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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

Truffleberry Market Pop Up Restaurant at Nakai Photography Studio!

Chicago Pop Up Restaurant in a Warehouse Loft

Truffleberry Market hosted a pop up restaurant at the Nakai Photography Loft this past month! Diners were treated to a six course meal – photos below!

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They rented out our loft to create an intimate dining experience!

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Wine glasses ready to pair with each course!

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Menu for the night-

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First course-

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The vinaigrette was enclosed in a membrane above the parmesan crusted shell

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I don’t know how…but somehow they put smoke underneath that jar!

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The best part of this smores dessert: the edible chocolate spoon!

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Some behind the scenes of the Truffleberry Market chefs at work-

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Great job Truffleberry Market on your pop up restaurant! It was great to see the Nakai Photography Studio transformed!

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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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