Victoria Sprung Photography

Meghan and Tim at Maggiano’s Naperville, Illinois

admin — Wed, 16 May 2012 03:39:13 +0000

I’m excited to show you the photos from Meghan and Tim’s big day! After a beautiful Ceremony at St. Patrick’s Church in St Charles, we headed to 2 of the most beautiful photo locations in the area. First was Pottawattamie Park, and then on to Fabyan Japanese Gardens in Geneva. After we had fun running around the grounds taking photos, we headed to the Couple’s reception at Maggiano’s in Naperville. Sean from something2dance2 DJs kept the dance floor lively, and the garter toss was done with a football! The candy buffet was lovingly done by the Groom’s Mother, and was a big hit. Here are some of my favorite photos from the day!

Feature on Style Me Pretty

admin — Wed, 09 May 2012 20:00:33 +0000

It’s so wonderful to be featured on Style Me Pretty again! A well deserving couple, and lots of great fellow vendors! http://www.stylemepretty.com/illinois-weddings/2012/05/09/chicago-wedding-at-architectural-artifacts-by-fragrant-design/

MY Wedding!

admin — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:43:12 +0000

As some of you know, I am getting married! I will be back to work in Mid-may, bringing you lots and lots of new work and blog posts. See you then!

-Victoria

Kaitlin and Frank at Architectural Artifacts in Chicago

admin — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:42:00 +0000

Having your Wedding day on St. Patrick’s Day can be a lot of fun. The river is dyed green, and it make sense to use lots of green in your decor….and your shoes!

Kaitlin and Frank braved the crowds with my 2nd Shooter Nicoletta and I to get some great photos downtown, before heading a bit further North to Architectural Artifacts for the Ceremony and Reception.

There were Celtic touches, which were done beautifully. Kaitlin’s Grandfather Albert officiated the Ceremony, which was lighthearted and thoughtful.

The Wedding party did a shot of Malort, which I was asked to photograph. I think you’ll be able to see why If you don’t know what Malort is: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mal%C3%B6rt

I’m very excited to post the photos from that beautiful day!

Credits:

Florist: Fragrant Designs
Day of Coordinators: SweetChic
Caterer: Food for Thought
Band: Jeff Stitely Band
Venue: Architectural Artifacts
Hair and Makeup: Magen from The Circle Salon
Pie: Rose’s Wheatfree Bakery (Evanston) & Food for Thought

Sheila and David at Carnivale in Chicago

admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 05:41:17 +0000

I am very excited to post my first Wedding of the year!

Sheila and David had their Ceremony and Reception at the super cool, ultra colorful Carnivale in Chicago. Their Wedding party followed suit, and dressed in various jewel tone and bright colors. After taking some photos during Sheila’s preparations, we had a “First Look” for Sheila and David. I’m not exaggerating when I say that it was one of the most beautiful, emotional First Looks I have had the pleasure of photographing.

We took some photos at their hotel, The Crowne Plaza, and then headed straight to Carnivale for more creative photos of the two of them, and lots of family photos. Throughout the day, it was so easy to see how important family is to them. Their ketubah signing was also very emotional, and then followed a lovely inter-faith Jewish/Catholic Ceremony to honor both sides of their families. The party started soon after, and I got to captured one of my favorite things; The Hora!

Here is a slideshow of the highlights of the day, with music! Click on the screenshot:

You’ll be seeing Sheila’s sister Nicole on the blog after September, as I’m shooting her Wedding too!

Special thanks to my 2nd Shooter Nicoletta! I will be posting some of her photos in the upcoming ‘Associates’ section of my site.

Hotel: Crowne Plaza Chicago
Venue: Carnivale
Videographer: Mike Hendzel, Hendzel Productions

Latest Engagement Shoot Favorites

admin — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:42:50 +0000

As Spring and Summer get closer, lots of my Couples are thinking about doing their Engagement shoots. Of course, since we live in Chicagoland, there are not always opportunities for extensive photo shoots outside. I have a few favorite places indoors that I like to use, and then we just go outside when the weather breaks! We’ve also had some luck here and there with the weather being rather tolerable. Here are some recent Wintery Engagement shoots for you to peruse:

photos of foster cats who are up for Adoption through Virtually Home in Chicago

admin — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 01:53:32 +0000

On Tuesday, my 2nd shooter Nicoletta and I went around the city taking photos of foster cats who are up for adoption. The organization we took the photos for is called Virtually Home, and you can view them here on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Virtually-Home-Chicago-Animal-Rescue/207042704672, or visit their website here: http://www.virtuallyhomechicago.org/. They are always looking for wonderful people to adopt homeless animals, as well as foster homes, and of course donations. Here are some photos of the cats who need homes!

Millennium Park Ice Skating Rink Marriage Proposal!

admin — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:49:47 +0000

While I was doing an Engagement shoot for Christina and Kevin at Millennium Park this Saturday (hi guys!), a marriage proposal happened right in the middle of the ice skating rink! I was able to snap off a few photos of the moment, and made sure to give the happy couple my contact information. Here are the photos:

Congratulations to Sarah and her new Fiance!

Bethany & Sam Engagement Session – Wicker Park

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:55:50 +0000

Bethany and Sam’s engagement session was this Fall, but I still wanted to make sure and post it! We had such a great time roaming around their neighborhood; Wicker Park. We stopped at some interesting murals, and just followed our eyes to fun little spots. Bethany and Sam were amazing to work with, and I can’t wait for their Wedding this August. Please take a look at some of my favorites from our session:

Style Me Pretty feature!

admin — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:40:18 +0000

My work is once again featured on the Style Me Pretty Wedding blog!

http://www.stylemepretty.com/illinois-weddings/2012/01/11/zed451-wedding-by-victoria-sprung-photography/

Many thanks to LeeJean and Frank, who were wonderful to work with, and had such a fabulous celebration!