Susan Ryan Photography | Chicago, IL

The Alternative School Portrait

Published April 30th, 2013 by
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I wouldn't want the traditional school portrait replaced, but a b&w, natural light rendition might be a nice option for the spring...

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Categorized In: school portraits

It's all in the Details

Published April 25th, 2013 by
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This is such a lovely example of how it all comes together-with some help. I wasn't surprised to find out the fitting, lovingly crafted floral displays were the work of Fleur. A welcome etsy find are the rustic, chic printed printed materials from Beacon Lane. The crew from Hearty Boys catering was-as always-fun, generous, relaxed, and professional. They also create one of the best vegetarian dishes around! All of this was enjoyed after an Old St. Michaels ceremony and some picture taking around town.

Categorized In: beacon lane. rustic wedding | fleur | hearty boys | old st. michaels

The Portrait Station

Published March 4th, 2013 by
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A few people are inquiring about having a 'portrait station' set up at their event. This is a great way for family and friends to have a professional photograph taken while everyone is looking great and in fine spirits ; ) Here are a few samples of what we can do; Natural. Authentic. Creative. Fun. All images are originally captured in color (just shown here in b&w).

Categorized In: photo booth | portrait station | wedding portraits

Best Pick 2013 from "The Knot"

Published January 31st, 2013 by
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Thank you so much for appreciating my work.

Judy & Sam-Marriott Lincolnshire

Published January 17th, 2013 by Susan Ryan Photography
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A couple asked to see samples for their upcoming wedding at the Marriott Lincolnshire. I was so happy to have an excuse to highlight these images! Judy and Sam had a very traditional jewish wedding, complete with tish and bedeken ceremonies. These are spirited, joyful, and boisterous affairs. As a photojournalist, I am elated to be in the middle of it all!

Categorized In: bedeken ceremony | jewish wedding photography | marriott lincolnshire | tish ceremony

Wine Lover's Wedding

Published December 11th, 2012 by
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Lea is the 3rd sister (and 3rd wedding) I have photographed for this Italian family! She and Mike picked one of the prettiest places in Chicago for their nuptials, The Shrine of our Lady of Pompeii, where a large group photo in front of the church post ceremony is a tradition. Notable details at the burgundy toned Venuti's reception included corked namecards, a grape topped wedding cake, takeaway wine gift, and magnum placed at each table-produced, bottled, and labeled by the bride's father!

Categorized In: our shrine of our lady of pompeii | venuti's | wine wedding

November Light

Published November 19th, 2012 by
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I had the pleasure of meeting and working with this family of 7 for a portrait session on our lovely Lake Michigan. It was one of those misty, cool November afternoons-a great time for shooting outdoors with lighting concurrently moody, tranquil, and dreamy. Thank you for traveling over an hour to do this with me! I hope it becomes an annual tradition.