Breanna & Jesse | The Grand Ballroom at Joliet Union Station


Breanna and Jesse’s wedding was the kind that sticks with you. Not because of anything over-the-top, but because of how grounded and full of love it felt. They chose The Grand Ballroom in downtown Joliet, and honestly, the fit could not have been better.


This historic wedding venue in Joliet is all charm. You walk in and it hits you right away. High ceilings, exposed brick, vintage elegance everywhere you look. It’s got that rare mix of old-school romance and modern energy. For couples looking for a unique wedding venue in the Joliet or greater Chicagoland area, this one really delivers.


What stood out most about this day wasn’t just how beautiful it looked. It was how it felt. You could see how deeply Breanna and Jesse are loved, and how much they love their people back. That’s the kind of energy you can’t fake.


If you’re planning a wedding in Joliet or anywhere around Northern Illinois and want photos that feel like you, let’s talk. I don’t just show up and take pictures. I get to know you, read the room, follow the emotion, and tell the story of your day exactly as it unfolds. Messy, magical, and completely yours.


Wedding bouquet of white roses with eucalyptus alongside vintage stationery and a heart charm in dramatic lighting.
Wedding rings displayed in an elegant octagonal box surrounded by white roses and greenery.
Gold-foiled wedding invitation with floral border design surrounded by white roses and pearl jewelry.
Black and white photo showing someone in a white silk robe applying makeup in front of a mirror at a vanity table.
A series of candid getting-ready moments showing a person in a white satin robe with delicate hair accessories.
Woman in white silk robe smiles while looking down at colorful greeting card in natural light setting.
Black and white photograph of a tender embrace between two people in formal attire with delicate hair accessories.
A white pill resting on an open palm against a dark background.
Wedding party wearing black and white robes laughing and having fun during pre-ceremony preparations.
Bridesmaids in black silk robes and bride in white robe hold up mimosa glasses for a celebratory pre-wedding photo.
Two women in satin robes share a candid laughing moment during wedding preparations.
Close up of hands wearing elegant diamond rings with white nail polish against bare skin and white fabric.
Woman in formal attire with dark hair and red lipstick smiles warmly in a sequence of candid portrait shots.
A person in a white silk robe sips from a glass of champagne or mimosa in what appears to be a bedroom setting.
Bridesmaids in light blue dresses cover their eyes while looking at someone wearing a white dress in a hotel room.