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at home photoshoot ideas

Martina and Grahm’s wedding was just over one year ago, and what better way to celebrate their anniversary than with an intimate in-home couple’s session? I was so excited to be reunited with their darling pup Melrose, who made a surprise guest appearance at the wedding last year. (Grahm earned big brownie points by surprising Martina […]

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At-home newborn photos

Almost two years ago, I visited Jamie and Jose with their new baby boy, Ben, for his lifestyle newborn photography session. He was oh so snuggly and precious, and I loved watching them blossom in their new roles—baby Ben included! Fast forward to the arrival of their newest addition, Sam. Now, Ben is a beaming […]

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Chicago newborn session

He’s finally here! I captured Kendal’s maternity portraits what-seems-like yesterday, and baby Brooks has made his grand debut! When I first captured Kendal and Jake in 2018 for their engagement session, I would have never dreamt that I would have the joy of photographing them five years later as they started their family. As I […]

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sibling picture ideas

Ten precious fingers and ten tiny toes. Sweet scrunchy faces and feathery soft hair. Big blue eyes and sleepy yawns. The newborn stage overflows with beautiful details you want to remember forever. This stage is fleeting—you’ll be on to the next equally-magical phase before you know it! It’s so important to capture every little moment […]

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photography for newborns; nursery newborn photos

I’ve met a lot of incredible couples, families, and individuals over the years, but getting to capture all of the wonderful people who were in my life before I became a photographer is one thing that makes my job even more extraordinary, like this newborn session for my very best friend from High School, Jenna. […]

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One of my favorite parts of being a wedding and lifestyle photographer—engagements, weddings, lifestyle, newborns, and beyond—is getting to know the people in front of my lens. I get a front-row seat to beautiful stories as they unfold. Life takes us all on our own unique journeys, and it’s an honor to be able to […]

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When I entered Kerry and Paul’s new Lakeshore Drive home for this in home session, my jaw dropped to the floor. It was old charm turned modern luxury and the epitome of classy and cozy. Every corner I took, I fell in love with the warm touches and feeling of being “home“, something Kerry and […]

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In home family session with Chicago couple and their pups

I walked into Stephanie and Garth’s beautiful Chicago home and was instantly greeted by sloppy kisses, tag wails, and so.much.excitement…from their 3 pups .  I knew that I would be including some four legged friends into this intimate in-home session, but I had no clue it would be 3 sweet, energetic and beautiful doggos (dreams to come true). After a little small talk and a quick home tour we started the session.

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