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Emma and Kevin at The Dalcy Chicago

08/09/2025

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A Dreamy Flowers for Dreams Wedding at The Dalcy Chicago

An end of summer dream happened this August with Emma and Kevin a Fulton Market staple, The Dalcy Chicago. Unique blooms? Check. Perfectly mismatched bridesmaid dresses? Another check. South Gardens of the Art Institute for photos? Check again. Now, add a perfect temperature and an all-star vendor team. The result? A seamless wedding day from start to finish, and one that allows the couple to be fully present with their family and friends.

To know my clients is to know they love intentional details, and this wedding day was no exception. Emma envisioned a moody sunset palette with black and white details (namely the invites and dance floor) and the floral and design team delivered. Emma’s now brother in law Steve owns Flowers for Dreams, and boy did he and the team make dreams come true.

Following getting ready at her parents condo in Lincoln Park, Emma and Kevin did their first look across the street at the Chicago History Museum, followed by wedding party photos at the Art Institute and a few more at The Dalcy. The couple had a traditional Jewish ceremony to lean into Kevin’s family roots, followed by an Irish band at cocktail hour on the terrace at Aba to lean into Emma’s. The pair opted to have a large head table for their people, and had a reception full of touching toasts by their people, and a rocking dance floor thanks to Gold Coast Allstars. Scroll to see some of my favorites from their day.

Vendors: Planning: Clementine Events, Venue: The Dalcy and Aba Restauarant, Florals: Flowers for Dreams, HMUA: Three One Two Bridal, Bride’s Dress: Mira Couture, Groom’s Tux: Blvdier, String Quartet: Chicago Strings, Band: Gold Coast All Stars

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Artist's statement

hi, i'm Arielle.

I am an empathic lover girl. Gift giving is my love language. I love deeply, and am unwaveringly passionate about caring for others. Years of experience combined with an empathetic heart have allowed me to anticipate moments that truly capture the essence of your wedding day. I strive to create photos that feel perfectly, yet effortlessly, you. 

Your wedding photos should become apart of your legacy. They deserve to be family heirlooms. You should be able to look at them and remember exactly how you felt in those fleeting moments. 

I specialize in blending documentary photo journalism with fine art, creative portraiture. I aim to capture every moment with intention and care - from event design and perfectly curated details to the unedited joy of you on the dance floor with your best friends. From intimate, single night events to multi-day destination productions, I strive to tell stories within your photo galleries that are a perfect reflection of you. 

It is an honor to be the person behind the lens on your wedding day, and it is one that I will never take for granted.

xo,

Arielle

 

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Arielle has photographed over 250 weddings across 12 states, 6 countries, and 3 continents. While her heart beats for coastal and countryside Italian weddings, she is willing to travel anywhere and everywhere to document your day.

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