Pendry Hotel + Chicago Cultural Center Engagement

Written and Photography by Jillian Photography

A modern take on a winter engagement shoot in the city of Chicago! Ashytn & Cody's vision for their engagement session was candid, romantic, and mostly indoor photographs. They envisioned themselves posed in the casual setting of a hotel and around the beautiful architecture the city has to offer. The first location we chose was the Pendry Hotel off Michigan Ave. This is where we did the bar photographs, the gold elevator doors, and a few outdoor photos in front of the hotel entrance. As soon as we finished here we took a quick walk over to the Chicago Cultural Center where we found the most photogenic grand staircase. Both of these locations are so convenient to photograph as they do require a pre-arrival check-in, but no photo permit fees for professional photo sessions. I find that these options are incredible if you are looking for an indoor Chicago-style session with no permit fees!