A man and woman sit on a scooter by a scenic coastal road during sunset, engaging in a romantic moment.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss during an outdoor wedding ceremony surrounded by lush greenery, with guests watching.
People at a wedding reception, dressed in formal attire, laughing and enjoying themselves at a decorated table with flowers and candles.
A bride and groom holding hands and smiling, walking down the aisle at an outdoor wedding ceremony, with guests in the background.
A black and white photo of two women in a swimming pool, lying on the pool's edge, with one woman touching the other's face. They are outdoors with trees and a cloudy sky in the background.
Bride and six bridesmaids walking outdoors with bouquets, smiling and laughing, surrounded by trees on a sunny day.
Wedding celebration with bride and groom riding on chairs above aisle, surrounded by guests clapping and celebrating indoors with high ceiling and hanging lights.
A bride and groom standing close together on a concrete pathway, framed by tall green hedges, sharing an intimate moment.
A wedding ceremony with a bride and groom kissing in an indoor glass-walled venue at sunset, surrounded by seated guests and floral arrangements.
A woman and a man relaxing in float rings in a swimming pool by the ocean with boats in the water and lush greenery surrounding the pool.
A bride and groom kissing at an outdoor wedding ceremony with bridesmaids on the left and groomsmen on the right, surrounded by floral arrangements and lush green trees.
A bride in a white wedding dress with a train and veil, standing inside a vintage trolley bus with wooden interior and large arched windows, holding her veil while smiling.
A bride and groom walking arm-in-arm on a paved path in front of a large brick mansion surrounded by trees, during a wedding.

CHICAGO WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

documenting moments only a friend CAN notice in a way only an artist CAN capture

Wedding photography for the couples who want to be & feel like themselves in front of the camera and want to be taken back to the feeling of the moment when looking at the images for years to come.

A woman in a wedding dress sitting outdoors on a terrace, with a man in a tuxedo standing behind her holding a white umbrella. The background shows a hillside of buildings overlooking the sea, in a black and white photograph.
A woman with long brown hair, wearing a black leather jacket, white top, and blue jeans, standing with hands in pockets, smiling at the camera against a white background.

i’m gretchen, the friend who takes photos.

I’ve been photographing love for 13 years.

I believe you deserve a photographer who is not only a professional, but who also feels like a trusted friend to support, celebrate and create a comfortable and fun space for you, whether it’s your wedding day or any other life event worth documenting.

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“her talent is unmatched, capturing authentic, joyful, & breathtaking shots that our guests keep raving about”

A bride in a strapless wedding dress holding a champagne flute. The dress features lace detailing on the bodice and a flowing train. The image is in black and white.
Black and white photo of a couple kissing in front of the Chicago theater marquee sign with the word "Chicato" visible. The man is wearing a tuxedo, and the woman is wearing a white dress. The theater sign has large vertical letters spelling "CHICAGO" and an illuminated message board below.
Group of women in robes celebrating, with some wearing sunglasses, one woman pouring champagne, all smiling and enjoying a festive occasion.
A person in a sequined dress is near a tower of empty cocktail glasses. The scene appears to be a celebration or party setting, with focus on the glasses and partial view of the person's arm and clothing.
A man and woman lounging by the edge of a swimming pool, engaging in a romantic moment, with the woman lying on her side and the man sitting in the water, in an outdoor setting with plants in the background.