ENGAGEMENTS

Chicago Botanic Garden Engagement: Colleen + Nick

Walking through the Chicago Botanic Garden for Nick & Colleen's engagement session made me remember how wonderful it was to be engaged to the man of my dreams. How sweet it is to love and be loved in return. It is a true blessing. 

Watching them smile at one another was so contagious and their laughs were even more endearing. 

The love that these two share is so captivating and warm. Congratulations Nick & Colleen, I cannot wait to celebrate your wedding this September! 

Photographed by Nicee Martin for Melissa Marie Photography

Naperville Engagement Session: Colleen + Greg

Colleen and Greg are dear friends of Lance and I. Lance and Greg’s story started many years ago when they met in 8th grade. But it wasn’t until last January when they reconnected at a engagement party of a mutual friend, that the four us, Lance, Greg, Colleen and I grew closer. When we stepped into the party that night, Greg greeted us with a big hug and introduced us to his lovely girlfriend, Colleen. And go figure, we already knew Colleen!! She was a member of the gym that Lance teaches at! Well the four of us were inseparable that evening and thus began the rekindling of what I hope to be a lifelong friendship. Since then, it’s been a crazy ride of attending various wedding events, bowling in the midst of thunderstorms, hanging out on weekday nights (hey, I’m a homebody, don’t judge me), and even Colleen becoming my chiropractor– yes, I know, beauty & brains, she’s the total package!! I am very grateful for the friend Greg has been to Lance over the years and the for the wonderful doctor Colleen has been to me. It is an absolute honor for me to capture these precious moments for them. Can’t wait until Sept 5, 2014!!

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Photographed by Nicee Martin for Melissa Marie Photography

Willis Tower Engagement Session: Mallory + Tom

The second I began clicking my camera, the sparks began to fly. The love that these two share for each other is electrifying!  And I mean- how couldn’t it be!? We’re standing on a ledge of a skyscraper overlooking the city, but even more than that, Mallory is one gorgeous woman! She is glamorous! And Tom, well he truly adores her. I mean it’s not everyday you meet a man who surprises his girl with a pair of Christian Louboutin stilettos! How awesome is that?! I am truly looking forward to their wedding at the River East Art Center this summer. Something tells me that it’ll be a spectacular event!

Photographed by Nicee Martin for Melissa Marie Photography

Kinzie Street Bridge Engagement: Jenna + Grant

It’s not every day you meet someone bold enough to wear bright blue pants; so I must admit, I was a little nervous when Grant & Jenna strolled into Starbucks to meet for their engagement session. However, after the first few clicks of my camera, and a couple of fun jokes in between, we were fast friends. We started our shoot on the Franklin Street Bridge, downtown Chicago then decided to take a stroll over to the, ever so popular, Kinzie Street Bridge for a few shots where these two soon decided that it was time to pull out their cool shades! Lol. I don’t think either of them could have chosen a cuter companion as they both complement each other so well. Jenna’s reserved personality is the perfect match to Grant’s cool hair-slicking persona. And together, they are complete-- a perfect match. I am so looking forward to their wedding at West Baden Springs Hotel on the French Lick Resort in Indiana. I know it's gonna have a blast!

Photographed by Nicee Martin for Melissa Marie Photography

Danada House Surprise Engagement: Melvin + Marquita

The only thing better than having the love of your life “pop the question” is actually catching that moment in a photograph so that you can relive it over and over again.  Melvin & Marquita.  I am so honored to have had the opportunity to capture those moments for you two.  I wish you both much love and many many blessings for the years ahead.

Congratulations!

 

MARQUITA TO BE FEATURED ON TLC'S “I FOUND THE DRESS”

Images from Melvin & Marquita's surprise engagement were featured on TLC's "I Found the Gown - Don't Let the Gown Get You Down" - Season 2, Episode 7 which aired on 5/10/13. 
More details can be found at the following:

  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBVWkp5H26c
  • http://www.tlc.com/tv-shows/i-found-the-gown/photos/vows-dresses-discounts-pictures/

Photographed by Nicee Martin for Melissa Marie Photography