Rebecca & Jake

Lake Forest, IL
May 22, 2027

focusing your wedding photography on capturing candid moments together & celebrating with family & friends —

a personal note

Rebecca & Jake,

It’s a privilege to put together this proposal for your wedding. I loved getting to talk with you both on Monday evening. What you shared about your vision for your wedding - something personal, unique, and truly what you want - resonated with me and I’m excited to hear your thoughts on what’s below.

I want to ensure that you don't look back and regret any decisions you made with your wedding and photography - feeling like the candid photos didn’t get captured or you both didn’t feel truly present in the moments throughout the weekend.

So, based on what you shared with me, I've crafted the collections below with your vision in mind!
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Erika

Your love and your wedding are too unique to throw into the same box as every other couple.

SO, TOGETHER, LET’S CREATE GENUINE IMAGES THAT REPRESENT YOUR STORY.

Erika’s work is timeless, elegant, authentic, and creative.
Her perspective looks like a painting, and she captures genuine personalities through her photography.

MAYCIE

Your experience
what you can expect

IMAGES THAT BRING BACK THE FEELS
I’m all about diving deep into your love story and vision, and I’ll really get to the heart of what matters most. Through this connection, I can anticipate the real moments. And uncover the small details that will take you back to your day.

FINE ART STYLE WITH A PERSONALIZED EDGE
After uncovering the aesthetic details and inside scoop on your wedding day plans, I’ll use a personalized and artful approach to create light-filled and classic images— with a bit of personality, a touch of trend, and a whole lot of you.

COMFORT ON AND OFF CAMERA
Before your big day, I’ll seek ways to support and encourage you as a whole person—not just another client. And I'll be your biggest advocate while I anticipate your needs. So by the time your wedding day arrives, you'll naturally feel cared for and free to be yourselves.

Custom Collections

packages tailored to fit your needs

Tailored to take all of the guesswork out of coverage for your weekend, this collection provides ultimate flexibility. In a genuine mixture of candid and guided images, your full weekend is documented as a complete portfolio of memories. This is perfect if you decide to include a couple of other activities surrounding the weekend for family & friends. An expedited turnaround means you get to share the full weekend with friends & family asap and then later tangibly with your album.

COLLECTION I

Full weekend wedding photography coverage
Second co-lead photographer for the duration of wedding coverage
~1400 images from engagement & wedding weekend
Engagement session
Sneak peeks within 72 hours of wedding day
Expedited 4-week full gallery delivery turnaround
Custom 10”x10” linen-bound heirloom album

18,795

An engagement or session before the weekend helps build your comfort in front of the camera, so you can be fully present and in the moment on your wedding day. This coverage also perfectly fits for just a couple photos getting ready with more of a focus later in the day. A second photographer of equal caliber ensures that your memories of your weekend are captured in a robust and beautifully varied final gallery.

COLLECTION II

9 hours of wedding photography coverage
Second co-lead photographer for the duration of wedding coverage
Rehearsal dinner coverage
Engagement session
~1200 images from engagement & wedding weekend
Sneak peeks within 72 hours of wedding day
Custom 10”x10” linen-bound heirloom album

12,375

Focusing on your engagement session and then the wedding day alongside your friends and family, the hours in this collection allow for the day to be documented in a comprehensive way with a more streamlined timeline. Without a formal wedding party, this still allows for those candid moments to unfold. Sneak peeks also allow you to relive the day and share with your loved ones a little glimpse into the celebration.

COLLECTION III

8 hours of wedding photography coverage
Second co-lead photographer for the duration of wedding day coverage
Engagement session
~900 images delivered in an online gallery
Sneak peeks within 72 hours of the wedding day

9495

You want her to take your pictures!

She was so incredibly fun to work with & her authentic kindness made everyone she photographed feel so comfortable. She is intentional about all details & made a busy day stress-free. When my friends & family looked through the photos, they raved about how every single one of them captured us, our loved ones, & our day perfectly. She BLEW it out of this world & worked her magic in every way!

BROOKE & DANIEL

A Process Tailored to You

By listening more than I talk and tailoring my services and communication style to what truly matters to you, you’ll enjoy a personalized experience that makes you feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood.

Photos That Represent Your Story

I won't just document your day or recreate poses from the last wedding I photographed. Instead, I'll create personal, meaningful, and unique work for you and your day so you receive beautiful images that are truly one-of-a-kind.

Images You’ll Love Now & Later

I provide true-to-life, clean, and elegant images with a touch of personality and edge. This approach ensures you'll still love your photos in 10 years, even after the trends have changed.

Photography That Feels Effortless

I’ll ensure you can let your guard down and fully enjoy your day by giving you the space to be your true selves without intruding on your special moments. At the same time, I’ll offer guidance to help you look and feel your absolute best—on and off camera.

Moments That Count

I care as much about you and your experience as I do about the photos I provide. That's why I’ll help you find pockets of time to stop, breathe, and take it all in. And I’ll strategically plan out family formals to quickly get everyone back to the celebration—including you!

As seen in…

owner & lead photographer

ERIKA AILEEN

Imagine a photographer who not only sees you but also understands the depth of your connection. I’m able to do so through an intentional approach I’ve honed over 15 years. And it allows me to create images as meaningful as the moments they represent.

Full Galleries

Enjoy these thoughtfully designed weddings and legacy-defining moments—captured with heart.

Surrounded by the gorgeous architecture of the University of Chicago, Morgan & Holden enjoyed an evening set apart from wedding planning to just enjoy the season of being engaged. They wanted the images to feel classic and timeless, but still light hearted and “them.”

University of Chicago
Engagement Session

View Full Engagement Gallery

Set in a picturesque location with sentimental ties for the couple, the weekend focused on an intimate, joy-filled celebration. Perfectly ideal, with a tearful ceremony, mountaintop moments soaking in their new marriage, and a private chef serving fresh catch as they ate and drank, surrounded by friends and family.