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River Forest Wedding // Ashley & Steven

River Forest wedding was one of those beautiful celebrations that remind us why we love what we do. This charming location near Chicago is surrounded by nature, tall trees, and peaceful spaces that feel perfect for an outdoor ceremony. It’s the kind of place that feels both cozy and elegant, and we always find new ways to capture its beauty. The natural light, open air, and calm setting make it ideal for stunning wedding photography. Every River Forest wedding we photograph feels fresh, romantic, and full of emotion, and that’s exactly what inspires us as a creative team.

Ashley and Steven’s story is one that makes you smile. They met on October 1st at a local late-night bar. It was late, they started talking, and quickly realized they shared the same birthday just twelve years apart. Not long after, life gave them an even greater surprise. On October 31st of 2023, they welcomed their son into the world. Their love story is sweet, genuine, and full of fate, the kind that’s meant to be. Their outdoor ceremony reflected all of that warmth and connection, and it was the perfect setting for a love story that already had so much meaning behind it.

At Original Weddings, we always feel inspired photographing in and around Chicago. The mix of nature and city energy gives us so many opportunities to tell love stories in creative ways. We specialize in wedding photography that feels real and personal, focusing on emotion and all the moments that make each couple’s day special. As a professional wedding photographer and videographer, we take pride in capturing not just what a wedding looks like, but what it feels like.

Every wedding allows us to do exactly that blend storytelling, light, and movement into something that couples can cherish forever. We’re so thankful for all the couples who trust us to document their biggest moments and share their love stories. You can see more of what others have shared about their experience with us in our reviews.

We offer a variety of wedding photography packages designed for couples across Chicago and throughout Illinois. Whether you’re planning an outdoor celebration surrounded by trees or an intimate gathering in the city, we bring creativity, care, and experience to every wedding. Original Weddings is proud to travel anywhere in the state to capture your day with artistry and heart. We can’t wait to meet more couples like Ashley and Steven and tell their story through our lens.

Original Weddings is a team of Chicago wedding photographers and videographers. Please click here to learn more about our Chicago photography and videography services. This wedding was edited in our Timeless editing style. We offer three different photography editing styles: Timeless, Airy and Rustic. Please click here to learn more about our photography styles. You pick the style you love for your photos.

River Forest Wedding Photos

Chicago Wedding Photographers

Original Weddings is a talented team of Chicago wedding photographers who love capturing real moments and emotions. Chicago is filled with character, from its historic charm to its modern skyline, and that mix makes every wedding day unique. Photographing weddings in this city inspires us every time the architecture, the parks, and the lakefront light give us endless ways to create something beautiful. We especially love photographing weddings at River Forest because it feels like a hidden gem just outside the city, offering an inviting atmosphere that blends perfectly with our storytelling style.

Our team often travels beyond Chicago to capture weddings across nearby areas such as Oak Park, Naperville, Evanston, and Schaumburg. Whether it’s an intimate backyard celebration or a grand ballroom event, we bring the same passion and creative energy to every shoot. Original Weddings has years of experience working with couples throughout Illinois, creating timeless photography that feels both natural and personal. We know how important it is to have a professional team that truly understands lighting, emotion, and detail. That’s why couples trust us to capture their day with care, turning each moment into a piece of their love story they can treasure forever.

Chicago Wedding Videographers

Original Weddings is a passionate team of Chicago wedding videographers who love turning real moments into lasting memories. We’ve filmed countless weddings across the city and nearby places like Oak Park, Naperville, and Evanston. Every film we create focuses on emotion, movement, and the story that makes each couple unique. Shooting weddings at River Forest gives us another chance to showcase our creative eye and storytelling approach. Our experience in capturing natural light and candid moments helps us create wedding films that feel authentic, timeless, and full of heart. We’re proud to share love stories throughout Chicago and beyond.