Maddie + Andrew, Serene Lincoln Park Engagement Session

February 26, 2025 by Nicodem Creative in Engagements

photojournalistic engagement photos at lincoln park

engaged couple sitting on bench in lincoln park, chicago

engagement session at lincoln park during golden hour

lincoln park chicago engagement session by fence

golden hour engagement session in chicago

traditional engagement photos in chicago

black and white engagement photo at lincoln park, chicago

north ave beach engagement session in the fall

engagement photos at north ave beach, chicago

engagement session at north ave beach in chicago

skyline engagement photo at north ave beach

engagement photos in front of lake michigan

Charlotte + Jimmy, Michigan Shores Club Wedding in Wilmette, IL

February 14, 2025 by Nicodem Creative in Weddings

The Wedding Team:

Photo, Nicodem Creative
Planning, Kerrie of KG Designed Events
Ceremony, Saints Faith, Hope, & Charity Church
Reception + Catering, Michigan Shores Club
Floral, Paperwhite Florals
Makeup, Jen Brown
Hair, Kim Nguyen
Dress, Vwidon
Entertainment, Chris Sarlas Band
Stationary, Steracle Press
Transportation, M&M Limosine
Videography, Old North Film Company

Lily + Ian, Indian Hill Club and Elmwood Dunes Engagement Session

February 14, 2025 by Nicodem Creative in Engagements

Indian Hill Club golden hour engagement session

Couple looking at each other during Chicago engagement session

Couple sitting on patio furniture during engagement session at Indian Hill Club

Indian Hill Club, Winnetka engagement session

engagement session on sunlit field in Winnetka, IL

Engagement photo in front of pond at Indian Hill Club

Couple sitting on stone stairs during Chicago engagement session

Engagement session with tall grass at Elmwood Dunes

Elmwood Dunes engagement photo in Wilmette, IL

Wilmette beach engagement photo by Nicodem Creative

Classic beach engagement photo in Chicago, IL

engagement photos taken in front of Lake Michigan

couple kissing on beach in front of tall grass

Photojournalistic engagement photography in Chicago, IL

Leanna + Austin, Elegant Old Post Office Wedding

February 13, 2025 by Nicodem Creative in Weddings

wedding flatlay with flowers and sage invitations

groom's father straightening groom's tux

bridesmaids helping bride with dress at the gwen chicago

bride putting on shoes for chicago wedding

father of the bride seeing bride for the first time

bride and groom portrait at chicago wedding

candid bride and groom portrait at the old post office

bride and groom on the old post office stairs

wedding party portrait at the old post office

groomsmen portrait at the old post office

bride and groom on the old post office steps

bride and groom twirling in the old post office

the old post office rooftop wedding portrait

wedding portrait on the old post office rooftop

wedding ceremony setup with florals at the old post office

processional at the old post office wedding ceremony

bride and groom exchanging vows at the old post office

first kiss under a floral arch at a chicago wedding

recessional at the old post office ceremony

reception details at the old post office wedding

bride and groom toasting at their old post office wedding

father daughter dance at the old post office chicago

mother of the bride dancing with son at the old post office

guests dancing at chicago's the old post office

the old post office wedding reception in Chicago

wedding reception at the old post office

bride and groom at reception at the old post office

The Wedding Team:

Photo, Nicodem Creative
Planning, Michelle of Lola Event Productions
Getting Ready, The Gwen
Ceremony, The Old Post Office
Reception, The Old Post Office
Catering, Blue Plate Chicago
Dessert, Sweet Mandy B’s
Floral, Fleur Chicago
Makeup + Hair, Bianca Sansosti
Dress, Martina Liana via Volle’s Bridal
Entertainment, Chris of Elegant Sound and Lighting
Stationary, Steracle Press
Rentals, The Festive Frog and BBJ La Tavola
Lighting, MDM Entertainment
Transportation, Signature Transportation

Summer Newborn Session with the Carrick Family

February 04, 2025 by Nicodem Creative in Families

mother giving newborn a kiss during a Chicago photo session

Chicago newborn session with blue accents

new mom and newborn in her Chicago nursery

detail photo of mom and dad holding their newborn

new parents sitting on the bed during Chicago newborn session

father holding his newborn daughter during photo session in Chicago

new parents looking at their baby in their Chicago backyard

dad holding his newborn daughter outside in Chicago

traditional newborn photography session in Chicago

Meg + Mike, Delightful Oak Park Country Club Wedding

January 28, 2025 by Nicodem Creative in Weddings

bride putting dress on at home in river forest

flower girls holding veil for river forest wedding

bride getting off of trolley before River Forest ceremony

groom tears up seeing bride for the first time

father lifts veil at catholic wedding ceremony

mothers lighting candles at River Forest wedding ceremony

St Luke Catholic Church wedding ceremony

St Luke Catholic Church photo from balcony

wedding ceremony exit at St Luke Catholic Church

bride and groom kiss on the stairs of St Luke Catholic Church

colorful wedding party photo at Oak Park Country Club

casual wedding party photos at Oak Park Country Club

summer groomsmen portrait at Oak Park Country Club

River Forest wedding portrait of the bride and groom

bridal portrait with veil at Oak Park Country Club

summer wedding portraits in Oak Park, IL

reception details at Oak Park Country Club

bride and groom kiss at Oak Park Country Club wedding

father of the bride speech at Oak Park Country Club

wedding reception at Oak Park Country Club

mother/son dance at Oak Park Country Club wedding

father/daughter dance at Oak Park Country Club wedding

dancing at Oak Park Country Club wedding

three wedding guests posing for photo at Oak Park Country Club reception

wedding guest dancing at Oak Park Country Club wedding

The Wedding Team:

Photo, Nicodem Creative
Planner, Katie @ Blue Print Events
Ceremony, St Luke Catholic Church
Reception + Catering, Oak Park Country Club
Floral, Tulipia Floral Design
Hair + Makeup, Levato Salon
Dress, Rime Arodaky from Alice in Ivory
Entertainment, Skyline Band
Stationary, Fitzgerald's Fine Stationary
Transportation, Midwest Transit System

Susanna + Brendan, Gillson Beach Engagement Session

January 23, 2025 by Nicodem Creative in Engagements

Couple poses with their dog for engagement photos

Woman in green dress walking with man in khakis for Winnetka engagement session

Couple on beach posing for engagement photos

Engagement photos with Lake Michigan in background

Engagement photos on sandy dune in Winnetka

Engagement session on beach with grass in Chicago

Couple walking on grassy sand during engagement session at Gillson Beach

Chicago photo shoot location, Gillson Beach

Couple sitting on sand laughing during engagement session

Couple framed by trees at their Gillson Beach engagement session

Engagement session photographed by Nicodem Creative

Couple with beach and blue sky behind them during their engagement session in Chicago

Lindsey + Charlie, Classic Glen View Club Wedding

January 21, 2025 by Nicodem Creative in Weddings

Kind words from the bride:

“We can’t recommend Andrew and Marianne enough! From start to finish, they went above and beyond to make our wedding weekend unforgettable. Marianne handled all the prep work with so much care and attention to detail, ensuring everything was seamless. Then Andrew brought it all to life with his incredible talent behind the camera.

Not only are they incredibly skilled, but they’re also such fun, personable, and kind people. Their positive energy made the rehearsal dinner and wedding day feel even more special. They have a way of making everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera, capturing not just beautiful photos but also genuine moments.

If we could do it all over again, we’d choose Andrew and Marianne every single time. They’re a dream team, and we’re beyond grateful to have had them as part of our big day!”