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Whistler’s Knoll Vineyard Wedding Rachael Schirano Photography

India and Daniels’ romantic vineyard wedding was such an amazing experience. These two have a love that looks effortless. The way they connect was beautiful to capture. It was a true pleasure to be the wedding photographer for their romantic church ceremony at St. Mary’s Church and rustic vineyard reception at Whistler’s Knoll Vinyard in […]

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Downtown Chicago Wedding Rachael Schirano Photography

Introducing the Van Curas! Emily and Jen’s downtown Chicago courthouse wedding was wonderful to photograph. The entire day was filled with laughter, love and smiles. I loved photographing them as they said their “I Do’s,” It was such a great day adventuring all around downtown Chicago taking wedding pictures! Emily and Jen’s Love Story Emily […]

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The Armour House Wedding Rachael Schirano Photography

One of the best things about being a wedding photographer is being able to capture love stories. And that’s exactly what I got to do in September when I was asked to photograph Katie and Jiena’s elegant art deco 1920’s wedding at the Armour House at Lake Forest Academy. Katie and Jiena are just wonderful, […]

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Fountain Square Engagement Rachael Schirano Photography

In September, I had a chance to catch up with Meredith and Carly to photograph their Fountain Square engagement session in downtown Indianapolis. I had so much fun getting to know these two amazing women as we made our way around the city, using some of its most iconic spots as backdrops for their photographs. […]

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Bloomington IL wedding photographer, Central Illinois wedding photographer, Peoria IL wedding photographer, Champaign IL wedding photographer, pink and grey wedding colors, St. Joseph Church Illinois Wedding ceremony

What do you do when you find your soulmate? Throw a romantic wedding and get married, of course! There is nothing more exciting to a wedding photographer than witnessing the joining of two individuals who are very much in love, and Amanda and Pete’s romantic and elegant June wedding at the Embassy hotel in Pekin, […]

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Bloomington IL editorial photographer, Central Illinois editorial photographer, Peoria IL editorial photographer, Champaign IL editorial photographer, Bluestern Hall wedding vendors

One of the most significant choices a bride and groom has to make about their wedding is the venue. As the setting for the ceremony and entertainment, the wedding venue is key to creating a romantic atmosphere and highlighting the couple’s personality. Each venue also has its own preferred vendors – think catering, flowers, photography, […]

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Bloomington IL wedding photographer, Central Illinois wedding photographer, Peoria IL wedding photographer, Champaign IL wedding photographer, champagne and black wedding colors, romantic vintage inspired wedding, church wedding ceremony

Everyone knows that Disney World is the happiest and most magical place on earth, but not everyone gets to claim this enchanted park as their own special place. Ellen and Mike do, though, and how wonderful it is for them! Even their vintage and romantic wedding included elements to show to their love of this […]

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Bloomington IL editorial photographer, Central Illinois editorial photographer, Peoria IL editorial photographer, Champaign IL editorial photographer, Fancy Florals by Nancy, florist photographer, wedding bouquets, wedding bouquet inspiration

“Love is the flower you’ve got to let grow.” – John Lennon Flowers are so key to a wedding. They make up the bouquets, boutonnieres, decorations, centerpieces, and the entire aesthetic. They add color, fragrance, texture, style, personality, and beauty to the ceremony and reception. Sometimes, though, finding the right florist can feel overwhelming and […]

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