What's the quintessential Laurie Peacock Photography wedding?

Tiffany and Josh's wedding fits the bill:

Lots of laughter. Check.

Uncontrollable crying that makes the photographer tear up. Check.

A couple who doesn't just say the words. They feel the words with every fiber of their being. Check.

Crazy dancing that's off the hook. Check.

The kindest friends and family. Check.

Did I already say lots of laughter? :)

One of my favorite moments of the wedding was when Tiffany read a note from her father, which she received during a particularly difficult time in her dating life. She kept it and read it to Josh during her vows. See if you can read the words in the photo below. 

Tiffany and Josh make me so happy. Their expressions are amazing. They are amazing.

Congrats you two!!!


Vendors:

Cake: The Cakery

Florist: Town and Country Gardens

Dress: Weddings 826

Caterer/Venue: Riverside Receptions

Make-up Artist: Laura Black

Hair Stylist: Stacey DeVivo

DJ: Toast and Jam

Thanks to Maggie Rife for being an awesome second photographer.
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josh rubin says:

Wow! You do such an amazing job of seeing and capturing moments of pureness and beauty... plus everything in-between. I can't stop myself from simply sitting and staring at these shots. Thank you for bringing it all back and for your kindness.

(08.27.10 @ 04:44 PM)
Daniel says:

Love this set. I especially like the bride's portraits. Great photos!

(08.27.10 @ 05:59 PM)
seth says:

These are great top to bottom! I love the window light portraits of the bride, picture of the groom giving the thumbs up is a classic and the hora pics are too funny.

(08.27.10 @ 09:59 PM)
Opanin says:

Love love love the reflection in the first image. Well done, the whole set just looks great.

(08.27.10 @ 11:07 PM)
The Bridge says:

Seriously, I've never seen a bad photo from you. These are amazing. The one of Tiffany outside with Josh scrambled in the background should be submitted to a magazine!

(08.28.10 @ 11:22 AM)
Crystal says:

Incredible work!!

(08.28.10 @ 11:36 AM)
soobum Im says:

Those are nice bride & groom portraits. beautiful images.

(08.28.10 @ 03:54 PM)
Brittany says:

Gah! I love absolutely everything about these. The entire day looked absolutely divine and what style! Absolutely adore your work Laurie

(08.28.10 @ 08:08 PM)
Rowan says:

Fantastic work Laurie. I love the emotion of these images. Well done.

(08.29.10 @ 04:32 AM)
Tab Mccausland says:

Love them! Well done :)

(08.29.10 @ 10:10 PM)
matt shumate says:

This is so full of perfection Laurie! Wow. Just, wow. I love every single photo. The day looks like it was incredible.

(08.30.10 @ 12:48 AM)
Becca Dilley says:

The bride and groom have so many wonderful expressions! You captured a lot of emotion and fun with these images!

(08.30.10 @ 09:08 AM)
Paul Von Rieter says:

Awesome Images as usual. I love the grain in you B&Ws

(08.30.10 @ 02:20 PM)
Kevin Ford says:

I love it when the bride and groom send each other notes before the wedding, I think that it can offer great photo moments and it also speaks to the deepness of their relationship. Those types of things will always be treasured between them, even if that were their last note to each other.

Your photographs are beautiful and really show the joy of the occasion, thanks for sharing a preview of your work.

(08.31.10 @ 02:30 PM)
Kelly Ry says:

Gor-or-geous!

(09.01.10 @ 08:21 PM)
Deepa says:

Lovely images and the brides expression are priceless :)

(09.03.10 @ 12:16 AM)
Heather says:

Such WONDERFUL emotion. I love the tow shots of his reaction to her walking down the aisle. And the one of them holding out their hands for rain cracked me up!! Well done!

(09.04.10 @ 04:27 PM)
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Erin is a girl after my own heart. She adores reading and wanted a low-key wedding that didn't make her guests feel deprived in any way.  Both Erin and her now husband, Nitsuh, spectacularly succeeded in this endeavor.

I'm still in awe of their decor.  Minus the beautiful flowers from Scarlet Petal, everything, including the books for the guests were DYI.  And the food...*sigh*  IT WAS AMAZING.  North Pond really outdid themselves. 

How do I keep getting amazing couples like Erin and Nitsuh?  They make me so happy, especially the photos of Nitsuh dancing.  He's such a cutie!

Well enough from me.  Get ready to see some photos of a LOVELY and charming wedding.

Congrats!!




Big thanks to my second shooter, Maggie Rife

Vendors:

Florist - Esther Galantowicz, Scarlet Petal
Hair/Makeup - Morgan Blaul
Dress - Peter Langner, Ultimate Bride
DOC - Misse Daniel, Honey Bee Weddings
Venue - North Pond Restaurant
All favors and paper goods and stuff  - "DIY, baby!!!!" according to Erin  :)

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Csanad says:

you captured beautiful moments. i love this set

(08.22.10 @ 12:53 PM)
William Massey says:

Awesome! Beautiful wedding and great coverage!

(08.22.10 @ 03:24 PM)
Albert Palmer says:

Wow - I normally like to comment on one or two of my favourites but the whole set blew me away. Fresh, creative and tasteful. You have a new subscriber!

(08.22.10 @ 03:33 PM)
Emily Porter says:

I looooove these, Laurie. Really amazing. My favorite ones are the bride and groom portraits, but everything about this set is just lovely. It looks like they put a lot of thought into the details for the day, so I'm sure they love your detail shots. Love them all.

(08.22.10 @ 07:30 PM)
brooke says:

Love these! The toasts are especially awesome. The whole set is fantastic, though!

(08.23.10 @ 01:06 AM)
Alexander Gardner says:

Awesomely classic lookin' couple. Dig it and what lovely details.

