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Fox Lake Wedding | J+J | GCP by Nicole

05 Monday Oct 2020

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It was such an honor to shoot Jodi and Jonny’s wedding at the National Athletic Club in Fox Lake. The weather could not have been more perfect and the Chain of Lakes was the perfect backdrop to their ceremony and portraits.

Jodi and Jonny have a love for each other that just radiates off of them. Every single guest could be heard making comments about how crazy they both were about each other. The way that they individually talked to me about each other, the way that they looked at each other and the way interacted when near each other without even thinking about it was something so special to be around. Their vows brought out many tears of happiness.

There were so many special moments included in the ceremony. They picked the date of September 5, 2020 because it would have been the 50th wedding anniversary of Jonny’s parents. While his Mom was there in spirit shining brightly down on them, Jonny’s Dad walked Jodi down the aisle to give her away and had the most beautiful words to say. The aisle Jodi and her bridesmaids walked down was filled with pictures of memories of all of their loved ones. One of Jonny’s dearest friends was the officiant and their bridal party was made up of their closest family and friends.

After the ceremony guests were treated to Five Squared Pizza +
Bakery
as an appetizer, which was a huge hit! A lovely catered dinner and dancing all night long finished the night off perfectly. Of course they had one last surprise for all of their guests with their last dance. It started off with a nice sweet song, but was cut off half way through and they broke off into the Tootsie Roll! I loved every minute of it.

I feel like the only proper way of ending this blog and sending some love back to Jodi and Jonny is by saying:

Tilt. Tilt. Sweater. Sweater.

Nicole ~ Fox Lake Wedding/GCP by Nicole

Merrillville, IN Wedding | Joana + Brett | Gina Cristine

10 Wednesday Apr 2019

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This intimate Fall wedding is sure to give you all the feels!

Joana and Brett were so much fun to be with on their wedding day. They are truly a perfectly matched couple that love and laugh together like no other. The way they look at each other and the way their personalities play off of each other is something every couple should strive for.

A little rain didn’t ruin their perfect day either! They were supposed to have an outdoor ceremony and we realized the night before Mother Nature had other ideas, so Brett literally whipped up their alter to get married under that night. Ladies take note and find yourself a man that will go to these lengths for you!

Joana went with my suggestion with some clear umbrellas and we had so much fun using them for outdoor portraits! I love when couples and their bridal party really get into their photos. It makes the day that much more special and allows me to get really creative with them.

Joana was a gorgeous glowing bride and I was so excited when we found a willow tree with bursts of Fall colors coming through still. We took a moment to have a little maternity session and I was beyond thrilled with how they turned out.

So much love for you Joana and Brett, baby girl’s newborn session coming up next!

Nicole ~ Merrillville, Indiana Wedding Photographer/Gina Cristine

Emerson Creek | Danielle + Fred

16 Monday Apr 2018

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Danielle and Fred’s wedding day was just as amazing as they are together and I was so honored to be a part of it.  Not a single detail was missed from the personalized mason jars, to the beer flights and the mini pies.  The beautiful bouquets you see, they were put together by the bride!  She planned most of the wedding while living out of state and wanted to be able to really be hands on for something.  They came out absolutely stunning!  Their bridal party was just as gorgeous and absolute troopers for making the most of the pouring rain.  They are definitely some of my favorite bridal party images.  It was a night filled with love, laughter and a bit of lightening.

I wish you both a lifetime of happiness!

~Nicole

Ceremony:  St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church

Reception:  Emerson Creek Pottery & Tearoom

Wedding Coordinator: A Charmed Life

Bakery:  Three Twigs Bakery

Band: O’Dea Entertainment

Photographer: Gina Cristine Photography

Wedding at the Orrington | Tiana + Alex

19 Monday Mar 2018

Posted by Gina in gina, Gina + Tom, Weddings, Weddings

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Wedding at the Orrington

Grace, elegance, and timeless are just a few words to not only describe Tiana, but her and Alex’s entire wedding day. Tiana and Alex contacted us two years before their wedding day, and throughout the two years we have developed a friendship. Talking to Tiana is like talking to myself sometimes. We have so many of the same interests! Showing up to their wedding day was showing up to a good friend’s wedding day.

 

I knew Tiana and Alex’s day would be nothing short of amazing. Having spent time with Tiana, Alex and Tiana’s family already, there was no doubt in my mind that their wedding was going to be incredibly beautiful and full of so much love.

I could go on and on about this day and Tiana and Alex, but let’s get to the point…the pictures! Scroll down and enjoy the story of Tiana and Alex’s wedding day.

Tiana and Alex, we are so so honored you chose us to photograph your day and that we have become friends. We wish you nothing but a happily ever after!

So much love,

Gina + Tom

 

This day was all that and more thanks to this very special creative team:

Ceremony: Madona Della Strada

Reception: Hilton Orrington

Florals: Flowers by Christine

Cake: Cake Chicago

Band: Blue Water Kings

Video: Plan A

Photography: Gina Cristine Photography

Wedding at Journeyman Distillery | Brittany + Jon

09 Friday Feb 2018

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Three Oaks, Michigan

Wedding at Journeyman Distillery

Brittany and Jon were married at the gorgeous Notre Dame Basilica where Brittany went to school. They were lucky enough to have a perfect snowy wedding day to add to their winter wedding. Everyone made it safely to the ceremony and were welcomed by bagpipes. After, everyone gather and cozied up at the Journeyman for dinner and dancing.

Such a wonderful day filled with some of the best people. Brittany and Jon are such a fun and loving couple. We loved getting to see Brittany and Ashley’s awesome family again and documenting another Hanrahan wedding.

Brittany and Jon, we wish you nothing but a happily ever after! We loved being a part of your day!

So much love, Gina + Tom.

 


The following creative team made this day perfect:

Ceremony:Basilica of the Sacred Heart

Reception: Journeyman Distillery 

Wedding Coordinator: 1928 Planning

Florals: Snap dragon Designs

Bakery: Bake Me Off

DJ: Moments in Time

Photography: Gina Cristine Photography 

 

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