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As far back as I can remember, I always had an "interest" in photography, but interest alone wasn't motivating enough to make me pursue it as a career. Then, on July 8, 2004, something amazing happened. Seven pounds of inspiration was handed to me in the form of my first born.
I immediately went out and bought a "pro-sumer" camera. Suddenly all that inspiration turned into obsession. I found myself constantly snapping away trying to document every second of my daughters growth. I didn't want to miss a second.
I realized quickly that I had a natural talent for composition and lighting. And so was born Corlis Gray Photography. That love for capturing those beautiful moments of my baby girl matured into a strong desire to share my gift with soon to be wed couples.
I would be honored to be YOUR wedding photographer. So head over to the contact page and drop me a line. :D
I currently reside in Naperville, il. I am extremely blessed for my passion and career to be one in the same.
-Corlis
Chase and Karen had a beautiful destination wedding in the Bahamas. Unfortunately I wasn’t invited LOL, but I did get the opportunity to photograph their reception when they returned. The reception took place at Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Resort in Utica, IL. At first I was a little apprehensive about what the quality...
This amazing wedding took place at Starved Rock State Park in Utica, IL. Just about an hour and a half southwest of Chicago. Starved Rock has to be one of my favorite places for a wedding getaway. The lodge is beautiful and the scenery is second to none. This wedding was no exception. I have...
This beautiful wedding took place in small town Morris, IL. About an hour southwest of Chicago. As you’ll see, we found a hidden treasure of this old rundown building. While traveling to Gebhard Woods, a small community park, I got a little lost, lol, and found this great place. It really contrasted the elegance of...
When it comes to beautiful ceremonies, this one takes the cake! This beautiful wedding began at Starved Rock State Park in Utica, IL. The ceremony and this exquisite church was located near LaSalle, IL. Finally, the reception took place at Oak Ridge Golf Club in Seneca, IL. As a Chicago wedding photographer I get the...
Ben is a VERY talented pianist in Chicago. Abigail studies monkeys in Africa. When I put it that way you might assume these two couldn’t be more different, but you’d be wrong. Being that Ben is a musician, and his name isn’t P-Diddy or John Mayer, he isn’t exactly making billions. Abigail is, what I...
What can I say, I love backyard weddings. Especially when they’re in small towns. Everyone coming together, family, friends, neighbors. It’s amazing sometimes how two people falling in love can bring an entire community together for one special occasion. This wedding was shot at Goose Lake near Coal City, about an hour or so south...
I shot this wedding in August. It was surprisingly cool given the time of the year. The day started out overcast with some ominous clouds lingering overhead. I sent up a little prayer to keep the rain at bay and began shooting. It seemed as though the rain would hold off UNTIL it was time...
A while back I posted the wedding titled Kory & Jessica. It just so happened Jessica had a twin sister that was also getting married. Meghan loved Jessica’s pics so much she contacted me shortly after viewing them. To make a long story short. I had the awesome opportunity to shoot the same family again...
Kory and Jessica are two of the loveliest people I’ve ever met. They are kind and generous, and I can’t express enough how happy I am to have met them. I truly enjoyed spending their wedding day with them. I’ve stayed in contact with them over the years and can attest to their happiness. They...
Here is the classic story of two highschool sweethearts dating for 10 years then finally taking the plunge. Ok, so maybe that’s not so classic, but it’s a nice story anyways. I could tell it was worth the wait by the way I kept catching these to gazing at each other like it...