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Chicago Newborn Photographer

new babe

this was my second session with this family – and i was so pleased they chose me to photograph the newest member.  he’s such a peanut and big sis is just as sweet as ever – look at those big brown eyes!!      

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Chicago Baby Photographer

one already?!

Another one year birthday to celebrate and another cake-smashing!  This little guy really got into it – once he had a taste of the frosting that was it!!  

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Chicago Family Photographer

what fun!

This little one was so much fun!  She was so smiley and would stop what she was doing to look at the camera and smile – so cute!  She also had so much fun giving her big furry friend treats.  

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Chicago Baby Photographer

i told you about the blue eyes

like i said in my previous post – a ton of blue-eyed babies lately.  also, lots of babies turning one this month – and many are doing the cake-smashing which is always fun to do.  i think me and the parents usually have more fun watching!! this sweetie was smiling and laughing her entire session. […]

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Chicago Baby Photographer

rainy days and mondays

if you’re in chicago – you know what i mean!!  although, it didn’t get me down today.  actually, it was a great day – spring has finally arrived! playing catch up this week!  i’ll admit, i’ve been getting distracted lately and haven’t been updating the blog like i should!! anyway, check out the blue eyes […]

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Chicago Newborn Photographer

a real blond

i was telling the parents of this sweet boy that i can’t remember ever seeing a newborn with so much blond hair!!  i know many women that pay a lot of money to get their hair like this (ok, i’m one of them!) this little guy was such an angel (and only 9 days old!) […]

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Chicago Family Photographer

fresh

this little guy was so sweet – he fell asleep mid session so we were able to get some sleeping and awake shots. while he was awake he was so smiley – love that! mom and dad were smiley, too!          

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Chicago Family Photographer

very cool family

This was a great studio session from this past weekend – such a fun family! Mom and Dad were so cool and baby was just a dreamy little guy!

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Chicago Kids Photographer

a chicago family photographer sneak peek

It was a beautiful day, and I was shooting a beautiful family. It’s amazing what can happen when you just step back and let things happen. These images are some of my all time favorites.

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Chicago Newborn Photographer

that face!

one of the things i love about babies are all of the great facial expressions! this little guy was such a cutie-pie! for all those who follow the blog – sorry i haven’t been updating like i should be!!! will try to do better!

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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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