When I was invited by Kristen from Kio Kreations to collaborate on this inspirational wedding shoot I was like “Yes, Yes, and Where do I sign up?”. Every time I head off to a new wedding, there’s always the excitement of seeing the dress, the bouqet, the style and palette, as well as just photographing all...
Greg and Lauren were married at St. John Neumann in St. Charles, Illinois and had their reception at Riverview Banquets in Batavia, Illinois. We visited various locations in and around the Fox Valley for some fun shots before heading off to cut the cake and cut the rug at the banquet hall. I did their...
Fishermens Inn in Elburn, Illinois has a very special place in my wedding photographer heart, because it’s where I got my start. Years ago, I probably shot my first 20 weddings, ever, there. Last year, the new owners, Patty and Mark, remodeled and opened the new and fabulous Gatherings at Fishermen’s Inn. They completely remodeled...
Happy four year blogaversary to me! Now, if you Google how to spell that, it has a couple of options, so I am going with the most popular of “blog-a-ver-sa-ry”. Anyhow, four years ago today, I enthusiastically started my Elite Photo blog and have loved every single minute of it. I have to say, if...
The Nagel Emporium is located on the historical Abbey Farms property within the Marmion Abbey in Batavia, Illinois. This unique and rustic barn venue offers a large, open floor plan with hanging chandeliers, windows all around 3 sides of the room, and a shabby chic bride’s room among many other features. June 3, 2014 Open...
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I’m Missy, and I’ll be your photographer for this beautiful journey. I’m a Batavia, IL wedding and lifestyle photographer with a love for beach holidays and ginger tea. Favorite color – sky blue
Laura MolitorMissy-Every time I read your blogs and look through your pictures, I get the chills. Your attention to detail is amazing and pulls me into the excitement and anticipation of the day. Your pictures capture all the little moments of a wedding day that sometimes get overlooked but will be looked back on as some of the more special times of the day.