Chicago Riverwalk Couples Session | Olivia and Will

Absolutely not, you don’t have to be engaged to take photos. You just have to be in love. And Olivia and Will have no shortage of that. After seven years together, they’ve built a lifetime of memories in Chicago, Illinois. They met on the tennis court and still spend plenty of time there, crushing serves and sharing laughter. That kind of energy? It shows up in every photo.

A Photographer’s Dream on the Riverwalk

I met Olivia and Will during one of my own visits to Chicago. I was staying in the city, soaking in views from the LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton, which overlooks both the river and the iconic Wrigley Building, and it’s hard to imagine a more picturesque location, yes, even for a photographer.

Some people call me a workaholic, but honestly, how could I not want to shoot when surrounded by a city this beautiful?

A Serendipitous Matchup

After posting a last-minute model call on Instagram, one of my past couples, Clara and Clarence, shared it with their network, and that’s how I found Olivia and Will in my inbox. As luck would have it, Olivia is Clara’s cousin, and I’ll be seeing both her and Will again soon at Clara and Clarence’s wedding in Illinois. Small world, big smiles.

With a time set, we met up and wandered down to the Riverwalk for their spur-of-the-moment session. If you know Chicago, you know how fast the weather can change. But this day? Clear skies and golden light all the way. The city truly welcomed us with open arms.

I can’t wait to photograph Olivia and Will again at Clara and Clarence’s upcoming backyard wedding in Illinois. It’s amazing how photography keeps weaving people together, and this session is one I won’t forget anytime soon.

You don’t need a milestone to take photos, just a reason to celebrate where you are, together. Let’s plan something spontaneous and fun, wherever love finds you. And check out some additional Chicago sessions below!

xx,

Jennifer Lourie