A bride in a white wedding dress standing on a rooftop with two friends, one in a tuxedo and the other in light blue pants and a black top, all smiling and enjoying the city skyline background.

Bride and groom with a woman photographer, all smiling and laughing outdoors in front of green foliage and white flowers.

A group of people at a formal event, including a smiling man in a tuxedo and two women hugging and smiling, in a dimly lit room.

Three people smiling and posing for a photo at a formal event, with stained glass windows in the background.

A group of three friends happily taking a close-up selfie at a social event, smiling and showing joy.

HI! I’M SO GLAD YOU’RE HERE.

I’m Kerri!!! Your photographer, hype girl + new lifelong friend.

THE HEART OF MY PHOTOGRAPHY IS ALL ABOUT:

a timelessness that matters for future generations and a soul-pounding, candid, joy that matters for YOU

Grandma and Grandpa Carlquist, Married 1958.

Mom and Dad, Married 1988.

Deedee and Papa Ryan, Married 1956.

I really, really love what I do + the people I work with.

LET'S WORK TOGETHER

script writing that says a glimpse of my moments

A woman with long dark hair seated on the deck of a boat, looking down, with a city skyline with tall buildings illuminated in the background at dusk.

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WHERE I’VE CALLED HOME:

Chicago, STL & Madrid have all been home at some point in my story, with Chicago being truly, home sweet home. This heart of mine loves to travel and capture weddings all over, but there sure is nothing like coming around the curve of LSD back to sweet home, Chicago.

A woman in a blue cap, sunglasses, orange tank top, and denim shorts holding a large pot of colorful flowers, smiling outdoors with green trees and plants in the background.

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WHEN I’M NOT TAKING PICTURES I’M:

On a morning lakefront run, stopping people in the middle of the sidewalk to pet their golden pup or to let them snuggle mine, making reservations at Lettuce Entertain You restaurants, chatting on the phone with an old friend, or going to Primrose on Southport for fresh flowers for my kitchen island.

A woman with dark hair and earrings smiling and holding a cocktail glass with a layered drink in a dimly lit bar or restaurant.

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MY FAVORITE PLACES TO DINE IN CHICAGO ARE:

Anywhere Lettuce Entertain You (especially Aba in the West loop), The Warbler patio during sweet Chicago summertime, Apero wine bar for the latest orange wine, anddd does my sister's place count? I’ll take a grilled dinner from my brother in law while snuggling my sweet niece, Norah, anyday!

A photographer hugging a woman in a wedding dress at a wedding reception.

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FAVORITE PART OF A WEDDING DAY:

Your morning moments!!! I’d go on and on telling you how special your wedding day morning is, but I think I’ll let you find out for yourself :’) My other two favorite moments are you walking down the aisle after being MARRIED and listening to all the toasts and sweet words said about you two on your day.

Woman in white snow gear grilling food outdoors on a snowy mountain, with other people in the background and scenic mountains in the distance.

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MY HAPPY PLACE IS:

Anywhere in the mountains or in the sunshine - orrrr if I’m lucky enough, both?!!!! Seriously, the sun does absolute wonders for my soul.

A woman in white athletic wear standing outside a pink house with a brown door, smiling and adjusting her hair under a partly cloudy sky.

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YOU'LL HEAR ME BLASTING:

HAPPY HITS PLAYLIST ON SPOTIFY ON REPEAT!!! It’s really, ya know, happy!!! Crazy enough, I really only listen to music when I’m running or driving! (or on your dance floor)!! I do computer work in silence - I know I’m the odd one out on that!

Woman sitting outdoors, wearing a sun hat and sunglasses, holding an iced coffee, smiling, with mountains and blue sky in the background.

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MY DRINK OF CHOICE IS:

An oat milk latte - iced!!! Year round - no matter the season, no matter the temperature! Followed by a lime gimlet or glass of Italian white wine.

A group of people dressed in formal attire celebrating at a social event, smiling and posing for a photo.

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WHAT I TREASURE MOST:

My family!! Hands down. I am so beyond lucky to live just a bit down the road from my sisters, brothers in law, niece and nephew, and just down the expressway from my parents. My days off are spent with them - they’re my favorite phone calls and simply put, my greatest gifts!

MEET MY ASSOCIATE PHOTOGRAPHERS, KATY AND KATIE.

KATY AND KATIE NOT ONLY BRINGS AN UNDENIABLE JOY AND ENERGY TO THE KERRI CARLQUIST PHOTOGRAPHY TEAM, BUT THEY ARE ALLOWING KCP TO BE IN THREE PLACES AT ONCE!

With all clients receiving the full KCP experience and editing style, both Katy and Katie bring their own energetic twist to your wedding day, serving all of their couples with an overflow of joy and dedication.

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