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Stephen & I (Cory) go way back. Well, at least as far back as college. We enjoyed creative writing class, and struggled though page long diagrams in Advanced Grammar. It’s crazy that 6 years & a few states later I’d be  photographing his wedding. Life is crazy like that. We just met Stephanie a couple […]

Sweet on You: Stephen + Stephanie

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Stephen & I (Cory) go way back. Well, at least as far back as college. We enjoyed creative writing class, and struggled though page long diagrams in Advanced Grammar. It’s crazy that 6 years & a few states later I’d be  photographing his wedding. Life is crazy like that. We just met Stephanie a couple years ago when she & Stephen modeled for a stylized shoot we put together at the fair. We could tell then it was only a matter of time before they would get married. Which is why were so excited when Stephen called a couple months ago, and asked us to come up to Wisconsin to photograph their wedding! When we were trying to decide where to do their engagement photos we settled on Chicago, because its where they spent a lot of their time getting to know each other, and is a place they both love. Needless to say, the photos turned out amazing! We can’t for their wedding next month!

 

If you know anything about me, I am obsessed with color doors, and I am equally obsessed with these photos! -JStephanie, you are seriously stunning!

I love how Stephen looks as though nothing is going to get in the way of him and his love! -JI love, love, love this set of photos below.  The trees frame them perfectly!Stephen + Stephanie were constantly smiling and laughing!

They are just so freakin’ cute together!-JSo this might very well be my all time favorite photo- EVER!!! Everything is perfect, the light, location, and the couple!! Soooo dreamy!-JChicago has so many little hidden gems throughout the city. I love the random gardens and parks throughout!Wow Stephanie! Such a beautiful woman you are! Stephen, you are going to have one beautiful wife (inside & out!)We have loved getting to know this couple over the past couple of years and can’t wait for their wedding next month!! They are such an amazing couple who love the Lord and each other!

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  1. Ben says:

    This session is great! That couple is beautiful and your photos are so good I had to text Cory to tell him how much I liked it! haha. Great work guys.

  2. These photos and this couple are STUNNING!!! Oh my goodness… seriously, just beautiful. I can’t even pick a favorite!

  3. Emilia Jane says:

    You guys. This is stunning. Quite possibly my favorite of your engagement pictures ever!

  4. these are seriously a favorite!!

  5. Jennifer says:

    Such a sweet couple. I love these!

  6. Sarah! says:

    What an awesome set of photos for a gorgeous couple! 😀 Congrats to them!

  7. Stephanie says:

    Cory + Jackie, you make what others consider work, art. We thoroughly enjoyed the time with you two and are hopeful to spend more time with you both, should God allow it! We are SO excited about the photos you took! Thank you!

  8. Ursha says:

    Wow this are so gorgeous! Love those garden photos!

  9. katie yuen says:

    Absolutely gorgeous! I love the mood from the colors… their wedding photos are going to be incredible!

  10. […] is Stephen + Stephanie. You might remember them being on the blog for their engagement photos and wedding photos we did last […]

Cory started The Home Aesthetic in 2014 after being frustrated with his own home buying process. He would search for hours on Real Estate sites like Zillow, Trulia, and MIBOR, but the photo quality was terrible and rarely gave an adequate representation of the home. Being part photographer and part entrepreneur, he had to do something to help agents and home owners solve the problem. Most of Cory's personal photoshoots are now on the commercial side working with interior designers and hotels.

When he's not photographing, he and his wife spend most of their time traveling. They love exploring new countries and cultures.

Meet our team

Cory Phillips

Founder, CEO

Kristi is our Operations Manager. She brings creativity and an eye for detail to every shoot- things she learned from her first love, ballet. Kristi graduated Cum Laude with a B.S in Dance/Arts Administration with Honors and a minor in Business from Butler University. 

When she's not behind a camera, she enjoys spending time with her husband and traveling to new places.

Kristi Henthorn

Operations Manager, Lead Photographer

Zion is one of our Lead Photographers. He was immersed in the housing industry through his family early on, resulting in an appreciation for homes and architecture. He combined his lifelong love of photography and his passion for homes into a career in real estate photography. He is driven to represent homes through his photography in creative and unconventional ways that tell the story of a space.

When he is not taking photos, he enjoys traveling, physical fitness, going on drives, and spending time with family and friends.

Zion Bliss

Client Relations, Lead Photographer

Tate is one of our Associate Photographers. Previously a mortgage professional, he has switched gears to bring his passion for photography and videography to the foreground (pun intended). With eclectic knowledge in music production he brings a wellspring of creativity and grit that spills over into his photo and video work.

When he's not looking through a lens, he enjoys hiking, working out, and his canine companion- Romey.

Tate Riner

Associate Photographer, Videographer

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