Melissa Ferrara Photography

Melissa Ferrara Photography Weddings, Elopements, Couples, Branding, Sports Photography

A few frames from Maggie + Matt’s beautiful intimate wedding at Venue: Hair + Makeup: Dress: Florist:
05/11/2026

A few frames from Maggie + Matt’s beautiful intimate wedding at

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We had the most beautiful light at the Art Institute for Danielle + Josh’s engagement session So excited for their weddi...
04/23/2026

We had the most beautiful light at the Art Institute for Danielle + Josh’s engagement session

So excited for their wedding later this year!

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Chicago engagement photographer, indoor engagement session locations, Chicago wedding photographer

A hazy skyline and a romantic garden on a beautiful summer day Venue + Catering: Hair + Makeup: Florist: Harpist:
04/02/2026

A hazy skyline and a romantic garden on a beautiful summer day



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Quiet moments with Emma before the day begins Venue: Photo: Dress: Hair: Makeup: Florist: 👰
03/31/2026

Quiet moments with Emma before the day begins

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Chicagohenge in all its chaos. So many people, cars and bikes. The 15 minute window of light goes by so fast. Still such...
03/22/2026

Chicagohenge in all its chaos.

So many people, cars and bikes. The 15 minute window of light goes by so fast. Still such a cool thing to experience and shoot.

Chicago photographer, street photography, golden hour, sunset, spring equinox

Some things are felt more than they’re said Chicago engagement photographer, Chicago wedding photographer, engagement ph...
03/19/2026

Some things are felt more than they’re said

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What a gift it is to marry your best friend. The one who makes even the mundane feel fun. The one you turn to when life ...
03/17/2026

What a gift it is to marry your best friend. The one who makes even the mundane feel fun. The one you turn to when life gets tough. The one who chooses you every day, no matter what.

Taylor and Drew found that in each other, and it’s a beautiful thing.

Their day had those quiet, emotional moments and a dance floor that didn’t slow down. It was such a joy to capture their love.

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Maggie + Matt at the Art Institute 🤍 You’d never know there were like 10,000 people there that day. Even with the crowd ...
03/11/2026

Maggie + Matt at the Art Institute 🤍

You’d never know there were like 10,000 people there that day. Even with the crowd we had so much fun. I’m so lucky having this career where I get to go to all these amazing places and document these milestones for such lovely people. Can’t wait to go back!

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Alyssa’s wedding mood board was full of romantic inspiration with rich reds and glowing candlelight. I love seeing my co...
02/23/2026

Alyssa’s wedding mood board was full of romantic inspiration with rich reds and glowing candlelight. I love seeing my couples’ visions come to life.

Mix of digital + Film

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Big city. Little moments. Anita + Mike both said that one photo they’d want to see from their day was something candid a...
02/17/2026

Big city. Little moments. Anita + Mike both said that one photo they’d want to see from their day was something candid and full of joy.

Yes, we got the beautiful portraits, skyline views, and candlelit tables, but the moments that mattered most were the ones in between.

Candid moments always win.

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