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Chicago Kids Photographer

Hold the Cheese! – Chicago Kid Photographer

I’ve been going thru photos as I prepare for a website re-vamp. I came across this little sweetie and the non-smiling image really caught my eye. Kids don’t always want to smile for photos – and that is OK! Personally, sometimes I like the non-smiling photos better and I’ll take non-smiling over fake smile any […]

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Chicago Portrait Photographer

Be Yourself! – Chicago Child Photographer

This day, we were just two girls, hanging out in the studio (with parents and a grandparent in attendance, too!) But, at this moment, it felt like it was just her and I. Having fun, laughing, joking back and forth.  In my opinion, this is when I’m able to capture the very best images. When […]

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Chicago Kids Photographer

Connection – Chicago Family Photographer

Connection. That’s my word for 2018. Not just in my personal life where I want to focus on my connections to family and friends, but also in my photography business where I want to document the connectedness of your family! So watch this space for more posts about connection. In the meantime, here are a […]

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Chicago Kids Photographer

Welcome 2018!

What a great year it was!! Thanks to all of my fabulous clients in 2017 – ones that were new to me and especially the ones that come back year after year. It is a privilege for me to capture the love and connection of your families – there is nothing I’d rather be doing! […]

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Where should we take our family photos?

I get this question all of the time. And while I can’t answer that question for your family – I can provide some advice, opinions and some things to think about. First, I would say it’s important to decide if you want your session indoors or outdoors. For this blog post, I will focus on […]

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Wonderful One!! – Chicago Baby Photographer

What a joy it has been to get to know this family – from when we did maternity photos up until now, at their one year old session. I’ve loved watching two become three and seeing the love between the three of them. Just another reason why I love what I do and feel so […]

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Chicago Portrait Photographer

Catch me if you can! – Chicago Children’s Photographer

We had so much fun at the park – doing what kids do – running, checking out paths in the garden, and running some more! Sessions outdoors at this time of year are always a good idea. We know lots of good parks in the city and some suburbs! There are still a few remaining […]

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Chicago Newborn Photographer

Perks of my job! – Chicago Newborn Photographer

I love all the rolls and folds, all the sweet little toes, all the smiles when they are sleeping (what on earth are they thinking?) and I love seeing the looks the parents give – as if they never realized they could feel this way about another person – especially one so tiny! Ah! The […]

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Chicago Family Photographer

Happiest Baby + Gorgeous Mamas = Amazing Family

I’m not kidding when I say this is one of the happiest babies, with a smile that lights up her entire face – and then the entire room! But with these two moms who love her to the moon and back – it’s easy to see why she’s so incredibly happy!  

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Chicago Portrait Photographer

4 Do’s and 1 Don’t to Have the Best Mother’s Day! – Chicago Portrait Photographer

I’m going to keep this simple. Nothing earth-shattering. But maybe some things you’ve haven’t thought about before. Maybe some things to make your day just a touch better. Do reach out to a fellow mom/aunt/friend to tell them how much they mean to you or that you think they are doing a good job. I […]

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My Go-To Chicago Location Guide for Magical Senior Portraits

I've spent nearly two decades finding the Chicago spots that turn a regular senior session into something unforgettable. This guide pulls back the curtain on the locations I love most and why they work so well. 

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