Ed & Aileen Photography

Name: Ed & Aileen Photography
Address: Chicago, IL, US
Telephone: +18728293177
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Capturing moments made by people who are madly in love. Not your typical wedding photographers.

05/19/2026

As wedding season kicks off, here’s your reminder to embrace the weather on your wedding day. We promise, it’ll be worth it.

Not only are we always prepared for the unpredictable Chicago weather, but we’ve also always had a soft spot for rainy weddings because our own wedding day came with nonstop thunderstorms. Before the ceremony even began, we and our entire wedding party were completely soaked. And yet somehow, those are still some of our favorite memories.

Exploring the city with our closest people, laughing through the chaos, cuddling under umbrellas, and fully surrendering to the day as it unfolded… it was imperfect in the most perfect way.

So if the forecast isn’t what you imagined, take a deep breath. The weather might just become part of the story in the most beautiful way.

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05/14/2026

Hi, we’re Ed & Aileen.

It’s been a while since we’ve introduced ourselves, so we thought it was time.

We’re the husband-and-wife team behind Ed & Aileen Photography: high school sweethearts, parents to three little ones, and creative partners. We are deeply sentimental, slightly chaotic, and endlessly grateful that this is what we get to do together.

More than ever, we’ve realized that becoming parents has changed the way we see almost everything. It has made us more aware of how quickly time moves, and even more passionate about preserving the people we love in every season. We notice the small things differently now, especially the moments that might feel ordinary in real time, but become everything later.

Our work has always been rooted in presence, emotion, and honest connection. But parenthood has made the “why” behind it feel even stronger. We believe the most beautiful photographs come from giving people space to be fully themselves, and then knowing when to step in, when to step back, and when to simply witness.

This may be an introduction, but more than anything, it’s a thank you.

To our couples, our vendor friends, the families who have trusted us, and every single person who has followed along through the years: thank you. Truly. We don’t take any of this lightly, and we feel incredibly lucky to keep telling stories like yours.

XO,
Ed & Aileen

05/12/2026

Christine & Jesse // A heartfelt fall wedding in Chicago, beginning with private vows at the South Pond and ending under the warm glow of Café Brauer.

This celebration was full of meaningful moments, including a Native American cedar blessing that brought such a beautiful sense of grounding and intention to the day. Between private vows overlooking the skyline, a wedding party that kept everyone laughing, and candlelit tables tucked inside one of Chicago’s most iconic spaces, every part of this wedding felt personal, elegant, and deeply alive.

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04/07/2026

Steph & Charlie // A little rain, a little chaos, and exactly the kind of NYC magic we love.

This felt like the perfect formula for the best kind of engagement session: running through the streets of SoHo in the rain, city lights coming alive all around us, and the kind of couple who made every second feel effortless and chic. We can’t wait to be back in NYC later this year.

04/06/2026

Liz & Konrad // A spring wedding in Chicago with so much softness, beauty, and energy.

A tearful first look, gorgeous details layered throughout the day, soft florals in the prettiest palette, and a dance floor that never lost its momentum. Every part of it felt thoughtful, joyful, and effortlessly beautiful from beginning to end. We couldn’t help but swoon 💕

Venue: .arbory
Catering & Coordination: .kitchen
Ceremony: St. Mary of the Angels
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04/03/2026

Francesca & Arun // A day that made our hearts sing.

A vibrant Hindu ceremony in the morning, followed by a sleek western ceremony and reception later that same day with each part of the celebration carrying its own distinct beauty while flowing together so seamlessly. We loved the way it moved between traditions and aesthetics with such intention, energy, and ease. And ending the night with fireworks felt like the perfect final note.

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04/01/2026

Jordyn & Andrew // Winter weddings like this have a way of feeling especially timeless.

Black tie elegance, a city backdrop softened by the season, candlelight and gold details warming the room, and a ceremony and reception that felt equal parts grand and intimate. Every frame from this day feels classic in the very best way - refined, romantic, and full of joy.

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Photo Assistant: Nicole Defilippis
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03/31/2026

Evelyn & Joe // Thunderstorms always take us back to this wedding reception.

Everything about this day felt authentic, and it had the kind of energy that only gets better when the weather refuses to cooperate. We absolutely love when couples embrace the weather. There’s just something about the rain that makes everything feel more romantic, more cinematic, and a little more electric.

And of course you have to end the night with an after party in pajamas because the best celebrations know how to have fun.

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03/30/2026

Ali & Hugo // A celebration that embodied style and joy.

There are wedding days that you remember, and then there are wedding days like this: brimming with glamour, love, and an unmistakable charm. From the sun-drenched rooftop first look to the vibrant Chinese lion dance, every element of this day was infused with intention and left a lasting impression. And fittingly, the night concluded with champagne in hand on Michigan Ave - a quintessential Chicago wedding sendoff.

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01/11/2026

Chicago, it’s time. Bear Down!

09/26/2025

Alex & Tim’s wedding details at The Arbory were a full vibe. Disco balls catching the light. Bold citrus florals spilling over in every direction. Succulents tucked between petals, and textures layered like art. Total proof that when you mix sparkle with blooms this good, the party starts before the dance floor even opens. ✨🌼🪩

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+18728293177

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http://www.edandaileen.com/

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