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He’s wildly spontaneous and charming. She’s down-to-earth and smokin’ hot. Somewhat paradoxical, and yet, it makes perfect sense for this couple boasting bonafide star status. Early on in their courtship, Nathan, lead vocalist for Chicago rock band Madina Lake, literally rocked the sassy socks off of Jenna, a media personality here in town whom you might remember from here and here. (Um, hello, hottie… it’s no wonder that her certifiable rock-femme appeal won over Nathan’s heart!)

Their wedding looked like a cover of Rolling Stone mag: awash in whites and studded with bits of gold at times. It was staged against the backdrop of Gallery 1028’s raw loft space in the industrial Goose Island district of Chicago. Classic rock and roll tunes played at dinner, and when the night was over, they rolled out in their hippie van.

The affair exuded a high-low mix of rocker style tempered with vintage romance. Nathan’s all-white ensemble––complete with white jeans, studded belt and Chuck Taylor kicks––was offset by Jenna’s pretty pile of organza roses making up her Songul Sarpbas designer gown.

I had a blast capturing all the undeniably badass details of this wedding, from the bride’s pimped-out, jewel-encrusted Jeffrey Campbell heels to the Ketel One centerpiece holders (long since emptied!), the American Gold lace minidresses and platform wedges worn by bridesmaids, to the––wait for it––backstage concert passes that doubled as table seating cards!

A brief overview of Jenna and Nathan’s rockstar-studded big day:

Thank you so so so much, Jenna and Nathan! Photographing your special day (and your amazing entourage of friends and family!) was a true lesson in life, love and rock ‘n roll. I know you both have a rockin’ future ahead of you. Obvi.

xo, Melissa

 

Jenna & Nathan’s Wedding Guide ::

Venue, Gallery 1028 // Bride’s Attire, Songul Sarpbas gown, Jeffrey Campbell shoes // Bride’s Makeup and Hair, Mariel Fritscher // Groom’s Attire, tuxedo from Romantic Wedding factory overseas // Bridesmaids’ Dresses, American Gold // Flowers, Self-designed // Videographer, Aidan Brezonick // Event Designer, Self-designed // Food, Calihan Catering // Wedding Consultant, Katie Hall Jasinski of Gallery 1028 // Cake, Lauren Hamilton of The Sugar Circle // Music, Self-designed

 

 

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  • AmandaJune 5, 2012 - 9:17 pm

    I have been waiting for you to post their wedding because I just knew it would be all kinds of amazing!!! And it totally is! Gorgeous work, Melissa!

  • MelissaJune 5, 2012 - 9:30 pm

    Thanks, Amanda!!

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I met with Nimisha and Chetan contacted me earlier this year about shooting their engagement party.  This will be my first time shooting an indian engagement party.  I’ve shot many Indian weddings but never an engagement party so therefore I was a little bit excited about this day.  The tent lighting at the Eaglewood Resort and Spa was absolutely gorgeous and it brought such a beautiful glow to the mood throughout the room.  This day was full of many surprises to the bride and groom.  The biggest surprise was for the bride herself when the groom sprinted off his chair to perform a Bollywood style dance!  The look on her face was priceless!!!

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Congrats you two!!  Thanks for having me on this day!

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It’s been a super fun contest!.  There were so many really cute contestants.  I can imagine it was hard for most people to decide whom to vote for.

For those that entered, every contestants receives a credit of $25 toward future sessions.

Annnd, without further adieu…

Third place winner goes to Beagle Love.  The 3rd place winner will receive a $50 credit towards a future session with Melissa Diep Photography!

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Second place winner goes to Little Bunny Freddy.  The 2nd place winner will receive a $75 credit towards a future session with Melissa Diep Photography!

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First place winner goes to Sweetness.  And of course, first place winner receives a session of your choice.  Winning photo session must be redeemed no later than June 1, 2012.

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To schedule future session, please contact me at [email protected]

Thank you everyone that voted.  It meant a lot to me and everyone else that entered.  Once again, congrats to all!!  See you all next spring for the next contest!!

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