Chicago Wedding Photographer

Hi, I’m Megan Vander Ploeg — Ryan’s other half! For the past seven years, I’ve had the joy of watching Ryan grow his videography business and craft, all while building my own passion for capturing life’s most meaningful celebrations through photography. While I take pride in the technical skills I’ve developed, what I value most is bringing a calm, joyful presence to your wedding day — helping you feel comfortable, confident, and fully present. As a mom and storyteller at heart, I know how fleeting these once-in-a-lifetime moments can be. My goal is to document your day with heart, care, and authenticity, creating images that reflect the emotion, connection, and joy of your story.

A black silhouette of Spider-Man swinging through the city at night.
A smiling couple embracing by the water with a city skyline in the background on a clear day.
A newlywed couple celebrating outdoors with guests, the bride holding a bouquet of flowers and smiling, while the groom is in a blue suit, smiling and laughing, as confetti is falling around them.
A collection of wedding accessories and invitations arranged on a gray surface, including a gold mirror box with blue lace and pearl decor, wedding invitations, perfume bottles, jewelry, and a vow book.
A couple embracing outdoors at sunset surrounded by greenery and tall plants, with city buildings in the background.
A bride and groom embrace outdoors on their wedding day, the bride in a strapless wedding gown with a veil, holding a bouquet, and the groom in a dark suit, standing on grass near a tree with dense foliage in the background.
Bride and groom smiling and walking outdoors with wedding party on a grassy field, surrounded by trees with fall foliage.
A couple embracing and dancing on a beach at sunset, with the man lifting the woman in his arms as they look into each other's eyes.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss outdoors, with the bride holding a bouquet of red and white roses. The background features a blurred landscape with autumn trees.
A young couple walking on the beach, smiling and looking at each other, with a city skyline in the background during sunset.
A couple standing close together outdoors during sunset, smiling, with the man gently touching the woman's shoulder and the woman resting her hand on the man's chest, in a scenic park or garden with city buildings in the background.
A happy couple, a woman and a man, outdoors with greenery in the background, sharing a joyful moment. The woman is wearing a white dress and the man is wearing a white shirt.
A bride and groom walking hand in hand outdoors, the bride holding a bouquet of red and white roses, with trees displaying fall colors in the background.
A young man and woman sitting on steps outside at dusk, with the man placing his arm around the woman. The woman is sitting with her legs extended, wearing high heels and a sleeveless dress, looking contemplative. The man is dressed in a button-up sh

Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration or a full wedding weekend, my process centers around a few key values. I take time to get to know you and understand your vision for how you want your day documented. I provide clear guidance throughout — from crafting a thoughtful, personalized wedding-day timeline to offering insight on how to create space for genuine, joy-filled moments.

On your wedding day, my goal is to bring a calm, steady presence that keeps things running smoothly and allows you to be fully present. And after your celebration, I ensure a timely turnaround so you can relive the emotion and magic of your day while it’s still fresh.

For couples looking for both photography and videography, Ryan and I offer joint packages that provide both cost-saving benefits and the confidence of hiring a team who works seamlessly together — ensuring that both photo and video are beautifully and intentionally captured.

Our Process

A bride and groom sharing an intimate moment outdoors, with the bride holding a bouquet of flowers, both with eyes closed, about to kiss.
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