NBC's Today Show: The Running of the Brides!

why was i awake at 4 am and on the street with camera in hand in the pouring rain this thursday?
to photograph al roker and the today show who were in town for a live national taping of chicago's running of the brides and the martha stewart dream wedding couple search!
see- here i am at 5 am with a break in the clouds and al roker behind me ready to do his thing
chicago style weddings was a promoter of the event and had us come shoot it for their magazine (check out my images in their next issue!)

chicago news anchor ellee hong gives the girls a sneak peak before they make thier mad dash from the starting line to get a free wedding dress and a chance to win a dream wedding
and their off!
mass pandemonium!
ellee helps a bride find the perfect gown
a satisfied customer
al gets ready to lead the brides in song
the models are ready for their close ups

the models show off chicago designer's bridal fashions
the happy brides to be leave with their loot

and last but not least- me and al!