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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

Blackstone Wedding Teaser Photos // Catrina + Tom

Chicago Wedding Photos // Blackstone Hotel // Buckingham Fountain

It’s 1am and Catrina and Tom are probably not even back in their rooms yet after partying all night at their reception at the Blackstone Hotel! There are so many amazing moments from their wedding day, I just wanted to share these teaser photos to keep the excitement going!

Wedding Details:
Getting Ready + Reception Venue: Chicago Blackstone Hotel
Ceremony: Anunnciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Chicago
Planner + Designer: Manikas Designs
Photographers: Nakai Photography
Gown: Dimitras Bridal Couture

First up…a photo where Tom proposed! In front of the iconic Buckingham Fountain!

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The Blackstone Hotel is a classic and beautiful kept hotel in Chicago. The interior decor is unreal! Not to mention that it has historical family significance! Love their timeless look paired with a classic interior space like the Blackstone!

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Manikas Designs knocked it out of the park with the decor. Love everything about this room and the decor to compliment it! As a wedding photographer, its our job to make sure the decor looks as phenomenal in a photo as it does in real life (if not better)! As much as I love this picture, it was pretty surreal to actually be in this room!

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One last photo on the front steps of the Blackstone Hotel!

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Congrats again Catrina + Tom! It was an amazing day all around! Thanks for having us there to celebrate with you all! There are soooo many more phenomenal photos…enjoy these for now!

with love,

your Chicago wedding 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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