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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

Theresa + Anthony’s Waldorf Chicago Wedding Teaser Photos!

Waldorf Astoria Chicago Wedding Photographer Teaser NYE Photos

Happy New Year everyone! We rang in the New Year with Theresa + Anthony at the Waldorf Astoria Chicago! This is my fourth consecutive NYE wedding shooting at a 5-Star luxury hotel and the Waldorf Astoria was second to none! As a wedding photographer, I love the energy and the countdown to midnight on NYE!

Shout out to Alicia from Clementine Custom Events for pulling together a great team of wedding vendors! Vale of Enna provided the florals + decor, Okyne Media Labs keeping the dance floor full and we captured it all!

This wedding blog post is just a teaser – only three photos! More to come, be sure to check back here in the coming weeks! First up, a picture incorporating the luxurious Waldorf Chicago interior design! I’m a wedding photographer that has a thing for staircases! So romantic! Theresa looked amazing in her Inbal Dror wedding gown!

UPDATE: to see the full set of their wedding photos: Check out Theresa + Anthony’s Waldorf Astoria New Years Eve Wedding Photos!

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The Waldorf Astoria Chicago Ballroom decorated by Vale of Enna – So amazing! Love this photo by my associate photographer Tom!
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This wedding teaser blog post would not be complete without a NYE countdown photo!
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Congrats again Theresa + Anthony! It was the most perfect day for you both! Thank you for having us as your wedding photographers, we truly enjoyed spending NYE with you and your friends + family!

UPDATE: to see the full set of their wedding photos: Check out Theresa + Anthony’s Waldorf Astoria New Years Eve Wedding Photos!

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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