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You're about to cross an important threshold-
I'd love to help you honor it with intention and heart.


If you are longing to have your wedding ceremony
feel as magical as your relationship...

If you are yearning to celebrate your new child
and weave them into the fabric of your family...

​If you are grieving the loss of a loved one
but don't know how to begin to honor their journey...

I've got you. 

​​Welcome! My name is Carol Ludwick. 
I am a certified Lifecycle Celebrant,
a professionally trained ceremony specialist.

You can think of me as your rite of passage guide!


​I'll weave your values, beliefs and traditions into a custom ceremony
​that will hold sacred the space for you to mark your milestone

in a rich and memorable way, rooting it in your unfolding story.
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Drumming to my ancestors at Inveraray Castle in Scotland.
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​It is my pleasure to work with people
​from all backgrounds 
and belief systems.
What's my secret sauce?

​Intuitive storyteller: I take the time to engage and connect, to sense the subtleties and suss out the details. Whether celebrating a love story or honoring a legacy, I craft ceremonies
​that beautifully capture the essence of each moment,
making every experience personal and unforgettable.

Excellent Communicator: I listen attentively and offer a variety of creative ideas to inspire your vision, collaborating with you all the way and keeping you updated on every step of the process.

Graceful presenter: As a polished speaker and facilitator, I bring confidence, warmth and presence to every ceremony. Whether for an intimate gathering or a large group, I engage guests in a shared experience that is both moving and memorable.
​With a background in acting and improv, I'm well equipped to handle the unexpected with ease!




The urge to mark milestones is primal. So, follow the drumbeat!


​Let it call you to gather in ceremony, to celebrate growth, support transition and honor life's passages. Let it call you back to nature, to attune to the passing of her seasons and revel in her ability to soothe, fortify and enchant us. 

When we meet in the energy of community, we can share the warmth of a welcome home, the rush of a new commitment, the glow of a job well done and the deep sigh of a life well lived. We bear witness to the stories of those we love and to the beauty that surrounds us as the wheel continues to turn.
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Creative, Custom Ceremonies with Soul
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Weddings
Handfastings
​​Vow Renewals

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Milestones
Birthdays/Anniversaries
New Job/Retirement
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Memorials
Celebrations of Life
Ash Scatterings

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"Carol was absolutely perfect and everything we could've wanted for our wedding ceremony. She listened to what type of ceremony we wanted and catered it to our needs. I would highly recommend Carol
​to anyone looking for a fresh take on a ceremony." ~ 
Ashley

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Let me bring your story to life... 

You can reach out via text, call or email.
​I look forward to connecting!
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773-852-8575
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[email protected]
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Certified Life-Cycle Celebrant Carol Ludwick
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Locations Served:
North Shore Chicago:
Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, Highland Park, Glencoe, Northfield, Winnetka, Kenilworth, Wilmette, Glenview, Northbrook, Evanston, Skokie, Morton Grove
Chicago Downtown:
Gold Coast, Magnificent Mile, River North, Streeterville
Chicago North Side:
Old Town, Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Roscoe Village, North Center, Ravenswood, Buena Park, Uptown, Edgewater, Andersonville, Rogers Park
Chicago West:
West Loop, West Town, Ukrainian Village, East Village, Noble Square
​Chicago Northwest:
Logan Square, Wicker Park, Bucktown, Avondale, Irving Park, Jefferson Park, Pulaski Park, Old Irving Park, Sauganash, Edgebrook, O'Hare, Portage Park Edison Park
Chicago South:
Pilsen, Bridgeport, University Village, Little Village, Chinatown, Back of the Yards
Western Suburbs:
Oak Park, Park Ridge, Arlington Heights, Wheeling, Buffalo Grove, Naperville, Itasca, Palatine, Lake Zurich 
Destination Wedding
Anywhere outside of the Chicagoland Area

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