Stateline Fastpitch Softball - Roscoe Sports Photographer

Had a blast last Saturday afternoon photographing Anna Maria's girls softball team in their championship tournament!  Caught some great shots of the girls playing their "A" game.  They won this game and moved on to play in the championship game!  Thanks for inviting us to watch and enjoy your success.

Safe at home!!!

Strike

Fun in motion

Another run on the scoreboard for Anna Maria's

(Photographed by Melissa Spranger)

You and Me - Kenosha Wedding Photographer

Congratulations to Rachel & Chris Riggs.

They were married this last Saturday in Kenosha at Chris' parents home in their beautiful backyard. One would have never known with the beautiful decorations and tent set up for the reception area.

They decided to have a first viewing at Hawthorn Hollow in Kenosha. It was a beautiful park, and we made use of the older buildings there. It was nice to get the majority of the pictures done prior to the ceremony.

The ceremony was perfect and filled with emotions. Not only the bride and groom, but I think every guest (including the photography team) as a result of some heart-filled personal vows to each other, and Gavin. 

After the ceremony we had some fun in the golden wheat field behind the house, and with the farm tractor that Chris rebuilt and painted himself. The reception kicked into high gear with a family that can definitely dance the night away helped by Brigante Entertainment.

Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your special day! Enjoy your sneak peek!

You´re better then the best - Marengo Wedding Photographer

"You make me dance like a fool, forget how to breathe, shine like gold, buzz like a bee
Just the thought of you can drive me wild, Ohh you make me smile"

~Uncle Kracker

Congratulations to Paul & Melissa! 

It was a beautiful, warm day for a wedding. Their ceremony was held at The First Presbyterian Church in Marengo, IL. The wedding party arrived early, which allowed us to get most of the pictures done prior to the ceremony; minus the bride and groom being together. I highly recommend this, it made for pictures afterwards so much easier!

After the ceremony, we went to a local park to take some outdoor fun photos. I had "scoped" out the area a few days prior and wanted to use the firehouse's red garage doors. Melissa & Paul thought it'd be cool too. As we are taking pictures a firefighter arrives looking extremely excited to see a bride & groom and asked if we would like to use the fire engine - I was so very excited!

Afterwards, we headed to their reception at Joe's Place in Marengo. It was beautiful, and the food was excellent! The speeches were unforgettable. Melissa's father gave a speech beginning with "You look so beautiful" barely being able to say it due to emotions. The love of a Dad and his daughter definitely had this photographer teary eyed. 

The cake from Cakes by Dea was delicious, and Double Trouble DJ kept people out on the dancefloor.

The guests took some great pictures with our backdrop set-up, both formal and fun pictures.

We had fun, and hoping to work with this group again!

Best wishes Paul & Melissa! Enjoy your sneak peek! 

The sun will come out - Janesville/Rockford Wedding Photographer

Kali & Justin had a wonderful wedding day this last weekend with NO rain as it was originally predicted. 

In the morning the clouds were rather dark and some "good luck" sprinkles; Kali showed a little nervousness about the weather as they had planned on an outside wedding. Luckily it all passed over, and left blue skies and hot and sticky weather.

 

Kali & Justin were married at the beautiful Rotary Botanical Gardens in Janesville, Wisconsin. Justin's mother mentioned how she knew he would tear up when he saw Kali enter the garden, and that he did. 

He had every reason to do so, Kali looked stunning. 

Their ceremony followed with a reception at the Clock Tower Resort in Rockford, Illinois with some great food, family & friends, and dancing. One little boy in particular was a hit to watch. He was letting loose with the Egyptian dance, robot moves, and even a little break dancing. His Dad was on the side laughing, and I had to ask if he learned his moves from him.

We had a great day, and wish Kali & Justin them a lifetime of happiness. Enjoy the sneak peek! 

Here's why having TWO cameras running is a GREAT idea. Pictures like this are caught. The ring bearer didn't want any part of walking into the ceremony, so he decided to watch!

 Kali & Justin Kosinski