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At Popping Champaign Photography, I’ve had the honor of capturing love stories across Florida and Illinois — turning fleeting moments into timeless keepsakes. But before I was behind the camera, I was in your shoes, planning two weddings: first, an intimate, socially distanced micro-wedding during Covid, then a rowdy post-pandemic celebration. (I like to joke that I love my husband so much that I had to marry him twice!) That experience gave me a deep appreciation for the beauty (and chaos) of wedding planning.

This journal is where wedding bliss meets expert insight. From real love stories to behind-the-scenes photography tips, this is your go-to space for inspiration, advice, and all the little things that make a wedding unforgettable. So, pop some bubbly, settle in, and let's celebrate love - one frame at a time!

Uncorking the Magic: Weddings, Photos, and Champagne-Fueled Inspo 

Journal and Imagery by Sarasota Wedding Photographers Popping Champaign Photography | Greater Chicago wedding photographers On January 11, 2025, Megan and Devin York tied the knot in a celebration that was equal parts emotional, sentimental, and outrageously fun! The day began under a chilly, cloudy sky in Arcadia, FL, with a soft mist of rain—just […]

A Garden Disco Dream at St Petersburg Women’s Club Journal and Imagery by Sarasota Wedding Photographers / Greater Chicago wedding photographers Popping Champaign Photography When Angelica & Tucker said “I do” at the Saint Petersburg Women’s Club, they didn’t just throw a wedding—they threw the ultimate garden disco celebration. With a day full of vintage […]

Journal and Imagery by Sarasota Wedding Photographers Popping Champaign Photography. Some love stories start with a grand gesture. Others begin at the door of a college bar—just like Emily and Riley’s. He was a bouncer. She was a regular. The sparks had been building for a while, but their real connection happened on a New […]

Ryan and Anne’s Wedding at the Historic Sarasota County Courthouse Journal and Imagery by Sarasota Wedding Photographers Popping Champaign Photography. Ryan and Anne had always dreamed of a small, intimate wedding ceremony, surrounded by just their immediate family. They knew that having a smaller wedding would allow them to focus on what really mattered – […]

A Springtime Love Story at Lithia Acres Journal and Imagery by Sarasota Wedding Photographers / Greater Chicago wedding photographers Popping Champaign Photography Some love stories feel like they were always meant to be—like two souls just waiting for the right moment to cross paths. That’s exactly how it felt for Brie and Tristan, who first […]

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Pop the Bubbly—YOU DID IT! 🍾

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i capture the magic

Hey, I'm Zoe—Your Wedding Day Bestie (with a Camera!)

Hey, I'm Zoe—
Your Wedding Day BFF
(with a Camera!)

My approach is simple: I want you to feel at home in front of my lens—no awkward poses, just effortless memories that feel authentically you. I'm all about blending into your big day like a friend: hyping you up like your personal maid of honor, stealthily handing you a tissue when your vows hit too hard, or capturing the dance-floor chaos when Uncle Bob busts out “the worm.”

 Forget choosing between classic portraits and candid fun—you deserve both. From quiet morning prep to wild celebrations beneath the stars, your gallery will beautifully reflect your entire day. Whether you're planning a quaint destination elopement or dreaming of an unforgettable big city wedding, I'm here to document every meaningful moment.

The heart, soul, and camera behind Popping Champaign Photography!