As early as I can remember, serving others in my family has always been a way of life.

My family and I volunteered in soup kitchens in downtown Chicago, hosted Thanksgiving dinners for hundreds of the less fortunate in Lake County, IL, and even opened our home to active military men and women from Great Lakes Naval Base that couldn't make it home for the holidays. Being a light for those that need it most brings me joy in a way I cannot explain. I hope to encourage the same compassion in Jack and Ellie and leading by example is the best way I know how.


Since joining our church and "the Chapel family," my husband and I have enjoyed new ways of giving back that allow us to utilize our creative passions. For me, it's photography. I have photographed some incredibly emotional events, both powerful and joyous for The Chapel and in doing so, have met some wonderful new friends along the way. This past summer, I was asked if I could photograph an intimate wedding at The Chapel for the sweetest couple Beverly and Paul.


Beverly and Paul, it was an absolute honor to serve you two as you shared your vows and officially became husband and wife!! I hope you are loving the newlywed life and soaking in every ounce of love for one another as you enter this new season. Congratulations!! Now, grab your favorite snuggly blanket and cozy up on the couch as you scroll through your sneak peek!!

 

Detail shot of delicate white lace wedding dress fabric in black and white.
Rose gold and silver wedding bands nestled on delicate tulle with blush roses.
Close-up of delicate lace details being fastened on back of wedding dress.
White wedding dress hangs beside chalkboard with Psalm 113:2 scripture quote.
Bride in lace wedding dress holding delicate bouquet of roses and succulents.
Wedding rings displayed on white tulle with soft peach roses in the background.
Person twirls in white lace tea-length wedding dress with sleeves and matching boots.
Close up of delicate lace wedding dress detail with engagement ring.
Vintage-style pearl clutch with gold clasp and beaded details.
Wedding ring set featuring a diamond-encrusted rose gold band and silver band with pink flower backdrop.
Woman in pink coat helps adjust white lace wedding dress in a hallway.
Groom in cream colored dress shirt and tie stands in front of library bookshelf on wedding day.
Close-up shot of groom adjusting cream colored tie while getting ready.
Black and white portrait of groom adjusting tie while laughing in library setting.
Light blue decorative cufflinks and tie clip set displayed on wooden surface.
Close-up of hands buttoning white dress shirt cuff.
Close-up of groom adjusting buttons on gray suit jacket.
Groom in gray suit jacket with boutonniere sits in library chair.
Groom in gray suit and cream tie sits in armchair with boutonniere.
Black and white portrait of groom in suit and boutonniere.
Candid walking shot of couple during wedding celebration.
Intimate wedding portrait against white brick wall with autumn bouquet.
Tender moment captured during wedding photoshoot with autumn bouquet.
Black and white wedding portrait against white brick wall.
Romantic wedding portrait featuring intimate moment and floral bouquet.
A couple walks along a path surrounded by autumn trees with orange and red foliage on a sunny afternoon.
A playful moment captured between a couple dancing on a tree-lined path with fall foliage.
A romantic embrace outdoors with a couple wearing formal attire and a boutonniere.
A tender moment between a couple in wedding attire against an autumn backdrop.
A couple shares a romantic moment on a path surrounded by autumn trees and falling leaves.
A joyful couple in wedding attire holding a bouquet of mauve and cream flowers.
Couple walking hand in hand on a path surrounded by autumn foliage.
An intimate moment between a couple against fall foliage background.
A couple stands together on a path holding autumn-colored bouquet with trees in background.
A couple in wedding attire smiling while holding bouquet with pink and blue floral accents.
A romantic kiss between a couple holding a bouquet of roses in an autumn garden setting.
Intimate black and white portrait of a couple sharing a tender moment with flowers at their wedding.
Close-up black and white shot of hands playing an acoustic guitar during a performance.
Romantic black and white photo of newlyweds sharing their first kiss in a lace dress and suit.
Black and white photo of a couple walking down an aisle in an auditorium with rows of chairs.
Close-up detail of wedding cake decorations featuring succulent flowers and green leaves.
Two-tiered white wedding cake decorated with a large white flower and succulents.
Couple sharing a joyful moment while signing documents at their wedding.
Elegant two-tiered naked wedding cake with white flower and greenery decorations.
Champagne being poured into a glass on lace tablecloth.
Couple shares intimate moment at reception table decorated with flowers and lace.
Two champagne flutes with heart designs next to pink roses on lace tablecloth.
Close-up black and white photo of a hand with wedding ring against formal attire.
Emotional embrace captured in black and white at indoor celebration.
Group enjoying meal and conversation at wedding reception table.
Black and white photo of playful dancing at indoor reception venue.
Two people share a joyful moment while dancing together at a social gathering with brick walls in the background.
Two individuals embrace in a heartfelt hug during an indoor celebration with tables in the background.
Person in cowboy hat decorates vintage car with ribbons in black and white photo.
Crowd of people wave goodbye outside a building with a car in the parking lot.

 

Thanks for reading!!


XOXO,

Cassie