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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.

A CHICAGO WEDDING BLOG - NAKAI Photography

First Chicago Engagement Photos of the Season!

Chicago Engagement Pictures

Spring is finally here in Chicago! They lucked out with one of the warmest days of the year for their engagement session! I’m looking forward to teaming up with A Perfect Event for their wedding later this month!

We started their engagement session down by Lake Michigan to get a couple pictures with the Chicago skyline in the background!

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The John Hancock + the Drake Hotel in the background of this photo

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A cute kissing photo in front of Lake Michigan!

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One last Chicago skyline photo on Lake Michigan!

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It was great to have an engagement session in preparation for their wedding day- most of my clients are nervous in front of the camera lens…and an engagement session is a great way to help ease the nerves before the wedding!

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The spring sun peaking through the Chicago trees!

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We headed downtown to incorporate the Chicago Theater into a couple pictures! I love how the color of her jacket helps draw your attention to them!

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They wanted a few photos in front of the bridges over the Chicago River!

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I really enjoyed learning how much they mean to each other – I am truly humbled and thankful to photograph these two and their love for one another!

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W & J: Thanks for braving the weather for your engagement photos! We got some great pictures in front of the Chicago skyline, bridges & Lake Michigan! I hope these photographs only get you more excited for your wedding!!!

with love,

Kenny

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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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