We had so much fun with Akta and Ankur at their Engagement Party this summer and we are excited to relive the experience in our feature on Design my Shaadi! The team over at Design My Shaadi interviewed Akta and Ankur and asked specifically about their experiences with some of their vendors – ourselves, Brookfield…
I have been super excited for Andrea and David’s wedding since their first consult with Joshua – we immediately recognized each other as ‘kindred spirits’. They shared their proposal story with their family and friends at www.ourproposalstory.com, and it was a dream proposal! David planned a series of surprises during a trip to Canada based…
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December 23, 2011 - 10:46 pm
This wedding is such great eye candy! The bride is gorgeous and so is her dress. Wonderful photography, you are a master of light 
December 30, 2011 - 10:29 pm
Nice work man!
January 5, 2012 - 1:59 pm
Oh, these are exquisite!
January 5, 2012 - 3:36 pm
Ahhhh yes, it brings me right back to that day. Such beauts — nice work! I’m excited to see all the mysterious Lynfred pictures and get some of these guys for myself.
January 5, 2012 - 5:30 pm
This was the most beautiful wedding i’ve ever had the privilege to attend. Such great photography, and such a magical couple
January 6, 2012 - 4:42 am
ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh! I'm GUSHING!
January 6, 2012 - 1:49 pm
Now I see why…saw a pic of your sweetie in there! Cool wedding!!
January 6, 2012 - 3:59 pm
Hi David and Andrea!
Sorry I couldn’t be there for your big day. The pictures are amazing!!
January 6, 2012 - 4:13 pm
So jealous of the beautiful pictures….now to figure out a way to go back in time and redo all my pictures!
January 6, 2012 - 4:18 pm
These all look amazing!!!
January 6, 2012 - 4:41 pm
These are fantastic! It was truly a stunning wedding. I particularly like the staircase shot, and the bridal/groom party portraits. Gorgeous!
January 6, 2012 - 5:01 pm
Amazing! Gorgeous! Beautiful! Romantic! Absolutely Perfect!
January 6, 2012 - 5:20 pm
That is super awesome!
January 6, 2012 - 6:29 pm
Reeally beautiful!
January 6, 2012 - 6:39 pm
So proud of my beautiful niece and her tremendous groom. Their love shines out of these photos. The photos tell the true tale of an outstanding couple.
January 6, 2012 - 7:27 pm
Beautiful photos… perfectly perfect.
January 6, 2012 - 7:44 pm
These are just gorgeous!!!!!!!
January 6, 2012 - 9:38 pm
Ridiculously beautiful pictures of ridiculously beautiful people, inside and out! And there's a photo of my wedding present!
January 6, 2012 - 10:28 pm
Absolutly Beautiful! Thank You for Including Me is Your Special Day!
January 6, 2012 - 11:52 pm
Absolutely beautiful pictures of you two once again congrats!
January 7, 2012 - 12:20 am
I love it all!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Andrea you are the most beautiful bride at the most beautiful wedding!
January 7, 2012 - 1:11 am
Beautiful…..
January 7, 2012 - 2:31 am
beautiful photography! beautiful subjects!
January 7, 2012 - 4:15 pm
Just gorgeous. Congrats you two
January 7, 2012 - 8:52 pm
Very nice photos!
January 7, 2012 - 8:56 pm
Beautiful! I particularly like the composition of the photos of the bridesmaids and the groomsmen.
January 7, 2012 - 10:14 pm
Beautiful Couple! Beautiful Wedding! Photographs Are AWESOME! May you have a wonderful life together!
January 7, 2012 - 10:39 pm
Exquisitely stunning and remarkable photo documentation of a spectacular & emotionally charged wedding. A most professional, high caliber performance by the photographer(s). Many thanks to you for capturing the spirit of that wonderful day..
January 8, 2012 - 12:12 am
Such beautiful pictures Congratulations!
January 8, 2012 - 12:25 am
FaNtAsTiC! Love, love the photos. Very creative & truly show the joy of the day. Especially like the meadow photo (very “Twilight” like…huge fan). Also a huge fan of “Ann of Green Gables” and the photos show the spirit of the wedding theme. Thanks for the photo link. CoNgRaTs again! ~~~~
January 8, 2012 - 5:06 am
Wow, these are AMAZING!
January 8, 2012 - 3:01 pm
Such simple elegance…stunningly beautiful.
January 8, 2012 - 4:22 pm
These are Amazing. What a fantastic time we all had. Congrats
January 8, 2012 - 4:58 pm
Beautiful pictures,of beautiful people. Some of them actually look like early 1900′s all are so well done.
