Candace Sims Photography

Candace Sims Photography Chicago + Denver Wedding Photographer
Refined, timeless weddings rooted in love. Storytelling with intention.

Candace Sims, an award-winning wedding & lifestyle photographer based in Chicago, IL. Candace offers her exceptional services to clients throughout the Midwest, Denver and worldwide.

From timeless architecture to the lakefront at golden hour, Alex & D’s engagement session was nothing short of magical. ...
07/22/2026

From timeless architecture to the lakefront at golden hour, Alex & D’s engagement session was nothing short of magical. 🤍✨

There’s something so special about documenting the beginning of a forever story—the quiet moments, the laughter, and the love that speaks for itself. I’m incredibly grateful to preserve memories they’ll look back on for a lifetime.

Cheers to this beautiful season of life and everything that’s ahead.

Congratulations, Alex & D. 💍🥹



What an incredible honor! 🤍✨We’re so grateful that TWO of our amazing couples were featured in the July 2026 Issue of Ch...
07/18/2026

What an incredible honor! 🤍✨

We’re so grateful that TWO of our amazing couples were featured in the July 2026 Issue of Chicago Style Weddings!

✨ Nzuzi & Kyle were featured twice—our beautiful bride Nzuzi in Dress Shopping Tips, and their heartfelt first look at in The Perfect Spot – Venue Feature.

✨ Anna & Robert’s timeless reception at was also featured in The Perfect Spot – Venue Feature.

A huge thank you to our wonderful couples for trusting us with your wedding memories, and congratulations to the incredible vendor teams who helped bring these beautiful celebrations to life. We’re so thankful to be part of these special moments.

Thank you, , for the feature! 🤍



Couple: Nzuzi and Kyle
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Wedding Planning: Nzuzi & Kyle
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Bride’s Dress:
Bridal Hairstylist:
Brides Makeup Artist: .janiamakeupartistry
Bridesmaids Makeup Artist:
Officiant:
Dj and Entertainment: DJ SKIT WIT IT

Couple: Anna and Robert
Wedding Vendor Team
Planner: .events
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It’s my birthday! 🎉✨44. What a gift.Today I’m celebrating not just another year, but a life filled with lessons, growth,...
07/11/2026

It’s my birthday! 🎉✨

44. What a gift.

Today I’m celebrating not just another year, but a life filled with lessons, growth, unexpected blessings, and so much grace. Through every high and every low, God has remained faithful, and for that, my heart is full.

I’m incredibly thankful for the family, friends, and loved ones who have walked beside me, prayed for me, encouraged me, and celebrated life with me.

A special thank you to for capturing these stunning portraits in France. 🇫🇷 They beautifully preserve a season I’ll always cherish. 📸✨

Cheers to another year of trusting God, embracing new adventures, and living with joy and purpose. ❤️
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07/11/2026

Less than a month until Jalen & Daisy say “I do!” 🤍

We wrapped up their final walkthrough at The Chicago History Museum, and seeing everything come together made it all feel so real. 🌺

I can’t wait to capture such a beautiful day for these two. Counting down! ✨

Wedding Planner & Florals:

06/30/2026

June Recap ✨
Chicago ➝ South of France 🇺🇸✈️🇫🇷
Dream clients. Dream destinations.

Wedding Vendors
Venue: Chateau de Lartigolle,
Florals: Jo Faiers,
Photography: Candace Sims,
Videography: Baxter and Ted,
Hair and makeup: Sarah Fekir,
Piano/DJ: Damien Keys, .keys
Saxophone: Amber Jordan,





06/27/2026

POV: You’re photographing a château wedding in France 🇫🇷✨







Wedding Vendors
Venue: Chateau de Lartigolle,
Florals: Jo Faiers,
Photography:
Videography: Baxter and Ted,
Hair and makeup: Sarah Fekir,
Piano/DJ: Damien Keys, .keys
Saxophone: Amber Jordan,

Hi, I’m Candace. 🫶🏽I'm a Chicago-based wedding photographer, available worldwide, capturing joyful, genuine couples who ...
06/27/2026

Hi, I’m Candace. 🫶🏽

I'm a Chicago-based wedding photographer, available worldwide, capturing joyful, genuine couples who believe their wedding day is about celebrating a lifelong commitment surrounded by the people they love most.

If you’re drawn to timeless elegance, intentional details, natural light, and photographs that feel effortless yet refined, you’re exactly who I love serving.

My style is true-to-color, editorial, and rooted in authentic connection—capturing both the beautifully curated moments and the ones you never saw coming.

Because years from now, these photographs won’t just remind you how your wedding looked.

They’ll remind you how it felt.

Welcome. I’m so glad you’re here. 🤍

Photo taken by the talented: 🤎

Post-Wedding Weekend Bliss 🇫🇷☀️The celebrations don’t end after the wedding—they just slow down in the best way.Jessica ...
06/26/2026

Post-Wedding Weekend Bliss 🇫🇷☀️

The celebrations don’t end after the wedding—they just slow down in the best way.

Jessica & Josh woke up to sunny skies in the South of France countryside at Chateau de Lartigolle, where the only thing on the agenda was soaking up every last moment with their favorite people. A French BBQ, a pool party, and Bloody Marys waiting because, really... what else do you drink the morning after your wedding to get everyone energized for one more unforgettable day?

No schedules. No stress. Just sunshine, laughter, great food, and memories that stretch far beyond “I do.”

Here’s to ending the wedding weekend exactly how it should be—barefoot by the pool, surrounded by family and friends, celebrating Jessica & Josh one last time before heading home. 🇫🇷🥂







Wedding Vendors
Venue: Chateau de Lartigolle,
Florals: Jo Faiers,
Photography: Candace Sims,
Videography: Baxter and Ted,
Hair and makeup: Sarah Fekir,
Piano/DJ: Damien Keys, .keys
Saxophone: Amber Jordan,

Jessica + Josh 🤍Beneath the stone walls of a historic French cave, bathed in the glow of the afternoon sun, Jessica and ...
06/25/2026

Jessica + Josh 🤍

Beneath the stone walls of a historic French cave, bathed in the glow of the afternoon sun, Jessica and Josh exchanged vows surrounded by their closest family and friends.

The intimate ceremony felt timeless—filled with emotion, quiet moments, and the unmistakable magic of gathering together in such an extraordinary place. As day turned to evening, the celebration continued at Château de Lartigolle, where heartfelt toasts, laughter, and endless embraces carried into the night.

As daylight faded into dusk, the newlyweds and their guests were serenaded by saxophonist Amber Jordan, whose melodies drifted through the warm French air beneath a canopy of stars. With the moon rising overhead and laughter lingering long into the night, it was the perfect finale to a day that felt both deeply intimate and utterly unforgettable.

A love story written in the French countryside. ✨🇫🇷


 
 
 


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