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Hi, I'm Kenny Nakai.

 

As a Chicago wedding photographer, I’m lucky enough to document some of the city's most beautiful love stories.

 

I hope you find inspiration here and connect with the feelings I had when I created each photo.

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Hi, I'm Kenny Nakai.

 

As a Chicago wedding photographer, I’m lucky enough to document some of the city's most beautiful love stories.

 

Welcome to my Chicago wedding blog, where I share my latest work and the deeper stories behind the photos. I hope you find inspiration here and connect with the feelings I had when I created each one.

CHICAGO WEDDING BLOG

REAL STORIES.

REAL VENUES.

REAL MOMENTS.

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It's been quite the journey since I started this Chicago wedding blog in 2007. Photography is more than something to post on social media. It's a time capsule. Stopping. Freezing. Holding a moment forever.

 

There is no greater privilege than being trusted to preserve these moments for the people I love working with.

 

Wedding photography has brought me to the rooftop Cupola at The LondonHouse and on to the turf at Wrigley Field. Not just documenting people, but our ever-evolving city, one frame at a time. One love story at a time.

10+ Breathtaking Chicago Architecture Engagement Photos

Breathtaking Chicago Architecture Engagement Photos

Mauna and Sam wanted to incorporate our city’s fine architecture into their engagement photos – and I think we succeeded! Can’t wait until their wedding next year coordinated by Brianne from Michigan Avenue Events!

The weather was perfect and the setting sun provided the perfect touch of color to their photos!

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Nothing says classic Chicago architecture like the Wrigley Building on Michigan Avenue!

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If you were needing a proposal, engagement, or wedding photographer, be sure to send us a message!

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The skyline view from North Avenue Beach is epic! A perfect location when you are wanting Chicago architecture engagement photos!

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10+ Dreamy Chicago North Shore Engagement Photos

Chicago North Shore Engagement Photos

There are magical days when the weather is just perfect. We were all hoping for a little sunshine to help give their photos that extra special touch! We took a little walk through a forest preserve to capture Hannah + John’s Chicago North Shore engagement photos.

Looking forward to their wedding at the Loews Chicago next year – and if you were needing an engagement, proposal, wedding, or family photographer, be sure to send us a message!

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There were only two other people in the park while we were there – it definitely felt a little dreamy and magical-

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We headed down to the beach…the perfect ending to their Chicago north shore engagement photos-

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They were able to take a few family photos!

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Romantic Chicago Engagement Photos // Riverwalk

Romantic Chicago Engagement Photos

It’s always fun when an old friend gives you a call. As a wedding photographer it makes me smile when they share the good news…they are getting married! Youssef and I go waaaay back…and I was thrilled to hear about Lily and their upcoming wedding! They were going to be in Chicago and wanted to take engagement photos around the city! Be sure to scroll through this whole blog post to see photos along the Riverwalk, Michigan Avenue, and Buckingham Fountain!

If you or someone else you know is looking for a proposal, engagement or wedding photographer…be sure to reach out!

This first photo includes iconic architectures with some reflected light…which makes for a perfect backdrop for these romantic Chicago engagement photos

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When photographing your friends…it’s always great to them smiling in ways that you have never seen them smile before!

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Love the layers in this photo – their pose, the fountain and the Willis Tower!

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Congratulations Youssef and Lily! So happy for you both as you start this new season of life together! Great job during the engagement session…you have such romantic Chicago engagement photos!

with love,

your Chicago engagement photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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I'm Kenny Nakai, a Chicago wedding photographer creating beautiful, timeless imagery since 2007. For couples who value artistry, authenticity, and the moments that last forever.

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