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20 Stunning Chicago Riverwalk Proposal Photos

Chicago Riverwalk Proposal Photos

I still remember where I was standing when Michael called and we first started talking about his upcoming proposal. He shared ideas…I shared ideas…we landed on this location for their Chicago Riverwalk proposal photos! Though I helped plan it all…it was up to Michael to execute said plan.

He was smooth, a little nervous…and when it was all said and done…she was shocked! Be sure to scroll through this blog post to see all 20 of our favorites from their Chicago Riverwalk proposal photos!

***IF you are planning a Chicago proposal…contact us to help capture your special moment in a beautiful, creative, and timeless manner!***

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Love her smile as she soaks in the moment-

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The shock when she sees the gorgeous ring

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The elation and emotional release!

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And one of my favorite moments…the emotions and reality come together…and the tears start flowing-

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First kiss with a new rock on her hand-

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Love that they took a moment to sit down and soak it all in. I took advantage and ran up some steps to get a different vantage point.

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Cheering along with the folks watching from the bridge above-

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Loved this moment…how she put her finger on his chin-

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There was one more surprise up his sleeve- dinner with the family!

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One more photo for good measure-

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Congrats again you two! Thank you for having me there to capture this special day!

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12+ Stunning Chicago Honeycomb Engagement Photos + North Ave Pier

Chicago Honeycomb Engagement Photos + Skyline Pics at North Ave Pier

Brooke + Theo ended their engagement session in the most iconic way (HINT: they got in the water)…be sure to scroll to the bottom of this post to check it out! Up first is one their best shots with the Chicago skyline in the background!

If you were looking for an engagement, proposal, wedding, or family photographer, be sure to send us a message!

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We started their session in Lincoln Park – where you can see the skyline in the background!

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Took advantage of the beautiful afternoon for a few Chicago honeycomb engagement photos

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Got a little creative with their Chicago honeycomb engagement photos

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Took a little walk for their North Ave pier engagement photos-

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The view from North Ave beach is stunning! They had the most perfect dip to compliment the skyline!

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Now at this point, Brooke and Theo mention that they wanted to get into the water…and I THOUGHT that meant, walking along the beach! But…..it turns out…these two TRIATHLETES wanted to JUMP into the water!!!

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Proud to say we got this shot on the first try…they posed just perfectly while jumping off the North Ave Pier! Look at those perfectly pointed toes!

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And while I was super worried for them (I mean, look at those waves!)…but everything was perfect!

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Congrats Brooke + Theo for one of the most unforgettable engagement shoots ever! =)

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Can’t wait until your wedding next year! You both are an inspiration for me to keep running, biking, and maybe learn how to swim for distance!

with love,

your Chicago engagement photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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10+ Unreal Buckingham Fountain Engagement Photos

Unreal Buckingham Fountain Engagement Photos

Angela + John wanted photos with one of Chicago’s iconic landmarks: Buckingham Fountain! The photos are pretty unreal as we had a nice mix of clouds and sunshine for their session. We finished the afternoon with a skyline view at North Avenue Beach! Be sure to scroll all the way through to see all the photos!

If you were looking for a proposal, engagement, wedding or family photographer, be sure to contact us!

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Love all the layers in this photograph…from the dancing to the John Hancock peeking through in the top left corner.

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Always love the little fun and cute moments that happen during a session!

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Finished off their Buckingham Fountain engagement photos with some champagne!

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North Avenue Beach Engagement Photos

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Ok…one last photo from Buckingham Fountain…just because!

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Thanks for a wonderful session Angela + John! Can’t wait to photograph you both on your wedding!

with love,

your Chicago engagement photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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