Bride and groom ride in golf carts lead by a drone

Bride Prep at Home — All the Feels

From the start, this wedding was rooted in family. Elisabeth gifted her parents a custom painting that instantly had everyone tearing up. She shared an emotional first look with her dad, then her bridesmaids—cue more happy tears.

Getting into the limo with that gorgeous dress was no small task—it took four people and a few towels to keep it pristine. But it was totally worth it. 💪

First Look + Private Vows at Schaumburg Golf Club

📍 401 Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60194

Elisabeth and Tommy saw each other for the first time on the beautiful grounds of Schaumburg Golf Club. Their private vows were honest, emotional, and intimate—exactly the kind of unscripted moment we live for.

We hopped into a golf cart and rode around the course, capturing portraits with Brooke Daffron (who crushed it!), just barely dodging a bit of rain. We also got drone footage of the couple cruising in their cart—a Whole Heart favorite.

Drone shot of dancing chicago couple on the schaumburg golf club course

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Ceremony, Patio Cocktails & One Very Good Dog

The ceremony was short and sweet. Just as the skies cleared, guests moved to the patio for cocktail hour with dog-themed signature drinks. The best part? Their adorable black lab made an appearance. Yes, we got the footage. 🐾

Reception Highlights: Laughter, Surprises, and Albanian Traditions

This reception had everything:

Hilarious speeches from friends and family
Tommys dad stealing the show with a full Chris Farley “Down By The River” skit (we’re still laughing)
A surprise bouquet presentation to Elisabeth’s mom during the thank-you speech, followed by a beautiful mother-daughter moment
And finally, a traditional Albanian dance—guests held hands, followed a white handkerchief around the dance floor, and flung money in the air to bless the newlyweds. It lasted nearly 20 minutes and had incredible energy.

It was joyful, cultural, heartfelt, and fun—everything we love in a wedding film.

Why We Loved Filming Tommy + Elisabeth's Wedding

We’re all about capturing real, emotional, family-first stories. Tommy and Elisabeth’s day had all the good stuff: first looks, belly laughs, tears, dog drinks, cultural moments, and one unforgettable Farley tribute. This wedding was a total joy to film, and we’re so grateful we got to tell their story.

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