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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

Riverwalk + Lincoln Park Engagement // Raquel + Robert!

Chicago Engagement Photos // Riverwalk + Lincoln Park

Raquel + Robert had their engagement session photos taken at the Chicago Riverwalk and the South Pond in Lincoln Park! These two were a little worried/nervous about their engagement pictures (as most couples are!) but after just a few photos, they were able to see how natural and amazing they look! Getting comfortable with a photographer is a huge benefit of shooting engagement photos with your wedding photographer!

I’m a photographer that loves sun flare, so when I see it, I have to shoot it!

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A classic photo along the Riverwalk with the Wrigley Building in the background-

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Love the contrasting colors of the river and her dress!

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This was one of the first photos we took of their engagement session. As an engagement photographer…it’s always a great feeling when the couples loves the first few photos you take! =)

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We finished their session at Lincoln Park with a view of the Chicago skyline and some fall colors!

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Photographer’s tip: Find unique views of iconic structures! Here the John Hancock screams “Chicago” but this is not a common angle of it!

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Thank you for such a great session you two! I can’t wait till your wedding next year!

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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