January 9, 2012 - 4:49 pm
Wow! Can’t wait to see the album!!!
January 11, 2012 - 4:21 am
these photos are absolutely stunning just like the bride that used to babysit us <3 absolutely loved the wedding.
January 11, 2012 - 4:22 am
These pictures are absolutely fantastic. You can really tell the detail that went into the pictures and the wedding itself. Absolutely beautiful
January 11, 2012 - 4:25 am
These photos are stunning. Andrea you look like a dream! And David doesn't look too shabby either. I love you guys at the forest preserve – absolutely fantastic. Please continue being as awesome as these wedding photos. Gorgeous!
January 11, 2012 - 5:14 am
Coming from a young adult with a keen understanding of photography, I understand how picky I can be when someone misses a decisive moment. Andrea Dennis not only as a photographer, but as a person is seemingly meticulous in life. Choosing Joshuaa Banese was a wonderful decision. These images are beautiful and an excellent way for this couple to remember an amazing start to their marriage.
January 11, 2012 - 5:17 am
These wedding photographs are as lovely, creative and unique as the truly magnificent couple they feature. Absolute perfection down to every last detail! So happy we could witness your beautiful love story. <3 <3 <3
January 11, 2012 - 5:29 am
AHhh! These pictures are amazingly gorgeous and your wedding couldn’t have been more beautiful and creative. Can I love all of the pictures? So adorable. I can’t wait to start planning my own DIY wedding Thanks for the inspiration!
January 11, 2012 - 5:30 am
Exquisite photos. I was not there in person, but your photos captured the lovely couple so well that I felt that I was there …it as if you will leave them memories not only left in time to treasure but in mind to always imagine~ thank you.
January 11, 2012 - 6:24 am
Photos look great guys. I wish we could have made it. I’ll recommend this photographer the next chance I get.
When I am not Photographing Chicago Weddings I try to keep my mind open to other things in life. Its part of the growing up and understanding of life. Having this sense of discovery keeps my sense of excitement as that of a child. Being blown by a double rainbow or a sunrise in this case…
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It’s that time of year! What’s that, you say? Thanksgiving time? No – it’s Black Friday planning time! My love of Black Friday shopping is pretty well known around these parts, but all secular and moral debate aside, it’s a great ‘holiday’ for brides who think outside of the box and want to save some…
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As soon as we arrived at the Willow Harbor Vineyard to shoot Amanda and Mike’s wedding, we were hit with an intense craving for a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. It was a beautifully sunny day and the air was filled with the intoxicating aroma of Concord grapes – the perfect venue for this outdoorsy…
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October 21, 2011 - 3:22 pm
Beautiful preview – we can’t wait to se the rest
October 21, 2011 - 3:32 pm
Gorgeous photos everyone looked beautiful
October 21, 2011 - 3:37 pm
Everything is stunning. I can’t wait to view more photographs.
October 21, 2011 - 3:39 pm
Wow – terrific photos to remember a beautiful night
October 21, 2011 - 3:40 pm
This vineyard is one of the most beautiful wedding venues I have ever had the opportunity to work with. The bride and groom are environmentally conscious and this site lent itself to all that was to follow. It was fun planning and decorating. When it all came to fruition, it was a stunning event. Thank you Amanda & Mike for allowing us to be a small part of your big day. May you be as happy all the days of your life as you were on the day of your wedding!
October 21, 2011 - 3:42 pm
Thank you so much Joshua, Rachel and Ben!!! The pictures are amazing we had the best day of our lives!
October 21, 2011 - 3:44 pm
Absolutely stunning. It’s so beautiful, it takes your breath away..Congrats.
October 21, 2011 - 4:52 pm
The pictures are amazing! What a wonderful day it was!
October 21, 2011 - 5:42 pm
Very beautiful pictures, I do agree that the flower girls are sweet
October 21, 2011 - 5:52 pm
Awesome pics! I want to see more!!!!!!
October 21, 2011 - 6:00 pm
These photos are absolutely gorgeous, Mandy! Your wedding looked like something straight out of a bridal magazine!
October 21, 2011 - 6:46 pm
Seriously, Amanda, these pictures are GORGEOUS! You look amazing! Your dress, the vineyard,… I’m jealous! I can’t wait to see more with your family too!
October 21, 2011 - 7:54 pm
Simply gorgeous! Especially love the one of Amanda frolicking through the vineyard, completely carefree.
October 21, 2011 - 8:00 pm
Absolutely beautiful pictures of a perfect wedding day. Looking forward to seeing all of them. Great Job.
October 22, 2011 - 8:49 am
These picture look like they came out of a magazine. Beautiful!
