicago Wedding Photos

Congratulations again to Andrew + Kim! After he proposed, it was a pretty easy decision for these two to get married in Chicago…the city where they last spent time together before COVID shut the world down. It was also a pretty easy decision to have their wedding at The Langham Chicago, one of the top luxury hotels in the country! (don’t believe me, just read about it: US News & World Reports) Their lobby is extremely photogenic and we made sure to include their Christmas tree for these winter Langham Chicago wedding photos!

Shout out to Shaun and The Langham Chicago staff for their wonderful service throughout the day!

If you were interested in learning more about our wedding photography services, send us a message as we would love to hear from you!

winter langham chicago wedding photos

Love the peacefulness and symmetry of this Chicago winter wedding photo!

winter langham chicago wedding photography

Kimberly got ready in The Langham Chicago, with beautiful views of the Chicago River!

intimate langham chicago wedding photos

This moment wasn’t in the schedule…but it was priceless –

Love this portrait of the bride – simply stunning!

We made sure to get a few portraits of Andrew before the ceremony!

What a great portrait of Andrew!

Everything was set and just perfect for their intimate Langham Chicago wedding photos!

A ceremony room with a view down the Chicago River!

Just the perfect size room for their intimate Langham Chicago wedding photos

A cute moment during the ceremony

One of the best parts of having small intimate Langham Chicago wedding photos: Taking a group photo under their iconic marquee!

So romantic!

We took a stroll outside for a few winter Chicago wedding photos! I apppreciate Andrew’s attention to detail…and I’m sure he will appreciate the perfectly centered, symmetrical composition in this photo below! Strong lines throughout the image…leading lines to the bride and groom…and yet the curvature of their dancing provides the perfect balance!

Love these photos along the Chicago River!

A small intimate wedding reception awaited them at Travelle

Their unique take on a wedding cake!

The most important people in their lives…all at one table.

Congratulations again Kimberly + Andrew! So happy for you both to be married and starting this new chapter in your lives together!

with love,

your Chicago wedding photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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Chicago Southeast Asian Proposal Photos

12.11.21

Chicago Southeast Asian Proposal Photos

It was the most perfect December day for F&N’s LondonHouse rooftop proposal! All the more special…these two had their first date on this very rooftop! Be sure to scroll down to see all their amazing Chicago Southeast Asian proposal photo!

If you know anyone in need of a proposal or engagement photographer, be sure to contact us!

They were all smiles on the rooftop overlooking the Chicago River!

For those that don’t know, the LondonHouse Cupola has one of the most amazing views of Chicago!

The exact spot where they had their first date…who would have known that a short time later they would be engaged!!!

Surrounded by their loved ones on their special day!

We took a few photos around the city to help commemorate their proposal day!

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Chicago Winter Engagement Photographer w/Emily + Daniel!

12.08.21

Chicago Winter Engagement Photographer w/Emily + Daniel

There was a beautiful sunset for Emily + Daniel as we took photos at Lincoln Park! We got lucky with a little bit of warmth for their session. Looking forward to their wedding next year as Jan from Parties, Events and More is planning and coordinating!

Be sure to scroll through all 20+ images as we took some amazing photos with the Lincoln Park Zoo Lights and the Riverwalk at night! These first three are some of our favorites! If you were looking for an engagement or proposal photographer send us a message!

Love how all the colors illuminate them and the casual moment on a park bench!

One of my favorite night time spots in the whole city. One benefit to being a Chicago winter engagement photographer: nobody is in the background of these photos!

We started their session on the rooftop of their apartment! They have a pretty amazing view of the Chicago skyline!

The perfect kiss of sunlight on the skyline and on Emily + Daniel!

Love their expressions!

Sometimes you get lucky with the most perfect time of day in Lincoln Park.

As a Chicago winter engagement photographer, photographing the Lincoln Park Zoo Lights is so much fun!

They love each other bear-y much! =) I couldn’t help it

Actually – this one might be one of my favorites! So casual – and so Chicago!

Thanks Emily + Daniel for a wonderful session together! Can’t wait to shoot your wedding next year!

with love,

Kenny Nakai

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Gorgeous Radisson Blu Aqua Wedding Pictures // Jamie + Austin

11.24.21

Radisson Blu Aqua Wedding Pictures

Welcome to Jamie + Austin’s Radisson Blu Aqua wedding pictures! There are so many gorgeous photos and special moments, it was hard to pick which 60 pictures to share here! Be sure to scroll all the way down!

Kudos to Kendall from Shannon Gail, Kehoe Designs, Becca Kaufman Orchestra, and the team from the Radisson Blu for making their dream wedding come true!

Wedding Details:
Ceremony + Reception Venue: Chicago Radisson Blu Aqua
Planner + Cooridnator: Kendall from Shannon Gail Weddings and Events
Photographers: Nakai Photography
Florals + Decor: Kehoe Designs
Band: Becca Kaufman Orchestra

These first three pictures are some of our favorites!

A photo outsides at night is a must to complete your Radisson Blu Aqua wedding pictures!

Always love a Vanity Fair inspired wedding party photo!

Getting Ready Radisson Blu Aqua Wedding Pictures

A moment with Mom that Jamie will never forget-

Looks like a wedding advertisement!

All the ladies were thrilled to see Jamie in her wedding dress!

A moment that Dad will treasure forever

We love the black on black look of Austin’s tuxedo!

The Radisson Blu Aqua has so many photogenic spots throughout their hotel!

Radisson Blu Aqua Wedding Ceremony Pictures

Radisson Blu Aqua Wedding Reception Pictures

When your Maid of Honor sings during her toast! Knocked it out of the park!

One last picture to end the night!

Congrats again Jamie and Austin! As amazing as these pictures were…there are so many more in the full set! Thanks for having us as your Chicago wedding photographers!

with love,

Kenny Nakai

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Fun Chicago Engagement Photos // Amanda + Zack

11.09.21

Fun Chicago Engagement Photos in Lincoln Park + North Ave Beach

So excited to share these fun Chicago engagement photos! This one of the last photos from the session, but I love the moment…and the mixture of urban and nature! If you were looking for a proposal or engagement photographer…send us a message!

We started in Lincoln Park…with a little bit of fall colors in the background!

We took plenty of “looking at the camera” photos…but I really enjoyed all the fun moments!

I don’t think Zack was expecting this…but he was a good sport! Nothing says “fun Chicago engagement photos” like spontaneous moments!

Decided to go a little Ansel Adams with a black and white nature picture

Photographer’s insight: Amanda and Zack are in the perfect spot where the buildings don’t block them! Also wanted to include the Navy Pier Ferris wheel!