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Real Green Weddings
Derek and Rachel were married on September 26, 2009 in Manning, Iowa.
About the Couple
Rachel and Derek met while attending Iowa State University through mutual friends. After graduation, they moved to Chicago to start their own design studio, WebIntense Studios. Rachel is currently the creative director for CEVL: Computer-Enhanced Visual Learning, helping develop online education for surgical and healthcare skills. She is also a freelance medical illustrator. Derek has a background in architecture and design, and is the lead graphic/web designer for WilliamPaid.com, an online resource for renters and landlords. They have been together creating amazing designs for about six years.
Decision to Go Green
Both Derek and Rachel were raised in rural communities and have spent the last four years living in downtown Chicago. The dramatic change opened their eyes to the wastefulness and harm people are doing to the environment. The couple tries to lessen their impact every day by taking public transportation, recycling, and buying locally. This mentality translated to their wedding planning, and for this creative couple, the bride tells us, “the ‘do-it-yourself' wedding projects were especially exciting!”
Photo Credit:Sara-Jayne Photography