October 22, 2011 - 11:32 am
I am in awe! Beautiful colors throughout all the pics to surround beautiful people.
October 23, 2011 - 8:51 pm
What wonderful photos, Mike and Amanda you have beautiful memories from Joshua’s talents and unique style! Can’t wait to see the rest…
October 24, 2011 - 8:51 am
The preview is awesome! Beautiful pics Joshua! Can’t wait to see the rest.
October 24, 2011 - 9:58 am
The pictures are beautiful. They should be in a Bridal magazine.
October 24, 2011 - 11:12 am
The pictures are amazing! Willow Harbor is such a great venue for an outdoor wedding… We love the pictures of the cake – hope to work with you again. Thank You!! – Arlene’s Wedding Cakes
October 24, 2011 - 2:27 pm
Absolutely stunning! A perfect day and setting to match. Amanda you are beautiful and I love the shot of you with the little girls.
October 24, 2011 - 9:34 pm
Wow! What beautiful pictures capturing a gorgeous day. You both looked great!
October 25, 2011 - 10:15 am
WOW!!! Totally awesome!
October 26, 2011 - 4:28 pm
Great pictures! Looks like you had the perfect day! Congrats!
October 31, 2011 - 7:55 pm
Wow, great pics!
November 2, 2011 - 10:43 am
Amanda you look so beautiful! These pics are like straight out of a magazine! honestly the most beautiful bride I’ve ever seen! Congrats guys….oh yeah mike you cleaned up alright too.
November 2, 2011 - 1:39 pm
Simply beautiful – it’s like a fairytale!! The beautiful bride takes your breath away.
November 3, 2011 - 11:29 pm
Wow!! These pics are amazing! Amanda you look stunning, I love the dress!
November 5, 2011 - 7:56 am
Great pictures. Great location for a wedding
November 5, 2011 - 7:58 am
Fabulous pictures. Wish I could have been there.
November 9, 2011 - 10:25 pm
OMG, I love them!!!!
November 9, 2011 - 10:26 pm
What a great photographer you have!!!!
November 9, 2011 - 10:28 pm
Thank you for all the comments and for your support!!! We are so lucky to have such a great family and friends.
November 11, 2011 - 11:40 am
Dem sum peeeeeerty pictures!
November 11, 2011 - 11:42 am
REAL, REAL, NICE!!!!
November 11, 2011 - 11:58 am
Gorgeous!
November 11, 2011 - 11:59 am
You guys look AMAZING, couldn’t have asked for a better day.
November 11, 2011 - 12:39 pm
What great pictures, thanks so much for having us!
November 11, 2011 - 12:40 pm
Hi Guys, you look great! It was awesome seeing you! Congratulations
November 11, 2011 - 12:44 pm
Hey Mandy, you look beautiful! Love you
November 11, 2011 - 12:45 pm
You guys look great~! Thanks so much, we are so happy for you!!!!
November 11, 2011 - 12:46 pm
Hi Mandy and Mike, thanks so much for having Joe and I. We love you!!!
November 11, 2011 - 12:47 pm
Hi Mandy, the girls had so much fun being your flower girls!! We love you
November 11, 2011 - 12:49 pm
Hi Mandy and Mike, you guys looked so amazing. Haley had a great time being your flower girl!!!!
November 11, 2011 - 12:50 pm
Congratulations!!! You were beautiful! Riley had so much fun with the other kids!!!
November 11, 2011 - 12:51 pm
Amanda you look beautiful, I am so sorry we missed it! Can’t wait to see more pictures
November 11, 2011 - 12:52 pm
Congratulations Mandy and Mike, Chloe had a blast being your wedding! We love you!!!
November 11, 2011 - 12:54 pm
Hey guys, you look great! Sorry we missed it! See you soon.
November 11, 2011 - 12:57 pm
Mandy and Mike, we love you so much!!! We are so happy for you both and wish you many many years of happiness.
November 11, 2011 - 12:58 pm
Hi Sister, you looked amazing! So happy for you!
November 11, 2011 - 1:05 pm
You guys look amazing, thanks for having me be part of your special day! Can’t wait to see more!
November 11, 2011 - 1:06 pm
OMG, You guys have the best pictures! Thanks for having Dean be a part of your special day! Jerry and I are so happy for you!
November 11, 2011 - 1:06 pm
Wow, great pics!!! Congrats
November 11, 2011 - 1:45 pm
Pictures look great! Looking forward to seeing them all.
November 11, 2011 - 10:15 pm
Great pictures!
November 13, 2011 - 4:31 pm
The pictures reflect the beautiful event
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