I believe in the beauty of everyday moments—the belly laughs, the meltdowns, the muddy knees, and all the tiny, unforgettable in-betweens. I love real connection, genuine chaos, and the kind of laid-back families who don’t mind a little mess if it means a lot of magic. If you're into spinning in circles, cuddling on a blanket, whispering silly secrets, and photos that feel like your real life—not a Pinterest board—I might just be your photographer... and maybe your new mom-friend too.
REAL AND RAW
FAMILY PORTRAIT photographer
BASED IN THE WESTERN SUBURBS OF CHICAGO
One minute you’re holding them for the first time, the next you’re showing them how to write their name. The soft curves of their faces become more defined, just like their little personalities. Each stage becomes your new favorite, and simultaneously breaks your heart knowing they will never be this little again. It's beautiful and heartbreaking and the greatest and hardest journey you have ever taken.
My passion, is capturing it.
As a mom of 3, I know how fleeting each phase is.
MEET MEG
My photography style is true to color and true to the moment -
capturing not just how this season of life looks, but how it feels.
There’s something extraordinary about watching a family grow right in front of my lens. This past year with baby Cameron has been such a joy. From his snuggly newborn days to his twinkly-eyed holiday session, and then from his sweet seven-month portraits to this moment—his first birthday celebration—we’ve officially come full circle. His First Year […]
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If you’re planning an out-of-the-box wedding day, Sophie and Jack’s unforgettable Chicago wedding is chock full of creative wedding ideas (plus a few laughs) that you never knew you needed. (But first, be sure to start at the beginning of their story with their iconic Chicago Riverwalk engagement session.) Making Your Wedding Weekend Feel Like […]
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As my business continues to grow year after year, so do the moments I get to share with the people who’ve been with me since the early days. Jake first reached out to me years ago for a snowy Chicago engagement session. Since then, I’ve had the absolute privilege of photographing nearly every major milestone that’s followed: […]
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Some couples like to take a “we don’t need a huge wedding to make it epic” stance. Jen and Ben (yes, the cutest pair of names there ever was) are one of those couples. They traded the guest list for city views, the ballroom for bustling streets, and “just married” joy for, well . . […]
