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There are so many ways to do a first look, but first, what even is a first look? A first look is exactly how it sounds: the first time you see the bride all dressed up in her gown. This can be before the wedding ceremony or right as she is walking down the aisle. […]

Look no further for your spring wedding venue, the Botanical Gardens in Peoria! As you will see below, Meredith and Josh picked a fitting and gorgeous spot to tie the knot! With all the greens from the various plants, and the light and airy photos, this wedding screams elegant and timeless. Having all of those things […]

Couples planning a wedding during the winter season, do not skip this! All of the touches that were added to this wedding really bring the personality of the couple into their big day. Having a winter wedding has so many benefits. Less people have their wedding then, so you don’t have to have your guests […]

The Knot created this event to celebrate the start of the wedding planning process for engaged couples. How did Complete Weddings + Events celebrate? By providing great tips for wedding planning couples, of course!! Hear the great thoughts we put together and be sure to check out the podcasts and panel discussion. We cover each […]

Gaining more and more popularity, the “first look” between the bride and groom before saying ‘I do’ is taking off! Couples are moving toward doing a first look before seeing each other at the end of the altar. This is a time that is set aside for the Bride and Groom to see each other […]

What a better way to ring in the New Year by celebrating the love of two wonderful people? Madeline and Stephen’s wedding truly put the ring in “ring in the new year”! This wedding is a perfect mixture of design, bright vibes, and a bold aesthetic. The dash of vintage with the furniture and the […]

One of the most frequent questions that we hear is, “do I need one or two photographers for my wedding day?” We believe that hiring two photographers is the best option to capture your Big Day. Pictures are a significant part of the wedding day, and one of the only ways to preserve those memories […]

When planning a wedding, you usually don’t have to think about two outfits for your big day. Vicky and Truong on the other hand did! Vicky and Truong met at pharmacy school (Midwestern University in Chicago), and we were lucky to be a part of their big day for their Par-A-Dice Casino wedding in East […]

Congratulations! You’ve just said yes to a bright future together. Now, take that shiny ring and start planning the wedding of your dreams! Because this is such an exciting and once-in-a-lifetime experience, why not also make it unforgettable by having a professional photographer capture the adventure through engagement and wedding photos?

With so many options for wedding venues in Central Illinois, we have some unique wedding locations for you to make it easier to choose! These unique wedidng locations can make your wedding memorable and special for you and your guests. And with Central Illinois having so much to offer when it comes to unique venues, […]