EMIlee Meador

Alesha and Anthony’s wedding at Firehouse Chicago was the kind of day that quietly reminds you what weddings are truly about. Not perfection, not performance but presence, connection, and being fully there with the people you love most.

From the moment I met Tessa and Tanner, I had a feeling their wedding day was going to feel exactly like them, warm, genuine, and full of truly connected moments. And that’s exactly what their day at The Commodore in Hartland, Wisconsin felt like.

Some wedding days are full and loud and fast.
And some are quiet, slow, and incredibly intentional.

Zoe and Max’s day at The Lageret in Wisconsin was the latter and it was one of those days that reminds you how beautiful it can be when couples truly give themselves permission to be present and slow things down.

Cathy and John’s Chicago wedding was such a beautiful balance of intention and celebration. From the start, it was clear how much they valued time together not just in their portraits, but throughout the entire day. They were thoughtful about how everything was structured so they could be present, relaxed, and fully enjoy being surrounded by the people they love most.

Abbey and Jack’s wedding was such a reminder of how powerful it is to create an experience, not just an event. Stout’s Island Lodge in Wisconsin is truly a special place, and their day fit it so perfectly. I’m so grateful I got to be there and document it

Wedding portraits at Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum with Ben and Sarah felt timeless in the quietest, most meaningful way. Overlooking Lake Michigan, the stone terraces, gardens, and old-world architecture created a setting that felt both romantic and grounding, the kind of place that invites you to slow down and simply be together. Their portraits were shaped by gentle movement, soft light, and the beauty of a space that doesn’t ask for much beyond presence. Villa Terrace is one of those rare Milwaukee locations where wedding portraits feel elevated yet deeply personal.