Let's get this party started! - is what nobody had to say, because party was happening from the very beginning. Everybody was smiling, dancing and having a good time. It is always lots of fun to be part of a group of friends and family that feels comfortable to actually enjoy themselves. I took a ton of great pictures but I will only post a few here. We didn't do the typical posed pictures with guests at the beginning. We decided on a documentary style and for those of you who know me, you know it is my favorite kind of photography these days. So here we go. I hope you'll enjoy looking at them as much as enjoyed photographing this family. It was an awesome night! 

The party was held at The Lone Tree Manor in Niles, IL. It provided the family with ample of space for eating and dancing.

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Zuzanna Mendez is a published portrait and documentary family photographer based in Crystal Lake, Illinois. She’s been photographing families all around the world for over 15 years. Her photos are described as artistic, genuine and timeless.