Long before the big day at Salvage One arrived, we rewind to get a bit of backstory. Caitlin and Ben have a not-so-typical love story in that they were rarely in the same city. For our meetings, all three of us would be dialing in from some remote location in the country. But distance alone was no match for these two.
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The best wedding photographers want exactly what brides want on their wedding day (besides a lack of rain): to capture the day’s events in such a way that admiring the images, even years later can transport you to the feelings, sentiments and even the hushed exchanges of the moment. Read More
Alex and Charlie were staying the weekend at the Kimpton Hotel Allegro which allowed us to photograph their portraits. It’s a hotel that I never get tired of photographing because of its stunning interior design and layout. Read More
Architects at the turn of the 20th century intended for the building to be modest but welcoming on the exterior.
Surprises awaited once people walked through the front door, however. There was sumptuous marble everywhere and vivid mosaics inspired by Venetian landmarks. Read More
Open the door to Salvage One and one of my favorite wedding images hangs in a display case. Walking in to the venue makes me feel right at home. If there’s one spot in Chicago that defines the “Michael Novo style”, this is it.Read More
Michael and Whit are the couple that you can simply sit back and watch as they talk about their story with a big smile. They were a blast to work with from the moment we met, through the final portrait at their wedding. If you have no had a chance to see their engagement session, it’s a must see! Read More
The words ‘hidden gem’ are a perfect fit for describing both the location and items of Salvage One. Their goal is to preserve and pass on our history. They have been helping our customers breathe new life into salvaged materials for nearly 30 years. We’ll let the images below do the talking for us, but I suggest you stop in and check them out during normal business hours. Not only are they a store, but they are also a venue where you can host a wedding, birthday, mitzvah or other large scale event.