nakai photography logo header
low res photo kenny nakai

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.

kenny nakai chicago photographer in tuxedo on dark backdrop

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

Vale of Enna – a great floral designer

Remember the days before twitter and facebook? Before cell phones and text messages? Before instant messenger? Remember the days of talking on a *gasp* land line phone? The days of call waiting and the amazing ‘three-way-conference’ call?

Well…back in those days…I remember talking to my friend Grace on a land line. She had dreams of owning her own flower shop like her aunt. She wanted to design beautiful pieces for others. Of course, in my practical ways I thought, “well that’s a nice dream…but I don’t know how ‘practical’ that really is.”

Fast forward to a few years ago. Vale of Enna was founded. In addition to being a wonderful mother of two, she has quickly become well known and respected for her talents and amazing arrangements. In fact, seeing Grace living her dream was one of the reasons I decided to pursue photography- to pursue my own dream of being an ‘artist.’

So anyways, a couple weeks ago, Grace asked if I could grab some shots of some of one of her latest designs. The wedding was held at the Chicago Cultural Center across the street from Millennium Park. I was happy to head out and grab these for her.

Also present was an old friend and wedding planner, Cindy Kang. So without further ado..pictures!











nakai photography logo in footer

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.

facebook icon logo
instagram icon logo