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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

A Small Intimate Wedding in Chicago – Angel + David!

Chicago Wedding Photos in Millennium Park with the Cloud Gate (aka: The Bean)

Angel + David are in route to Asia to celebrate their marriage with friends and family! They held a small intimate wedding in Chicago…the city where they met! The wanted to showcase Millennium Park’s Cloud Gate (aka: The Bean) in their wedding photos!

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Cloud Gate is a large mirrored structure located in the heart of Chicago

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The Bean was unveiled in 2004 and has since become one of the top attractions in Chicago!
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millennium-park-wedding-photos-nakai-photography-001millennium-park-wedding-photos-nakai-photography-007We also wanted to take a photo with the Tribune Tower in the background! It’s where the bride and groom first met!

wedding-photographer-chicago-nakai-photography-008Love this photo – Marina City is another iconic piece of Chicago architecture and I made sure to incorporate it into their photo! wedding-photographer-chicago-nakai-photography-009As a creative wedding photographer, I am always looking for those unique wedding photos! Here we found a ray of light to highlight the bride and groom with the Marina City Towers in the background!wedding-photographer-chicago-nakai-photography-010Angel-David-Wedding-nakai-photography-087Wedding Ceremony + Reception Photos at Spiaggia

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Spiaggia is a great venue for wedding receptions. Love the white chiavari chairs!wedding-photos-spiaggia-chicago-nakai-photography-012wedding-photos-spiaggia-chicago-nakai-photography-013wedding-photos-spiaggia-chicago-nakai-photography-014wedding-photos-spiaggia-chicago-nakai-photography-015wedding-photos-spiaggia-chicago-nakai-photography-016wedding-photos-spiaggia-chicago-nakai-photography-018wedding-photos-spiaggia-chicago-nakai-photography-017
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Congrats to Angel + David! Thank you for having me as your wedding photographer! I hope these photos help share your day with your friends + family in Asia!

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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