Children's Memorial Hospital

Cocktails for a Cure

Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art

October 23, 2009

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Last Friday, I had the great pleasure of attending a charity event for the Children's Memorial Hospital. I was asked by my friend and former client, Matt (his beautiful wife, Stacey, was also at the event) to donate my time to photograph the event. Much money was raised through live and silent auctions, along with other fundraisers for such a fantastic cause.

This event had delicious gourmet food from so many different restaurants around the city, along with mixed drinks, fun music, and (of course) an art gallery to roam freely during the event.

I saw some girls posing in one of the wings of the museum and asked to take a few photos of them. It lead to a somewhat spontaneous photo shoot. Here's a peak from last Friday:

My hot "date," Megan, and me :)

Stacey & Matt

Thank you so much again, Matt, for asking me to support this event!

James & Carrie's Wedding

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Little James' Baptism

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Last night was a very unique and special evening that I feel so lucky to have been a part of. James' father, Jim, has worked with my mother for nearly 10 years now. He and his wife have become so special to my family, so when I was asked to photograph his son's wedding, I was thrilled to do the honor.

When I walked into the Country Club, everyone was gathered around, socializing, laughing, and generally having a great time. The intimate ceremony of not more than 30 people also included James & Carrie's newborn son's baptism ceremony.

James and Carrie took a few photographs together following the ceremony, and then joined their guests at an enormous and elegantly set dinner table. Some incredibly hilarious moments were shared around the table over an absolutely incredible meal. I got to know the entire family and their friends throughout the evening, and honestly didn't want to leave.

It's a good thing I was asked to photograph Jim's daughter's wedding next year!!!

Congratulations to you, James and Carrie!! Many wishes for a happy and loving future together :)

~amy

Frank & Mary Jo

Their Wedding Day

October 10, 2009

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Frank and Mary Jo have become such special people to me. I have had the wonderful fortune of being their photographer because of Mary Jo's brother Jay, who is a photographer friend of mine. Just seeing the way that they work together in life is so beautiful and sweet. They inspire me, and bring hope to my heart. I am so lucky to be able to call them friends.

Their day was beautiful, and had so many moments that were so special and also unique to these two people. Their ceremony had this beautiful candlelight moment, much like the tradition in churches at Christmas time, in lieu of a unity candle. Frank and Mary Jo two share a liking for the Muppets, and included Kermit and Miss Piggy in several parts of their day, including the cake topper (which, by the way, adorned the top of their cupcake tree "cake").

The entire day was filled with so much happiness shared by everyone who attended. Here are just a few of the moments from today that I found to be my favorites.

Congratulations, Frank and Mary Jo!! I wish you many years of happiness, love, laughter and realized dreams together :)

~amy