A couple weeks ago I second shot for Kenny Nakai for the wedding of Dawn and Richard, and since he just posted about it, I figured I should get on that too! This was an amazing wedding, with the ceremony being held at the Ss. Cyril & Methodius Church in Lemont, IL. From there we went downtown to the gorgeous Sofitel Hotel for their reception. I talked about it this before, but Dawn had EVERYTHING consistent, which set it up for beautiful night and fun pictures.

The bridesmaids and flower girl carried these hanging boquets, which I hear is less painful on the arms for a wedding:

Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

Speaking of gorgeous, they traveled in style with a classic black and red Rolls Royce, and here’s a glimpse from the drive into downtown:


Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

A few portraits:


Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

I think a favorite:


Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

They hired the 80’s band “The Brat Pack” to dance the night away, and boy was it a blast! Although I was but a few years old during those days, I feel like I grew up on these songs, and these guys were awesome! Everyone had a blast on the dance floor:


Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

Doesn’t this just scream fun times? I LOVE it!


Dawn and Richard's Wedding in Lemont, IL and Sofitel Hotel in Chicago, IL

Dawn and Richard, I had a blast at your wedding! You guys sure know how to party and I know you guys are going to have some awesome times to come!