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Rainy Downtown Chicago Engagement Session

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Rainy Downtown Chicago Engagement Session

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May Wedding at Illinois Wesleyan University

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May Wedding at Illinois Wesleyan University

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December always feels like this in-between space… a moment to breathe, look back, and look ahead. 2025 brought so many unforgettable moments, and 2026 is already shaping up to be something special.

[Chicago wedding photographer, Chicago photo

A quiet moment alone amidst the celebration.

Photographer: @sydneymariephotography
Venue: @theballroomatmckay
Beauty: @farbahouseofbeauty
Florist: Stitches + Stems
Catering: @gilmorecatering
DJ: @newswivel
Cake: @thecakabakery

Grand Rapids wed

Cocktail hour is one of my favorite parts of a wedding day to photograph. It’s a mix of candid moments, real connection, and everyone finally getting to celebrate together.

Photography: @sydneymariephotography
Planner: @up_north_even

Hello! It’s been a while since I’ve shown my face on here, and I’ve had quite a few new friends join lately. I’m Sydney, a wedding photographer based in Chicago and Michigan.

I just officially wrapped up my 2025 wedding seaso

Always a big fan of an aisle dip kiss.

Venue: @bayviewweddings
Photographer: @sydneymariephotography
Florist: Natalie's Petals
DJ: @spartydjs
Dress: @doragracebridal

[Michigan wedding photographer, Northern Michigan wedding, Traverse City wedding

Currently on the train into Chicago and wanted to share a few of my favorite photos from Abby and Inigo’s engagement session earlier this month. Loved exploring the city with them and can’t wait for their wedding next year!

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SYDNEY MARIE PHOTOGRAPHY

Sydney Marie Photography is a premier Midwest wedding photographer based in both Michigan and Chicago. She proudly serves couples throughout Grand Rapids, Traverse City, Detroit, and the greater Chicagoland area, documenting weddings with vibrant, true-to-life imagery. With over 13 years of experience, she brings a calm and intentional approach to every celebration across the Midwest and beyond.

sydney@sydneymariephotography.com
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