redwood + sage

Tampa-based. Chicago-bound. Open to everywhere beyond

an offering to the future

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I knew John and Kate’s wedding was going to be different from the moment I heard they were building their day around their love of festivals and music. And honestly, it ended up being exactly that, colorful, a little unconventional, incredibly fun, and so completely them.  The sky was clear, the air was warm, and […]

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September 3, 2026

A Vibrant Festival-Themed Wedding in Galena, Illinois

husband and wife hold hands and celebrate after their ceremony, dressed in vibrant colors.
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East of Yellowstone Wedding in Dixon, IL There was something really special about this East of Yellowstone wedding in Dixon, Illinois. From the beginning, this couple was intentional about keeping their wedding day close-knit, centered around the people they love and the natural beauty around them. Everyone got ready under the same roof, spending the […]

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September 2, 2026

Intimate Dixon Illinois Wedding at East of Yellowstone Lodge

husband and wife walk hand in hand during sunset in open grass area surrounded by trees
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There are wedding days that are beautiful, and then there are wedding days that feel deeply alive. Ayala and Nathan’s wedding at Cheney Mansion on August 9th was the latter. Their weekend brought just about every kind of weather imaginable, including severe storms and constant changes to the forecast, but somehow, none of it ever […]

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August 16, 2026

Ayala + Nathan | Cheney Mansion

Documentary wedding photograph of a bride in a flowing white gown and groom in a dark suit walking toward each other across the lush grounds of Cheney Mansion in Oak Brook, Illinois, photographed through a window frame.
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THE VENUE : Hangout LightingGETTING READY : Wicker Park Inn THE COORDINATOR : Emily | Persnickety Planning THE VENDORS+ Photography : Redwood + Sage+ Florist : Arrangements by Addison | Nadia+ Hair + Makeup : Trish | Aglow by Trish+ Dessert : June Day Cakes | Portillos + Content Creation : Connolly Content Creation+ Caterer […]

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July 22, 2026

Brittni & Alyssa | Hangout Lighting

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THE VENUE : The Brix | Carpentersville, IL THE COORDINATOR : SNP | SNP Productions THE VENDORS Photography : Redwood + SageHair & Makeup : Spruce Hair Company Florist : Mortar Designs Baker : Allegrettis BakeryDJ : Midwest Best DJs | NoelCatering : True Cuisine THE DETAILS This friendship started out with awe and wonderment […]

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July 21, 2026

Cindy & Carlos | The Brix

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Jesse and AJ will be the first to tell you they’re not big camera people. So when we started talking about their engagement session, a traditional posed shoot was never really on the table. Instead we built their morning around exactly what they already do on weekends, slow coffee on the couch, their fur baby, […]

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June 2, 2026

Jesse + AJ | Chicago Engagemen

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Florida sunshine and blue skies welcomed everyone unfiltered and unapologetic. Getting ready at the Fenway set the scene for the energy of the day, old glamour Florida meets luxury jazz age hotel. the grand façade, the manicured grounds, the eclectic bespoke décor, it’s historic charm that doesn’t take itself too seriously. like it’s elegant but […]

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May 29, 2026

JD + Chase | Central Florida Wedding

Fenway Hotel facade in Dunedin Florida with terracotta roof tiles and palm trees against a clear blue sky
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The St. Vrain in longmont is the kind of venue that does half the work for you, moody brick walls, warm light, that mix of vintage and industrial that somehow feels cozy instead of cold. it set the tone perfectly for two people who are equal parts lively and deeply intentional about the people they […]

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April 28, 2026

Hannah + Andrew | St. Vrain Wedding

ride and groom exchanging vows by candlelight at the St. Vrain in Longmont, Colorado, beneath a crystal chandelier with exposed brick walls and intimate guest seating on New Year's Eve.
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Never underestimate a Summer wedding in the Midwest. Couples who seek joy in surprises will definitely have their fair share of fun. Bobbi Jo and Mike’s proved to be just that. Weddings at Aquaviva Winery never fail to have us in awe but seeing this venue shift throughout the seasons is always a joy. Summer, […]

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April 13, 2026

Bobbi Jo + Mike | Aquaviva Winery

bride and groom, in vineyard in sunlight during sunset in northern illinois
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Bear Lake, frozen fingers, and hot chocolate in Estes Park if you’ve ever thought about doing something a little different for your wedding day, skipping the big production, keeping it small, choosing a place that actually means something, this one is for you. we met at bear lake in january. the lake was completely frozen, […]

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April 12, 2026

Hannah + Andrew | RMNP Bridal Portraits

bride and groom holding hands walking across a frozen Bear Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park in winter with snow covered mountains and golden lit pine trees in the background

redwood + sage

documentary-minded photography with experience in creating art-forward, story-driven imagery rooted in emotion, nostalgia, and connection.