ROCKIN'!

(08.23.10 @ 01:56 AM)
Marianne Taylor says:

Beautiful! Loving all the emotion your captured, and your detail shots are just delicious!

(08.23.10 @ 04:07 AM)
Jared Tseng says:

That bride is BEAUTIFUL! Love all of the elegant details you captured. And is that ring shot at the beginning set in a cut-out book? AWESOME!

(08.23.10 @ 07:09 AM)
Shella says:

Pure gorgeous-ness! Love her dress. Gorgeous couple. Fun looking wedding. Great job capturing it!

(08.23.10 @ 07:09 AM)
Tina Bass says:

I had to look at this post a few times, because an overwhelming feeling of happiness came over me and I am definitely not exaggerating or making that up. I have a big goofy grin on my face and I don't even know these people! They are so adorable and look so happy to be married! My favorite shot is the one where he is spinning her and the little ribbons on her dress are flying up. The expression on his face is so cute! You did such a an amazing job capturing this wonderful wedding!

Okay, done with my epic comment!

(08.23.10 @ 08:03 AM)
seth says:

What a fun couple! You did a great job at capturing the essence of their love. I love all the little moments you photographed. These are great images, and I'm sure they will cherish them.

(08.23.10 @ 10:39 AM)
Thomas Lester says:

Awesome! So, gorgeous. They look so happy together. Oh... best table shot EVAH!

(08.23.10 @ 12:24 PM)
Nicole Thomas says:

Absolutely love them! This is one of my favorite spots in the city too, it's so gorgeous over there! Great job to you and Maggie

(08.23.10 @ 03:16 PM)
Kelly Ry says:

I SO LOVE weddings with thoughtful details that express a couple's interest and allow them to really experience the day. You captured it beautifully!

(08.23.10 @ 05:08 PM)
nadine says:

The reception pictures are especially great! esp the view from outside the building.

(08.23.10 @ 10:30 PM)
erin says:

Laurie, how can I thank you enough for these incredible pictures? Nitsuh & I had such an amazing time that night, and you really captured it perfectly. I can't wait to see the rest!

(08.24.10 @ 01:11 PM)
Heather says:

What an adorable couple!! I love how you help us to feel so connected to your clients. Wonderful work!

(08.25.10 @ 02:16 PM)
Kevin Ford says:

Seems like a small wedding but it seems as though it was very intimate, great job photographing in the park and throughout their special day. Very nice job capturing the detail of the wedding.

(08.31.10 @ 02:33 PM)
Joey Chandler says:

Wow - great session. Beautiful spot for a wedding and just love the roller blade shot. Great work.

(09.01.10 @ 09:24 AM)
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Christen's mom booked me over the internet, and I love it when I click with clients I've never met before. (As a side note, this is part of why I blog: people get a better sense of my personality.  If you are the type of person who gets annoyed with smiley, outgoing redheads, then we're probably not going to be a good fit.  :) )

The minute I met Christen, I was totally jonesing for her make-up selections.  Her complexion is similar to mine.  Gotta love freckles, especially Jay's.  I foresee freckled children in their future (should they decide to have some).

The entire day was so easy and fun, especially the wedding party. They wanted a jumping shot, which I never ask for from my wedding couples but if they request it, I'm happy to oblige. I have to admit, I really love how high some of them jumped. Amazing.

My favorite part of the reception was when Christen and Jay gave an impromptu toast and talked about wonderful it was to be surrounded about everyone who loves and supports them. They didn't want the night to end. This is exactly how I felt on my own wedding day.

Christen and Jay, I hope through these photos that the memories of your wedding never fade.

Cheers!




Vendors:

Venue/Caterer - Sofitel Chicago Water Tower
Cake- Take the Cake
Florist - ZuZu's Petals
DJ - Dance Trax - Todd Acari
Dress - GiGi's Closette (store) Mikaella (designer)
Make-Up
Hair - Andrea Conley

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Steve says:

Love the second to last shot, and that little girl is adorable! Great work, Laurie!

(08.11.10 @ 10:53 PM)
Brittany says:

Oh my! These are so amazing in so many different ways I can hardly even describe how much I love them. The couple must just be over the moon with how awesome their pictures are!

(08.12.10 @ 12:32 AM)
Alex Singh says:

There are fantastic images. That church is beautiful.

(08.12.10 @ 01:14 PM)
Darko Sikman says:

What an amazing set. So many beautiful photos. My favorite - the group shot with the city background - wow!

(08.12.10 @ 01:14 PM)
Leo Druker says:

Gorgeous captures. That ring shot is delicious :)

(08.12.10 @ 06:31 PM)
Monika Szczepaniak says:

Beautiful pictures!

(08.13.10 @ 05:00 AM)
Chantal says:

Seriously adore the second to last image. And the group shot is epic!! way to work with so many groomsmen..

(08.13.10 @ 12:10 PM)
Teresa K says:

You're so awesome Larie....what a fantastic set!

(08.13.10 @ 02:51 PM)
Ann Ruddy says:

So full of love, fun and joy...I was so happy to have shared in this, your very special moments....

(08.13.10 @ 10:42 PM)
Heather says:

I love what you did with the reception lighting. Well done!

(08.14.10 @ 06:04 PM)
Kate Miller Photography says:

Lovely work. The ceremony shots are my favorite. This wedding looks like it was a blast, so colorful!!

(08.16.10 @ 04:35 PM)
Christen MacKenzie says:

We are totally over-the-moon with these pictures! Laurie did a wonderful job in capturing the best day of my life. I cannot thank you enough Laurie! We are so excited to see the rest of the pictures.

(08.17.10 @ 06:34 AM)
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