Elaine & Franklin Engagement Session

It's so rare to meet a lifelong friend and I found that in Elaine way back in 2006! We met at a midwest Christian conference and hit it off immediately through being in the same small group. She's the most funny, understanding, not to mention beautiful friend and I feel so blessed to have been friends for so long! We've had many long heart to heart talks and late nights together year after year at this conference. When we both ended up moving back to Chicago, it felt too good to be true! 

Fast forward to Franklin, who pursued Elaine wholeheartedly throughout their dating period. He proposed in Milwaukee with the cutest roses, photo memories and candle set up with a family dinner afterwards to celebrate. Props to him and this unforgettable surprise-filled night!

We shot at the ever gorgeous Milton Olive Lee Park at sunset and it was so sweet to enjoy this evening with them. The Chicago skyline is absolutely magical and I loved spending these dusk hours with Elaine & Franklin. 

I cannot wait to see these two tie the knot in October! <3 It can't come soon enough!