Monthly Archives: April 2010

Cheryl + Eric take on the West Loop :: Chicago Engagement Photographer

I had a blast shooting with Cheryl and Eric – their lighthearted sense of humor made for a relaxed session full of personality and love (my two favorite things when it comes to engagement sessions!)  We took a little tour around the West Loop and dabbled into the Loop and Museum Campus.  From shooting this session I know there will be tons of great moments at their wedding in November at the Morton Arboretum – can’t wait!!

Fleur Couture and Greenstar Creative hit Main Street, Downers Grove!

So excited to announce that our AHP friends Nicole of Fleur Couture and Lynda of Greenstar Creative have made a new home in Downers Grove.

Fleur Couture Event Floral Design & Boutique is a floral design firm that specializes in fresh flower arrangements and the customization of event décor.  Every piece is made to reflect the personal style and vision of the client, using only the freshest and finest materials.  From intimate dinner parties to extravagant wedding receptions, Fleur Couture caters to the clients’ needs and desires to create unique, exquisite floral masterpieces.

Greenstar Creative is known for their attention to detail, fine materials and creating custom stationary for all occasions.  Greenstar offers invitations “off the rack” or completely custom.

The Fleur Couture boutique provides new and vintage favors, gifts, linens, glassware, and other collectibles.  It is home to the Greenstar Creative invitation and stationary line, candles by Lucia, Linneas Lights, and Gold Rush, and also, handmade jewelry from Magana.

Fleur Couture Event Floral Design & Boutique :: 4956 Main Street, Downers Grove

Here are some of my favorites from their opening I shot last week:

John’s Surprise Proposal at The Art Institute :: Chicago Engagement Photographer

I was ecstatic when John contacted me back in November to start planning a surprise proposal for Anna.  John knew he wanted to be at the Art Institute – one of the couple’s favorite spots – it was the perfect location!  John gave Anna a portrait session for Valentine’s Day – so she knew we would be taking pictures….little did she know the session would quickly turn into an engagement session.  Last weekend the day was finally here and John was able to put all his plans in place.  Everything panned out perfectly – so enough babbling…here are the pics!!

Piper Jean

DRUMROLL PLEASE…………………….Introducing my adorable niece, goddaughter and newest AHP model extraordinaire…….Piper Jean!  Most of you may recognize Piper’s big sister (and my amazing niece) Kiara.  Congrats to my best bro Doug and my sister-in-law “super mommy” Andi!

AHP Sightings :: Chicago Wedding Photographer Amanda Hein

AHP Sighting on Oprah.com and Five Grain Events Blog

Oprah.com Wedding Amanda Hein