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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

Andrea + George’s Wedding Photos!

The Chicago Drake Hotel Wedding Pictures 

The Drake Hotel in Chicago is such a historic building! The interior design is gorgeous and makes for the perfect backdrop for a wedding! Congratulations again to Andrea and George on their wedding!

Wedding Details:
Ceremony Venue: Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church
Wedding Reception Venue: The Drake Hotel Gold Coast Ballroom
Day of Coordinator: Alicia from Clementine Events
Photographer: Nakai Photography
Associate Photographer: Tom
Videographer: Fig Films
Flowers + Decor: Phillips Flowers
Makeup: Stella Mikhail
Hair: Vivian Arpino
Band: Chris Sarlas Orchestra
Cake: Cake Chicago

One of the most iconic photos I’ve ever taken with the Chicago Skyline! On the roof of the Drake Hotel!

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The Elegant Gold Coast Ballroom – it is simply breathtaking! A brief shout out to Antoinette from The Drake Hotel for making all of this happen!

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Love this picture of the bridal party on the staircase in The Drake Hotel lobby!

Chicago Drake Hotel Wedding Picture Staircase lobby

 

A picture of her Jimmy Choo wedding shoes!

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The Drake Hotel Wedding Reception Gold Coast Ballroom

A few pictures taken in The Drake Hotel lobby

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A picture of The Drake Hotel’s Champagne Parade-the-drake-wedding-reception-photographer-chicago-nakai-photography-047

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One last picture of their sweets table!

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Congrats again Andrea and George! Excited for you both in this new season of life!

with love,

your Chicago wedding photographer,

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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