Downtown Chicago Engagement Session

June 21, 2019 Steve Vansak

Engagement photo on the State Street bridge overlooking the Chicago River.

I had a lovely time with Molly and Ahsan in downtown Chicago for their engagement session. We met up in front of the iconic Chicago Theater and used the theater marquee for a background as well as nearby alleyways for an urban look.

Engagement pictures in downtown Chicago, Illinois.

A soon to be married couple underneath the marquee lights of the Chicago Theater.

A portrait in a colorful alley in downtown Chicago.

A couple poses in front of the Chicago Theater for their engagement photo session.

We had one more, must have stop for Ahsan and Molly and that was the home of the Chicago Bears - Soldier Field. The couple owned the stadium dressed in their Khalil Mack jerseys (well, except for when security kicked us out of a restricted area) for their engagement photos in front of the stadium.

An engagement photo in Khalil Mack jerseys in front of Soldier Field.

This is merely a sneak peek look at Ahsan and Molly’s engagement session in downtown Chicago. Be sure check out the social media channels below for more images from Region Weddings. To inquire about wedding photography or engagement photos please do fill out the Contact Form right here.

Summer Wedding At Westminster Presbyterian Church

June 18, 2019 Steve Vansak

Newlyweds out in the summer rain at Centennial Park in Munster, Indiana.

We knew we were in for rain during Becky and Chuck’s summer wedding at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Munster, Indiana. However, nothing was going to dampen the spirits of this couple and their friends and family. From the bridal prep all the way to the dance floor it was lots of smiles and laughter.

Bridal prep for a wedding at Westminster Church.

The church was decorated in wonderful rainbow colors and the remembrance chair for the bride’s father was quite touching. The flower girl seemed to have something on her mind as Becky’s mom walked her down the aisle of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Munster, Indiana.

Wedding ceremony at Westminster Church in Munster.

Second photographer Michelle covered the guy’s prep and captured ceremony images from the balcony. I stayed on ground level and raised my camera up to capture the wonderful cross towering over the altar as Becky and Chuck wed.

Exchanging vows at Westminster Presbyterian Church.

Summer wedding ceremony at Westminster Church.

After family photos, wedding party and the newlyweds inside the church, we went to Centennial Park for some romantic walks in the rain.

Bride and groom on the altar at Westminster Church in Munster, Indiana.

Bride and groom kiss under an umbrella at Centennial Park in Munster, Indiana.

A romantic walk in the rain for the newlyweds.

While we were dodging the rain outside, second photographer Michelle was capturing detail shots at Casa Maria Banquet Hall as well as cocktail hour. Soon it was time for the first dance and bouquet toss.

Dance floor fun at Casa Maria Banquet Hall in Dyer, Indiana.

This has merely been a sneak peek look at Becky and Chuck’s summer wedding at Westminster Presbyterian Banquet Hall. For more images from this wedding and other stay tuned here and the social channels below. Be sure to fill out the Contact Form right here to inquire about your big day.

Engagement Session At Gabis Arboretum Nature Preserve

June 13, 2019 Steve Vansak

Romantic kiss amid the rolling hills of Gabis Arboretum.

We weren’t sure if we were going to be able to sneak in Kaley and Adam’s engagement session with the threat of rain coming in. We surely did and had fun doing so. As we left the beautiful grounds of Gabis Arboretum, the rain came trickling down.

Gabis Arboretum always has some fantastic and unique flowers growing as well wooded nature paths that I could have these two take a simple stroll and just be themselves.

Engagement pictures among the beds of flowers at Gabis Arboretum.

Romantic and fun engagement pictures at Gabis Arboretum.

I love the small bridge that overlooks the lake and it was the perfect backdrop as Kaley pulled in Adam for a sweet kiss.

A romantic moment on a bridge surrounded by nature.

Adam promised not to drop Kaley for their dipping shot and he held true to his word.

A kiss and dip in front of the lake at Gabis Arboretum.

Fun moments during an engagement session in Valparaiso, Indiana.

A nature portrait for an engagement session.

These two had not seen each other all day so I asked them to have a seat and talk about their day for awhile.

And did I mention there’s lots of purple in bloom right now!

A loving gaze amid a bed of purple flowers.

This has been a sneak peek look at Kaley and Adam’s engagement session at Gabis Arboretum Nature Preserve. To see more images from this session as well as weddings, do visit the Region Weddings Instagram feed. To inquire about your big day, please do fill out the Contact Form right here.

Summer Wedding At Briar Ridge Golf Course

June 11, 2019 Steve Vansak

Bride and groom among the greenery of Briar Ridge Country Club.

Gabrielle and Matt had a wonderful summer wedding at Briar Ridge Country Club. The green hues of the expansive golf course were everywhere and made for some very romantic, nature filled photos.

Our day started in the brand new, modernized bridal suite with Hannah Nottingham providing make up and Texture Pointe Hair Salon also on hand. Kathy’s Florist designed some wonderful bouquets and flower arrangements as well. Second photographer Kerrie captured the arrival of the groom and his guys and soon it was time for our bride and groom reveal.

Detail shots at a summer wedding at Briar Ridge Country Club.

The bride and bridesmaids get ready inside the new bridal suite at Briar Ridge Country Club.

The groomsmen arrive at the Briar Ridge clubhouse.

Matt practically leaped with excitement as he turned around to see Gabrielle in her dress for the first time. He walked all around her until they embraced with a kiss.

Bride and groom reveal at Briar Ridge Country Club.

We strolled around the gold course grounds taking romantic wedding photos as these two embraced, hugged, kissed and embraced. I played paparazzi to their celebrity status for the day. We had fun in the near perfect summer weather.

Loving eyes of the bride and groom with purple flowers in the foreground.

Wedding photos on the golf course of Briar Ridge.

Wedding photos at Briar Ridge Country Club golf course.

As we made our way back toward the clubhouse we met up with the wedding party for group pictures and family photos. Then it was time for the late afternoon outdoor ceremony.

Bride and her bridesmaids on the golf course of Briar Ridge.

Groom and his groomsmen at Briar Ridge Country Club.

Wedding party group photo at a summer wedding at Briar Ridge golf course.

Gabby made an entrance to the ceremony with her father and son as the SRO crowd of guests looked on. The location was incredibly scenic and vows were lighthearted and heartfelt.

The bride makes her ceremony entrance alongside her father and son.

Outdoor wedding ceremony at Briar Ridge Country Club.

Wedding ceremony at Briar Ridge golf course.

The cocktail hour was outside and inside with lots of laughter and banter between guests and congratulations for the bride and groom. The cake was provided by Calumet Bakery and the room drapery and entertainment by Ever After Events.

Cocktail hour at Briar Ridge Country Club.

A rousing introduction for the bride and groom at their Briar Ridge wedding reception.

First dance inside the clubhouse at Briar Ridge golf course.

We had two of the most excited recipients of the bouquet and garter for sure! And the dance floor was so full that I had to stand on chairs for many of my photos to capture all of the fun.

The exuberant dance floor at Briar Ridge during a summer wedding reception.

I hope you have enjoyed this sneak peek look at Gabrielle and Matt’s summer wedding at Briar Ridge Golf Course. To inquire about wedding photography for your big day, please do fill out the Contact Form right here. Stay tuned to the social media channels listed below for my latest work.