Summer has gone by in a whirlwhind of travel (more on that later!), family, friends, new clients, and repeat clients. And before I knew it my boys were back at school. The heat wave that Chicago was enjoying (OK, maybe I was the only one enjoying it) was over and the temperature came crashing down […]

Is there any better place to fall asleep than in the arms of mommy or daddy? I don’t think so! For being only two weeks old, this baby girl was one smart cookie!!

how’s this for a valentine’s day sweetie? holding hands and dimples? it’s too much cuteness. it’s always so fun having twins in the studio – especially when they are as dreamy as these two!!      

every time a new family comes to shalimar b photography, as part of a pre-consult they are asked some questions to help me to get to know them a little before our session, to know what their hopes are for the session, and why they chose shalimar b photography.  i often hear from clients that […]

this was the last sweet little baby i photographed of 2014 – i couldn’t imagine a better way to end my 2014 and usher in 2015!!  

sometimes you can count on them, sometimes you can’t.  this sweet baby girl came nearly two weeks before hers!!! some due dates you can count on?  let’s see . . . tax bills, that’s a biggie.  also, deadlines for holiday photos people!!! this year, for our sanity we are setting deadlines and we are sticking […]

the newborn parade continues – this sweet boy was very sleepy and so cozy being held by his mommy! **if you are interested in a newborn photo session – please call when you are still pregnant!  We are currently booking in September.    

i’m not sure what was going on approximately 40 weeks ago but there has been a baby boom at shalimar b photography!!  tons of newborns in the studio lately.  here’s one happy guy who came by recently . . .  

it’s finally back to business! i’ve been shooting plenty, but not so great with the posting on the blog and facebook.  these babies at this session were so sweet and true irish twins!!

it’s not a secret that i love newborns.  their sleepiness, squishiness and of course everyone loves the smell of a newborn baby (ok, maybe not everyone!). but what i love most are the wrinkles on their back when they are posed just right – this is a good example of that.  love!