VICTORIA G
 PHOTOGRAPHY

I had photographed a wedding at Hale Farm once before, so getting the chance to come back again was incredible. There’s something so fun about returning to a venue already knowing some of its best little corners while still getting to see it completely differently through another couple’s wedding day.

There’s something about a summer wedding in the Illinois countryside that just feels like a movie—and Mark and Emma’s summer wedding at Northfork Farm in Oswego, Illinois absolutely delivered. Think dreamy countryside views, horses, breathtaking portraits underneath the willow tree, and a celebration that ended with the newlyweds quite literally jumping into a pool.

a Cleveland wedding photographer (and historian!), I’m always keeping a running list of Northeast Ohio wedding venues I’m dreaming of getting behind my camera at. These are the places that immediately make me start imagining the photographs I could create there—from timeless portraits and candid moments to a little editorial flash magic.

One of the biggest misconceptions about wedding photography is that it begins on your wedding day. In reality, your wedding photographs are shaped by months of thoughtful planning, intentional conversations, and meaningful moments long before you ever walk down the aisle.

One of my favorite parts of portrait time is slowing everything down. Wedding days can fly by, and these moments give couples a chance to step away from the excitement, soak it all in, and simply enjoy being newly married together.

Before you dive headfirst into planning spreadsheets and Pinterest boards, take a moment to simply enjoy being engaged. This season is short, sweet, and incredibly meaningful. That said, once the excitement settles, most couples find themselves asking the same question:“Okay… now what?”

2025 Year in Review — Weddings I Had the Honor to Capture This year was an incredible year filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments. As I look back through the weddings I had the privilege of photographing, I’m filled with gratitude for every couple who trusted me to tell their story.